Yamaha XV 950 RACER
- Production years
- 2015–2018
- Brand
- Yamaha
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YAMAHA XV950 Racer (2017)
Selected year: 2018
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 942 cm³
- Power
- 51 hp (38 kW) at 5,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 251 kg
- Seat height
- 765 mm
Overview
The Yamaha XV 950 RACER is a cruiser from the XV family, produced from 2015 through 2018. The 2018 model has an air-cooled 942 cm³ V-twin producing 51 hp (38 kW) and 79.5 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm, with a wet weight of 251 kg.
Torque arrives at 3,000 rpm, so the engine delivers its pull at relatively low revs. Fuel consumption is 5.0 liters per 100 km, and the 12-liter tank gives an estimated range of about 240 km. The 765 mm seat is 75 mm higher than on the 2017 model, changing the reach to the ground; ABS is fitted to both wheels, and belt final drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 85.0 x 83.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 942 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCI
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Oil capacity
- 4.3 L
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 116 g/km CO₂
- Fuel consumption
- 5 L/100 km
- Power
- 51 hp (38 kW) at 5,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2048 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 79.5 Nm at 3,000 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet, Multiple Disc
- Final drive
- Belt
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 12 L
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,160 mm
- Overall length
- 2,295 mm
- Overall width
- 830 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4 L
- Seat height
- 765 mm
- Wet weight
- 251 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,570 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks, 41 mm
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake
- 29.0°
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Trail
- 130 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Wave disc. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Wave disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Yellow, matte grey
Model years
2018
Seat height: 690 mm → 765 mm
| Specification | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 942 cm³ | 942 cm³ | 942 cm³ | 942 cm³ |
| Power | 51 hp (38 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) | 51 hp (38 kW) |
| Torque | 79.5 Nm | 79.5 Nm | 79.5 Nm | 79.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 251 kg | 251 kg | 251 kg | 251 kg |
| Seat height | 690 mm | 690 mm | 690 mm | 765 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 12 L | 12 L | 12 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low-rev torque
The 79.5 Nm peak at 3,000 rpm provides useful pulling force without needing to rev the engine hard.
Belt final drive
The belt eliminates the regular cleaning and adjustment required by a chain.
ABS on both wheels
ABS helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking on either end.
Things to consider
Substantial wet weight
At 251 kg wet, the bike can take more effort to maneuver at walking pace or move while parked.
Shorter fuel-stop intervals
The 12-liter tank and estimated 240 km range mean more frequent fuel stops on longer rides.
Higher seat than the 2017 model
At 765 mm, the seat is 75 mm taller than the previous year's 690 mm seat, which may make reaching the ground harder for some riders.
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
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
765 mm
Approx. loaded height
735 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 12 L at 5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
240 km
With 10% reserve
216 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine capacity of the 2018 Yamaha XV 950 RACER?
It has an air-cooled, four-stroke V-twin with a capacity of 942 cm³.
How much power and torque does the 2018 Yamaha XV 950 RACER produce?
It produces 51 hp (38 kW) and 79.5 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm.
What is the seat height of the 2018 Yamaha XV 950 RACER?
The seat height is 765 mm, up from 690 mm on the 2017 model.
How far can the Yamaha XV 950 RACER travel on a full tank?
Its 12-liter tank gives an estimated range of about 240 km.
