Haynes Yamaha Xv V Twins Manual

Yamaha

XV535

through 1100

Owners

Workshop

Manual

by Alan Ahlstrand

and John H Haynes

Member of the Guild of Motoring Writers

Models covered:

USA: Yamaha XV535 Virago. 535cc. 1987 through 1990 and

1993 through 1994

Yamaha XV535S Virago. 535cc. 1994

Yamaha XV700 Virago. 699cc. 1984 through 1987

Yamaha XV750 Virago. 748cc. 1981 through 1983 and

1988 through 1994

Yamaha XV920 Virago. 920cc. 1982 and 1983

Yamaha XV920R (chain drive). 920cc. 1981 and 1982

Yamaha XV1000 Virago. 981 cc. 1984...

Acknowledgements

Our thanks to Mitsui Machinery Sales (UK) Ltd for permission

to reproduce certain illustrations used in this manual. We

would also like to thank NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd for

supplying the color spark plug condition photos and the Avon

Rubber Company for supplying information on tire fitting.

Special thanks to Grand Prix Kawasaki/Yamaha, Santa Clara,

California, for providing the facilities used for these

photographs; to Mark Woodward, service manager, for

arranging the...

Contents

Introductory pages

About this manual 0-6

Introduction to the Yamaha XV 0-6

Identification numbers 0-7

Buying parts 0-8

General specifications 0-8

Maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities 0-11

Safety first! 0-17

Motorcycle chemicals and lubricants 0-18

Troubleshooting 0-19

Chapter 1

Tune-up and routine maintenance 1-1

Chapter 2 Part A

Engine, clutch and transmission (XV535 models) 2A-1

Chapter 2 Part B

Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700 through 1100 models) 2B-1...

0-4

Yamaha XV

The 1994 XV535S model

The 1985 XV700 Virago model 

Yamaha XV

0-5

The TR1 model

The 1994 XV1100 Virago model 

0-6

About this manual

Its purpose

The purpose of this manual is to help you get the best value from

your motorcycle. It can do so in several ways. It can help you decide

what work must be done, even if you choose to have it done by a

dealer service department or a repair shop; it provides information and

procedures for routine maintenance and servicing; and it offers

diagnostic and repair procedures to follow when trouble occurs.

We hope you use the manual to tackle the work yourself. For

many...

0-7

Identification numbers

The frame serial number is stamped into the right side of the

frame and printed on a label affixed to the frame. The engine number is

stamped into the right upper side of the crankcase. Both of these

numbers should be recorded and kept in a safe place so they can be

furnished to law enforcement officials in the event of a theft.

The frame serial number, engine serial number and carburetor

identification number should also be kept in a handy place (such as

with your...

0-8

Buying parts

Once you have found all the identification numbers, record them

for reference when buying parts. Since the manufacturers change

specifications, parts and vendors (companies that manufacture various

components on the machine), providing the ID numbers is the only way

to be reasonably sure that you are buying the correct parts.

Whenever possible, take the worn part to the dealer so direct

comparison with the new component can be made. Along the trail from

the manufacturer to the...

General specifications 
0-9

1989-on UK models

Wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches)

Overall length 2285 mm (90.0 inches)

Overall width

Flat handlebar 725 mm (88.6 inches)

Upright handlebar 810 mm (31.9 inches)

Overall height

Flat handlebar 1070 mm (42.1 inches)

Upright handlebar 1110 mm (43.7 inches)

Seat height 720 mm (28.3 inches)

Ground clearance (minimum) 160 mm (6.3 inches)

Weight (with oil and full fuel tank) 195 kg (430 lbs)

XV700 and US XV1000 models

Wheelbase 1525 mm (60.0 inches)...