Yamaha 1985 XV700 Virago Manual

Summary of 1985 XV700 Virago

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    Contents introductory pages about this manual 0-6 introduction to the yamaha xv 0-6 identification numbers 0-7 buying parts 0-8 general specifications 0-8 maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities 0-11 safety first! 0-17 motorcycle chemicals and lubricants 0-18 troubleshooting 0-19 chapte...

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    0-4 yamaha xv the 1994 xv535s model the 1985 xv700 virago model.

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    Yamaha xv 0-5 the tr1 model the 1994 xv1100 virago model.

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    0-6 about this manual its purpose the purpose of this manual is to help you get the best value from your motorcycle. It can do so in several ways. It can help you decide what work must be done, even if you choose to have it done by a dealer service department or a repair shop; it provides informatio...

  • Page 5: Identification Numbers

    0-7 identification numbers the frame serial number is stamped into the right side of the frame and printed on a label affixed to the frame. The engine number is stamped into the right upper side of the crankcase. Both of these numbers should be recorded and kept in a safe place so they can be furnis...

  • Page 6: Buying Parts

    0-8 buying parts once you have found all the identification numbers, record them for reference when buying parts. Since the manufacturers change specifications, parts and vendors (companies that manufacture various components on the machine), providing the id numbers is the only way to be reasonably...

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    General specifications 0-9 1989-on uk models wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches) overall length 2285 mm (90.0 inches) overall width flat handlebar 725 mm (88.6 inches) upright handlebar 810 mm (31.9 inches) overall height flat handlebar 1070 mm (42.1 inches) upright handlebar 1110 mm (43.7 inches) seat ...

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    0-10 general specifications xv920 k and mk models wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches) overall length 2230 mm (87.8 inches) overall width 805 mm (31.7 inches) overall height 1160 mm (45.7 inches) seat height not specified ground clearance (minimum) 145 mm (5.7 inches) weight 235 kg (518 lbs) xv920 rh and...

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    0-11 maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities basic maintenance techniques there are a number of techniques involved in maintenance and repair that will be referred to throughout this manual. Application of these techniques will enable the amateur mechanic to be more efficient, better or...

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    0-12 maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities spark plug gap adjusting tool feeler gauge set control cable pressure luber hand impact screwdriver and bits torque wrenches (left - click type; right - beam type) if a hose clamp is broken or damaged, do not reuse it. Also, do not reuse hose...