Cruisers

2010Yamaha V Star 1100 Silverado

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The 2010 Yamaha V Star 1100 Silverado is a touring-ready cruiser with saddlebags and a windshield. Its air-cooled 1,065.2cc V-twin makes 62 hp through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A low 709 mm seat, 303.9 kg wet weight and 17-litre tank suit relaxed touring.

Capacity: 1065.2 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 289.8 kg
Seat height: 709 mm
Power: 62.0 HP (45.6 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring78%

Two-up70%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed highway cruising and weekend touring rather than sport riding or commuting agility.
Built for: A classic air-cooled V-twin cruiser with laid-back power delivery, shaft drive smoothness, and a traditional touring feel enhanced by the windshield and saddlebags.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

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

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Units

At 709mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Yamaha V Star 1100 Silverado, 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: 1065.2 ccm
Power: 62.0 HP (45.6 kW)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2139 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 95.0 x 75.0 mm
Compression: 8.3:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 2
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multiplate wet

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1646 mm
Overall length: 2464 mm
Seat height: 709 mm
Dry weight: 289.8 kg
Wet weight: 303.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 140 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel; hidden shock
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 114 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: 282 mm
Front tyre: 130/90-16
Rear tyre: 170/80-15

Other

Color options: Raven, Galaxy Blue

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	2005	2007	2009	2010	2011	2013
Capacity	1063 cc	1065 cc	1065 cc	1065 cc	1065 cc	1065 cc
Dry weight	290 kg	290 kg	290 kg	290 kg	290 kg	290 kg
Seat height	709 mm	711 mm	709 mm	709 mm	709 mm	709 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L