1997Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin

★ 3.7

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The 1997 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin is a mid-sized adventure enduro designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability with on-road versatility. Its liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers smooth, manageable power ideal for exploration touring, while the comfortable seat height and balanced weight distribution appeal to both experienced adventurers and capable intermediate riders.

Capacity: 742.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 206.0 kg
Seat height: 860 mm
Power: 60.0 HP (44.1 kW)

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What’s new for the 1997 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin

vs the 1996

Spec	1996	1997
Power	60.0 HP (44.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM	60.0 HP (44.1 kW)
Torque	61.8 Nm (6.3 kgf-m or 45.6 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs)
Top speed	—	180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Other years 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail82%

Cornering55%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring88%

Two-up70%

Track20%

Best for: Built for long-distance overland adventure touring, blending genuine off-road capability with the ability to cover big miles on the road.
Built for: A rugged, torquey V-twin adventure icon that rewards a relaxed, go-anywhere riding style over outright speed or sharp handling.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking sportbike acceleration, razor-sharp cornering agility, or a low, easy-to-handle city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 860mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 1997 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 742.0 ccm
Power: 60.0 HP (44.1 kW)
Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2913 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 72.0 mm
Compression: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 3

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1565 mm
Overall length: 2315 mm
Overall width: 905 mm
Overall height: 1430 mm
Seat height: 860 mm
Dry weight: 206.0 kg
Wet weight: 235.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Ground clearance: 215 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 220 mm
Rear wheel travel: 210 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 276 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 256 mm
Front tyre: 90/90-21
Rear tyre: 140/80-17

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	1990	1993	1997	2000	2003
Capacity	742 cc	742 cc	742 cc	742 cc	742 cc
Dry weight	202 kg	198 kg	206 kg	206 kg	205 kg
Seat height	865 mm	865 mm	860 mm	870 mm	860 mm
Fuel capacity	24 L	23 L	23 L	23 L	23 L