1985 Yamaha XV700

1985 Yamaha Virago 700

1985 Yamaha XV700

1985 Yamaha Virago 700 is powered by a 699cc air-cooled, four-stroke, 75° V-twin engine with SOHC and two valves per cylinder, delivering a maximum output of 56 hp at 7,000 rpm and 43.4 lb-ft (58.8 Nm) of torque at 6,000 rpm through a 5-speed transmission and shaft final drive. Key features include electric start, transistorized ignition, and dual 40mm Hitachi carburetors. The bike's backbone pressed steel frame uses the engine as a stressed member, and suspension comprises 36mm Kayaba air-adjustable front forks (5.7 in travel) and adjustable monoshock at the rear (3.7 in travel). It rolls on 19-inch (front) and 16-inch (rear) tires and stops with a single 298mm front disc and rear drum brake. The Virago 700 has a seat height of 28 inches (710 mm), a wheelbase of 59.8 inches (1520 mm), ground clearance of 5.7 inches (145 mm), and a dry weight of 496 lbs (225 kg). It holds 13 L (3.4 US gal) of fuel.