YAMAHA V-Star 1100 Classic (2003-2004) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2004, Yamaha launched the V-Star 1100 Classic, a cruiser motorcycle part of the V-Star family that comprised models with different displacement engines and various appearances. The bike was first released in 2000 and powered by a retuned version of the engine used on the Yamaha Virago.

The bike was available in Classic, Custom, and Silverado versions. Compared to the Custom model, the Classic version has longer front and rear fenders, floorboards, magnesium wheels, fork covers, a 130 mm front wheel, and thicker shift and brake levers.

In the appearance department, the 2004 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic presented a hardtail chopper design rear end with a hidden shock absorber and a shaft drive. The front end had a raked-out fork complemented by a pulled-back handlebar and a low seat, resulting in a traditional chopper riding position.

In the suspension department, the bike packed a telescopic fork on the front with 140 mm wheel travel and a single shock absorber on the rear with 113 mm wheel travel, providing a smooth and comfortable riding experience.

The braking power was achieved by two 298 mm discs engaged by a couple of dual-piston calipers on the front and a single-piston caliper with a 282 mm disc on the rear, offering robust stopping power.

As for performance, the bike was powered by the same 1,063cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 62 hp at 5,750 rpm and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) torque with a maximum peak at 2,500 rpm.