Cruisers

2005Yamaha XVS 1100 A DragStar Classic

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The 2005 Yamaha XVS 1100 A DragStar Classic is a big, traditionally styled cruiser. Its air-cooled 1,063cc V-twin makes 61.7 hp and 85 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A low 710 mm seat, 272 kg dry weight and a 17-litre tank suit relaxed, low-maintenance cruising.

Capacity: 1063.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 272.0 kg
Seat height: 710 mm
Power: 61.7 HP (45.4 kW)

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What’s new for the 2005 Yamaha XVS 1100 A DragStar Classic

vs the 2004

Spec	2004	2005
Power	61.7 HP (45.4 kW) @ 5750 RPM	61.7 HP (45.4 kW)

Other years 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring55%

Two-up55%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and weekend rides where style and low-end torque matter more than speed.
Built for: A classic-styled shaft-drive cruiser with a lazy, torquey V-twin character that rewards smooth, unhurried riding.
Not ideal for: Not suited to riders seeking sharp cornering agility, high-speed touring, or any off-road capability.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 710mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2005 Yamaha XVS 1100 A DragStar Classic, 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: 1063.0 ccm
Power: 61.7 HP (45.4 kW)
Torque: 85.0 Nm (8.7 kgf-m) @ 2500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2268 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
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet, multiple disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1645 mm
Overall length: 2460 mm
Overall width: 945 mm
Overall height: 1095 mm
Seat height: 710 mm
Dry weight: 272.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 145 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Swingarm link suspension
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 113 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: Metallic 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	2000	2002	2004	2005	2007
Capacity	1063 cc	1063 cc	1063 cc	1063 cc	1063 cc
Dry weight	265 kg	272 kg	272 kg	272 kg	272 kg
Seat height	690 mm	710 mm	710 mm	710 mm	710 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L