2012 Yamaha V Star 950 Tourer. Image credits - Yamaha.
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The V Star 950 Tourer rolls out with a windshield, leather-wrapped hard sidebags, and a passenger backrest all standard, ready for the open road or the commute to school or work.
General information
Model
Yamaha V Star 950 Tourer
Model year
2012
Category
Touring
Price as new US$ 9490. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating
3.6 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
942.3 ccm (57.50 cubic inches)
Engine type
V2, four-stroke
Engine details
60° V twin. Forged aluminum pistons.
Compression
9.0:1
Bore x stroke
85.0 x 83.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition
Transistor Controlled Ignition
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Fuel consumption
5.00 litres/100 km (20.0 km/l or 47.04 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
116.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel double-cradle
Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension
Telescopic fork, 5.3-in travel
Rear suspension
Single shock, 4.3-in travel
Front tire
130/70-M18
Rear tire
170/70-M16
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic
Diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic
Diameter
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Wheels
8-spoke cast
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
298.0 kg (657.0 pounds)
Seat height
676 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Overall length
2436 mm (95.9 inches)
Overall width
1001 mm (39.4 inches)
Wheelbase
1684 mm (66.3 inches)
Fuel capacity
16.65 litres (4.40 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Raven, Impact Blue
Starter
Electric
Factory warranty
1 Year
Comments
Windshield
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