2012 Yamaha XVS950A Midnight Star. Image credits - Yamaha.
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General information
Model
Yamaha XVS950A Midnight Star
Year
2012
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
3.5 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
942.0 ccm (57.48 cubic inches)
Engine type
V2, four-stroke
Power
52.8 HP (38.6 kW )) @ 6000 RPM
Torque
76.8 Nm (7.8 kgf-m or 56.6 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression
9.0:1
Bore x stroke
85.0 x 83.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition
TCI
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Clutch
Wet, Multiple Disc
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel Double Cradle
Rake (fork angle)
32.0°
Trail
145 mm (5.7 inches)
Front suspension
Telescopic forks, 41 mm
Front wheel travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Rear suspension
Swingarm
Rear wheel travel
110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tire
130/70-M18
Rear tire
170/70-B16
Front brakes
Double disc. Hydralic
Diameter
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc
Diameter
298 mm (11.7 inches)
Wheels
8-spoke aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
278.0 kg (612.9 pounds)
Seat height
675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Overall length
2435 mm (95.9 inches)
Overall width
1000 mm (39.4 inches)
Ground clearance
145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase
1685 mm (66.3 inches)
Fuel capacity
17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Oil capacity
4.00 litres (4.23 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options
Midnight Black, Lava Red
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