Yamaha V-star 950 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha V-star 950 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Yamaha V-star 950: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha V-star 950
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
54 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
82 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
261 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model)
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
82 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly)
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha V-star 950
7.5/10
"A dependable, fuss-free cruiser that rewards patient, practical used buyers."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero chain maintenance
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Low seat, confidence inspiring
Cons
−Front fork seals leak early
−Top speed feels breathless highway
−Suspension firm over rough roads
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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