XV 1600 Wild Star

2000 Yamaha XV 1600 Wild Star Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2000 Yamaha XV 1600 Wild Star pairs a 1599 cc (97.6 cu in) v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 63 HP (46 kW) at 4,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 134 Nm (98.8 lb-ft) at 2,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 39.4 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (2,250 rpm) and peak power (4,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the XV 1600 Wild Star measures 307 kg (677 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 710 mm (28 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,620 mm (63.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 160 km/h (99 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1999 to 2000, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.