Is a Yamaha V-Star 1100 a good motorcycle?

Is a Yamaha V-Star 1100 a good motorcycle?

It may not deliver the grunt of Yamaha’s 1600cc pushrod V-twin Road Star or approach the Royal Star in visual refinements, but the V-Star 1100 is an extremely well-balanced, middle-of-the-road motorcycle. In our opinion, it’s the best package being offered in the 1100 class this year.

Are Yamaha Vstars reliable?

They are very good dependable bikes other than that. They were made for quite a long time and there are plenty of aftermarket parts out there. You will also need to look into another seat if you want to take some multi hour rides.

How fast is a Yamaha 1100?

This air-cooled, 75-degree, V-twin engine produces 62 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 63 foot-pounds of torque at only 2,500 rpm. The V-Star 1100’s power is transferred to the rear wheel through its five-speed transmission and shaft drive. The overall package delivers a top speed of approximately 100 mph.

How much horsepower does a Yamaha 1100 have?

Yamaha XVS 1100 V-Star Classic

Make Model Yamaha XVS 1100 V-Star Classic
Ignition TCI
Starting Electric
Max Power 62 hp / 45.2 kW @ 5750 rpm
Max Torque 85 Nm / 62.7 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm

How many miles can you get out of a Yamaha V-Star 1100?

Plenty of them out there with close to 200,000 miles that are still going strong. You may have to replace a part or two here and there, but with reasonable care the costs should be comparatively minimal.

How many miles can you get out of a Yamaha V-Star?

Don’t know too much about them, but that’s a pretty simple, understressed motor. I would expect it to go well beyond 50,000 miles with good maintenance.

How heavy is a vstar 1100?

650 lb
Yamaha DragStar 1100

Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Company
Seat height 690 mm (27 in)
Weight 650 lb (290 kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity 17.5 L (3.8 imp gal; 4.6 US gal)
Related Yamaha DragStar 650 XVS550/XVS650A Yamaha Road Star/Wild Star XV1600A

Is a 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1100 fuel injected?

V-Star 1100 will NEVER be fuel injected.

Are Yamaha V-Star good bikes?

However, the Yamaha V-Star 250 doesn’t lack any power to make it a manoeuvrable yet powerful and classic bike, and the throttle has a lot to offer, too. If you are looking for the best cruiser bike to buy, I can honestly say, that the Yamaha V-Star 250 is the best cruiser bike you can imagine.

How fast will a Honda Shadow 1100 go?

Honda Shadow Sabre

2001 Honda VT Shadow Sabre 1100
Manufacturer Honda
Class Cruiser
Engine 1,099 cc (67.1 cu in), SOHC, 45° V-twin, three valves per cylinder Bore × Stroke: 87.5 mm × 91.4 mm (3.4 in × 3.6 in) Compression ratio: 8.0:1
Top speed 107 mph (172 km/h)

Is there a problem with the Yamaha 1100 starter?

Bottom line Yamaha has a problem with their 1100 starter and starter clutches. Based on my search of the web it appears that Yamaha knows about the problem and will not step up to the plate and fix it. Last Yamaha for me. I have the same bike 2003 V-Star 1100 Custom, and it is doing exactly what caiken above was describing.

Are there any recalls on the Yamaha Star 1100?

We hope our site will help with selecting of a reliable and safe car. By using this tool, you will be able to get records with description of safety issues for vehicles, equipment, tires and child restraints. These issues include safety recalls for your Yamaha V STAR 1100 and complaints other owners have filed.

What are the symptoms of a faulty Yamaha Virago starter?

Symptoms of a faulty electrical starter on the Yamaha Virago motorcycle include: Typically, the engine should come to life immediately on pressing the starter. However, if the starter turns slowly and the bike cannot start promptly, something is wrong with the starter. II. Starter Makes a Clicking Noise:

Is the starter clutch on my VStar 1100 bad?

