1983 Yamaha XJ 550 Maxim

Yamaha XJ 550 Maxim
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General motorcycle information

Model
Yamaha XJ 550 Maxim
Year
1983
Category
Naked bike
Rating
  3.4 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
32.22 cubic inches (528.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
50.0 horsepowers (37.3 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
30.91 pound-foot/lbf-ft (41.90 Nm / 4.27 kgf-m)
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
3.48 x 3.16 inches (57.0 x 51.8 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
180.0 kmh (111.8 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front suspension travel
8.36 inches (137.0 mm)
Rear suspension travel
4.88 inches (80.0 mm)
Front tyre
3.25-19
Rear tyre
130/90-16
Front brake
Double discs
Front brakes diameter
16.29 inches (267.0 mm)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brakes diameter
11.11 inches (182.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
407.9 pounds (185.0 kg)
Seat height
48.2 inches (790 mm)
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
3.43 gallons (13.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.66 gallons (2.5 litres)

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