Yamaha Star Bolt
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Also called | Yamaha XV950 (UK) |
| Parent company | Yamaha |
| Production | since 2013 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | 942 cc (57.5 cu in) 4-stroke air-cooled V-twin |
| Bore / stroke | 85.0 x 83.0 (3.937 in x 4.646 in) |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Power | 46 hp (34 kW) @ 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 73 N·m (54 lbf·ft) @ 4,100 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed gearbox to belt drive |
| Frame type | Aluminium double cradle |
| Suspension | Telescopic fork, 4.7-in travel front, rear Dual shocks, 2.8-in travel |
| Brakes | 298 mm (11.7 in) Wave-type disc, 298mm front and rear |
| Wheelbase | 1,569.72 mm (61.800 in) |
| Dimensions |
L: 2,291.08 mm (90.200 in) W: 944.88 mm (37.200 in) H: 1,120.14 mm (44.100 in) |
| Seat height | 690.88 mm (27.200 in) |
| Weight |
N/A (dry) 244.94 kg (540.0 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.1 litres (2.7 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) [1] |
The Yamaha XV950 (also known as Star Bolt) is an entry level cruiser type motorcycle introduced in 2013 as a 2014 model, it features a 58-cubic-inch (942cc) air cooled 4-stroke, V-Twin, SOHC, 4-valve.
R-Spec: An optional R-Spec model exists that incorporates reservoir shocks and two additional colors (Matte Grey and Camo Green).
New Models: The 2015 Yamaha Bolt and R-Spec will be released in July 2014. New for 2015, Star has changed the chrome rear view mirrors to black and altered the meters on the gas tank. The 2015 Star Bolt has also received a new paint job with some new Bolt graphics on the tank and will be available in Candy Red, as well as, Glacier Blue.
The 2015 R-Spec has also seen some slight changes for this year, including the revised meters and new paint. The R-Spec will be available in Raven and Matte Silver.
References
- ↑ "2014 Star Motorcycles Bolt Specifications, specs". Starmotorcycles.com. Retrieved 2014-02-06.