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    1988 Yamaha Virago XV400

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    A post classic Yamaha XV400 which I bought as an introduction back into motorcycling after a long layoff. The bike servicing is up to date, with oil recently changed in forks, engine, gearbox and rear drive. Valves reset, carburettors set up, front tyre 2,000ks ,rear 3000ks, rear brakes deglazed, Givi windscreen, and altogether a good sound bike. Current WOF and Rego. Comes with cover, Haynes manual, touch up paint.

    The distance covered seems to be genuine, which is bourne out by the good condition of the front disc and the rear brake linings. The last owner was 86 and sold it because it was not being used .... I am only 72 so have a few years yet hence the new bike I have replaced it with.

    It is a perfect commuter bike and runs very well.
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    Tasty looking bike Shouldn't be too hard to sell!

    How small is that fuel tank though!

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    The fuel tank is under the seat and the top tank shape only covers the aircleaner, wiring etc. Yes, it is small at 8.6 litres however at 20k per litre one does get a reasonable mileage out of a tank.

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    Contact details?

    Kind regards Matt.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobbyhorse View Post
    The fuel tank is under the seat and the top tank shape only covers the aircleaner, wiring etc. Yes, it is small at 8.6 litres however at 20k per litre one does get a reasonable mileage out of a tank.
    No shit? That's extremely cool

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    Matt you can phone me on 021 121 5112 The bike is in Western Springs.

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    Sorry guys shes been snapped up!
    The wife enjoyed her ride home there Hobbyhorse.
    Many thanks for a great bike, I'm sure shes going to be going long after we've departed this mortal coil.
    Every day above ground is a good day!:

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    Quote Originally Posted by caseye View Post
    Sorry guys shes been snapped up!
    The wife enjoyed her ride home there Hobbyhorse.
    Many thanks for a great bike, I'm sure shes going to be going long after we've departed this mortal coil.
    Next week, when she discovers its not really her. give me a call,
    To be old and wise, first you must be young and stupid.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Subike View Post
    Next week, when she discovers its not really her. give me a call,

    Hey Sub, not likely mate my garage now has two of Yamaha's masterpieces in it, they both go, they are both XV's, OK, ones really a TR1 but hey who's taking notes.
    Wonderful little bike.
    Got a nonda NV 400 Custom that has worn it's head/s out sitting in the same garage, going(well priced) to a good home, where the new owner might be handy with head gasket work, otherwise a beaut machine, shod well, got good pipes, excellent upholstery, custom made pack rack and paint job.
    Every day above ground is a good day!:

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    Quote Originally Posted by caseye View Post
    Sorry guys shes been snapped up!
    The wife enjoyed her ride home there Hobbyhorse.
    Great score and glad Mrs Caseye is finally on the road again!
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    Quote Originally Posted by caseye View Post
    Hey Sub, not likely mate my garage now has two of Yamaha's masterpieces in it, they both go, they are both XV's, OK, ones really a TR1 but hey who's taking notes.
    Wonderful little bike.
    Got a nonda NV 400 Custom that has worn it's head/s out sitting in the same garage, going(well priced) to a good home, where the new owner might be handy with head gasket work, otherwise a beaut machine, shod well, got good pipes, excellent upholstery, custom made pack rack and paint job.
    I hope you not suggesting I might be interested in the Honda!! OMG, Im a yamaha man....
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    I'd neva in a gazillion years intimate such a henious thing!
    Nope just by way of information projection in the hope that some poor deluded Nonda person might claim it as their own.
    Every day above ground is a good day!:

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    1988 yamaha xv400

    I have a xv400. Engine has some major internal damage. (yet to be diagnosed) quick question. A xv750 of the same era would the motors be interchangeable with no major changes.

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