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52/100Balanced
Power
55 HP
Top Speed
160 km/h
Engine
1063 ccm
Technical Overview
1986 Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 1986 Yamaha XV 1100 S Virago pairs a 1063 cc (64.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 55 HP (40.1 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 51.7 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the XV 1100 S Virago measures 245 kg (540 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.45 kg per horsepower). The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 160 km/h (99 mph).
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