Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom
Manufacturer	Yamaha
Production	2000 - 2011
Class	Cruiser
Engine	Air-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve, 75°, V-twin
Bore / Stroke	94.0mm x 94.0mm
Compression ratio	8.3:1
Torque	64.17 ft/lbs (87.0 Nm) @ 2500RPM
Transmission	Gear box: 5 speed, manual Final Drive: Shaft Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension	Front: Telescopic 41mm fork Rear: Single shock; adjustable preload
Brakes	Front: Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm Rear: Hydraulic disc, 282mm
Front Tire	110/90-18
Rear Tire	170/80-15
Wheelbase	64.61 inches (1641 mm)
Length	94.69 inches (2405 mm)
Width	35.2 inches (894 mm)
Seat Height	27.2 inches (691 mm)
Weight	274.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil	Yamalube 10w-40
Manuals	Service Manual

The Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom was a Air-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve, 75°, V-twin Cruiser motorcycle produced by Yamaha between 2000 and 2011. Max torque was 64.17 ft/lbs (87.0 Nm) @ 2500 RPM.

Engine

A 94.0mm bore x 94.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1063.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 5 speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis

It came with a 110/90-18 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm in the front and a Hydraulic disc, 282mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic 41mm fork while the rear was equipped with a Single shock; adjustable preload. The wheelbase was 64.61 inches (1641 mm) long.

2000 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Long and offering plenty of real estate. the 1999 V-Star 1100 Custom sports a very low seat, gliding at only 27 inches above the asphalt, providing surefooted ground contact at low speed for shorter riders. A middleweight cruiser with plenty of punch, this bike is still non-intimidating and fairly easy to master thanks to its balanced weight distribution and sharp throttle response.

A classic air-cooled v-twin powers the 1999 V-Star 1100 Custom, mated to a 5-speed transmission and a convenient, hassle- and maintenance-free shaft final drive.

2003 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Style and simplicity define the 2002 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom. Sporting the same muscular engine like the rest of the bikes in the V-Star 1100 family, this machine is a wonderful display of tidy design and clean lines, providing the best basic platform for customization.

And with an affordable price, customers are also left with plenty of budget to choose which accessories and aftermarket parts they will be loading on the 2002 V-Star 1100 Custom and make it truly their own.

2004 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Like the V-Star 1100 spirit but you feel like you could use a tad more retro styling? Alrighty, this means that the 2003 V-Star 1100 Custom is the way to go: all the feats of the 1100 family, but dressed in a livery which will steal your heart. The wheels have wire spokes and a shorty front fender, dual bullet exhausts, moderate amounts of chrome, wide and tall bars and the perfect seat height to make the ride comfortable and reassuring for shorter guys.

Saddlebags and a windscreen, a bulbous tank with instruments on top of it and the acclaimed streetability make the 2003 V-Star 1100 Custom a machine as great for long hauls as it is for daily rides to work.

2005 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Long, lean and oozing retro glory, the 2004 V-Star 1100 Custom packs 1,063cc of pure v-twin nerve to match the elegant styling. Juts like most of the machines in the V-Star family, this model year 1100 beast got a redesigned speedometer face and clear lenses for the turn signals.

A special edition was also made, in a timeless all-black trim, with distinctive accents to stress out the exclusive nature even more. Classic by looks but loaded with tons of modern features and technologies, the 2004 V-Star 1100 Custom brings in a sweet mix of retro appeal and new, dependable craftsmanship.

2006 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Stepping up the displacement ladder in the V-Star class, we stumble upon the 2005 V-Star 1100 Custom, a lean and mean cruiser with a long , low profile which exhibits a dash of dragster DNA. Classic down to bone, the V-Star 1100 Custom has a bobbed rear fender, dual billet exhausts, pull-back bars and a skinnier front wheel and fender, adorned with lush chrome details.

The carbureted 1063cc v-twin packs tons of top-end power and low-rev torque to make riding with a passenger a pleasurable experience with effortless passing and sheer enjoyment each mile.

2007 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

The middleweight cruiser prototype par excellence, the 2006 V-Star 1100 Custom is Star's way of telling the world that a more moderate approach to displacement can be just enough to create a sizzling hot bike. Non-intimidating thanks to its low seat and boasting very good stability because of its wheelbase, the 2006 V-Star 1100 Custom is great for both urban riding and longer hauls.

A classic heel-toe shifter, plenty of chrome in the right places, retro-approved hard tail looks and a tan-mounted speedo are pleasantly complemented by modern technologies which make this bike ride as good as it looks.

2008 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Welcome to the big-bore cruiser world and prepare to be amazed by the impeccable entry-level full-on cruiser, the 2008 MY V-Star 1100 Custom. Entry-level may not be exactly the best choice of words for an 1,063cc v-twin, but it is the smallest of the big Yamaha machines. Though a massive presence on the road, the V-Star 1100 Custom comes with a low seat which provides enhanced confidence to shorter riders, while maintaining a comfy riding position.

A bobbed rear fender complements the ample bars and the hard tail looks, while the shaft drive eliminates quite a lot of hassle from everyday rides. Add in full-disc brakes with dual rotors in the front, and trick chrome accents, plus a tank-mounted classic instrument cluster for solid style.

2009 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

The 2009 V-Star 1100 Custom is just the right size: plenty of road-worthy grit to get you going fast, low-end torque for a reassuring feel during slow-speed maneuvers, exceptional comfort and a fairly lightweight package which doesn't feel intimidating even to newer, less experienced riders.

This classic cruiser is powered by an air-cooled, carbureted 1063cc v-twin, mated to a 5-speed transmission and a chrome, exposed shaft. Cue in classic details, such as the wire spoked wheels, ageless rear fender and tail, swept back bars, teardrop tank and a bevy of chrome accents to bring joy in the hearts of the nostalgic.

2010 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Boasting the same rider-friendly character like the V-Star 1100 Classic, the 2010 MY V-Star 1100 Custom introduces several styling changes which will surely appeal to a lot of motorcyclists. The cast wheels have been replaced by wire spoked ones, for a more traditional feel, while the fenders have also been modified. Gone are the deeply valanced ones, replaced by a short front one and a bobbed rear unit.

On the tech side, the V-Star 1100 Custom is similar to the Classic version, sporting the same mannered 1063cc airhead v-twin and exposed shaft drive for enhanced convenience.

2011 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom

Closer to the old-school choppers, the 2011 MY V-Star 1100 Custom boasts a compact design which still offers a comfy two-up ride. The low, sculpted seat is positioned inside the frame, with the rear fender serving as a lower back support, and the forward controls leaving plenty of room for the legs.

A skinnier front wheel than that of the Classic model was used, together with a small fender, for a svelter attire. The engine remains the 1063cc air-cooled unit, with the peak torque already reached at 2500 revs for lots of fun in any situation.