1981 Yamaha XS 400 Special

General motorcycle information

Model

Yamaha XS 400 Special

Year

1981

Engine and transmission

Displacement

23.92 cubic inches (392.0 ccm)

Engine type

Twin, 4 stroke

Power

27.0 horsepowers (20.1 kiloWatts) at 7500 RPM

Torque

23.83 pound-foot/lbf-ft (32.31 Nm / 3.29 kgf-m) at 8000 RPM

Compression

9.3:1

Bore x stroke

4.21 x 3.20 inches (69.0 x 52.4 mm)

Valves per cylinder

Fuel system

Carburettor

Fuel control

Overhead Cams (OHC)

Cooling system

Air

Gearbox

6-speed

Transmission type, final drive

Chain

Starter

Electric and kick

Fuel consumption

Top speed

139.0 kmh (86.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre

3.00-18

Rear tyre

120/90-16

Front brake

Single disc

Rear brake

Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight

Wet weight

396.8 pounds (180.0 kg)

Seat height

47.6 inches (780 mm)

Wheelbase

83.2 inches (1364 mm)

Ground clearance

Fuel capacity

3.70 gallons (14.0 litres)

Oil capacity

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