I recently replaced the starter clutch in my 2003 Vstar 1100. From the time I bought it new (2003) there was be an audible clunk when I turned it off. Other threads in the forum indicate that you should never open the throttle when starting; otherwise it will cause kickback which will damage your starter clutch.

Bottom line Yamaha has a problem with their 1100 starter and starter clutches. Based on my search of the web it appears that Yamaha knows about the problem and will not step up to the plate and fix it. Last Yamaha for me. I have the same bike 2003 V-Star 1100 Custom, and it is doing exactly what caiken above was describing.

Why is my V Star 1100 not starting?

Other threads in the forum indicate that you should never open the throttle when starting; otherwise it will cause kickback which will damage your starter clutch. Also low octane few is said to be a contributing factor. Hope this helps. I have the same bike 2003 V-Star 1100 Custom, and it is doing exactly what caiken above was describing.

Is the VStar 1100 Silverado a good bike?

I have an 08′ vstar 1100 silverado with 45000 miles,no major problems yet,but a knock on this bike is the starter clutch.This is a $ 1500 repair when they go. The 1100 seems good given all the comments I’ve heard. I’ve a 1300 and love it.

What’s the problem with the throttle on a Yamaha?

Click to expand… Is it a real choke, a plate over the intake that closes, or an enrichment valve? It’s probably the latter, which will give you a richer mixture from idle to a slight distance into the throttle, but stop contributing much after about 1/4 throttle is reached.

Is a Yamaha V Star 1100 a good motorcycle?

Is a Yamaha V Star 1100 a good motorcycle?

I looked at many different cruisers and I am very happy with my decision to purchase the VStar 1100. This bike is a pleasure to ride, looks great, and has all the power and acceleration I need. My wife, who was not a motorcycle person loves to go for rides with me, which is great.

How much horsepower does a 2005 Yamaha V Star 1100 have?

61.18 HP
Air cooled, 1063cc, 75° V-twin, SOHC

Power: 61.18 HP (45 kW) @ 5750 rpm
Torque: 85 Nm (62.69 lb-ft) @ 2500 rpm
Final drive: Shaft
Curb weight: 634.9 lbs
Category: Touring

What is a 2005 Yamaha V Star worth?

Values

Suggested List Price Average Retail
Base Price $5,899 $2,265
Options (Add)
Total Price $5,899 $2,265

Is the Yamaha V-Star a good bike?

It has great power, very comfortable, and looks great. This bike is considered a mid-level cruiser but has all the power and comfort of a big cruiser. I would recommend this bike to anyone. For the money, my opinion is it is the best bike around.

How fast can a 1100 V-Star go?

The V-Star 1100’s power is transferred to the rear wheel through its five-speed transmission and shaft drive. The overall package delivers a top speed of approximately 100 mph.

How much does a 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 weight?

504.9 lbs
Air cooled, 649cc, 75° V-twin, SOHC

Power: 39.16 HP (28.8 kW) @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 50.1 Nm (36.95 lb-ft) @ 3000 rpm
Final drive: Shaft
Dry weight: 504.9 lbs
Category: Touring

What kind of engine does a Yamaha 1100 use?

The 1100 used a reworked version of the venerable Virago 75-degree, air-cooled v-twin engine which had been in use since the early 1980s. The Star version offered better torque for the new midsize cruiser bike.

What kind of motorcycle is the V Star 1100?

The Yamaha XVS 1100 DragStar, sold as the V-Star 1100 in North America, is a motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation.

What kind of parts are in a Yamaha VStar 1100?

2009 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Parts XVS11AWYCG V STAR 1100 CLASSIC California Gray XVS11AWYCR V STAR 1100 CLASSIC California Red XVS11AWYG V STAR 1100 CLASSIC Gray XVS11AWYR V STAR 1100 CLASSIC Red XVS11YCR V STAR 1100 CUSTOM California

When did the Yamaha XVS 1100 come out?

(December 2011) The Yamaha XVS 1100 DragStar, sold as the V-Star 1100 in North America, is a motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation.