2015 Yamaha V Star 1300 Deluxe Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2015 Yamaha V Star 1300 Deluxe touring motorcycle, Yamaha pairs a 1311.1 cc (80 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the V Star 1300 Deluxe measures 325.2 kg (717 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 1,689 mm (66.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 18.55-liter (4.9 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 331 km (206 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2013 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~331 km (206 mi)
Engine
Displacement1311.1 ccm (80.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 83.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionTransistor Controlled Ignition
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate wet clutch
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble Cradle
Front Suspension41mm Telescopic fork
Front Travel135 mm (5.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock
Rear Travel109 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-M16
Rear Tyre170/70-B16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Wheels7-spoke aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.325.2 kg (717.0 pounds)
Seat Height691 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
