2008 Yamaha V Star 1300

2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
MSRP
$10,090
Type
Cruiser
Insurance
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Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$10,090
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2007
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Yamaha
Display Name
V Star 1300
Year
2008
Make
Yamaha
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
100 / 3.94
Stroke (mm/in)
83 / 3.27
Displacement (cc/ci)
1304 / 79.6
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Reverse
No
Heel Toe Shifter
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Tire Speed Rating
67H
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
170
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Tire Speed Rating
75H
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
130/90-16M/C 67H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
170/70B-16M/C 75H
Front Brake Type
Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.7 / 298
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.7 / 298
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.6 / 41
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.3 / 134.6
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
4.3 / 109
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
8.17
Width (in/mm)
38.6 / 980.4
Height (in/mm)
43.9 / 1115.1
Wheelbase (in/mm)
66.5 / 1689.1
Length (ft/ft)
8
Length (ft/in)
2
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
624 / 283
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.9 / 18.5
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.09
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
28.1 / 713.7
Number Of Seats
2
Detachable Passenger Seat
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • Nice bike....but
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 17, 2011

    The yearly checks are horrendously expensive. My rear tire won't pass inspection with only 4513 miles on it. That's ridiculus. If you buy one make them stand behind the tires. Get another set put on.

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  • Excellent Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 02, 2009

    I've owned a V-Star 1300 for two years and it is the best handling and one of the most spirited cruisers I have ridden. I have had a variety of motorcycles since 1974 and this one is well worth the money.

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  • Excellent Bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 06, 2009

    This bike is like riding on a cloud...blows my old HD Dyna out of the water...I always said that I'd never buy a bike not amde in the USA, but if you take this one for a ride and you'll change your mind too.

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