Cruisers
2011Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer
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The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer is a large-displacement cruiser engineered for long-distance touring, featuring a robust 1311cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine paired with a 5-speed transmission. This bike suits riders seeking comfortable, fuel-efficient highway cruising with aggressive styling and touring-ready ergonomics. It's renowned for combining classic cruiser aesthetics with practical performance and reliability.
- 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)
What’s new for the 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer
vs the 2010| Spec | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons) | 18.60 litres (4.91 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 1311.1 ccm
- Power
- 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 130 CO2 g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
- 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
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
- 18.60 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
- Candy Red
- Warranty
- 12
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 | 2010 | 2011 | 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) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 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) | 18.55 litres (4.90 gallons) | 18.55 litres (4.90 gallons) | 18.55 litres (4.90 gallons) | 18.55 litres (4.90 gallons) |
| Color options | — | Raven, Impact Blue | Candy Red | Granite Gray | Sapphire Blue | Galaxy Blue |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer?
The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Capacity of 1311.1 ccm (80.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer have?
The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Power of 74.0 HP (54.4 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer have?
The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer weigh?
The 2011 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Dry weight of 303.0 kg (668.0 pounds).
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