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48/100Balanced
Power
49 HP
Top Speed
152 km/h
Engine
494 ccm
Technical Overview
1983 Yamaha XV 500 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Yamaha for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1983 Yamaha XV 500 utilizes a 494 cc (30.1 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 49 HP (35.8 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 99.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the XV 500 measures 190 kg (419 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.88 kg per horsepower). The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 152 km/h (94 mph).
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