Sport Tourers
1983Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo
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The 1983 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo is a pioneering turbocharged middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking performance without excessive displacement. Its innovative turbo engine delivers 90 horsepower, blending everyday practicality with spirited riding dynamics. Best known for introducing turbocharging to the mid-sized market, it remains a significant milestone in motorcycle engineering history.
- Capacity
- 653.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 262.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 9000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A 1980s technological showcase blending shaft-drive touring comfort with a novelty turbocharged four-cylinder engine for effortless highway cruising.
- Built for
- An eccentric, boost-driven cruiser-tourer that feels docile below the turbo threshold and surprisingly punchy once spooled up, appealing to fans of retro forced-induction quirkiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a modern, linear power delivery.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 653.0 ccm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3435 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 63.0 x 52.4 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.25-19
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-18
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 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 653 cc | 653 cc | 653 cc | 653 cc | 653 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 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 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo?
The 1983 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo has a Capacity of 653.0 ccm (39.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo have?
The 1983 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo has a Power of 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo have?
The 1983 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo weigh?
The 1983 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo has a Wet weight of 262.0 kg (577.6 pounds).
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