XV 920 MK

1983 Yamaha XV 920 MK Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 1983 Yamaha XV 920 MK features a 920 cc (56.1 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 48.5 HP (35.4 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 52.7 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 920 MK measures 237.2 kg (523 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.2 HP/kg (4.89 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 750 mm (29.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 14.38-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.22 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 275 km (171 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 169 km/h (105 mph).