XLV 750 R (reduced effect)

1984 Honda XLV 750 R (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1984 Honda XLV 750 R (reduced effect) pairs a 749 cc (45.7 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 50 HP (36.5 kW) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 66.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the XLV 750 R (reduced effect) measures 220 kg (485 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.4 kg per horsepower). The 19.5-liter (5.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.