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Yamaha XV535 VIRAGO 1994 Parts & Accessories

Produced from 1987 through to 1997, the Yamaha XV535 Virago was a wildly popular mid-size cruiser that bridged the gap between lightweight entry-level bikes and heavy touring cruisers. Powered by a 535 cc air-cooled 70-degree V-twin engine, it was unique in its displacement class for featuring low-maintenance shaft final drive. Early models (1987–1988) featured an under-seat main fuel tank with a dummy tank housing electrical components on top; Yamaha updated the design in 1989 to include a functional upper teardrop tank to increase fuel capacity to 13.5 litres. With its ultra-low seat height, relaxed ergonomics, lightweight steel frame, and classic chrome styling, the XV535 became one of Yamaha's best-selling street motorcycles across North America and Europe.

• 535 cc air-cooled SOHC 2-valve 70° V-twin engine
• Twin 34 mm Mikuni BDS34 constant-velocity carburetors
• Pressed steel backbone frame using the engine as a stressed member
• 36 mm conventional telescopic front hydraulic forks
• Dual rear shock absorbers with 5-way adjustable spring preload
• Single 298 mm front hydraulic disc brake with 2-piston caliper and 200 mm rear mechanical drum brake
• 5-speed manual transmission with wet multi-plate clutch and low-maintenance shaft final drive
• 8.6-litre (1987–1988) or 13.5-litre / 3.6 US gal (1989–2003) fuel tank capacity