MYRModel Year Report

2005 Yamaha XVS650

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2005 Yamaha XVS650
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:59:08.258Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha XVS650 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 8 complaints 2000 2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2010
2005: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19982
19994
20008
20018
200213
20054
20091
20101

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

4 of 4 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

FINAL DRIVE FLAW CAUSED FINAL DRIVE OIL SPRAYED ONTO REAR TIRE AND UNDER FENDER WHICH CAUSED A SAFETY HAZARD. I AM NOT SURE OF THE EXACT MOMENT IT HAPPENED, HOWEVER IT WAS DISCOVERED AFTER RIDING ABOUT 30 MILES, AND THEN PARKING THE BIKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181015

THE BEARING IN THE FINAL DRIVE SHAFT HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THE MECHANIC TOOK APART THE HOUSING AND REMOVED THE RETAINING NUT TO GET TO THE BEARING. THE BEARING WAS COMPLETELY TORN APART AND MOST OF THE BEARINGS WERE MISSING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140812

I WAS AT THE BEGINNING OF MY TRIP TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 20MPH WHEN MY FINAL GEAR DRIVE STARTED MAKING NOISE. IT WAS CLINKING AND THE BIKE BEGAN TO LURCH AND SLIP' LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130324

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Yamaha XVS650 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Yamaha XVS650 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha XVS650?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Yamaha XVS650 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.