Engine
The engine for the VX800 was derived from the Intruder 750, with a 3 mm larger bore to increase displacement, and larger 36 mm carburetors replacing the 34 mm units. The addition of a back torque limiting clutch, similar in operation as the VS1400 Intruder.
Model VS51A, 45-degree crank pin offset, model VS51B, 75-degree crank pin offset
- Type: Four-stroke, water-cooled, OHC TSCC, 45-degree V-twin
- Piston displacement: 805 cc
- Bore & Stroke: 83.0 mm × 74.4 mm (3.27 in × 2.93 in)
- Compression ratio: 10.0:1
- Carburetor, front: Mikuni BDS36SS, single
- Carburetor, rear: Mikuni BS36SS, single
- Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh
- Final drive: Shaft, 3.090:1
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