Yamaha XV920R (1981-82)

The Yamaha XV920R was produced from 1981-82 and was a four-stroke, 75-degree V-twin cylinder, SOHC engine with 2 valves per cylinder. Its capacity was 920cc with a bore and stroke of 92 69.2mm and a cooling system that was air-cooled. The compression ratio was 8.3:1 and it had 2x 40mm Hitachi carburetors for induction. The ignition was transistorized and it had an electric start. The maximum power output was 65 hp at 6500 rpm and the maximum torque was 7.8 kgf-m at 5000 rpm. The transmission was a 5-speed with a final drive of a shaft. The front suspension was a 37mm Showa leading axle with adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping, while the rear suspension was a monoshock single damper also with adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping. The front brakes were 2x 267mm disc 2 piston calipers and the rear brakes were a drum. The wet weight of the bike was 231 kg and it had a fuel capacity of 14.5 liters. The average fuel consumption was 44.3 mpg and the standing 1/4 mile time was 13.0 sec at 100 mph/160 km/h. Overall, the Yamaha XV920R received positive bike reviews.

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Make Model: Yamaha XV 920R