Cruisers

2008Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer

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The 2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer is a cruiser-based touring bike designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and classic styling. Its 1311cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine delivers reliable power with smooth handling, while integrated touring features make it ideal for extended road trips and highway cruising.

Capacity: 1311.1 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 303.0 kg
Seat height: 714 mm
Power: 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Front suspension	Telescopic Fork, Coil Spring/oil damper, 5.31Â´	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Swingarm, Coil Spring/gas-oil damper, 4.33Â´	Single shock
Wheelbase	1690 mm (66.5 inches)	1689 mm (66.5 inches)

Other years 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring85%

Two-up75%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed highway cruising and light touring with a passenger, thanks to its windscreen, saddlebags, and low-revving V-twin torque.
Built for: A laid-back, torque-driven V-twin cruiser character with classic styling, valuing smooth low-end pull over outright speed or sharp handling.
Not ideal for: Not for riders seeking sporty cornering performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 714mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1311.1 ccm
Power: 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2442 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet multiplate clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1689 mm
Overall length: 2489 mm
Overall width: 980 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 714 mm
Dry weight: 303.0 kg
Wet weight: 323.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double Cradle
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 135 mm
Rear wheel travel: 109 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 102 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 298 mm
Front tyre: 130/90-M16
Rear tyre: 170/70-B16

Other

Color options: Black Cherry, Seashell, Cerulean Silver/Charcoal Silver

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2007	2008	2010	2012	2015	2017
Capacity	1311.05 ccm (80.00 cubic inches)	1311.05 ccm (80.00 cubic inches)	1311.05 ccm (80.00 cubic inches)	1311.05 ccm (80.00 cubic inches)	1311.0 ccm (80.01 cubic inches)	1311.0 ccm (80.01 cubic inches)
Dry weight	303.0 kg (668.0 pounds)	303.0 kg (668.0 pounds)	—	—	—	—
Seat height	714 mm (28.1 inches)	714 mm (28.1 inches)	714 mm (28.1 inches)	691 mm (27.2 inches)	691 mm (27.2 inches)	691 mm (27.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	18.47 litres (4.88 gallons)	18.54 litres (4.90 gallons)	18.54 litres (4.90 gallons)	18.55 litres (4.90 gallons)	18.55 litres (4.90 gallons)	18.55 litres (4.90 gallons)
Color options	—	Black Cherry, Seashell, Cerulean Silver/Charcoal Silver	Raven, Impact Blue	Granite Gray	Sapphire Blue	Galaxy Blue