Technical specifications
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| Model: |
XV 500 Virago |
| Years: |
1983-86 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, 70°V-Twin cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder.
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Capacity:
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494 cc / 30.1 cu-in
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Bore x Stroke:
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73 x 59 mm
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Compression Ratio:
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9.3:1
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Induction:
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2x BDS34 Mikuni carburetors
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Ignition:
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Transistorized
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Starting:
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Electric
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Max Power:
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44 hp / 32.1 kW @ 7500 rpm
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Max Torque:
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41.6 Nm / 30.7 ft-lb @ 7000 rpm
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Transmission:
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5 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Shaft
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic forks
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Front Wheel Travel:
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150 mm / 5.9 in
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Rear Suspension:
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Dual shock variable preload
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Rear Wheel Travel:
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100 mm / 3.9 in
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Front Brakes:
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Single 298mm discs 2 piston caliper
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Rear Brakes:
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Drum
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Front Tyre:
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3.00 S19
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Rear Tyre:
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130/90-16
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Dry Weight:
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182 kg / 401 lbs
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Wet Weight:
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190 kg / 418 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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13.5 Litres / 3.5 US gal
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Consumption Average:
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51 mpg
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Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0:
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14.1 m / 40.0 m
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Standing ¼ Mile:
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13.7sec / 98 mph
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Top Speed:
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175 km/h / 109 mph
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