Following in the ‘long and low’ styling tyre tracks of the recent XV1900, the XVS design is heralded as a “Wild Streamliner”, inspired by the 1930’s US Custom bike and car scene.The XVS houses a totally new, 1300cc short-stroke V-Twin powerplant engineered for maximum engine character and a high torque output.

2010 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star

The 60° angled cylinders produce a distinctive irregular firing order giving the motor its own ‘heartbeat’.
Although retaining classic air-cooled styling this cruiser is powered by an efficient watercooled engine. Vibration is minimised by utilising a new dual balancer system whilst the exhaust has been tuned to give a distinctive, low pulsing deep noise.

2010 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star Black Metalic view

The XVS project team were also tasked with giving the new machine more focused handling, which they achieved by engineering a more balanced weight bias (48/52), effective braking systems and 41mm front forks that offer good rider feedback. The engine is now a stressed member of the new double cradle frame which translates to better rigidity and stability.

2010 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star Blue

The sum of these parts is a cruiser that has been developed to handle, perform and sound better than any cruiser before without losing its traditional heritage or styling.

2010 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star Blue Side view

General information
Model:    Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star
Year:    2009
Category:    Custom / cruiser
Rating:    69.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Safety:    See our safety campaign with the high safety rated bikes in this category.

Engine and transmission

Displacement:    1304.00 ccm (79.57 cubic inches)
Engine type:    V2
Stroke:    4
Power:    71.74 HP (52.4 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Torque:    106.00 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 10800 RPM
Compression:    9.5:1
Bore x stroke:    100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system:    Injection
Fuel control:    OHC
Starter:    Electric
Lubrication system:    Wet sump
Cooling system:    Liquid
Gearbox:    5-speed
Transmission type
final drive:    Belt
Clutch:    Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Physical measures
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:    303.0 kg (668.0 pounds)
Seat height:    715 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height:    1,115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall length:    2,490 mm (98.0 inches)
Overall width:    980 mm (38.6 inches)
Ground clearance:    145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase:    1,690 mm (66.5 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type:    Double cradle
Trail:    145 mm (5.7 inches)
Front suspension:    Telescopic forks
Front suspension travel:    135 mm (5.3 inches)
Rear suspension:    Swingarm
Rear suspension travel:    110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:    130/90-M16
Rear tyre dimensions:    170/70-B16
Front brakes:    Double disc
Front brakes diameter:    298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes:    Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:    298 mm (11.7 inches)
Speed and acceleration
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:    18.50 litres (4.89 gallons)
Oil capacity:    3.70 litres (0.24 quarts)
Color options:    Blue, black, silver

Further information
Parts and accessories    Check out parts and accessories from our partners. Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star accessories
Ask questions    Join the 09 Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star discussion group.
Insurance, loans, tests     Check out insurance here. Search the web for dealers, loan costs, tests, customizing, etc.
Related bikes    List related bikes for comparison of spec

Written by agungsumo

Visit agungsumo's Website