2020 Yamaha XVS650 (Learner Approved) Thomastown, Melbourne

The learner approved V-Star 650s have topped the cruiser sales charts for a number of years with good reason.

Plenty of attitude in a surprisingly lean and low package - priced to leave more room in your pocketbook to express yourself with cool Custom Star Accessories.

A low seat height means just about anyone can ride one – and more crucially, the 650s have the fit, finish, reliability and performance that all our Stars are known for.

An ideal starting point to the world of V-twin, the 650 V-Stars punch well above their weight. Meaning you get all the benefits of sweet handling and light weight while you appear to be riding a full bore badass V-twin.

Now there's no reason to settle for less than a real Star.

PRICE: P.O.A

Forty cubic inches

Beautifully chromed and polished 649cc air-cooled, SOHC 70 degree V-twin cranks out torquey low and mid range power with minimal engine rpm - maximum torque is reached at only 3000 rpm - for powerful, smooth cruising performance.

Shaft Drive

Low maintenance shaft drive provides quiet, hassle-free performance. Right-side two-into-two chrome exhaust pipes contribute to the sleek styling and sweet aura persona of the V-Star 650.

Classic instrumentation

Mounted atop the beautiful teardrop tank, this chromed speedometer designed with a large face for easy reading or tripmeter/odometer displays, as well as turn signal, neutral, high beam, and engine diagnostic indicator lights.

Powerful Brakes

Single front disc and rear drum brakes deliver strong, confidence-inspiring stopping power.

Make it your own

Tight, figure-hugging lines with more compact mudguards and cushions and a set of spoked wheels give the 650 Custom a raw, stripped down appearance. There's an extra edge to its character that forms a perfect platform for an upgrade project.

TECHNICAL SPECS

Engine
Chassis
Dimensions

Engine Type	Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve, V-twin
Displacement (cc)	649.0
Bore x Stroke (mm)	81.0 x 63.0
Compression Ratio	9.0 : 1
Lubrication System	Wet sump
Fuel Management	28mm Mikuni downdraft-type
Ignition	TCI
Starter System	Electric
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)	16.0
Final Transmission	Shaft
Transmission	Constant mesh 5-speed

Frame Type	Steel double cradle
Suspension Front	Telescopic forks, 140mm travel
Suspension Rear	Swingarm (link suspension), with adjustable preload, 86mm travel
Brakes Front	Hydraulic single disc, 298mm
Brakes Rear	Drum
Tyres Front	100/90-19M/C 57S Tube type
Tyres Rear	170/80-15 M/C 77S Tube type

Length (mm)	2340
Width (mm)	880
Height (mm)	1075
Seat Height (mm)	695
Wheelbase (mm)	1610
Ground Clearance (mm)	140
Wet Weight (kg)	233