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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Yamaha V Star Classic |
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Year model
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2008 |
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Type
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Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 6199. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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1063.0 ccm (64.86 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
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Effect
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62.0 HP (45.3 kW)) @ 6760 RPM |
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Torque
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85.0 Nm (8.7 kgf-m or 62.7 ft.lbs) @ 2500 RPM |
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Compression
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9.0:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor |
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Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
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Ignition
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TCI |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Front suspension
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Telescopic fork, 41mm |
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Front wheel travel
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140 mm (5.5 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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Single shock |
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Rear wheel travel
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99 mm (3.9 inches) |
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Front tire
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130/90-16 |
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Rear tire
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170/80-15 |
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Front brakes
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Single disc. 2-piston calipers |
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Diameter
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298 mm (11.7 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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272.0 kg (599.7 pounds) |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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288.0 kg (634.9 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.2279 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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709 mm (27.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1105 mm (43.5 inches) |
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Overall length
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2451 mm (96.5 inches) |
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Overall width
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930 mm (36.6 inches) |
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Ground clearance
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145 mm (5.7 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1626 mm (64.0 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Galaxy Blue, Raven w/flames |
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Starter
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Electric |
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Further information |
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