YAMAHA V-Star 650 Silverado (2010-2011) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha V-Star 650 was a middleweight cruiser machine manufactured by Yamaha from 1997 to 2017. The bike had a revised Yamaha Virago 535 engine at its core with a larger bore and stroke- resulting in a 649cc displacement.

In the American market, the bike was sold as an entry-level version of the V-Star line that comprised motorcycles of different displacement engines and appearances. Also, over the years, the 650 V-Star range grew into three models, including the Custom, Classic, and Silverado.

The Custom version was the base for long-distance touring and was equipped with front and rear plastic fenders and an incorporated taillight under the flared fender. Also, the Custom was offered in a Midnight Custom edition, with a Raven Black Metallic paint scheme.

The Classic version used the same frame as the Custom model but with a wider front wheel, steel fenders instead of plastic, extended bodywork, a pulled-back handlebar, fewer chrome accents, and many different styling features.

The Silverado machine was the most touring-oriented of them all, with a similar appearance and specifications as the Classic version, but with extra touring accessories, such as a tall windscreen, a studded passenger backrest, and leather saddlebags.

The 2011 Yamaha V-Star 650 Silverado packed the same 649cc air-cooled V-twin engine as its siblings, delivering 40 hp at 6,500 rpm and 51 Nm (38 lb-ft) torque at low 3,000 rpm.