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Yamaha V Star 950

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Yamaha V Star 950

2009–2017 · Cruisers

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Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom

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Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom

2007–2026 · Cruisers

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Key specifications

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
Engine displacement942.2 cm³903 cm³
Power60 hp (45 kW)51 hp (38 kW)
Torque—79 Nm
Wet weight278.1 kg277.1 kg
Seat height676 mm686 mm
Fuel tank capacity17 L20.1 L
Fuel consumption—4.9 L/100 km
Estimated fuel range—410 km

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Engine

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
Engine displacement942.2 cm³903 cm³
Power60 hp (45 kW)51 hp (38 kW)
Torque—79 Nm
Engine typeV-Twin, four-strokeV-Twin, four-stroke
CoolingAirLiquid
Fuel systemInjectionInjection

Transmission

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
GearboxManual 5-speedManual 5-speed
Final driveBeltBelt

Dimensions and weight

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
Wet weight278.1 kg277.1 kg
Seat height676 mm686 mm
Wheelbase1,684 mm1,646 mm
Ground clearance—140 mm
Fuel tank capacity17 L20.1 L

Chassis and suspension

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
FrameSteel, double-cradleDouble-cradle, steel
Front suspensionTelescopic fork41mm Showa telescopic fork
Rear suspensionSingle shockUni-Trak® swingarm, 7-way adjustable spring preload

Brakes and wheels

SpecificationYamaha V Star 9502017Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom2026
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.Single 300mm hydraulic disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.Single disc. Hydraulic.
Front tyre130/70-1880/90-21
Rear tyre170/70-16180/70-15