XV535 01

CHAPTER ONE
GENERAL INFORMATION
This detailed, comprehensive manual covers the order parts from the dealer or other parts distributors,
U.S. and the U.K. models of the Yamaha XV535 always order by frame and engine numbers. The
Virago V-twins from 1987-on. Table 1 lists engine, frame serial number and vehicle identification num-
chassi and primary identification numbers for mod- ber (VIN) is stamped on the right-hand side of the
els covered in this manual and Table 2 lists the steering stem (Figure 1). The engine number is
general specifications. stamped ona raised pad on the right-hand side of the
Table 1 and Table 2 are found at the end of the crankcase (Figure 2) by the rear cylinder. The car-
chapter. buretor number is on the left-hand side of the NO. 1
carburetor body just below the top cover.
NOTE
This chapter cover all procedures Write the numbers down and carry them with you.
unique to the XV535 Virago V-twins. If Compare new parts to old before purchasing them.
a specific procedure is not included in If they are not alike, have the parts manager explain
this chapter, refer to Chapter One at the the difference to you. Table 1 lists engine and frame
front of this manual for service prvce- serial numbers for the models covered in this man-
dures. ual.
PARTS REPLACEMENT NOTE

If your Yamaha was purchased second-
Yamaha makes frequent changes during a model
hand and you are not sure of its model
year, some minor, some relatively major. When you
2 CHAPTER ONE
year, use the bike’s engine serial number gine and serial numbers listed in Table
and vehicle identification number (VIN) 1. If your bike’s serial number is listed
and the information listed in Table 1. in Table1, cross-reference the number
Read your bike’s engine serial number. with the adjacent model number and
Then compare the number with the en- year.
Table 1 BNBINE SBRIAL NUMBBRS

U.S. Models
Model Number Btartlng Bnglns Barlal Number/
and Year Phnary Identlflcatlon Number
1987
XV535T 2GV-090101
XV535TC 2JU-900101
1988
xv535u 2GV-038101
xv535uc 3BG-000101
1989
xc535w 2UJ-020101
xc535wc 3BG-002101
1990 l *
XV535A 3Jc-007101
XV535AC 3JC-992101
1993
XV535E 3JC-014101
XV535EC 3Jc-020101
1994
XV535F 3Jc-021101
XV535FC 3JC-025101
XV535SF 3JC-028101
XV535SFC 3Jc-033101
1995
XV535G 3JC-038101
XV535GC 3JC-039101
XV535SG 3Jc-041101
XV535SGC 3Jc-047101
1998
XV535t-t 3JCS (except California) 3Jc-050101
XV535HC 3JCT (California) 3JC-053101
XV535SH 3JCN (except Callfornla) 3JC-055101
XV535SHC 3JCP (California) 3JGO8O101
1997 N/A
1998
XV535K 3JC-085097’
XV535KC 3JC-O85889*
1999
XV535L 3Jc-O85951+
XV535LC 3JC-066007’
U.K. Models
Models Number and Year Bnglne Berlal No. Btart to End
1988 2YL-903101
1989 2YL-005101
1990 2YL-0022101
1991 2YL-031101
1992-l 997 2YL-
1998-l 999 N/A
l Primary identification number.
l * The XV535 was not available In the U.S. In 1991 and 1992.
GENERAL INFORMATION 3
Table 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Engine type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, V-twin

Bore and stroke 2.992 x 2.323 In. (76 x 59 mm)
Displacement 32.64 cu. In. (535 cc)
Compression ratio 9:l
Ignition Transistor control ignition (TCI)
Carburetlon 2 Mlkunl carburetors
Air filter Dry type element
Fuel type Gasoline: regular unleaded
Fuel tank capacity
1987-l 989 U.S. models and 1988 U. K. models
Total 2.3 U.S. gal. (8.6 L, 1.9 Imp. gal.)
Reserve 0.5 U.S. gal. (2.0 L, 0.4 Imp. gal.)
1990-on U.S. models and 1989-on U. K. models
Total 3.6 U.S. gal. (13.5 L, 3.0 Imp. gal.)
Reserve 0.7 U.S. gal. (2.5 L, 0.5 Imp. gal.)
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 5 speeds, constant mesh
Transmission ratios
1st 2.714
2nd 1.900
3rd 1.458
4th 1.166
5th 0.966
Flnal reduction ratio 3.071
Starting system Electric starter only
Battery 12 volt/l2 amp hour
Charging system AC alternator
Chassis dimensions
Overall length 87.0 in. (2,210 mm)
Overall width 32.1 in. (815 mm)
Overall height 43.3 in. (1,100 mm)
Seat height 27.6 in. (700 mm)
Wheelbase 59.5 in. (1,511 mm)
Ground clearance 5.7 in. (145 mm)
Basic welght
U.S. models
1987-i 989
44state 408 lb. (185 kg)
California 410 lb. (186 kg)
1999on
49-state 430 lb. (195 kg)
California 432 lb. (196 kg)
U.K. models 415 lb. (188 kg)
Steering head angle 31”
Trail 4.8 in. (122 mm)
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Travel 5.9 in. (150 mm)
Rear suspension Dual shock
Travel 3.3 in. (85 mm)
Front tire 3.OOS-194PR
Rear tire
1987-l 989 140190-l 5 70s
1990-on 140/90-l 5Mlc 70s

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CHAPTER ONE

PARTS REPLACEMENT NOTE

Table 1 BNBINE SBRIAL NUMBBRS

Table 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Engine type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, V-twin

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