XVZ 1300 AT Royal Star Tour Classic

1998 Yamaha XVZ 1300 AT Royal Star Tour Classic Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 1998 Yamaha XVZ 1300 AT Royal Star Tour Classic utilizes a 1294 cc (79 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 74 HP (54 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 3,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 57.2 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (3,250 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the XVZ 1300 AT Royal Star Tour Classic measures 316 kg (697 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.27 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.