1983 Yamaha Venture Specifications Cycle Magazine 6/1983 Test Specifications

Make and Model	Yamaha XVZ12TK Venture
Price	suggested retail (as of 3/22/83) $5599
Performance
Standing 1/4 mile	12.69 sec. @ 103.92 mph
Engine rpm @ 60 mph, top gear	3313
Average fuel consumption rate	42.6 mpg (18.1 km/L)
Cruising range	226 miles (363 km)
Load capacity (GVWR less curb weight)	417 lbs (189 kg)
Maximum speed in gears @ redline	(1) 48 (2) 70 (3) 92 (4) 116 (5) 136
Engine
Type Four-stroke, V-four; liquid-cooled with dual chain-driven overhead camshafts; four valves per cylinder
Bore and stroke	76.0 x 66.0mm (2.99 x 2.60 in)
Piston displacement	1198cc (73.1 cu.in.)
HP	90
Compression ratio	10.5:1
Carburetion	(4) Mikuni 34mm constant-vacuum
Exhaust system	Four-into-two
Ignition	Battery-powered, inductive, magnetically triggered
Air filtration	Paper element, disposable
Oil filtration	Paper element, disposable
Oil Capacity	Periodic oil change   3.7 US qt/3.5L/3.1 Imp qt   w/filter replacement  4.0 US qt/3.8L/3.3 Imp qt
Transmission
Type	Five-speed, constant-mesh, wet-clutch
Primary drive Spur gear	87/49, 1.78
Final drive Shaft, with helical bevel gears	21/27 x 33/10, 2.57
Gear ratios (transmission)	(1) 39/15, 2.60 (2) 39/22, 1.77 (3) 31/23, 1.35 (4) 31/29, 107 (5) 29/32, 0.91
Gear ratios (overall)	(1) 11.88 (2) 8.09 (3) 6.17 (4) 4.89 (5) 4.16 Home Chassis
Frame Type	Double-downtube, full-cradle frame; round-section steel swing arm
Front Suspension	Center-axle, air-adjustable fork with 40mm tubes, anti-dive valving and 5.1 in. (130mm) of travel
Rear Suspension	(1) air-adjustable shock absorber, adjustable for rebound dampening, producing 4.2 in. (107mm) of rear-wheel travel
Wheelbase	63.4 in. (1610mm)
Rake/Trail	28.5 deg /4.9 in. (125mm)
Front Brake	Hydraulic, dual-disc with dual-piston calipers
Rear Brake	single-disc with dual-piston calipers
Front Wheel	Cast, 2.15 x 18
Rear Wheel	Cast, 3.00 x 16
Front Tire	120/90 18 65H Dunlop Qualifier F-16
Rear Tire	140/90 16 71H Dunlop Qualifier K827
Seat height	31.2 in. (792mm)
Ground Clearance	5.6 inc. (142mm)
Fuel Capacity	5.3 gal. (20 L)
Curb weight	full tank 751.5 lbs. (340.8 kg)
Test weight	911.5 lbs. (413.5 kg)
Power source	AC Magneto
Charger control	Solid-state voltage regulator/rectifier
Headlight beams	high/low 65/60 watts
Tail/stoplights	8/27 watts (2)
Battery	12V 18AH
Instruments
Includes: Speedometer, odometer, tripmeter, tachometer, with 7500-rpm redline. Fuel, Coolant temperature and volt gauges, indicators for neutral, high-beam, turn signals, sidestand down, low brake fluid, engine oil and batter levels, head lamp and tail lamp out, low fuel level and LCD clock.
Speedometer error	30 mph indicated, actual...............28.22 60 mph indicated, actual...............57.80

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1986 - 1993

The earlier model 1200cc Venture was very well received, but still struggling in the marketplace against the Goldwing. For 1986, Yamaha made some changes. Capacity was increased to 1300cc for more power, luggage capacity was increased by 50%, it was fitted with electronically controlled anti-dive forks, and passenger accommodations were enhanced. Despite all the engine improvements and extra power, the new Royale could still pull 45mpg. Changes were kept to a minimum from 1986 until the end of the production run in 1993.

Here are the specifications that I have gathered on the '86-'93 at this time.  Thanks to Russell Hicks for his help in compiling this information.

