Yamaha Virago XV535DX

Newest Review: ... high street. The 535 Virago has excellent acceleration in 1st gear, a quality Yamaha gearbox means that selecting 2nd and ... more

... the three remaining gears after that very smooth indeed. However, I have found that the range of speed in 2nd gear is very limited; I often max out the revs before feeling comfortable to change into third gear. The range in the rest of the gears is adequate if driving in an urban environment where the need to accelerate to top speed is not necessary. The 535 is shaft driven as opposed to belt or chain driven. This makes it safer as there is no likelihood of a chain or belt breaking or snapping and entangling the wheel....more

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Yamaha Virago XV535DX: A sexy, elegant cruising legend. (656 words)
by - written on 14/09/06 (Very useful, 4828 readings)
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Well I hope you didn't think that I was going to miss an opportunity to review the Yamaha Virago XV535DX with a username like mine? I have owned this bike since 1999 and it still makes me feel exhilarated every time I ride it. The Virago has since made way for a newer breed of Yamaha cruiser such as the Dragstar and the Wildstar, however, these new cruisers have sacrificed a certain element of functionality to look good and sound gravely. The XV535 is 535cc as the name suggests. Models of the Virago include a 125cc, 250cc, 535cc and 750cc version. The XV535 however, definitely boasts the best power to weight ratio compared to its siblings. A very ... Read the complete review

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