Yamaha Xv750 Virago vs Suzuki Marauder 800
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Xv750 Virago vs Suzuki Marauder 800. Yamaha Xv750 Virago: 57 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Marauder 800: 45 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xv750 Virago
Suzuki Marauder 800
Horsepower (hp)
57 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
228 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
57 hp @ 7,500 rpm
45 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
60 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
170 km/h (estimated)
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.0 L/100km or approximately 20 km/L
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xv750 Virago
7.5/10
"A dependable, unfussy cruiser that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero chain hassle
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Forgiving, predictable handling
Cons
−Carbs gum up badly
−Aging electrics cause headaches
−Front fork seals weep often
Suzuki Marauder 800
7.5/10
"Reliable, undervalued cruiser that rewards patient used buyers."
Pros
+Near-indestructible V-twin engine
+Cheap used market prices
+Surprisingly nimble handling
Cons
−Carbs need regular attention
−Chrome pits with neglect
−Lacks character above 60mph
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