Make and model Yamaha
XVZ13DS/DCS
XVZ 13DU/DUC
XVZ 13U/UC
XVZ 13DA/DAC
Dimensions
Overall length	100.0 inches/2,540 mm
Overall width	37.0 inches/940mm
Overall height	60.4 inches/1,535mm
Seat height	30.9 inches/785mm
Wheelbase	63.4 inches/1,610mm
Min ground clearance	5.7 inches/145mm
Wet weight	XVZ13DS       783lbs/355 kg
	XVZ13DSC    785 lbs/356 kg
Min turning radius	114 inches/2,900mm
Engine	HP:   97
Type	Liquid cooled, 4 stroke gasoline DOHC
Cylinder arrangement	V-4
Displacement	1,294cm(3)
Bore xs Stroke	3.110x 2.598in/79x66mm
Compresion ratio	10.5 : 1
Compression pressure	171 psi/1,177kPa(12kg/cm2)
Starting system	Electric starter
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Oil type/grade	If temperature does not go below 40 F (5 C)
Yamalube 4-cycle oil/SAE 20W40 type SE
If temperature does not go above 60 F(15 C)
SAE 10W30 type SE
Final gear oil	SAE 80 API  "GL-4" Hypoid gear oil
Oil capacity
Engine oil	Periodic oil change   3.7 US qt/3.5L/3.1 Imp qt
w/filter replacement  4.0 US qt/3.8L/3.3 Imp qt
Total capacity	5 US qts/4.7L/4.1 Imp qt
Final gear case	0.21 US qt/0.2 L/2.46 Imp qt
Radiator capacity (all routes)   2.96 US qt/2.8L/2.46 Imp qt
Fuel
Type	regular unleaded
Tank capacity
Total	5.3 US gal/20L/4.4 Imp gal
Reserve	1.06 US gal/4.0 L/0.88 Imp
Carburetor
Type/Manufacturer	BDS 34x4/Mikuni
Spark plugs
Type/Manufacturer	DPR8EA-9 NGK  or  X24EPR-U9 Nippondenso
Gap	0.031~0.035 in/.08~0.9mm
Clutch	Wet, multiple disc
Transmission	Constant mesh 5 speed
Primary reduction system	Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio	87=49 (1.775)
Secondary reduction system	Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio	21=27 x 33=10 (2.566)
Operation	Left foot shift
Gear ratio:
1st gear	39=15 (2.600)
2nd gear	39=22 (1.772)
3rd gear	31=23 (1.347)
4th gear	31=29 (1.068)
5th gear	29=32 (0.906)
Chassis
Frame type	Double cradle
Caster angle	28.5 degrees
Trail	4.9 in (125mm)
Tires
Type	Tubeless
Size Front	120/90-18 65H
Bridgestone L303  Dunlop F16
Size Rear	140/90-16 71H
Bridgestone G508  Dunlop K807
Wear limit	0.04 in  (1.0mm)
Tire pressure (cold tire)
Basic wet weight
Maximum load**
Front	Rear
Up to 198 lbs/90k	32 psi/2.3kg/cm2	32 psi/2.3kg/cm2
198 lbs/09 k ~   **	32 psi/2.3kg/cm2	40 psi/2.8kg/cm2
High speed riding	32 psi/2.3kg/cm2	32 psi/2.3kg/cm2
Brakes
Front (right)	Disc brake  Right hand operation
Front left and rear	Disc brake Unified  Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front	Telescopic fork
Rear	Swing arm (New Monocross)
Shock Absorber
Front	Air/coil spring/oil damper
Rear	Air/coil spring, Gas/oil damper
Electrical
Ignition system	T.C.I.
Generator system	A.C. magneto generator
Battery type/model	GM-18Z-3A
Battery capacity	12V 20AH
Headlight  Type	Bulb Type (Quartz bulb)
Headlight	12V, 60W/55W x 1
Tail/Brake light	12V, 8W/27W  x 2
Flasher light	12V, 27W x 4
Parking/running	12V, 8W x 4
Trunk light	12V, 5W x 1
Indicator lights
Neutral	12V, 3.4W x 1
High beam	12V, 3.4W x 1
Head lamp	12V, 3.4W x 1
Turn	12V, 3.4W x 2
Cruise control
On	12V, 3W x 1
Set	12V, 3W x 1
Resume	12V, 3W x 1
Meter light	12V, 3.4W x 4

1994-1998

There was no Yamaha Venture produced between the years 1994 and 1998 though I have seen some Ventures sold as 1994 models in Europe.  These were basically left over 1993 models.  The great V4 engine though continued to be used in a souped up version in the Yamaha VMax and a much detuned version in the Yamaha Royal Star.  Why was the Venture discontinued?  It's anybodies guess but it is generally accepted that Yamaha simply lost most of the market to the ever evolving Honda Goldwing.  Many riders feel that Yamaha's lack of advertising their great tourer had as much as anything else to do with that. 

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1996-1998

Yamaha Royal Star

Combining the big V-four pulled from their venerable Venture Royale tourer with a hint of "nostalgic" styling, the Royal Star line has held its own in the struggle for cruiser supremacy. For 1997 Yamaha added the new Royal Star Tour Deluxe to their line and threatens to send contenders scattering with the Royal Star's strong 1-2-3 combination.

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1999-Present

Yamaha delivers an all-new, full-dress touring motorcycle with classic style and luxury features.
Yamaha unveils its all new, full-dress, 79 cubic inch, touring bike with redesigned chassis, plush touring features, classic style and smooth power. The Venture receives the classic look of the Royal Star, and its Venture Royale derived engine produces 98 horsepower.

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Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe

2005 - Present

With the new Royal Star Tour Deluxe, Yamaha has got the best of both worlds with this new model, the cruising world and the touring world. All combined in one machine; they call it a “Cruiser Touring,” possibly one of the fastest growing segments in the market today. And believe me, with its quick release touring windshield and passenger backrest that doesn’t require any of tools (with the help of hidden latches), you can literally, in a matter of seconds, remove it or install it, and go from cruising to tour mode -- just like that! Ladies and gentlemen, introducing the new bagger you can undress.

Engine
Type	79-cubic-inch (1294cc) liquid-cooled, DOHC, 70-degree V-4
Bore x Stroke	79 x 66mm
Compression Ratio	10:1
Carburetion	(4) 32mm Mikuni CV
Ignition	Digital TCI
Transmission	Wide-ratio 5-speed w/4th and 5th gear overdrive and hydraulic clutch
Final Drive	Shaft
Chassis
Suspension/Front	Telescopic fork w/air assist; 5.5" travel
Suspension/Rear	Single shock, link-type w/air assist; 4.1" travel
Brakes/Front	Dual 298mm Discs
Brakes/Rear	320mm Disc
Tires/Front	150/80-16
Tires/Rear	150/90-15
Dimensions
Length	98.6"
Width	39.8"
Height	60.0"
Seat Height	29.1"
Wheelbase	67.5"
Ground Clearance	5.9"
Dry Weight	787 lb.
Fuel Capacity	5.3 gal.
Other
Warranty	5 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)