Target Audience:
Yamaha XV750 Virago owners, independent repair shops, motorcycle technicians
Value Proposition:
Provides dealership-level repair and maintenance information for DIY or professional use, enabling cost savings and knowledgeable upkeep.
Emphasis:
Highlights specific procedures, safety warnings (WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE), and proprietary component instructions for accurate repairs.
Utility:
Empowers owners to perform maintenance and repairs confidently, improving understanding of vehicle functions and performance.
Manual Utility:
Aids in understanding component functions for better overall car (motorcycle) performance judgment.
Engine:
Complete overhaul, tuning, diagnostics, lubrication, cooling (air-cooled), fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system
Transmission:
Removal, installation, internal inspection, and repair of gearbox and clutch
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, ignition, lighting, starting system, instrument cluster
Chassis And Body:
Frame, suspension (front and rear), brakes (front and rear), wheels, tires, handlebars, seat, fuel tank, fenders, side covers, body panel removal/installation
Fuel System:
Carburetor disassembly, cleaning, adjustment, fuel pump operation (if applicable), fuel lines, fuel tank, petcock.
Ignition System:
CDI ignition, spark plugs, ignition coils, timing inspection and adjustment.
Lubrication System:
Oil pump operation, oil filter, oil passages, lubrication points.
Exhaust:
Exhaust pipe removal and installation, muffler inspection, gasket replacement.
Body:
Fender removal/installation, seat removal/installation, side cover removal/installation, fuel tank removal/installation.
Maintenance:
Routine servicing, tune-ups, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication schedules
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts and procedures for common issues across all systems
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for disassembly, assembly, and component replacement
Technical Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical specifications, engine timing
Assemblies Disassemblies:
Detailed procedures for dismantling and reassembling all major components and sub-assemblies.
Removal Install Procedures:
Step-by-step guides for removing and reinstalling parts like engine, transmission, wheels, forks, shock absorbers.
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds)
Special Tools:
Manual references special tools by Yamaha XV750 Virago part numbers, often illustrated.
Engine Type:
V-Twin, Four-Stroke
Displacement:
748 cc (45.6 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
74.0 mm x 85.0 mm (approx.)
Compression Ratio:
9.0:1 (typical for this era XV750)
Cooling System:
Air-cooled
Valve Train:
SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder (typically)
Ignition System Type:
Transistor Controlled Ignition (TCI)
Starting System:
Electric Starter
Horsepower:
Approx. 47-50 HP @ 6500 RPM (estimated for this model year)
Torque:
Approx. 44-47 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM (estimated for this model year)
Carburetion:
Dual Mikuni carburetors (e.g., 34 mm or similar)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Length:
Approx. 2,260 mm (90.2 in)
Width:
Approx. 850 mm (33.5 in)
Height:
Approx. 1,240 mm (48.8 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 1,535 mm (60.4 in)
Ground Clearance:
Approx. 140 mm (5.5 in) (estimated)
Dry Weight:
Approx. 197 kg (434 lbs)
Wet Weight:
Approx. 217 kg (478 lbs) (estimated, with all fluids)
Fuel Capacity:
13 L (3.4 US gal)
Oil Change:
Every 3,000-5,000 km or annually (refer to manual for exact spec)
Spark Plug Replacement:
As recommended in manual, typically every 10,000-15,000 km
Air Filter Cleaning Or Replacement:
Regular checks, cleaning/replacement as per manual based on operating conditions.
Engine Oil Type:
Yamalube (or equivalent) SAE 10W-40 API SE or SF (refer to manual for precise specification)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 2.6 L (2.7 US qt) with filter change (refer to manual)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (refer to manual)
Final Drive Oil Type:
Yamalube Gear Oil (or equivalent) SAE 80 API GL-4 (refer to manual)
Fork Oil Type:
Yamaha Fork Oil (or equivalent) SAE 10W (refer to manual)
Fork Oil Capacity:
Approx. 370-375 cc per leg (refer to manual for exact spec)
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, carburetor synchronization issues, electrical connection corrosion, suspension seal leaks.
Common Maintenance Tasks:
Regular carburetor cleaning and synchronization, checking and tightening fasteners, inspecting brake pads/shoes.