Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2013 and Yamaha XVS950A Midnight Star 2011

Comparison of Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2013 and Yamaha XVS950A Midnight Star 2011 [S]ave

Attribute
Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2013 ×
Yamaha XVS950A Midnight Star 2011 ×
General
Production from (year)20132011
MakeKawasakiYamaha
ModelKawasaki VN 900 ClassicYamaha XVS950A Midnight Star
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Valves per cylinder-4
Fuel systemInjectionInjection
Displacement (cm³)903942
Power (kw)36.238.6
Cooling systemLiquidAir
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)7876.8
Bore (mm)8885
Stroke (mm)74.283
Gearbox-5-speed
Fuel controlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigitalTCI
ClutchWet multi-disc, manualWet, Multiple Disc
Lubrication systemForced Lubrication, wet sumpWet sump
Compression9.5:19.0:1
Chassis
Front suspension41 mm telescopic fork with 7-way preloadTelescopic forks, 41 mm
Rear suspensionUni-TrakSwingarm
Front brakesSingle disc. Twin-pistonDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Twin-pistonSingle disc
Diameter (mm)270298
Frame typeDouble-cradle, steelSteel Double Cradle
Front tyre130/90-16130/70-M18
Rear tyre180/70-15170/70-B16
Trail (mm)169145
Rake (fork angle) (degree)30-
Other
StarterElectricElectric
Color options
  • black
  • black
  • blue
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,6451,685
Kerb weight (kg)282278
Overall height (mm)1,0651,080
Overall length (mm)2,4652,435
Overall width (mm)1,0051,000
Seat height (mm)680675
Ground clearance (mm)135145
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)2017
Oil capacity (l)-4



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