Adventure Motorcycles
1985Honda XLV 750 R
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The 1985 Honda XLV 750 R is a middleweight enduro motorcycle designed for adventure-minded riders seeking dual-purpose capability. Its air-cooled V-twin engine delivers smooth 61 horsepower with shaft drive reliability, making it ideal for both on-road touring and light off-road exploration. Known for durability and versatile performance, the XLV 750 R suits riders wanting a practical, manageable adventure machine.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 220.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- This bike suits riders who want a versatile long-distance adventure tourer capable of mixing highway miles with light gravel and dirt road excursions.
- Built for
- The XLV 750 R has a rugged, adventurous, go-anywhere personality with a distinctive V-twin thump and shaft-drive smoothness that favors relaxed, steady-paced exploration over outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for riders chasing sharp sport-bike performance, track lap times, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Power
- 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2773 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 79.5 x 75.5 mm
- Compression
- 8.4:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 174.0 km/h (108.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 19.5 L | 19.5 L | 19.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda XLV 750 R?
The 1985 Honda XLV 750 R has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda XLV 750 R have?
The 1985 Honda XLV 750 R has a Power of 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda XLV 750 R have?
The 1985 Honda XLV 750 R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda XLV 750 R weigh?
The 1985 Honda XLV 750 R has a Wet weight of 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds).
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