The Yamaha XV 125S Virago was a motorcycle produced between 1997 and 2002. It has a four-stroke, V-twin cylinder engine with a capacity of 124 cc and 2 valves per cylinder. The bore and stroke measure 41 x 47 mm with air-cooled cooling system. The compression ratio is not available but it uses a carburetor induction system and CDI ignition with an electric starter. The motorcycle can reach a maximum power of 11 hp at 10,000 rpm and maximum torque of 9.4 Nm at 7,500 rpm. It comes with a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
The motorcycle has a camshaft valvetrain configuration with telescopic front forks and 140mm front wheel travel. The rear suspension uses dual shocks with 100mm rear wheel travel. The front brake is a single 282mm disc while the rear brake is a 130mm drum. It comes with an 80/100-18 front tire and a 130/90-15 rear tire with a wheelbase of 1495 mm and a seat height of 685mm. The dry weight of the motorcycle is 139.0 kg, and it can store up to 9.5 litres of fuel.
The Yamaha XV 125S Virago is a low-powered cruiser motorcycle that is popular among beginners and experienced riders. It is a lightweight motorbike with a comfortable riding position, affordable maintenance cost and good fuel efficiency. With a decent suspension, it provides a stable and smooth ride suitable for both short and long journeys. However, its low power output limits its performance on highways, making it a better fit for city commutes.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Yamaha XV 125S Virago
| Year | 1997 – 02 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, V-twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke | 41 x 47 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio | NA |
| Induction | Carburetor |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 11 hp / 8 kW @ 10000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 9.4 Nm / 6.9 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Camshaft Valvetrain Configuration |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Front Wheel Travel | 140 mm / 5.5 in |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 100 mm / 3.9 in |
| Front Brakes | Single 282mm disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130mm drum |
| Front Tyre | 80/100-18 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/90-15 |
| Wheelbase | 1495 mm / 58.9 in |
| Seat Height | 685 mm / 27.0 in |
| Dry Weight | 139.0 kg / 306.4 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 Litres / 2.5 US gal |
