Yamaha XV535
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Also called | XV535 |
| Production | 1987–2003 |
| Predecessor | Yamaha Virago 500K |
| Successor | Yamaha DragStar 650 XVS650/XVS650A |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | Air-cooled 4-stroke 70° SOHC V-twin 535 cc (32.6 cu in). Bore x stroke 76 x 59 mm. 9.0:1 compression. |
| Power | 31.1 kW |
| Transmission | Wet-clutch; 5 Speed constant mesh; shaft drive |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Twin shocks with concentric coil springs |
| Brakes | Front: Single drilled disc with hydraulic caliper Rear: Cable-actuated drum |
| Tires | Front: 3.00S-19 4PR Rear: 140/90-15M/C 70S |
| Fuel capacity | 1987–1988: 8.6 L (2.3 US gal) 1989–2003: 13.5 L (3.6 US gal) |
| Oil capacity | 2.8 L (3.0 US qt) |
The Yamaha Virago 535 is a motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation. It is one of several in the Virago line and is positioned as mid-size cruiser with an engine displacement of 535 cc (32.6 cu in).
It is unique in being one of the few smaller cruiser-style motorcycles available with a shaft drive instead of a chain or belt final drive system, as well as a V-twin engine of that size. Its heavily chromed body styling is also distinctive.
This model was discontinued in 2004 in the US and 2003 and replaced by the V-Star 650 (known as the DragStar in Europe). I