2014 Yamaha V Star Custom. Image credits - Yamaha.
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.
General information
Model
Yamaha V Star Custom
Year model
2014
Type
Custom / cruiser
Price as new US$ 6990. 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
Forged, lightweight 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. (2) 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 clutch
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°
Front suspension
41mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel
140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension
Single shock, adjustable preload, 3.4-in travel
Front tire
100/90-19
Rear tire
170/80-15
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic.
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
233.2 kg (514.0 pounds)
Seat height
696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2339 mm (92.1 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
Liquid Silver
Starter
Electric
Instruments
Tank-mounted speedometer
Factory warranty
12 months (Limited Factory Warranty)
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