Thursday, February 12, 2015
2000 Yamaha V Star 1100 Custom – Motorbike Bicycle
Yamaha’s fresh-from-the-ground-up V-Star 1100 is a bold new entry in the middleweight market. The new V-Star represents an entirely different perspective. The V-Star 1100 follows the same concept as the very popular V-Star 650. As our 1998 Cruiser of the Year, the entry-level V-Star Classic won high marks for value, visual appeal and overall package performance. The V-Star 1100 will retail for a suggested $7799, right at the bottom of the 1100-class price range. All of the models in the Star cruiser series feature a striking visual balance and keen exhaust note. The V-Star 1100′s long, low stance, consolidated components and rounded edges integrate in a flowing visual effect. If worthiness were based on beauty alone, this new V-Star would be runner-up only to Honda’s Shadow Aero ($9700). We love the drag bars, spoked wheels and pert bobtail rear fender. In terms of performance, the V-twin-powered V-Star 1100 is, alas, easily outrun by its fraternal twin, the Virago — reigning King of Performance in the 1100 class. There’s only a faint oscillation at lower rpm felt through the pegs, grips and fuel tank (if your knees contact it). Yamaha uses a double-cradle frame in the V-Stars and draws out the chassis length for a long, low look. We enlisted a 5-foot-5 rider to sit on the V-Star and she could easily touch the ground, with both feet. The rider’s ergonomics are comfortable with the drag-style bars set low but graduating rearward. Steering the V-Star 1100 doesn’t require exertion and the bike hooks up and travels solidly and smoothly in every cornering situation, from parking-lot maneuvers to high-speed sweepers. The V-Star drivetrain is smooth and easy to manipulate. The five-speed transmission worked flawlessly and the well-staged gear ratios were appreciated. Handlebar controls are easy to access and the low bar provides a nice visual frame for the tank-mounted gauges.
Specifications:
M.S.R.P. $7,899.00
POWERTRAIN
Engine 1063cc, 65-CUBIC INCH, SOHC, AIR-COOLED, 75° V-TWIN
Displacement 1063cc
Bore x Stroke 95 X 75mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gallons
POWERTRAIN
Engine 1063cc, 65-CUBIC INCH, SOHC, AIR-COOLED, 75° V-TWIN
Displacement 1063cc
Bore x Stroke 95 X 75mm
Compression Ratio 8.3:1
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gallons
DRIVETRAIN
Carburetion 37mm MIKUNI DOWNDRAFT-TYPE W/TPS
Transmission 5-SPEED
Final Drive Shaft
Carburetion 37mm MIKUNI DOWNDRAFT-TYPE W/TPS
Transmission 5-SPEED
Final Drive Shaft
DIMENSIONS
Length 94.6″
Width 35.2″
Height 43.1″
Wheelbase 64.5″
Seat Height 27″
Ground Clearance 5.7″
Dry Weight 571 lbs.
Length 94.6″
Width 35.2″
Height 43.1″
Wheelbase 64.5″
Seat Height 27″
Ground Clearance 5.7″
Dry Weight 571 lbs.
COLOR OPTIONS
Colors Onyx and Deep Purple
Colors Onyx and Deep Purple
Mirrors on the V-Star are stylishly small and teardrop-shaped. Like the other bikes in the V-Star lineup, the 1100′s overall performance package is more than worth the asking price. It may not deliver the grunt of Yamaha’s 1600cc pushrod V-twin Road Star or approach the Royal Star in visual refinements, but the V-Star 1100 is an extremely well-balanced, middle-of-the-road motorcycle. Gather them all and point them in the direction of Yamaha’s V-Star 1100. A narrowish bar and way-low seat height ensure comfort and confidence for those closer to the ground. Requisitely smooth throttle response, good low-end grunt and a fairly comfortable (did we already say “low”?) seating position round out the basic goodies. I score the Star slightly higher for saddle and suspension but the Virago feels like it was built for my dimensions and riding style. If I bought the Virago, I’d be sorry that the V-Star is slower.
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