XV 1100 Virago

1999 Yamaha XV 1100 Virago Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Yamaha for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1999 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 5,600 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 221 kg (487 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.56 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 715 mm (28.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,525 mm (60 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 180 km/h (112 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.