Yamaha XV 700 SS - 1986 Specifications and Reviews

1986

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Year	1986
Model	Yamaha XV 700 SS

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	Wet plate
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Starter	Electric
Ignition	Transistor Controlled Ignition (TCI)
Fuel control	OHC
Valves per cylinder	2
Fuel system	Carburettor. Hitachi 40 mm
Bore x stroke	80.2 x 69.2 mm (3.2 x 2.7 inches)
Compression	9.0:1
Max RPM	9500
Torque	58.80
Power	56.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	V2
Capacity:	699.00 ccm (42.65 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Ground clearance	145 mm (5.7 inches)
Overall width	840 mm (33.1 inches)
Overall length	2,235 mm (88.0 inches)
Seat height	710 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	238.0 kg (524.7 pounds)
Dry weight	225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)
Yamaha XV 700 SS dimensions and frame
Exhaust system	Double chromed pipes with common mid-chamber
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter	267 mm (10.5 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Single piston calipers
Rear tyre dimensions	140/90-15
Front tyre dimensions	100/90-19
Rear suspension	Dual Kayaba Shocks
Front suspension travel	145 mm (5.7 inches)
Front suspension	Telescopic forks
Rake (fork angle)	32.0°
Frame type	Backbone pressed steel - engine is a stressed member
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.2489 HP/kg
Top speed	170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Other specs
Modifications compared to previous model	Spoked wheel, improved starter with bendix solenoid.
Oil capacity	3.00 litres (0.20 quarts)
Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)	5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity	3.00 litres (0.79 gallons)
Fuel capacity	13.00 litres (3.43 gallons)