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Technical motorcycle description Yamaha XS 1100 1978

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A Yamaha 1100 XS motorcycle
A Yamaha 1100 XS motorcycle

Specifications Yamaha XS 1100 1978

Chassis
Two-seater saddle
Frame : Double steel cradle
Fuel capacity : 24 liters (6.34 US gallons)
Oil capacity : 3.70 liters (0.98 US gallons)
Seat height : 815 mm (32.09 in)
Length : 2,260 mm (88.98 in)
Width : 775 mm (30.51 in)
Min height : 1,145 mm (45.08 in)
Min. ground clearance : 150 mm (5.91 in)
Wheelbase : 1,545 mm (60.83 in)
Dry weight : 256 kg (564 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 283 kg (624 lb)
Front axle
Telescopic fork Ø nc, Wheel travel : 170 mm (6.69 in)
Angle de chasse : 29.5 °
Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), single-piston caliper
Front tire (Inner tube) : 100 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire
Transmission
5 stage gearbox , manual
Secondary cardan shaft
Rear axle
2 side shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 100 mm (3.94 in)
Preload adjustment
Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), single-piston caliper
Rear tire (Inner tube) : 130 / 90 - 17 → Order this type of tire
Motor
4 cylinders online , 4 strokes
4 carburetors, 34 mm diameter
Cooling system : by air
2 ACT
2 valves per cylinder
1,101 cc
95 ch (93.70 hp) to 8,500 rpm
9.20 mkg (90.20 Nm) to 6,000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio : 2.73 kg/ch
Torque-to-Weight Ratio : 27.83 kg/mkg
Compression : 8.2 : 1
Starting system : electric and kick
Practical information
Country of manufacture : Japan
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Key facts Yamaha XS 1100 (1978) : What you need to know before you buy

Prices

Basic version
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3,360€

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Compare the XS 1100 to its competitors

Compared to its 2 direct competitors, this XS 1100 offers an appealing positioning, managing to stand out in certain specific areas. It stands out with torque of 9.2 Nm, while also delivering fuel consumption of 5.8 l/100km. Its weight of 256 kg makes it one of the heaviest models in the category.

Fuel consumption

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 5.80 liters/100km (0.41 mpg)
Honda CBX 1000 1978 Undisclosed
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : 7.20 liters/100km (0.33 mpg)

Range

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 414 km (257 miles)
Honda CBX 1000 1978 Undisclosed
Suzuki GS1000 1978 Undisclosed

Torque

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 9.2 mkg
Honda CBX 1000 1978 : 8.6 mkg
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : 8.5 mkg

Power

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 95 ch (93.70 hp)
Honda CBX 1000 1978 : 105 ch (103.60 hp)
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : 87 ch (85.80 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 2.73 kg/ch
Honda CBX 1000 1978 : 2.38 kg/ch
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : 2.73 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 27.83 kg/mkg
Honda CBX 1000 1978 : 28.72 kg/mkg
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : 27.53 kg/mkg

Speed

Yamaha XS 1100 1978 : 215 km/h (133.60 mph)
Honda CBX 1000 1978 : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Suzuki GS1000 1978 : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the XS 1100 1978

What is the power of the XS 1100?
The XS 1100 1978 develops a power of 95 ch (93.70 hp)
What is the torque of the XS 1100?
The maximum torque of the XS 1100 1978 is 9.20 mkg (90.20 Nm) to 6,000 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the XS 1100?
The XS 1100 1978 is capable of reaching a top speed of 215 km/h (133.60 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the XS 1100?
The XS 1100 1978 has a a dry weight of 256 kg (564 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 283 kg (624 lb).
What is the fuel consumption of the XS 1100?
Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.80 l/100km (0.41 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
QWhat is the seat height of the XS 1100?
To ensure good accessibility, the XS 1100 1978 offers a minimum seat height of 815 mm (32.09 in).
What is the price of the XS 1100?
The price of the XS 1100 1978 is 3,360€ in France
What size tires should I put on my XS 1100?
The standard size for a XS 1100 1978 is 100 / 90 - 19 for the front, and 130 / 90 - 17 for the rear.

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