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Power/Weight
0.29 hp/kg
Top Speed
175 km/h
Engine
920 ccm
Technical Overview
1981 Yamaha XV 920 RH Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Yamaha's sport touring motorcycle lineup, the 1981 Yamaha XV 920 RH features a 920 cc (56.1 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 65 HP (47.4 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 70.7 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the XV 920 RH measures 224 kg (494 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.45 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 175 km/h (109 mph).
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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