The Yamaha XVZ1300 Venture uses a 9003 bulb size for both high beam and low beam headlight applications. The replacement chart covers vehicle production years spanning 1986 to 1993.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
The 9003 bulb is the sole bulb type specified across all headlight positions on the Yamaha XVZ1300 Venture, covering both high beam and low beam functions for the 1986-1993 model years.
The 9003 is a dual-filament halogen bulb, meaning a single bulb unit contains two separate filaments: one rated at 60 watts for high beam output and one rated at 55 watts for low beam output.
Because both the high beam and low beam positions share the same 9003 specification, the XVZ1300 Venture uses a single bulb per headlight assembly to serve both lighting functions rather than separate dedicated bulbs for each beam.
The 9003 operates on a 12-volt electrical system, which is standard for motorcycle applications of this type.
The 9003 uses a P43t base, which is a bayonet-style mount with a 43mm flange. This base type determines physical fitment into the headlight housing and is not interchangeable with other base configurations.
The 9003 is defined under ANSI standards and is recognized in both the United States and Canada under that designation. It is functionally equivalent to the European H4 bulb, though the designations originate from different standardization bodies and packaging may differ.