2014 Yamaha Star Bolt Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2014 Yamaha Star Bolt features a 942 cc (57.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 85.0 x 83.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Star Bolt measures 244.9 kg (540 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 691 mm (27.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,570 mm (61.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 12.11-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.7 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 258 km (160 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2014 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~258 km (160 mi)
Engine
Displacement942.0 ccm (57.48 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke85.0 x 83.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum double-cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks
Rear Travel71 mm (2.8 inches)
Wheelbase1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-19
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. Wave-type disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Wave-type disc
Rear Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.244.9 kg (540.0 pounds)
Seat Height691 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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