2007Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar

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The 2007 Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar is an entry-level cruiser designed for new and budget-conscious riders seeking classic styling on a manageable platform. Its air-cooled V-twin engine delivers reliable low-end torque ideal for relaxed cruising, while the carbureted powertrain and lightweight 649cc displacement make it accessible and affordable to own and maintain.

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Seat height: 710 mm
Power: 39.4 HP (29.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2007 Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar

vs the 2006

Spec	2006	2007
Torque	50.9 Nm (5.2 kgf-m or 37.5 ft.lbs)	50.1 Nm (5.1 kgf-m or 37.0 ft.lbs)
Dry weight	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)	229.0 kg (504.9 pounds)
Seat height	695 mm (27.4 inches)	710 mm (28.0 inches)
Rear suspension	Swingarm Monocross	Swingarm (Monocross)
Front brakes	Double disc	Single disc

Other years 1997 1998 1999 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering35%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring55%

Two-up45%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and easy commuting rather than outright speed or sport riding.
Built for: A classic air-cooled V-twin character with a soft, unhurried torque delivery and shaft-drive smoothness that rewards a relaxed throttle hand.
Not ideal for: Not suited to riders seeking sharp cornering ability, high-speed touring, or any kind of 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 2007 Yamaha XVS 650 DragStar, 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: 649.0 ccm
Power: 39.4 HP (29.0 kW)
Torque: 50.1 Nm (5.1 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin
Power/weight ratio: 0.1721 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 63.0 mm
Compression: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 1
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1625 mm
Overall length: 2450 mm
Overall width: 930 mm
Overall height: 1105 mm
Seat height: 710 mm
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Ground clearance: 145 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm (Monocross)
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 98 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 200 mm
Front tyre: 160/90-(16
Rear tyre: 170/80-M15

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1997	1999	2003	2005	2007
Capacity	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc	649 cc
Dry weight	214 kg	214 kg	214 kg	220 kg	229 kg
Seat height	695 mm	695 mm	695 mm	695 mm	710 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L