Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer
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| Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer | |
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| Production | 2007 - 2012 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | Liquid-cooled V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves/cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 99.1mm x 99.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Torque | 81.87 ft/lbs (111.0 Nm) @ 4000RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed, manual Final Drive: Belt |
| Suspension | Front: 41mm KYB fork 5.3-in travel Rear: Single shock; 4.3-in travel |
| Brakes | Front: Dual hydraulic disc 298mm Rear: Single hydraulic disc 298mm |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 170/70B-16 |
| Wheelbase | 66.5 inches (1689 mm) |
| Length | 97.99 inches (2489 mm) |
| Width | 39.41 inches (1001 mm) |
| Seat Height | 27.2 inches (691 mm) |
| Weight | 323.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer was a Liquid-cooled V-twin, SOHC, 4 valves/cylinder Cruiser motorcycle produced by Yamaha between 2007 and 2012. Max torque was 81.87 ft/lbs (111.0 Nm) @ 4000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 99.1mm bore x 99.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1304.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-Speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multidisc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/70B-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic disc 298mm in the front and a Single hydraulic disc 298mm in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm KYB fork 5.3-in travel while the rear was equipped with a Single shock; 4.3-in travel. The wheelbase was 66.5 inches (1689 mm) long.
2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
The suffix of the 2006 V-Star 1300 Tourer is pretty much self-explanatory: Star has equipped this bike with all the basic add-ons required for your next trip to the ocean beach furthest from your home. These upgrades include a tall windscreen, leather-clad hard saddlebags, and passenger backrest, complemented by the rider floorboards.
Of course the touring options can be easily removed for solo rides aboard the bike showing its muscular cruiser guise. 1304cc of liquid-cooled Star technology provide plenty of passing power and torque to make you smile in almost any scenario.
2008 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
The 2008 MY V-Star 1300 Tourer is ready for the long haul straight out of the box. It comes equipped with a passenger backrest, lockable leather-clad saddlebags and a generous windscreen, so technically, you'll just load up, fuel up and hit the road.
This middleweight tourer is powered by an 1304cc liquid-cooled injected v-twin, but the classic air-cooled looks have been maintained. A beefy front tire adds a massive look to the bike's front end, and complements the cast wheels quite nicely, while the black/chrome alternation and the impeccable paint make the V-Star 1300 Tourer look as sharp as any other premium bike out there.
2009 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
Being such a popular middleweight cruiser, the 2009 MY V-Star 1300 obviously received a Tourer version, adding exceptional road worthiness right from the box. A true get-go beast, the 2009 V-Star 1300 Tourer brings forth the convenience of leather-covered hard cases, a reassuring passenger backrest, plus the tall windscreen which adds solid weather protection for the long hauls in less-than-ideal weather.
The 1304cc liquid-cooled injected v-twin is just the right size for pretty much anyone, with plenty of grunt to make things thrilling, yet without being intimidating.
2010 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
The open-road version of the all-new V Star 1300 rolls out with a windshield, leather-wrapped, hard sidebags and a passenger backrest. Midsize Star brings modern classic styling along for a lighter, sportier, hot-rod-inspired ride. 80-cubic-inch (1304cc) liquid-cooled, fuel-injected V-twin produces excellent power across the board along with a highly stimulating exhaust note. Modern-classic design, including a flangeless gas tank and two-into-one exhaust, gives the V Star 1300 that distinctive Star look.
The steel chassis gets 48 percent of the bike’s weight on the front tire, for quick, light handling and maneuverability. Authentic cruiser features such as belt drive and steel fenders open up the customization possibilities even further. The V Star 1300 Tourer achieves fuel economy up to an estimated 42 mpg with a fuel tank that holds 4.9 gallons of gas.
2011 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
If really big, heavyweight tourers are not your thing, rest assured that there still are a lot of good things for you out there, courtesy of Yamaha. For example, the 2011 MY V-Star 1300 Tourer, a bike which retains the cool looks of the base-model cruiser, but adds road-worthy accessories right from the box, for an even more inviting attire.
The V-Star 1300 Tourer is equipped with a quick removable windscreen, rider floorboards, leather-clad locking hard saddlebags, a passenger backrest, adding to the self-canceling clear-lens turn signals, jumbo brake and clutch levers and the lush marriage between the impeccable paint and the rich chrome accents.
2012 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer[edit | edit source]
Building on the prover road worthiness of the V-Star 1300, the 2012 MY V-Star 1300 Tourer introduces nifty upgrades which are meant to provide rider an passenger with an enhanced experience. The stock trim includes leather-covered hard saddlebags, a removable passenger backrest and a mid-sized windshield for better weather protection.
This liquid-cooled, injected 1304cc v-twin packs just the right amount of power and low-end torque to feel reassuring for less confident riders, but offers plenty of passing nerve for any scenario.