YAMAHA V-Star 1300 (2006-2007) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 1300 was a cruiser motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha from 2007 to 2017, also known as the XVS1300A Midnight Star and XVS13AW. The bike was available in standard and touring versions, designed as a mid-high cruiser machine.

In 2007, Yamaha released the V-Star 1300, a cruiser machine part of the V-Star series in Yamaha's range. The series included motorcycles with different appearances and displacements.

The 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1300 packed classic features, such as a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat with a low riding position, valanced fenders, bullet-style turn signals, a two-into-one chromed exhaust system, and seven-spoke cast aluminum wheels.

The bike was powered by a 1.304cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system. The forged pistons offered excellent durability, reduced weight, and fast throttle response.

As for the power figures, the engine boasted approximately 70 hp and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque with a maximum peak at 4,000 rpm. A five-speed manual transmission and a final belt drive converted the engine power into motion.

The bike's suspension was handled by a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable link-type monocross shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking performance was achieved by two 298 mm discs with dual-piston calipers on the front wheel and a single-piston caliper with a 282 mm disc on the rear wheel, providing excellent stopping power.