YAMAHA V-Star 650 Silverado (2002-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 650 was a series of cruiser motorcycles in Yamaha's range, based on the Yamaha Virago 535 engine, with a five mm larger bore and four mm more significant stroke, resulting in a 649cc displacement.

The bike was sold in three versions, such as the Classic, which had the same frame as the Custom model, holding a wider wheel, steel fenders, a more extended bodywork, a pulled-back handlebar, less chromed elements, a wider seat, and more styling differences.

Another version was the Custom, a machine equipped with plastic front and rear fenders and a recessed taillight under the fender. Also, the Custom was delivered in a particular Midnight custom version that came in a blacked-out package.

The third version was the V-Star 650 Silverado, a Classic version fitted with touring amenities for enhanced comfort. The bike came in the Classic version's package, including steel valanced fenders, a dual chromed exhaust system, and a teardrop-shaped fuel tank.

In addition to the standard features of the Classic cruiser machine, the Silverado model packed a tall windscreen for more wind and weather protection, two leather saddlebags on each side for extra storage, and a passenger backrest for more comfort.

In the power department, the 2003 Yamaha V-Star 650 Silverado packed a 649cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with 40 hp on tap at 6,500 rpm and 51 Nm (38 lb-ft) torque at 3,000 rpm.