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Yamaha V Star Classic 20122012 Yamaha V Star Classic specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Yamaha's profilation of this bike |
| Beautifully chromed and polished 40-cubic-inch (649cc) air-cooled, SOHC 70-degree V-twin cranks out torquey low and mid-range power with minimal engine rpm—maximum torque is reached at only 3000 rpm—for powerful, smooth cruising performance. |
| General information | |
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| Model | Yamaha V Star Classic |
| Year of manufacture | 2012 |
| Type | Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 6590. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.0 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 655.5 ccm (40.00 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | V2, four-stroke |
| Engine details | 70° V twin. Forged aluminum pistons. |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 28mm Mikuni® CV carburetors |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet |
| Fuel consumption | 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 49.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 111.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel; hidden shock |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Single shock |
| Rear wheel travel | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Front tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear tire | 170/80-15 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Hydraulic |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Wheels | Spoke |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 246.8 kg (544.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 709 mm (27.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1105 mm (43.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2451 mm (96.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 930 mm (36.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1626 mm (64.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.90 litres (4.20 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Deep Blue, Candy Red |
| Starter | Electric |
| Factory warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
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| Further information | |
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