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Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin

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Make Model

Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin

Year

1995

Engine

Four stroke, Longitudinal 52°V-twin. SOHC, 3 Valve per cylinder 

Capacity

742 cc / 45.2 cu-in

Bore x Stroke

81 x 72 mm

Compression Ratio

9.0:1

Valve clearances (COLD engine) Intake valves: 0.13 to 0.17 mm
Exhaust valves: 0.18 to 0.22 mm
Cooling System Liquid cooled, 2.03 l (2.15 US qt, 1.79 Imp qt)
Lubrication Wet sump
Engine Oil (After draining) 2.4 l (2.5 US qt, 2.1 Imp qt)
(After draining and oil filter change) 2.6 l (2.7 US qt, 2.3 Imp qt)
(After disassembly) 3.2 l (3.4 US qt, 2.8 Imp qt)

Induction

2x 38 mm Flat side CV
Idle speed 1,200 ± 100 min–¹(rpm) ...E,G,F,ED,AR,II G
1,200 ± 50 min–¹(rpm) ..SW

Ignition 

TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Battery 12V - 12AH
Generator 0.36kW/5,000min–¹(rpm)
Spark Plug Standard: DPR8EA9 (NGK) or X24EPR - U9 (DENSO)
Cold climate (Below 5°C, 41°F): DPR7EA9 (NGK) or X22EPR - U9 (DENSO)
For extended high speed riding: DPR9EA9 (NGK) or X27EPR - U9 (DENSO)
Spark Plug Gap 0.80 - 0.90 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in)
Starting Electric

Max Power

62 hp / 45.3 kW @ 7500 rpm 

Max Torque

62.7 Nm / 6.4 kgf-m / 46.2 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm

Clutch Wet, multiple discs, cable operated

Transmission

5 Speed 

Final Drive Chain
Primary Reduction 1.763
Gear ratio 1st: 3.083 / 2nd: 2.062 / 3rd: 1.550 / 4th: 1.272 / 5th: 1.083
Final Reduction 2.812 ...E,G,F,SW,ED,II G
2.687 ...AR
Frame Single downtube with double-loop cradle, rectangular section, steel

Front Suspension

43 mm air-assisted telescopic fork

Front Wheel Travel 220 mm / 8.6 in

Rear Suspension

Pro-Link 214 mm wheel travel with preload and compression damping adjustment

Rear Wheel Travel 214 mm / 8.4 in

Front Brakes

2x 276 mm discs 2 piston calipers

Rear Brakes

Single 256 mm disc 1 piston caliper

Front Tyre

90/90 D21

Rear Tyre

140/80 R17

Rake 27°
Trail 133 mm / 5.2 in
Dimensions Length 2315 mm / 84 in
Width    905 mm / 35.6 in
Height 1430 mm / 56.2 in
Wheelbase 1565 mm / 61.6 in
Seat Height

860 mm / 33.9 in

Dry Weight

207 kg / 456 lbs

Wet Weight 218 kg / 481 lbs

Fuel Capacity

23 Litres / 6.1 gal

Reserve 5.1 Litres / 1.35 gal

Consumption Average

16.4 km/lit

Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0

13.3 m / 40.7m

Standing ¼ Mile  

13.1 sec / 56.6 km/h

Top Speed

181.8 km/h / 112 mph
Manual

Colours and codes lights & Torque settingss .blackbears.ru 

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The Honda XRV750 Africa Twin's very softly tuned V-twin produces reasonable low rev torque but is far from swift. Claimed power is 60bhp but a measured rear wheel figure is more like 52. That’s 600 Diversion territory and much less than a 600 Bandit. Three valve-per-cylinder design is economical and reliability superb.

The Honda XRV750 Africa Twin's smooth and stable on the road. The narrow front tyre and wide bars make it quick to turn and it’s excellent in town with excellent balance, visibility and steering lock.  Brakes are better than other big trail bikes of the early 90s but out performed by the latest crop.

1992 onwards Honda XRV750 Africa Twins get an on-board computer which is fun even if the functions aren’t mind blowing. Headlights aren’t superb – hi-tech bulbs boost output. Comfort’s slightly disappointing – the riding position’s great but the seat’s too thin for long days in the saddle – an after market variant such as Corbin improves thing no end.