Yamaha 1985 XV700 Virago User Manual

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
Chapter 1
Tune-up and routine maintenance 1-1
Chapter 2 Part A
Engine, clutch and transmission (XV535 models) 2A-1
Chapter 2 Part B
Engine, clutch and transmission (XV700 through 1100 models) 2B-1
Chapter 3 Part A
Fuel and exhaust systems (XV535 models) 3A-1
Chapter 3 Part B
Fuel and exhaust systems (XV700 through 1100 models) 3B-1
Chapter 4 Part A
Ignition system (XV535 models) 4A-1
Chapter 4 Part B
Ignition system (XV700 through 1100 models) 4B-1
Chapter 5 Part A
Steering, suspension and final drive (XV535 models) 5A-1
Chapter 5 Part B
Steering, suspension and final drive (XV700 through 1100 models) 5B-1
Chapter 6 Part A
Brakes, wheels and tires (XV535 models) 6A-1
Chapter 6 Part B
Brakes, wheels and tires (XV700 through 1100 models) 6B-1
Chapter 7 Part A
Frame and bodywork (XV535 models) 7A-1
Chapter 7 Part B
Frame and bodywork (XV700 through 1100 models) 7B-1
Chapter 8 Part A
Electrical system (XV535 models) 8A-1
Chapter 8 Part B
Electrical system (XV700 through 1100 models) 8B-1
Chapter 9
Wiring diagrams 9-1
Conversion factors
Index IND-1

Yamaha 1985 XV700 Virago Specifications

General

Engine Type	Air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-twin
Displacement	699 cc
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Shaft
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Drum
Fuel System	2 x Mikuni BS34SS carburetors
Rear Suspension	Swingarm
Wheelbase	1, 520 mm
Ignition	Transistorized coil ignition

Summary

About this manual

Its purpose

Explains the manual's goal to help users get the best value from their motorcycle.

Using the manual

Describes how the manual is organized into chapters and sections for easy navigation.

Introduction to the Yamaha XV

Identification numbers

Identifying engines and model years

Details how to find and use identification codes to determine the specific model year of a bike.

Buying parts

General specifications

Maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities

Basic maintenance techniques

Outlines fundamental methods for efficient and proper motorcycle maintenance and repair.

Fastening systems

Discusses the proper handling, tightening, and replacement of nuts, bolts, and screws.

Tightening sequences and procedures

Explains the importance of torque values and sequential tightening for component integrity.

Disassembly sequence

Advises on careful disassembly, keeping track of parts and their order for reassembly.

Tools