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XV 1000

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AIYamaha XV 1000 TR1 and Virago classic V-twin family

Yamaha

XV 1000

Classic · 981 cc

For sale now7 motorcycles
Engine
981 cc
Power
64 hp
Weight
235 kg
Price range
€900 – €6,300
Avg. mileage
32,500 km
Common year
1986 · 5 motorcycles
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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
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This is a guide based on asking prices, not confirmed sale prices.

Price trend+30%

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.

Model family

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

2 variants
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

Search results

7 results for Yamaha XV 1000
7results for Yamaha XV 1000
Private seller
1984 Yamaha tr1 Cafe Racer/Bobber - €2,800 · Bidding (1/1)

Yamaha tr1 Cafe Racer/Bobber

€2,800 · Bidding
1984Mileage unknown

Harderwijk, GE - maurice

Marktplaats.nl
1983 Yamaha TR 1 - €2,999 (1/1)

Yamaha TR 1

€2,999
198325,000 km

Deventer, OV

AutoScout24.nl
1984 Yamaha TR 1 - €850 (1/1)

Yamaha TR 1

€850
198434,000 km

Borne, OV

AutoScout24.nl
2017 Yamaha XV 1000 - €6,000 (1/1)

Yamaha XV 1000

€6,000
201731,000 km

Baarn

AutoScout24.nl
1986 Yamaha XV 1000 TR1 - €6,500 (1/1)

Yamaha XV 1000 TR1

€6,500
1986Mileage unknown

Putten, GE - Knoppert Motoren

Dealer website
Comparable models

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.

2 variants

Years

1984 - 1985

XV1000 Virago (1984–1985)

Edition

The Virago is the low shaft-drive cruiser with teardrop tank and relaxed seating, using softer engine tuning and chassis geometry than the TR1.

981 cc64 hp2 cyl.A2 suitable

Years

1981 - 1983

XV1000 TR1 (1981–1983)

Edition

The TR1 is the roadster with a trellis-style frame, monoshock and enclosed chain drive, with taller and sportier ergonomics than the Virago.

981 cc69 hp2 cyl.
About this model

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
  • Yamaha XV 1000
Before you buy

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

Frequently asked questions about the Yamaha XV 1000

  1. 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.

  2. How many used Yamaha XV 1000 are for sale?

    MotorMonitor now compares 7 used Yamaha XV 1000 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.

  3. 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.

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