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2008 Yamaha V Star Custom

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2008 Yamaha V Star Custom Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$6,099.00
Dealers	Yamaha Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Torque RPM	3000
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Bore (mm/in)	81 / 3.19
Stroke (mm/in)	63 / 2.48
Displacement (cc/ci)	649 / 40
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Carburetion Brand	Mikuni
Fuel Injector	No
Carburetor	Yes
Number Of Carburetors	2
Carburetor Size (mm)	28
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)	2.714 / 1.9 / 1.458 / 1.167 / 0.967
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubed
Front Wheel Width (in)	2.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)	3.5
Front Tire Width	100
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	90
Front Tire Speed Rating	S
Front Wheel Diameter	19
Rear Tire Width	170
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	80
Rear Tire Speed Rating	S
Rear Wheel Diameter	15
Front Tire (Full Spec)	100/90 SR19
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	170/80 SR15
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.7 / 298
Rear Brake Type	Drum
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	7.9 / 200
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.6 / 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)	3.4 / 86.4
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)	7.67
Width (in/mm)	34.6 / 878.8
Height (in/mm)	42 / 1066.8
Wheelbase (in/mm)	63.4 / 1610.4
Turning Radius (ft)	11.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	5.5 / 139.7
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	8
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	474 / 215
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	514 / 233.1
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)	397 / 180
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.2 / 16
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)	0.79 / 3
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	1.37
Seats:
Seat Type	Two-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Leather
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	27.4 / 696
Number Of Seats	2
Detachable Passenger Seat	Standard
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Chain Guard	No
Fork Guards	Yes
Saddle Bag Guard	No
Tank Guard	No
Belt Guard	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Exhaust Guard	Yes
Light Guard	No
Radiator Cover	No
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Instrumentation:
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Months/Condition)	12 / Limited
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Cruiser
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
NADATrimID	30622
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No
Storage:
Underseat Storage	Standard
Lockable Storage	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard

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Great Bike

By Dane(Owner), Sep. 23, 2008

Quality construction,very good fit and finish. Looks and feels much bigger than a 650. Pulls strong with a nice growl. A lot of bike for the money.
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yamaha v star custom best bike of its kind

By stephen mosher(Owner), Nov. 30, 2008

I have the v star custon 650 and I can honestly say that this bike is one of the best bikes on the road today, I handles really good and on the high ways It can keep up with any bike on the road It can out run any eighteen weeler on the road and handles well o... Read Full Review

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Perfect!!!!

By Ricardo Guerra(Owner), Sep. 22, 2008

I have one and it's perfect for use every day to go to my job, economic and comfortable, I love it.... Read Full Review

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