YAMAHA V-Star 650 Silverado Canadian Edition (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the Japanese maker released the Yamaha V-Star 650 Silverado, a middleweight cruising machine powered by a 649cc V-twin engine. Compared to the Classic and Custom models, the Silverado was fitted with more-touring-oriented amenities.

The bike came equipped from the factory with a tall adjustable windscreen that offered more wind and weather protection for the rider, a studded passenger backrest for more comfort, and large saddlebags for extra storage.

Also in 2008, in addition to the standard model, Yamaha released the V-Star 650 Silverado Canadian Edition, a motorcycle that celebrated 10 years of the V-Star series in Canada. In addition to the touring amenities, Yamaha introduced more chrome and gold-colored accessories and customer bonus features.

For appearance, the bike had a special deep black lacquer paint with cream-colored inserts, such as classic gold V-Star emblems on the fuel tank and Yamaha emblems on the side covers.

Also, two-tone rider and passenger seats with chrome studs were added, and chrome Star accessories, such as turn signal housings, headlight housing, and a master cylinder cover. In addition, the bike was offered with customer bonus features, including a Canadian Edition ball cap, travel mug, vest pin, and vest patch.

In the performance department, the 2008 Yamaha V-Star 650 Silverado Canadian Edition packed the same 649cc air-cooled V-twin engine as the standard model, with 40 hp on tap at 6,500 rpm and 51 Nm (38 lb-ft) torque at low 3,000 rpm.