YAMAHA V-Star 1100 Custom (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 1100 was a cruising motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha from 1998 to 2008. The bike was part of the V-Star series, including motorcycles with various appearances and engine displacements.

In 1998, Yamaha released for the first time the V-Star 1100 Custom, also known as the XVS1100 DragStar, in other markets. Also, the V-Star 1100 was in a Classic version, with rounder edges and 13 kg (29 lbs) heavier.

The bike was powered by a reworked version of the engine used on the Yamaha Virago model, delivering better torque on the V-Star machine. The shaft drive was also retained from the Virago model and relied on a new suspension and frame.

In the power department, the 2009 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom boasted 62 hp with a maximum force at 5,750 rpm and 85 Nm (63 lb-ft) torque at 2,500 rpm. The power was handled by a five-speed transmission and delivered to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance shaft drive.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 41 mm conventional telescopic fork on the front that offered 140 mm wheel travel and a spring-preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering 110 mm wheel travel.

In the braking department, the bike was fitted with a single-piston caliper, a 282 mm disc on the rear wheel, and dual-piston calipers with two 298 mm discs on the front wheel, providing strong and reliable stopping power.