Specifications Yamaha XS 1100 1978
- Chassis
- Two-seater saddle
- Fuel capacity : 24 liters (6.34 US gallons)
- Oil capacity : 3.70 liters (0.98 US gallons)
- Seat height : 815 mm (32.09 in)
- Length : 2,260 mm (88.98 in)
- Width : 775 mm (30.51 in)
- Min height : 1,145 mm (45.08 in)
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Min. ground clearance : 150 mm (5.91 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,545 mm (60.83 in)
- Dry weight : 256 kg (564 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 283 kg (624 lb)
- Front axle
- Angle de chasse : 29.5 °
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), single-piston caliper
- Front tire (Inner tube) : 100 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- Preload adjustment
- Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), single-piston caliper
- Rear tire (Inner tube) : 130 / 90 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- 4 cylinders , 4 strokes
- Cooling system : by air
- 2 valves per cylinder
- 1,101 cc
- 95 ch (93.70 hp) to 8,500 rpm
- 9.20 mkg (90.20 Nm) to 6,000 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 2.73 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 27.83 kg/mkg
- Starting system : electric and kick
- Practical information
- Country of manufacture : Japan
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Key facts Yamaha XS 1100 (1978) : What you need to know before you buy
Prices
| Basic version | |
|---|---|
|
3,360€
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Model sold in 1978
Performance
- Max speed : 215 km/h (133.60 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 5.80 liters/100km (0.41 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 414 km (257 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Models
1978
Compare the XS 1100 to its competitors
Fuel consumption
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 5.80 liters/100km (0.41 mpg)
Honda CBX 1000 1978
Undisclosed
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: 7.20 liters/100km (0.33 mpg)
Range
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 414 km (257 miles)
Honda CBX 1000 1978
Undisclosed
Suzuki GS1000 1978
Undisclosed
Torque
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 9.2 mkg
Honda CBX 1000 1978
: 8.6 mkg
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: 8.5 mkg
Power
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 95 ch (93.70 hp)
Honda CBX 1000 1978
: 105 ch (103.60 hp)
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: 87 ch (85.80 hp)
Power-to-Weight ratio
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 2.73 kg/ch
Honda CBX 1000 1978
: 2.38 kg/ch
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: 2.73 kg/ch
Torque-to-Weight ratio
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 27.83 kg/mkg
Honda CBX 1000 1978
: 28.72 kg/mkg
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: 27.53 kg/mkg
Speed
Yamaha XS 1100 1978
: 215 km/h (133.60 mph)
Honda CBX 1000 1978
: approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Suzuki GS1000 1978
: approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Used
FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the XS 1100 1978
- What is the power of the XS 1100 1978?
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The XS 1100 1978 develops a power of 95 ch (93.70 hp)
- What is the torque of the XS 1100 1978?
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The maximum torque of the XS 1100 1978 is 9.20 mkg (90.20 Nm) to 6,000 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the XS 1100 1978?
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The XS 1100 1978 is capable of reaching a top speed of 215 km/h (133.60 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the XS 1100 1978?
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The XS 1100 1978 has a a dry weight of 256 kg (564 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 283 kg (624 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the XS 1100 1978?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 5.80 l/100km (0.41 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the XS 1100 1978?
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To ensure good accessibility, the XS 1100 1978 offers a minimum seat height of 815 mm (32.09 in).
- What is the price of the XS 1100 1978?
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The price of the XS 1100 1978 is 3,360€ in France
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