YAMAHA V-Star 650 Classic (2009-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic was a retro-styled cruiser that featured modern technology. The bike debuted in 1998 with a 649cc V-twin engine borrowed from the Yamaha Virago 535, updated with a larger bore and stroke for a larger displacement.

In 2010, Yamaha launched the V-Star 650 Classic machine that didn't feature any significant changes over its production years, except for different color changes. Also, the bike was available in two other versions, the Custom and Silverado.

The Yamaha V-star Classic packed the same frame as the Custom model, with a wider wheel on the front, steel fenders instead of plastic like the Custom, extended bodywork, a drag-style handlebar, and many other styling differences.

The Silverado model was a more touring-oriented machine that packed an additional tall windscreen, a passenger backrest for added comfort, and leather saddlebags for extra storage.

In other departments, the Yamaha V-Star Classic packed the same suspension, braking, and engine as the whole V-Star 650 family. Also, the bike was fitted with a low-maintenance shaft drive.

The 2010 Yamaha V-Star 650 Classic's power was generated by a 649cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine with 40 hp on tap at 6,500 rpm and 51 Nm (38 lb-ft) torque at 3,000 rpm.

The stopping power was handled by a dual-piston caliper with a 298 mm disc mounted on the front wheel and a 200 mm drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel.