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Yamaha V Star Custom - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Yamaha V Star Custom |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 111.6 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 4.81 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l or 48.90 mpg) |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Engine details | 70° V twin. Forged aluminum pistons. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 655.52 ccm (40.00 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Spoke |
| Rear brakes diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Hydraulic |
| Front brakes diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 170/80-15 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-19 |
| Rear suspension travel | 86 mm (3.4 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Single shock |
| Front suspension travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 32.0° |
| Frame type | Steel; hidden shock |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.90 litres (4.20 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,610 mm (63.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 879 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,337 mm (92.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,067 mm (42.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 232.7 kg (513.0 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Light | None |
| Rear tyre | 18/9-8 |
| Front tyre | 18/7-8 |
| Rear wheel travel | 127 mm (5.0 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm |
| Front wheel travel | 127 mm (5.0 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone |
| Driveline | CVT |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x Stroke | 47.0 x 51.0 mm (1.9 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression | 10.2:1 |
| Model | Yamaha Raptor 90 |
| Color options | Raven |
| Factory warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |
| Carrying capacity | Under seat helmet holder increases convenience for the rider. Locking compartment under side cover. Secure storage for small items. |
| Electrical | Maintenance-free 12V 10AH battery |
| Instruments | Tank-mounted speedometer |
| Starter | Electric |
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