Comparison of Kawasaki VN900 Custom 2009 and Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic 2006 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic 2006 × |  Kawasaki VN900 Custom 2009 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2006 | 2009 |
| Make | Yamaha | Kawasaki |
| Model | Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic | Kawasaki VN900 Custom |
| Category | Touring | Custom / cruiser |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. (2) 37mm Mikuni downdraft-type w/throttle position sensor | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,063 | 903 |
| Cooling system | Air | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Belt |
| Torque (Nm) | - | 78 |
| Bore (mm) | 95 | 88 |
| Stroke (mm) | 75 | 74.2 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Digital TCI | TCBI with Electronic Advance |
| Compression | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in. |
| Rear suspension | Single shock, link-type, w/adjustable preload | Uni-Track® swingarm, seven-way adjustable spring preload / 4.1 in. |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 282 | 270 |
| Front tyre | 130/90-16 | 80/90-21 |
| Rear tyre | 170/80-15 | 180/70-15 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 140 | - |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 114 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Electric |
| Color options | - |
|
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,646 | 1,646 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 272 | 278 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,095 | 1,120 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,464 | 2,405 |
| Overall width (mm) | 945 | 894 |
| Seat height (mm) | 711 | 686 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 17.03 | 20.06 |
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