1987 Yamaha XV535 For Sale

Original pristine import from the USA.
This is the rare first year of production with the one piece hinged seat and dummy tank. Of which there are only 3 on UK roads, 4 on a SORN -and this one.
It has matching frame and engine numbers.

The mileage cannot be verified, although I believe it is reflected in the condition. It even still has the original exhausts, and rust free silencer box. Contemporary machines would by now have a louder aftermarket system. The expected overall corrosion on a comparable UK machine would now require cosmetic restoration. It is a 33 year old bike from a much kinder climate, and as such has the benefit of originality.

Purchased last November from an importer as an easy restoration. Advisedly it required a front brake master cylinder, a battery, mirror, front tyre, carburettor clean, and the seat repaired. (The front tyre has perished with age, rather than worn out. I take this as another indication that the mileage may be genuine).
As displayed in the photograph, it will now come with a new: brake cylinder repair kit, a Motobatt battery, a pair of mirrors, a fuel filter with hoses and a Haynes manual. I have also obtained a handbook specifically for a USA 1987 XV535U.
Lifting the seat has revealed an original Yamaha tool roll, and a Colorado road tax certificate.
I have not attempted to start the bike, although the importers did.

What has become apparent is the fuel filler cap key will only turn half way. There is no corrosion, and an investigation by a locksmith suggests a screw has dropped preventing the lever from fully turning. The safety aspects of correcting this exceeds my abilities, and hence the decision to sell.

It is not UK registered but has all the paperwork is included, with an example form, and has the NOVA certificate from the HMRC.

Due to this early model’s rarity, and particularly this one’s outstanding condition, this represents a bargain at half the price of other XV535’s.
Thanks for looking, happy to help with any genuine enquiries.
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