2012 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star. Image credits - Yamaha.
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General information
Motorcycle name
Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star
Year model
2012
Type
Custom / cruiser
Rating
3.3 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size
1304.0 ccm (79.57 cubic inches)
Type of engine
V2, four-stroke
Effect
71.7 HP (52.4 kW )) @ 5500 RPM
Torque
106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression
9.5:1
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition
TCI
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Clutch
Multiple-disc coil spring, Wet
Driveline
Constant Mesh, 5-speed
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double cradle
Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
145 mm (5.7 inches)
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Front wheel travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Rear suspension
Swingarm
Rear wheel travel
110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tire
130/90-16
Rear tire
170/70-B16
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic
Diameter
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Diameter
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
303.0 kg (668.0 pounds)
Seat height
715 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Overall width
980 mm (38.6 inches)
Ground clearance
145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase
1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Oil capacity
3.70 litres (3.91 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options
Black
Starter
Electric
Instruments
Analogue speedometer and warning lights.
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