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2008 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic

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2008 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic
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2008 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)  $8,799.00
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  V Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Torque RPM  2500
Cooling  Air
Valves  4
Valves Per Cylinder  2
Valve Configuration  SOHC
Bore (mm/in)  95 / 3.74
Stroke (mm/in)  75 / 2.95
Displacement (cc/ci)  1063 / 65
Compression Ratio  8.3:1
Starter  Electric
Battery Amp Hour  14
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Emissions Standards  Standard Emissions
Ram Air Induction  No
Fuel Type  Gas
Carburetion Brand  Mikuni
Fuel Injector  No
Carburetor  Yes
Number Of Carburetors  2
Carburetor Size (mm)  37
Carburetion Type  Carburetor
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Overdrive  Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Shaft
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)  2.35 / 1.67 / 1.29 / 1.03 / 0.85
Reverse  No
Heel Toe Shifter  Standard
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless  Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)  3
Rear Wheel Width (in)  4.5
Tire Brand  Dunlop®
Front Tire Width  130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Front Tire Speed Rating  S
Front Wheel Diameter  16
Rear Tire Width  170
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  80
Rear Tire Speed Rating  S
Rear Wheel Diameter  15
Front Tire (Full Spec)  Dunlop 130/90 SR16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  Dunlop 170/80 SR15
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  11.7 / 298
Front Caliper Pistons  4
Rear Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  11.1 / 282
Rear Caliper Pistons  1
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.61 / 41
Front Travel (in/mm)  5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  4.5 / 114.3
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  1
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Length (ft)  8.08
Width (in/mm)  37.2 / 944.9
Height (in/mm)  43.3 / 1099.8
Wheelbase (in/mm)  64.8 / 1645.9
Rake (degrees)  33
Trail (in/mm)  5.2 / 132.1
Turning Radius (ft)  10.8
Ground Clearance (in/mm)  5.5 / 139.7
Length (ft/ft)  8
Length (ft/in)  1
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  600 / 272.2
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.5 / 17
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  1.19 / 4.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  1.83
Seats:  
Seat Type  Two-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Leather
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  27.9 / 708.7
Number Of Seats  2
Detachable Passenger Seat  Standard
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Floor Board Location  Driver
Hand Grip Material  Rubber
Foot Peg Location  Passenger
Chain Guard  No
Fork Guards  Yes
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Exhaust Guard  Yes
Light Guard  No
Starter Cover  No
Tank Cover  No
Tire Valve Cap  Yes
Brake Disc Cover  No
Carburetor Cover  No
Front Fender Material  Steel
Rear Fender Material  Steel
Top Crown  Standard
Stand Type  Kick
Handlebars  Standard
License Plate  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Digital Instrumentation  Standard
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Pricing:  
Warranty (Condition)  Limited
Zero Price Schema  0
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Cruiser
Manufacturer Country  Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age  16
MIC Model Segment  ON-HWY Cruiser Over 900cc
Paint & Finish:  
Metallic  No
Convenience:  
Handlebar Lock  Standard
Glass:  
Rearview Mirrors  Standard
Storage:  
Underseat Storage  Standard
Lockable Storage  Standard
Helmet Locks  Standard
Lights:  
Headlight Mounts  Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard

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