Custom - Cruiser · 1980
XJ 650 Maxim
Technical Overview
1980 Yamaha XJ 650 Maxim Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 1980 Yamaha XJ 650 Maxim pairs a 650 cc (39.7 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.
On the scales, the XJ 650 Maxim measures 226.8 kg (500 lbs) wet (curb).
Engine
Displacement 650.0 ccm (39.66 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor. YICS, Mikuni CV
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Transistorized
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Wet plate
Performance
Exhaust Dual stainless steel
Chassis
Frame Type Steel tubing
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre -19
Rear Tyre 130/90-16
Front Brakes Single disc. Hydraulic single-piston
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical actuator
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 226.8 kg (500.0 pounds)
Other
Color Options Black
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