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Buyer's Guide > V-Star 950
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Before there was the Bolt, there was the V-Star 950, from which the air-cooled 942 cc V-twin originated. It's a more classically styled cruiser with fat wheels and skirted fenders.
Manufacturer site
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Brand
Yamaha
Model
V-Star 950
Categories
Cruiser - Standard
New/Returning
Returning for 2016
Msrp
$ 9,899
Enginesize
942 cc
Engine Type
60 degree V-twin, SOHC with 4 valves/cyl, air-cooled, 4-stroke
Transmission
5-speed, belt
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Fueling
Fuel Injection
Max Power
53 HP (39.6 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque
57.9 ft-lbs (78.5 Nm) @ 3500 rpm
Seat Height, std
675 mm (26.6 in.)
Seat Height, options
Wheelbase
1685 mm (66.3 in.)
Fuel Capacity
17 L (4.49 USG)
Dry Weight
Curb Weight
278 kg (613 lbs.)
Brakes, front
Single 320 mm disc with 2-piston caliper
Brakes, rear
Single 298 mm disc with 1-piston caliper
Antilock Brakes (ABS)
Not Available
Suspension, front
41 mm Standard forks, non-adjustable with 135 mm of travel
Suspension, rear
Single shock, preload adjustable with 110 mm of travel
Tires, front
130/70-18
Tires, rear
170/70-16
Paint/Colours
Silver 3, Metallic Blue
Warranty
12 months, unlimited mileage

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