YAMAHA V-Star 1300 Deluxe (2013-2014) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2014, The Japanese maker released the Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe, a cruising machine part of the 1300 V-Star series. The V-Star series comprised motorcycles with various appearances and different engine displacements.

The 2014 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe came with the same features as its predecessor without any significant changes. In addition, the suspension, engine, and braking system were shared with the entire 1300 V-Star family.

In the appearance department, the Deluxe version featured a wide fork-mounted front cowl that reached over the handlebar, offering excellent weather protection, a small windshield for enhanced protection, and hard lockable color-matched saddlebags for extra storage.

The bike was fitted with a fully integrated dash and audio system that supported iPhone and iPod compatibility, allowing the rider to control the sound from a switch pod on the handlebar's left side.

In addition, the motorcycle featured a waterproof Garmin Zumo 665 GPS that included a motorcycle-friendly navigation system with weather and traffic conditions, lane assist, and a 3D building view. It also offered satellite radio and Bluetooth connectivity. Some of the features were functional with a monthly subscription.

In the power department, the 2014 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Deluxe motorcycle took its muscles from a 1,304cc four-stroke liquid-cooled engine with 70 hp on board and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque with a peak at 4,000 rpm.