What category is the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Capacity: of 553.00 ccm (33.74 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S have?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Engine type of V2.

What is the engine power of the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Power of 64.00.

Is the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S have?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S weigh?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S?

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S has a Top speed of 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph).

Yamaha XZ 550 S - 1985 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S
Brand: Yamaha

The 1985 Yamaha XZ 550 S is a sport touring middleweight that appeals to riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and practicality. Its liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers smooth 64 horsepower through a shaft drive, while the compact 228 kg frame provides excellent maneuverability for both commuting and weekend excursions. Best known for reliability and user-friendly handling, it established Yamaha's reputation for accessible sport touring motorcycles.

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General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1985
Model	Yamaha XZ 550 S
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	80.0 x 55.0 mm (3.1 x 2.2 inches)
Compression	10.5:1
Power	64.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	V2
Capacity:	553.00 ccm (33.74 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	228.0 kg (502.7 pounds)
Yamaha XZ 550 S dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Expanding brake
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	4.25/85-18
Front tyre dimensions	90/90-18
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

64 hp

Peak Power

5.5s

0-60 mph

111.8 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track30%

City50%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding55%

Touring58%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a bike best suited to riders with some experience, as its weight and shaft-drive V-twin character reward a confident, deliberate riding style rather than snap reflexes.
Purpose	Despite being badged as an enduro-style machine, the XZ 550 S is really a road-biased sport-tourer with off-road styling, best used for mixed street riding and light touring rather than genuine dirt work.
Rider Fit	At 228 kg with a tall-ish stance typical of its era's adventure-styled bikes, it demands a reasonably fit rider comfortable managing its heft at low speed and standstill.
Character	The liquid-cooled DOHC V2 gives it a distinctive torquey, characterful pull that feels more substantial and refined than typical parallel-twins of its generation.
Not Ideal For	This is not the bike for riders seeking serious off-road capability or razor-sharp, lightweight agility on technical trails.

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