Yamaha V-Star XVS1100A Classic Questions & Answers

Try contacting Bobber Dave's in Traralgon Vic.

Check out Cobra. The US Website gives model specific information and there are a number of stockists in Australia. external link  hope that helps.

Cruiser customizing

I think it's a matter of personal opinion and what you are looking for, noise wise etc. I have cobras.

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Hi Graham,

I was about to list my black rear fender from my 1100 Classic on ebay, but happy to send you photos and a price if you wish. I'm only taking it off because I am turning the bike into a bobber and won't be needing it.

Regards, Ian

The Custom has a larger diameter and thinner front wheel with a smaller fender, a smaller head light, bare front forks (no chrome covers), and the bobbed rear fender with a narrower driver's seat. The Custom will be a tad lighter, but nothing that really make a big difference. The Custom has pegs and the Classic has floorboards. The kicker is, the Classic have heel & toe shifters while the Customs have just a toe shifter.

Taking apart (splitting) a gearbox is a bit of a specialised job, and even though I have done it (not on this bike though) I had supervision and help from a good motorcycle mechanic. With every bike I have seen it would be way easier and way less messy (oil wise) to remove the motor/gearbox from the frame to work on. You might want to ask a dedicated Yamaha mechanic/workshop but I'm thinking if you need to ask you should probably not attempt to do the work yourself anyway.

Thank you

Honestly? No idea. I had this bike on loan for 5 days and didn't do an oil change. However, most large bikes take between 3 & 4 Lt of oil if you do a full change (including the oil filter). Having said that, all bikes either have a sight glass on the side of the case or a dipstick so you can see how much oil to put in them. Be aware that it takes a little bit of time for the oil to get from the filler inlet to the bottom of the casing though so allow for that time. When I do an oil change I usually put in around 3 to 3 and a half litres straight away, let it settle for 10 minutes at least, then go back and add a little at a time while watching the levels. Hope this helps.

3.1 litres

100 miles + - 10 mi

Depends on wind and how hard you ride my ol car by model will do 220 to 240 Km before reserve at 110 ks

Hi wnttorid, I'm not certain that I fully understand your question. I have read numerous articles about the V Star 1100 and on occasions, 'starter clutch' problems have come up. This seems to fit the problem you're describing?

starter clutch is notorious for that

Starter clutch needs replacing. I had mine replaced at 15000km. The mechanic said it was a common fault. When pulled apart it had bits missing on the original part. Had to get a new one from USA as it was cheaper than buying it here in Australia.

Still cost $1200 fitted.

But she runs great now. 32000km on the clock now.

i have a 2008 xvs 1100 classic with 30.000.kms and it is just starting to have starting issues ,the starter clunks some times or wont turn over battery is on trickle charge when not in use , other times it starts first pop but during a ride stop starting can be an issue.