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Buying parts
Once you have found all the identification numbers, record them
for reference when buying parts. Since the manufacturers change
specifications, parts and vendors (companies that manufacture various
components on the machine), providing the ID numbers is the only way
to be reasonably sure that you are buying the correct parts.
Whenever possible, take the worn part to the dealer so direct
comparison with the new component can be made. Along the trail from
the manufacturer to the parts shelf, there are numerous places that the
part can end up with the wrong number or be listed incorrectly.
The two places to purchase new parts for your motorcycle - the
accessory store and the franchised dealer - differ in the type of parts
they carry. While dealers can obtain virtually every part for your
motorcycle, the accessory dealer is usually limited to normal high wear
items such as shock absorbers, tune-up parts, various engine gaskets,
cables, chains, brake parts, etc. Rarely will an accessory outlet have
major suspension components, cylinders, transmission gears, or
cases.
Used parts can be obtained for roughly half the price of new ones,
but you can't always be sure of what you're getting. Once again, take
your worn part to the wrecking yard (breaker) for direct comparison.
Whether buying new, used or rebuilt parts, the best course is to
deal directly with someone who specializes in parts for your particular
make.
General specifications
XV535 models
1987 and 1988 US models
Wheelbase 1511 mm (59.5 inches)
Overall length 2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Overall width 815 mm (32.1 inches)
Overall height 1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Seat height 700 mm (27.6 inches)
Ground clearance (minimum) 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Weight (with oil and full fuel tank)
US except California 185 kg (408 lbs)
California 186 kg (410 lbs)
1989-on US models
Wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall length 2225 mm (87.6 inches)
Overall width 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Overall height 1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Seat height 720 mm (28.3 inches)
Ground clearance (minimum) 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Weight (with oil and full fuel tank)
US except California 195 kg (430 lbs)
California 196 kg (432 lbs)
1988 UK models
Wheelbase . 1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall length 2225 mm (87.6 inches)
Overall width 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Overall height 1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Seat height 700 mm (27.6 inches)
Ground clearance (minimum) 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Weight (with oil and full fuel tank) 188 kg (415 lbs)
