XVS Drag Star 125

2000 Yamaha XVS Drag Star 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2000 Yamaha XVS Drag Star 125 custom - cruiser motorcycle, Yamaha utilizes a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 104.8 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 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 Drag Star 125 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 665 mm (26.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.