

Yamaha
XV 1000
Classic · 981 cc
- Engine
- 981 cc
- Power
- 64 hp
- Weight
- 235 kg
- Price range
- €900 – €6,300
- Avg. mileage
- 32,500 km
- Common year
- 1986 · 5 motorcycles
What should you pay for a XV 1000?
See typical prices, price changes and important differences.
A typical asking price is between €900 and €6,300
Below €900, the price is low. Above €6,300, the price is high. Check the year, mileage, version and maintenance.
- Typical asking price
- €2,999
- Current prices compared
- 5
This is a guide based on asking prices, not confirmed sale prices.
Based on price data from 6 of the past 12 months.
Used prices are trending up: the typical asking price is €699 higher than in May 2026.
XV 1000 at a glance
Quick reference values. Model year, generation and trim can differ.
Displacement
981 cc
Power
64 hp · 47 kW
Torque
78 Nm
Category
Classic
Specifications
- Displacement
- 981 cc
- Power
- 64 hp · 47 kW
- Torque
- 78 Nm
- Weight
- 235 kg
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 12 l
- Top speed
- 175 km/h
- Production
- 1981 – 1985
- Category
- Classic
Also worth considering
Models in the same category and price range to consider alongside the XV 1000.
Generations and editions
Features and handling differ by generation. Use this overview to find the right version.
Years
1984 - 1985
XV1000 Virago (1984–1985)
EditionThe Virago is the low shaft-drive cruiser with teardrop tank and relaxed seating, using softer engine tuning and chassis geometry than the TR1.
Years
1981 - 1983
XV1000 TR1 (1981–1983)
EditionThe TR1 is the roadster with a trellis-style frame, monoshock and enclosed chain drive, with taller and sportier ergonomics than the Virago.
About the Yamaha XV 1000
The Yamaha XV 1000 name covers two closely related but clearly different air-cooled V-twins. The European 1981–1983 XV1000 TR1 is a sporting roadster with a trellis-style frame, chain drive inside an enclosed chain case and a 981 cc engine. The 1984–1985 XV1000 Virago uses the same basic architecture in a low shaft-drive cruiser with different ergonomics and styling. Type code, final drive and bodywork clearly distinguish them.
Both are now classics where condition and parts support matter most. The TR1 suits enthusiasts of unconventional 1980s roadsters; the Virago is aimed at relaxed cruising. Check cold starting, starter clutch, carburettors and oil leaks around the rocker covers and crankcase. On the TR1 inspect the enclosed chain system and rear suspension, and on the Virago check final-drive play and electrical connections. A model year well outside 1981–1985 usually indicates a registration or classification error requiring extra verification.
- Category
- Classic
- Production
- 1981 – 1985
- Power
- 64 hp
- Weight
- 235 kg
What to check before buying
- Start completely cold and listen for starter-clutch slip, slow cranking or mechanical rattling.
- Check carburettors, intake rubbers and vacuum lines for leaks and poor synchronisation after storage.
- Inspect rocker covers, crankcase joints and cylinder bases for oil leaks and verify valve-clearance servicing.
- Confirm TR1 or Virago by type code and final drive, then inspect the enclosed chain or shaft system for wear and play.
Frequently asked questions about the Yamaha XV 1000
What does a used Yamaha XV 1000 cost?
A used Yamaha XV 1000 costs €2,999 on average. Most cost €900 to €6,300. This is based on 7 motorcycles for sale now.
How many used Yamaha XV 1000 are for sale?
MotorMonitor now compares 7 used Yamaha XV 1000 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.
What year and mileage does an average used Yamaha XV 1000 have?
The average used Yamaha XV 1000 is from 1986 and has done about 32,500 km.










