At the heart of the 2001 Yamaha XVS 125 Drag Star custom - cruiser motorcycle, Yamaha relies on a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.4 Nm (6.9 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 104.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (10,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the XVS 125 Drag Star measures 144 kg (317 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.08 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 670 mm (26.4 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,530 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 107 km/h (66 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2001 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
104.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.08 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–10,000 rpm
Standover Height
670 mm (26.4 in)
Engine
Displacement124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power13.0 HP (9.5 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque9.4 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 6.9 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Bore x Stroke41.0 x 47.0 mm (1.6 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed107.0 km/h (66.5 mph)
Chassis
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear Travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-18
Rear Tyre130/90-15
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake
Rear Brake Ø130 mm (5.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight144.0 kg (317.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0903 HP/kg
Seat Height670 mm (26.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
