The Yamaha XV950R motorcycle specifications include a 942 cc (57.48 cu in) engine, power of 51.4 hp (37.5 kW) @ 5,500 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 251 kg (553.4 lb).
Key specifications
The 2014 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Yamaha XV950R compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Yamaha models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Yamaha database average.
Very close to the Yamaha database average. Around the 61st percentile across Yamaha models.
About 71% higher than the Yamaha database average. Around the 80th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 35% heavier than the Yamaha database average. Around the 81st percentile across Yamaha models.
About 13% lower than the Yamaha database average. Around the 8th percentile across Yamaha models.
About 8% smaller than the Yamaha database average. Around the 45th percentile across Yamaha models.
Dimensions compared with Yamaha average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Yamaha models where that dimension is available.
2,290
2,082
10% above average.
830
823
Close to average.
1,120
1,172
4% below average.
1,570
1,416
11% above average.
690
793
13% below average.
130
181
28% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-19 |
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| Rear tire size | 150/80-16 |
| Front tire width | 100 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 19 in |
| Rear tire width | 150 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Rear rim diameter | 16 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.30 L (4.54 US qt) |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.205 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 204.8 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 54.6 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.02:1 (Square) |
Model information
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 942 cc (57.48 cu in) |
| Power | 51.4 hp (37.5 kW) @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 79.5 Nm (8.1 kgf-m or 58.6 ft.lbs) @ 8,100 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 85.0 x 83 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Oil capacity | 4.30 L (4.54 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Double cradle |
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| Front suspension | Telescopic forks, 41 mm |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm |
| Front wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake | 32.0° |
| Trail | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Front tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 150/80-16 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 251 kg (553.4 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 690 mm (27.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,290 mm (90.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,120 mm (44.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,570 mm (61.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 L (3.17 US gal) |
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| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
Other specifications
| Color options | Matt grey, Camo green |
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