Honda XLV 750 R - 1984 Specifications and Reviews

The 1984 Honda XLV 750 R is a middleweight enduro bike designed for adventure-focused riders seeking off-road capability with road manners. Its air-cooled V-twin engine delivers 61 horsepower through a practical shaft drive, while the 220kg weight keeps handling accessible. Best known for combining dual-sport versatility with Honda reliability, it appeals to riders wanting genuine adventure potential without extreme specialization.

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General information

CategoryEnduro / offroad
Year1984
ModelHonda XLV 750 R
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Fuel controlOHC
Valves per cylinder3
Bore x stroke79.5 x 75.5 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Compression8.4:1
Power61.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)

Honda XLV 750 R dimensions and frame

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions130/80-17
Front tyre dimensions90/90-21

Speed and acceleration

Top speed174.0 km/h (108.1 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity19.50 litres (5.15 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

61 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph
108.1 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track20%
City50%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding55%
Touring72%
Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best ForA rider with at least some intermediate experience will feel most comfortable, as the tall suspension and shaft-drive V-twin character reward a confident, measured riding style.
PurposeThis bike suits riders who want a versatile long-distance adventure tourer capable of mixing highway miles with light gravel and dirt road excursions.
Rider FitA tall seat height and substantial dry weight mean shorter or less physically robust riders may find slow-speed maneuvering and off-road recovery more demanding.
CharacterThe XLV 750 R has a rugged, adventurous, go-anywhere personality with a distinctive V-twin thump and shaft-drive smoothness that favors relaxed, steady-paced exploration over outright speed.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the right bike for riders chasing sharp sport-bike performance, track lap times, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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