2011 Yamaha V Star Custom

Yamaha V Star Custom 2011


2011 Yamaha V Star Custom specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Yamaha's profilation of this bike
Classic rigid-look rear end serves up 3.4 inches of rear wheel travel damped by a hidden preload-adjustable shock, offering up a great ride. 27.4-inch seat height lets riders get both feet on the pavement.

General information
Model name Yamaha V Star Custom
Year model 2011
Type Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 6890. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 655.5 ccm (40.00 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Engine details 70-degree V-twin. Ceramic-composite, cylinder-bore plating.
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x stroke 81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Dual, heated Mikuni® 28mm carburetors with a throttle position sensor
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 Wet, multiplate
Fuel consumption 4.81 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 48.90 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 111.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details 3-way catalyst technology
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel
Rake (fork angle) 32.0°
Front suspension 41mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension Single shock
Rear wheel travel 86 mm (3.4 inches)
Front tire 100/90-19
Rear tire 170/80-15
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheels Spoke
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 232.7 kg (513.0 pounds)
Seat height 696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1067 mm (42.0 inches)
Overall length 2337 mm (92.0 inches)
Overall width 879 mm (34.6 inches)
Ground clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Fuel capacity 15.90 litres (4.20 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Raven
Starter Electric
Electrical Maintenance-free 12V 10AH battery
Light Chrome 60/55-watt halogen headlight
Factory warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
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