Anybody that has ever ridden a motorcycle will tell you that there are a select few bikes on the market that offer the perfect blend of looks, performance, and handling quite like the Yamaha V Star 950->ke2965, all for the reasonable price of $8,490. That's not an indictment on the competition; it's just a matter of truth that's no more evident than the fact that the bike has scooped up awards left and right, including the 2009 "Metric of the Year" award by V-Twin Magazine.
The Yamaha->ke301 V Star 950 gives plenty of evidence that it's got more more than enough to back up its stature. The bike's "New Style Classic" body design concept is based on a single streamline running along the entire body surface. It has a new low, lean, and lighter image than conventional old style cruisers with a long, low design that provides plenty of space and passenger comfort.
As an entry-level cruiser, the bike rolls out a sleek and svelte look that belies the true power inside the powertrain, courtesy of a 942cc, air-cooled, SOHC, 4-valves per cylinder, 60° V-twin engine that produces outstanding low- and mid-range torque. This engine is mated to a 5-speed transmission that features optimized gear ratios for excellent city and highway drivability, providing the kind of for exceptional performance that only a true cruiser can provide.
In addition to its upstanding power, the V Star 950 comes with a carefully designed chassis that features a double-cradle steel main frame, a monocross style, single-shock, bottom link rear suspension for agile handling, and large 320mm front and 298mm rear discs that provide strong braking power.
Find out more about the Yamaha V Star 950's specs after the jump
2012 Yamaha V Star 950
- Make: Array
- Model: 2012 Yamaha V Star 950
- Engine/Motor: air-cooled, SOHC, 4-valves per cylinder, 60° V-twin
- Transmission: 5-speed transmission
- [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array
Specifications
Model |
XVS95BCS;XVS95BCR |
Engine Type |
57.5-cubic-inch (942cc) air-cooled 4-stroke, |
V-twin, SOHC, 4-valve |
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Bore x Stroke |
85.0 x 83.0mm |
Compression Ratio |
9.0:1 |
Fuel Delivery |
Fuel Injection |
Ignition TCI |
Transistor Controlled Ignition |
Transmission |
5-speed, multiplate wet clutch |
Final Drive |
Belt |
Suspension/Front |
Telescopic fork; 5.3-in travel |
Suspension/Rear |
Single shock; 4.3-in travel |
Brakes/Front |
Hydraulic disc, 320mm |
Brake/Rear |
Hydraulic disc, 298mm |
Tire/Front |
130/70-18M/C 63H |
Tire/Rear |
170/70-16 M/C 75H |
L x W x H |
95.9 x 39.4 x 42.5 in |
Seat Height |
26.6 in |
Wheelbase |
66.3 in |
Fuel Capacity |
4.5 gal |
Est. Fuel Economy |
47 mpg |
Wet Weight |
613 lb |
ColorLiquid |
Silver; Candy Red |
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