2008 Yamaha V Star Classic Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Yamaha V Star Classic

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2008 Yamaha V Star Classic Specifications

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Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$6,199.00
Dealers	Yamaha Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Shaft
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop 130/90 SR16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop 170/80 SR15
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	64 / 1625.6
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.2 / 16

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By Rick Bonnett(Owner), Dec. 21, 2008

This is my first bike and I can say that I did alot of shopping around before I purchased it. I love the power and comfort of my V star. It handles great and has performed well. Its got plenty of power even with a passenger. I did not like the studded bags that come with the silverado so I created m... Read Full Review

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Great bike

By P Doiron(Owner), Aug. 7, 2010

I bought my Classic early spring of 2010, it was a 08 with no kms on it. I put a lot of kms on it over the spring and summer. So far the only problem I have is the headlight, had it tightened on my 1000 kms check but it seems to be getting noisy again. Read Full Review

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Lots to love with this bike

By Roger(Owner), Aug. 2, 2010

I've been riding since 1972 - everything from 100 cc up to my '87 Goldwing. But when my Goldwing "gave out" I began looking for something smaller and lighter to take on trips. This bike serves admirably. I added a windshield, bags, a tiny luggage rack, and highway bars. Lite and quick. Goo... Read Full Review

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Great bike

By david bridges(Writer), Jan. 12, 2009

This bike rides great, with little effort in turing or in city traffic. Have had to do little or no maintance other than normal. Read Full Review

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