YAMAHA V-Star 1300 Tourer (2012-2013) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 1300 was a cruiser motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha from 2007, also called the XVS1300 Midnight Star and XVS13AW in other markets. The motorcycle was manufactured as a mid-to-high-level production model and was offered in standard and touring versions.

In 2013, Yamaha released the V-Star 1300 standard version, packed with standard features, such as a pulled-back handlebar, a two-piece dual seat, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-into-one chromed exhaust system, and lightweight aluminum wheels.

Along with the standard model, the Japanese maker launched the Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer, a more touring-oriented machine that packed additional touring accessories, enhancing its overall capabilities.

In addition to the standard features, the V-Star 1300 Tourer featured a tall windscreen with better wind and weather protection, side-mounted hard leather-covered saddlebags for extra storage, and a passenger backrest for more comfort.

The 2013 Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer was powered by the same 1,304cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine as its predecessors, boasting 70 hp and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque with a maximum force at 4,000 rpm.

Besides its touring amenities, the Tourer was identical to the standard model, with the same appearance, suspension, braking system, and engine. The braking system comprised two 298 mm discs, a dual-piston caliper on the front, and a single-piston caliper with a 282 mm disc on the rear.

As for suspension, the Yamaha V-Star 1300 Tourer packed a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and a five-position spring preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear.