At the heart of the 2000 Yamaha XVZ 13 TFL MM Limited touring motorcycle, Yamaha relies on a 1294 cc (79 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 75.7 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 XVZ 13 TFL MM Limited measures 394 kg (869 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (4.02 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 1,705 mm (67.1 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22.5-liter (5.9 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.88 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 383 km (238 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 193 km/h (120 mph).
Specific Output
75.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.25 HP/kg (4.02 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~383 km (238 mi)
Engine
Displacement1294.0 ccm (78.96 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Power98.0 HP (71.5 kW))
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 66.0 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni 32mm /4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital TCI
LubricationWet Sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple-disc
Performance
Top Speed193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption5.88 litres/100 km (17.0 km/l or 40.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases136.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust4 into 2
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble Cradle with solid mounted engine used as frame member.
Rake29.1°
Trail152 mm (6.0 inches)
Front SuspensionAir adjustable 0 to 7.1psi
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock, air adjustable 0 to 57psi
Rear Travel105 mm (4.1 inches)
Wheelbase1705 mm (67.1 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre150/80-16
Rear Tyre150/90-15
Front BrakesDouble disc. 2 Piston Calipers
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 4 Piston Caliper
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight366.0 kg (806.9 pounds)
Weight incl.394.0 kg (868.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2678 HP/kg
Seat Height750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1565 mm (61.6 inches)
Overall Length2655 mm (104.5 inches)
Overall Width900 mm (35.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.50 litres (5.94 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsPearl White/Ivory two-tone with tan seats
Notes
The MM Limited Royal Star Venture is a numbered limited edition model with a plaque on the trunk indicating the individual production number as ´xxxx of 1500´.
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