How big is a Yamaha V-Star 650 classic?
When the time came for us to finally see the V-Star in the flesh, we were impressed. The V-Star press photos we’d received hadn’t prepared us for the large size of the bike. With an overall length of 96.5 inches, the V-Star is longer than all but one of the bikes featured in our August ’97 800 Class Comparison.
Which is longer a Honda 750 or a Yamaha V-Star?
With an overall length of 96.5 inches, the V-Star is longer than all but one of the bikes featured in our August ’97 800 Class Comparison. The V-Star even has a 0.4-inch longer wheelbase (64 in.) than the class winner, the Honda A.C.E. 750.
What’s the vibration on a Yamaha V Star?
Thanks to the V-Star’s counterbalancer, vibration remains almost nonexistent from around town speeds to 75 mph, where the grips start to tingle and the pegs tremble noticeably. At 85 mph and above, the vibration builds with a vengeance, blurring the mirrors. Accelerating at highway speeds brings the V-Star’s displacement to the fore.
What’s the difference between a V-Star 650 and a custom?
Bringing up the rear of the Custom is a bobbed fender over a wheel and tire of the same proportions as the Classic. Color options for the Custom are black or blue and silver. The Custom’s suspension offers the only functional difference with the Classic. Tuned for more “sporty” handling, the Custom received tauter suspension rates.
What’s the price of a Yamaha V Star 1100?
The V-Star 1100 will retail for a suggested $7799, right at the bottom of the 1100-class price range. Yamaha’s attempt to overShadow the competition is well-executed. All of the models in the Star cruiser series feature a striking visual balance and keen exhaust note.
How is a Yamaha V-Star 650 Custom different from a classic?
The Custom’s engine receives a semi-gloss black finish on all bottom-end covers, and the shaft drive cover (the left rear cover) has a different shape than the Classic’s primary-drive-cover emulator. Bringing up the rear of the Custom is a bobbed fender over a wheel and tire of the same proportions as the Classic.
What’s the length of a Yamaha V Star?
But regardless of the price you pay in pulse, the power is there — and there always seems to be a little left in reserve. Yamaha uses a double-cradle frame in the V-Stars and draws out the chassis length for a long, low look. Overall length is a hearty 94.6 inches and the wheelbase measures 64.5 inches.
Which is bigger a Harley 750 or a V-Star 650?
The V-Star even has a 0.4-inch longer wheelbase (64 in.) than the class winner, the Honda A.C.E. 750. Imagine a 650 that’s longer than a Harley Road King. But bigger doesn’t always mean better, so we sidled up for a closer look. The attention to detail on the V-Star is exemplary, especially considering the bike’s sub-$6000 price tag.
What kind of engine does a Yamaha V-Star have?
The V-Star’s engine traces its roots to the air cooled, 70-degree V-twin Virago 535. The 535cc engine’s bore increased 5mm and the stroke increased 4mm for a new bore and stroke of 81 x 63mm, bumping the V-Star’s displacement to 649cc.
Where can I buy a used Yamaha Road Star?
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How big is the seat on a Yamaha V Star 1100?
With an extra-long wheelbase, you can really stretch out — just like the road in front of you. Long, low, stripped down to the bare beautiful essentials and powered by a modern OHC V-twin, the V-Star 1100 Custom goes as good as it looks. With a seat only 27.2 inches from the pavement, the Custom is long and low, perfect for a plush ride.
What are the specs of a 2007 Yamaha V Star?
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Where can I Ride my Yamaha V Star?
I just rode my aging 1100 V Star from New Brunswick to Ohio then down to West Virginia, Virginia and the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway back home. WOW what a fantastic ride! The Star did not miss a single beat and was loaded up to the hilt with gear.
How many miles does a 1100cc Yamaha have?
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When the time came for us to finally see the V-Star in the flesh, we were impressed. The V-Star press photos we’d received hadn’t prepared us for the large size of the bike. With an overall length of 96.5 inches, the V-Star is longer than all but one of the bikes featured in our August ’97 800 Class Comparison.
Are there any problems with the Yamaha 650?
I agree with your review of the 650. I own a 2003 650 Classic and have had very little in the way of breakdowns or problems. I have gone through a few clutch cables, but mostly that’s my fault.
Which is longer a Honda 750 or a V-Star 650?
The V-Star even has a 0.4-inch longer wheelbase (64 in.) than the class winner, the Honda A.C.E. 750. Imagine a 650 that’s longer than a Harley Road King.
What’s the compression ratio on a V-Star 650?
The V-Star retains the 535’s two-valve cylinder-head design and compression ratio of 9.0:1. However, each cylinder’s single overhead cam cuts a new profile, and the Mikuni carburetors’ throats shrank from 34mm to 28mm, for better response off the line at the expense of some power up at higher rpm.
What are the carburetors on a Yamaha 650?
However, each cylinder’s single overhead cam cuts a new profile, and the Mikuni carburetors’ throats shrank from 34mm to 28mm, for better response off the line at the expense of some power up at higher rpm. Exhaust gasses exit via a two-into-two staggered dual system with a cross-over tube.
The V-Star even has a 0.4-inch longer wheelbase (64 in.) than the class winner, the Honda A.C.E. 750. Imagine a 650 that’s longer than a Harley Road King.
How tall is the seat on a Yamaha 650 classic?
The seat also slims down in thickness, which most likely accounts for the way low 25.6-inch claimed seat height (the lowest on any cruiser in production and 2.4 inches lower than the Classic’s 28-inch height).
However, each cylinder’s single overhead cam cuts a new profile, and the Mikuni carburetors’ throats shrank from 34mm to 28mm, for better response off the line at the expense of some power up at higher rpm. Exhaust gasses exit via a two-into-two staggered dual system with a cross-over tube.
With an overall length of 96.5 inches, the V-Star is longer than all but one of the bikes featured in our August ’97 800 Class Comparison. The V-Star even has a 0.4-inch longer wheelbase (64 in.) than the class winner, the Honda A.C.E. 750.