YAMAHA V-Star 1100 Classic (2006-2007) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic was a cruiser motorcycle part of the V-Star series that comprised motorcycles with different appearances and displacements. The 1100 V-Star series included three models with the same engine, suspension, and braking system but slightly different styles.

In 2007, Yamaha released the V-Star 1100 Classic, a cruiser machine that packed classic-looking elements, such as a dual chromed exhaust system, a low profile seat, a pulled-back handlebar, a raked-out front fork, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with an integrated speedometer, and lightweight cast magnesium wheels.

Compared to the Custom version, the Classic model featured more extended steel fenders, floorboards, a larger headlight, fork covers, a wide 130 mm front tire, and thicker brake and clutch levers.

All models in the 1100 V-Star series packed the same V-twin engine, suspension, and braking systems. The 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic was powered by a 1,063cc air-cooled V-twin engine with 62 hp on tap at 5,750 rpm and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) torque at 2,500 rpm.

The bike's suspension was softened by a 41 mm telescopic fork with 140 mm wheel travel on the front and a spring preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing smooth handling.

The braking power was achieved by a single-piston caliper with a 282 mm disc mounted on the rear wheel and dual-piston calipers with two 292 mm discs mounted on the front wheel, offering solid and reliable stopping power.