What category is the 2005 Honda XL 1000 V Varadero?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Honda XL 1000 V Varadero
Year	2005
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Valves per cylinder	4
Fuel system	Carburettor
Bore x stroke	98.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches)
Compression	9.0:1
Torque	98.00
Power	94.50
Stroke	4
Engine type	V2
Capacity:	996.00 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance	195 mm (7.7 inches)
Overall width	880 mm (34.6 inches)
Overall length	2,295 mm (90.4 inches)
Overall height	1,460 mm (57.5 inches)
Seat height	845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero dimensions and frame
Rear brakes diameter	256 mm (10.1 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	296 mm (11.7 inches)
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	150/70-R17 69H
Front tyre dimensions	110/80-R19 59H
Rear suspension travel	155 mm (6.1 inches)
Front suspension travel	175 mm (6.9 inches)

Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.4295 HP/kg
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Reserve fuel capacity	4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
Fuel capacity	25.00 litres (6.61 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

92.5 hp

Peak Power

4.3s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track25%

City50%

Cornering62%

Daily Riding68%

Touring92%

Passenger85%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to intermediate and experienced riders comfortable with a tall, heavy adventure-touring machine.
Purpose	Designed primarily for long-distance touring and mile-munching on highways and open roads, with light off-road capability.
Rider Fit	Riders benefit from being reasonably tall and fit due to the high seat height and substantial dry weight to manage at low speed and off-road.
Character	A big-hearted, torquey V-twin adventure tourer that rewards patient, steady riding over aggressive sport riding.
Not Ideal For	Not ideal for short or novice riders seeking a light, nimble bike for tight city streets or serious off-road trails.

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

Rider Fit Visualizer

Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

Calculated in your browser only - your height/inseam are never sent to our servers.

Feet:

At 845mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2005 Honda XL 1000 V Varadero, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

Find bikes that fit your height →