YAMAHA V-Star 950 Tourer (2013-2014) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2014, the Japanese maker released the Yamaha V-Star 950, a cruiser machine that debuted in 2009 and was manufactured until 2017. The V-Star 959 was designed as an entry-level middleweight machine and was offered in standard and touring versions.

Along with the 2014 standard model, Yamaha launched the V-Star 950 Tourer, a more touring-oriented machine with additional touring amenities that enhanced its overall long-distance capabilities.

The 2014 Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer was identical to the standard model in every department, except for the additional mid-sized windscreen that offered better protection against wind and weather, a passenger backrest for more comfort, and hard leather-wrapped saddlebags for more storage.

In the appearance department, the bike came equipped from the factory with standard features, including a pulled-back handlebar, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with an integrated instrument panel, steel fenders, a chrome exhaust system, and eight-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the braking department, the bike had a single 320 mm disc mounted on the front wheel with a dual-piston caliper and a 298 mm disc on the rear wheel with a single-piston caliper, delivering solid and reliable stopping power.

For suspension, the bike featured a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front and a spring preload-adjustable single shock absorber on the rear, providing excellent suspension performance and handling.

As for power, the 2014 Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer boasted 50 hp with a peak at 5,600 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque with a maximum force at 3,500 rpm.