YAMAHA V-Star 1100 Classic (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 1100 was a series of cruiser-styled motorcycles in Yamaha's range that comprised the Classic, Custom, and Silverado machines. The Custom was the first to arrive in 1999, followed by the 2000 Classic model, and later joined by the more touring-oriented Silverado model.

In 2008, the Japanese maker launched the Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic, a classic machine that packed a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with an integrated speedometer, a pulled-back handlebar, a two-piece dual seat with a low seating position, a dual chromed exhaust system, and lightweight magnesium wheels.

Compared to the Custom machine, the Classic version packed longer, deeply valanced fenders, floorboards instead of footpegs, thicker brake and clutch levers, a larger headlight, a wider front tire, and fork covers.

All V-Star 1100 models packed the same V-twin engine with the same performance specifications but also the same suspension and braking systems. In the appearance department, the bikes featured slightly different styles.

In the engine bay, the 2008 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic model had a 1,063cc air-cooled V-twin powerplant with 62 hp on tap at 5,750 rpm and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) torque at 2,500 rpm. The engine power was transferred to the rear wheel through a five-speed manual transmission and a low-maintenance shaft drive.

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