Honda XL 1000V Varadero
- Production years
- 2000–2013
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2013
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 996 cm³
- Power
- 92 hp (69 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Dry weight
- 244.2 kg
- Seat height
- 838 mm
Overview
The Honda XL 1000V Varadero is an adventure motorcycle produced from 2000 to 2013. The 2013 model has a 996 cm³ liquid-cooled V-twin four-stroke engine, producing 92 hp (69 kW) and 98 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm, with a dry weight of 244.2 kg.
The 838 mm seat height may make it harder for shorter riders to get both feet firmly down, and the 244.2 kg dry weight calls for deliberate low-speed maneuvering. A 25-liter tank gives room for longer stretches between fuel stops, while ABS on both wheels supports controlled braking. The rear suspension offers 40-step spring preload adjustment and stepless rebound adjustment; the chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 98.0 x 66.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 996 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 92 hp (69 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.3788 HP/kg (dry)
- Torque
- 98 Nm at 6,000 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate with coil springs
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 244.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 25 L
- Ground clearance
- 181 mm
- Overall height
- 1,465 mm
- Overall length
- 2,300 mm
- Overall width
- 930 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4 L
- Seat height
- 838 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,560 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm telescopic fork, 155mm axle travelÂ
- Front wheel travel
- 155 mm
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link damper with 40-step spring preload (*and stepless rebound damping) adjustment, 145mm axle travelÂ
- Rear wheel travel
- 145 mm
- Trail
- 110 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Combined 3-piston callipers and sintered metal pads .
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Combined 3-piston callipers and sintered metal pads.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Red/white/blue, black
Model years
2001
Torque: 99 Nm → 98 Nm
2002
Power: 94 hp (70 kW) → 94 hp (70 kW)
2006
Power: 94 hp (70 kW) → 92 hp (69 kW); Seat height: 845 mm → 838 mm
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 996 cm³ | 996 cm³ | 996 cm³ | 996 cm³ | 996 cm³ | 996 cm³ |
| Power | 92 hp (69 kW) | 92 hp (69 kW) | 92 hp (69 kW) | 92 hp (69 kW) | 92 hp (69 kW) | 92 hp (69 kW) |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Dry weight | 244.2 kg | 244.2 kg | 244.2 kg | 268.7 kg | 244 kg | 244.2 kg |
| Seat height | 838 mm | 838 mm | 838 mm | 838 mm | 838 mm | 838 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L | 25 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
ABS braking
ABS on both the front and rear brakes can help prevent wheel lock during hard braking.
Large fuel tank
The 25-liter tank allows longer stretches between fuel stops than a smaller tank would.
Adjustable rear suspension
Forty-step spring preload and stepless rebound adjustment let riders tune the rear suspension to suit load and road conditions.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
At 244.2 kg dry, the Varadero can take more effort to maneuver in parking lots and at walking pace.
Tall seat
The 838 mm seat height can make it difficult for shorter riders to plant both feet at stops.
Chain upkeep
The chain final drive needs regular cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
838 mm
Approx. loaded height
808 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 25 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
455 km
With 10% reserve
409 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2013 Honda XL 1000V Varadero make?
It produces 92 hp (69 kW).
What engine does the 2013 Varadero have?
It has a 996 cm³ liquid-cooled V-twin four-stroke engine with 98 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm.
How tall is the seat on the 2013 Honda XL 1000V Varadero?
The seat height is 838 mm.
Does the 2013 Honda XL 1000V Varadero have ABS?
Yes, ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
