Yamaha XVS1100A DragStar Classic review

Something of a tart's handbag, the Drag Stars are enduringly popular, if shall we say, a little like Milletts: camp.
Reliable engine and OTT cruiser styling
Hardly quick off the mark and be careful of the statement it may make about your sexual orientation...

Another mobile jeweller's shop, but here with 1100cc between your legs. The engine will last forever, but most journeys will feel as if they do too.Another mobile jeweller's shop, but here with 1100cc between your legs. The engine will last forever, but most journeys will feel as if they do too.

Length (mm)2460
Width (mm)945
Height (mm)1095
Dryweight (kg)272
Seats0
Seat Height (mm)710
Suspension FrontTelescopic forks
Suspension RearSwingarm link suspension
Tyres Front130/90-16 M/C 67S
Tyres Rear170/80-15 M/C 77S
Brakes FrontDual 298mm discs
Brakes RearSingle 282mm disc
Wheelbase (mm)1645
Ground Clearance (mm)145
Cubic Capacity (cc)1063
Valves4
Max Power (bhp)65
Max Power Peak (rpm)5500
Torque (ft/lb)65
Torque Peak (rpm)4500
Bore (mm)95
Stroke (mm)75
Valve GearSOHC
Compression Ratio8.3
Valves Per Cylinder2
CoolingAir cooled
Stroke TypeFour Stroke
DriveChain