Yamaha V Star 650 CUSTOM
- Production years
- 2005–2017
- Brand
- Yamaha
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YAMAHA V-Star 650 Custom (2014-Present)
Selected year: 2017
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Power
- 44 hp (33 kW)
- Wet weight
- 233 kg
- Seat height
- 710 mm
Overview
The Yamaha V Star 650 CUSTOM is a cruiser produced from 2005 through 2017. The 2017 model uses a 649 cm³, four-stroke V-twin producing 44 hp (33 kW) and 51 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, with a wet weight of 233 kg.
Its 710 mm seat height gives it a low seating position, while the 233 kg wet weight can make tight, slow maneuvers more demanding. Shaft drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment; the 16-liter tank and listed fuel consumption of 4.80 liters/100 km correspond to a calculated range of about 333 km, and the rear shock's preload adjustment lets you tune it for load and riding conditions.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 81.0 x 63.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 649 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- TCI
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 110 g/km CO₂
- Fuel consumption
- 4.8 L/100 km
- Power
- 44 hp (33 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1876 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 51 Nm at 4,000 rpm
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 16 L
- Overall height
- 1,075 mm
- Overall length
- 2,340 mm
- Overall width
- 880 mm
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Wet weight
- 233 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,610 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Steel frame
- Front suspension
- 41mm aluminum telescopic front fork
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear suspension
- Link-type, preload-adjustable single rear shock
- Rear wheel travel
- 86 mm
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Rear tyre
- 170/80-15
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- White
Model years
2015
Seat height: 709 mm → 710 mm; Fuel capacity: 15.9 L → 16 L
| Specification | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ | 649 cm³ |
| Power | 44 hp (33 kW) | 44 hp (33 kW) | 44 hp (33 kW) | 44 hp (33 kW) |
| Torque | — | 51 Nm | 51 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Wet weight | 233 kg | 233 kg | 233 kg | 233 kg |
| Seat height | 709 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.9 L | 16 L | 16 L | 16 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Low seat
At 710 mm, the seat height makes it easier for many riders to reach the ground at a stop.
Shaft final drive
The shaft drive eliminates routine chain cleaning and adjustment.
Adjustable rear preload
The rear shock's preload adjustment lets you adapt the suspension to different loads.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
A wet weight of 233 kg can take more effort to maneuver in a parking lot or when moving the bike by hand.
Rear drum brake
The 200 mm rear drum gives you less direct brake feel than a rear disc.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
710 mm
Approx. loaded height
680 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 16 L at 4.8 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
333 km
With 10% reserve
300 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine size of the 2017 Yamaha V Star 650 CUSTOM?
It has a 649 cm³, four-stroke V-twin engine.
How much power and torque does it make?
It produces 44 hp (33 kW) and 51 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
What is the fuel range of the V Star 650 CUSTOM?
Its 16-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 333 km at the listed fuel consumption.
Does the V Star 650 CUSTOM use chain or shaft drive?
It uses shaft final drive, so there is no chain to clean or adjust.
