1995 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin

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

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.