1981 Yamaha XS 650

Yamaha XS 650
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Yamaha XS 650
Yamaha XS 650
Yamaha XS 650
Yamaha XS 650
Yamaha XS 650

General motorcycle information

Model
Yamaha XS 650
Year
1981
Category
Sport touring
Rating
  3.4 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
39.91 cubic inches (654.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 6800 RPM
Torque
39.83 pound-foot/lbf-ft (54.00 Nm / 5.51 kgf-m)
Compression
8.4:1
Bore x stroke
4.58 x 4.52 inches (75.0 x 74.0 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric and kick
Fuel consumption
5.00 litres/100 km, 20.0 km/l or 47.0 mpg
Top speed
171.0 kmh (106.3 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19
Rear tyre
4.00-18
Front brake
Double discs
Front brakes diameter
16.29 inches (267.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
421.1 pounds (191.0 kg)
Wet weight
496.0 pounds (225.0 kg)
Seat height
47.9 inches (785 mm)
Wheelbase
87.6 inches (1435 mm)
Overall length
132.7 inches (2175 mm)
Ground clearance
9.3 inches (153 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.96 gallons (15.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.66 gallons (2.5 litres)

Further motorcycle information

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