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Yamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star

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Yamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star

2007–2016 · Cruisers

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Honda VTX 1300R

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Honda VTX 1300R

2005–2012 · Cruisers

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Key specifications

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
Engine displacement1,304 cm³1,312 cm³
Power73 hp (54 kW)63 hp (47 kW)
Torque106 Nm—
Wet weight304 kg322.1 kg
Seat height690 mm696 mm
Fuel tank capacity19 L18.2 L

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Engine

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
Engine displacement1,304 cm³1,312 cm³
Power73 hp (54 kW)63 hp (47 kW)
Torque106 Nm—
Engine typeV-Twin, four-strokeV-Twin, four-stroke
CoolingLiquidLiquid
Fuel systemInjectionCarburettor

Transmission

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
GearboxManual 5-speedManual 5-speed
Final driveBeltShaft

Dimensions and weight

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
Wet weight304 kg322.1 kg
Seat height690 mm696 mm
Wheelbase1,690 mm1,669 mm
Ground clearance145 mm—
Fuel tank capacity19 L18.2 L

Chassis and suspension

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
FrameDouble cradle, steelAluminium
Front suspensionTelescopic forks41mm fork
Rear suspensionSwingarm, monocrossRear: Dual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability

Brakes and wheels

SpecificationYamaha XV S1300A Midnight Star2016Honda VTX 1300R2012
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicDouble disc. Twin-piston caliper
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front tyre130/90-16140/80-17
Rear tyre170/70-16170/80-15