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Honda XRV750 AFRICA TWIN 1997 Parts & Accessories

Introduced in 1990 to succeed the XRV650, the Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (model designations RD07 and RD07A across its primary iterations) was produced through 2003, solidifying the platform's status as an iconic rally-replica adventure machine. Powered by an enlarged 742 cc 52° V-twin engine featuring dual spark plugs per cylinder and liquid cooling, the XRV750 delivered enhanced high-speed touring capability while maintaining its Dakar-derived off-road ruggedness. Over its production span, the model received major updates including a dual front disc brake system, a redesigned lower-slung chassis for better stability, a digital Tripmaster computer, and updated bodywork, remaining Honda's flagship multi-terrain motorcycle until its eventual discontinuation and later spiritual rebirth with the CRF series.

• 742 cc liquid-cooled SOHC 6-valve 52° V-twin engine producing 62 HP (45.6 kW) @ 7,500 RPM and 46.2 lb-ft (62.7 Nm) torque @ 6,000 RPM
• Dual 36 mm Keihin CV carburetors with digital electronic ignition and dual spark plugs per cylinder
• High-tensile steel double-cradle frame with box-section aluminum swingarm and heavy-duty aluminum engine protection guard
• 43 mm Showa air-assisted telescopic front forks providing 220 mm (8.7 in) wheel travel
• Pro-Link single Showa rear shock absorber with piggyback remote reservoir, adjustable spring preload, and rebound damping providing 210 mm (8.3 in) wheel travel
• Dual 276 mm hydraulic floating front disc brakes with dual-piston calipers and a single 256 mm hydraulic rear disc brake
• 5-speed manual transmission with heavy-duty wet multi-plate clutch and chain final drive
• 21-inch front (90/90-21) and 17-inch rear (140/80-17) spoked aluminum rims with dual-sport tires
• 880 mm (34.6 in) seat height and 205 kg (452 lbs) dry weight / 229 kg (505 lbs) wet weight with a 23-litre (6.1 US gal) fuel tank capacity