Yamaha XV535


The Yamaha Virago 535 is a motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation. It is one of several in the Virago line and is positioned as mid-size metric cruiser with an engine displacement of.
It is unique in being one of the few smaller cruiser-style motorcycles available with a shaft drive instead of a chain or belt final drive system, as well as a V-twin engine of that size. Its heavily chromed body styling is also distinctive.
This model was discontinued in 2004 in the US and 2003 in the UK as the "star" range of motorcycles form took over as the cruiser line from Yamaha. The V-Star 650 could be seen as the successor to the XV535.

1987–1988 US models

First and only year with the fuel tank under the seat, as the only fuel storage. The "fuel tank" on top, in front of the driver, was a dummy containing electric equipment only. This limited its range considerably.

containing 1988 UK model

1988–1994 US models

1989–1994 UK models