2008 Yamaha V Star Silverado
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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Cruiser |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $7,199.00 |
| Dealers | Yamaha Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Finance | |
| 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 |
| Heel Toe Shifter | Standard |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubed |
| Front Wheel Width (in) | 3 |
| Rear Wheel Width (in) | 3.5 |
| 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 | 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) | 3.9 / 99.1 |
| 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) | 8.04 |
| Width (in/mm) | 36.6 / 929.6 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 64 / 1625.6 |
| Turning Radius (ft) | 11.2 |
| Ground Clearance (in/mm) | 5.5 / 139.7 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 8 |
| Length (ft/in) | 0 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 544 / 246.8 |
| Wet Weight (lbs/kg) | 545 / 247.2 |
| Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs) | 441 / 200 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.2 / 16 |
| Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l) | 0.79 / 3 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 1.19 |
| 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 |
| Backrest Logo Plate | No |
| Backrest Type | Detachable |
| Backrest Location | Passenger |
| Lumbar Adjustment | No |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Floor Board Location | Driver |
| Hand Grips | Standard |
| Foot Peg Location | 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 | 30620 |
| Mounts: | |
| Side Case Mount | Standard |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
| Windshield Lowers | No |
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tinted | No |
| Height | Mid |
| Storage: | |
| Side Case Material | Leather |
| Number Of Side Cases | 2 |
| Location | Left and Right Side |
| Side Storage Mount | Standard |
| Underseat Storage | Standard |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Leather Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
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