XV 1100 Virago

1990 Yamaha XV 1100 Virago Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's touring motorcycle platform, the 1990 Yamaha XV 1100 Virago relies on a 1063 cc (64.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 62 HP (45.3 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 58.3 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 Virago measures 243 kg (536 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.92 kg per horsepower). The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 168 km/h (104 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1989 to 1999, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.