Yamaha XV750

Yamaha Virago 750 (XV750)

Manufacturer	Yamaha
Also called	Virago
Production	1981–1983, 1988-1998
Predecessor	Yamaha XS750 Special
Successor	Yamaha DragStar 650
Class	Cruiser
Engine	748 cc (45.6 cu in) air-cooled OHC 75° V-twin
Bore / stroke	83.0 mm × 69.2 mm (3.27 in × 2.72 in)
Compression ratio	8.7:1
Ignition type	Transistor controlled ignition
Transmission	5 speed, shaft drive
Frame type	Pressed steel backbone using engine as stressed member
Suspension	Front: 38 mm (1.5 in) telescopic forks, 150 mm (5.9 in) travel Rear: 1981-83 monoshock, 100 mm (3.9 in) travel, 1988-1998 double sided swingarm with twin shocks, 100 mm (3.9 in) travel
Brakes	Front: 2, 2-piston calipers, 300 mm (11.7 in) disc Rear: 200 mm drum brake 100 mm (3.9 in) travel
Rake, trail	29° 30', 133 mm (5.2 in)
Wheelbase	1,525 mm (60.0 in)
Dimensions	L: 2,230 mm (88 in) W: 805 mm (31.7 in)
Seat height	714 mm (28.1 in)
Weight	225 kg (496 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity	12 L; 2.7 imp gal (3.2 US gal)
Related	XV700, XV1100

The Yamaha XV750 or Virago 750 was a Yamaha V-twin cruiser motorcycle. Made from 1981 to 1983 and 1988 to 1998, it was part of Yamaha's Virago line of cruisers. It was Yamaha's first foray into the V-twin cruiser market and shares a frame and many components with the larger XV1100 Virago. This model suffered from starter problems.

See also

• Yamaha XV700