The Yamaha XV920 Virago headlight bulb uses a 9003 size for both high and low beam functions. The replacement chart covers 1982 to 1983 production years with corresponding bulb specifications.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
The 9003 is the sole bulb type across all listed positions and years for the Yamaha XV920 Virago, covering both high beam and low beam headlight functions for 1982-1983.
The 9003 is a dual-filament halogen bulb, meaning a single bulb contains two separate filaments: one rated at 60W for high beam output and one at 55W for low beam output.
Operating voltage for the 9003 is 12V, which is consistent with standard 12-volt motorcycle electrical systems.
The 9003 uses a P43t base, a bayonet-style fitting with a 43mm flange that locates and locks the bulb into the headlight housing.
The 9003 designation follows the ANSI standard applicable in the United States and Canada, distinguishing it from the functionally similar H4 bulb used under European ECE standards, which shares the same dual-filament halogen design but carries a different designation.
Because the 9003 serves both the high beam and low beam positions on the XV920 Virago, the headlight assembly relies on a single bulb socket rather than separate housings for each beam function.