Yamaha XZ 550 Vision - [1982] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha XZ 550 Vision - [1982]

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Yamaha XZ 550 Vision - [1982]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XZ 550 Vision
  • Year: 1982 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 552 cc (33.6 ci) 8 Valve
  • Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Shaft
  • Wet Weight: 201 kgs (443 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 188 kgs (414 lbs)
  • Power: 64 bhp (47 kW) @ 9500 rpm
  • Torque: 34.7 lb-ft (47.0 Nm) @ 8500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 318.4 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 172.6 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 11.6 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 11.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 110 mph (177.0 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.76 secs @ 96 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha XZ 550 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha XZ 550 Vision is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1982. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1982 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk and the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 L Maxim.This particular Yamaha XZ 550 has a 552cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020] image

An alternative V4 engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020]

The 1982 XZ 550 shares its V4 engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged and the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the XZ 550's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1995 Suzuki RF 600 R | 1995cc.1993 Suzuki RF 600 R | 1993cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 201 kgs (443 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XZ 550 Vision in the same weight category as the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS or the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745, give or take 50kg.

Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025] image

The 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 552cc 8 valve V4 2 cylinder engine produces 64 bhp (47 kW) @ 9500 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 34.7 lb-ft (47.0 Nm) @ 8500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [47.2 lb-ft (63.9 Nm) @ 8100 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha XZ 550 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk�S - [1984] image

The 1984 Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 Vision.

The 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 Vision has a Power to weight ratio of 318.4 bhp per ton and 172.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1982 XZ 550 competing with the 1984 Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S [343.3 bhp\ton] and the 1984 Suzuki GSX-R 400 DOHC [343.0 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha XZ 550 generating around 172.6 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1985 Yamaha SRX 600 SOHC [197.6 lb-ft per ton] and the 1986 Yamaha SRX 600 SOHC [197.6 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 11.6 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 11.9 secs, this makes the Yamaha XZ 550 Vision similar in acceleration to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F (11.6 secs) and the 2021 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT (11.6 secs). This Yamaha XZ 550 Vision also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Kawasaki Gpz 500 S - [2007] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 Vision and the 2007 Kawasaki Gpz 500 S

When talking about the performance of the 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 Vision on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 13 secs @ 96 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2007 Kawasaki Gpz 500 S (13 secs) and the 1981 Kawasaki Z 550 GP (13 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1982 version of the Yamaha XZ 550 Vision has a maximum speed of 110mph.

Suzuki GSX-R 400 R - [1991] image

Top Speed of the 1982 XZ 550 equals the 1991 Suzuki GSX-R 400 R

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1982 Yamaha XZ 550 Vision then how about a 1991 Suzuki GSX-R 400 R (121 mph) and the 1990 Suzuki GSX-R 400 R SP II (121 mph).

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