Tuesday, February 11, 2014
YAMAHA V Star 950 Tourer 942 2009 Present
YAMAHA V-Star 950 Tourer 942 (2009 - Present) Description & History: As a new benchmark in middleweight cruiser class, the V Star 950 brings it all together in an exciting new package. A muscular 942cc air-cooled V-twin engine with plenty of distinctive, big-cruiser character and pulsing torque feel.The new 942cc 60° V-twin engine is both simple and sophisticated. Traditional air cooling is used, but this engine also has four-valve cylinder heads, ceramic-composite-lined cylinders, forged aluminum pistons, and fuel injection for spirited performance. A straightforward SOHC design is used, with special compact roller-type rocker arms, helps to keep the top end lighter for more mass centralization. The stylish 2-into-1 exhaust system has been meticulously tuned to provide an exceptionally pleasing, yet throaty exhaust note, yet it also includes 3-way catalyst technology to reduce air pollution. The tourer version features many accessories like saddlebags, windshield etc.
YAMAHA V-Star 950 Tourer 942 2009 - Present Full Specifications:
Brand: YAMAHA, Model: V Star, Type: V-Star 950 Tourer 2009, Name Year: V-Star 950 Tourer 942 2009 - Present, Engine Type: air-cooled 4-stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4-valve, Displacement: 942 cm3, Bore Xstroke: 3.34 x 3.26 in OR 84.8x82.8 mm, Compression: 9:1, Horsepower: -, Torque: -, Fuel System: Fuel Injection, Gearbox: Manual, 5 Speed, Clutch: Wet multi-plate type, Primary Drive: Chain, Final Drive: Belt, Frame: Double cradle, high-tensile steel, Front Suspension: Telescopic fork, 5.3-in.travel, Rear Suspension: Single shock, 4.3-in travel, Front Brake: Hydraulic disc, 320mm, Rear Brake: Hydraulic disc, 298mm, Length: 95.9 in OR 2436 mm, Width: 39.4 in OR 1001 mm, Seat Height: 26.5 in OR 673 mm, Wellbase: 66.3 in OR 1684 mm, Ground Clearance: -, Weight: 612 lbs OR 278 kg, Fuel Capacity: 4.4 gallons OR 4.4 L, Tyres Front: 130/70-18M/C 63H, Tyres Rear: 170/70-16 M/C 75H.
