Yamaha Xj 550 1981 Specifications

Complete specifications and review of the 1981 Yamaha Xj 550

Yamaha Xj 550 1981 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationValue
BrandYamaha
ModelXj 550
Year1981
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SpecificationValue
Year1981
Bore x Stroke57 X 51.8 mm
Capacity528 cc / 32.2 cu-in
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Consumption Average55 mpg
Cooling SystemAir cooled
EngineFour stroke, transverse four cylinder. DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder.
Final DriveChain
Front Brakes2x 267mm discs
Front SuspensionTelescopic coil spring forks
Front Tyre3.25-19
Front Wheel Travel137 mm / 5.3 in
Fuel Capacity15 liters / 3.9 US gal
IgnitionBattery powered inductive
Induction4x 28mm Mikuni carburetors
Max Power37 kW / 50 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque41.9 Nm / 4,3 m-kg @ 7500 rpm
Rear Brakes182mm Drum
Rear SuspensionSwinging arm with dual dampers adjustable for preload
Rear Tyre110/ 90-16
Rear Wheel Travel80 mm / 3.7 in
Standing ¼ Mile13.4 sec / 98 mph
StartingElectric
Top Speed178.6 km/h / 111 mph
Transmission6 Speed
Wet Weight205 kg / 450 lbs