Yamaha Virago 535 vs Yamaha V-star 950
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Virago 535 vs Yamaha V-star 950. Yamaha Virago 535: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Virago 535
Yamaha V-star 950
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
82 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
261 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
40 hp @ 7,500 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model)
Torque
44 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
82 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly)
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Virago 535
7.5/10
"A brilliant starter cruiser if you buy smart and inspect carefully."
Pros
+Dead reliable when maintained
+Cheap parts everywhere
+Forgiving low-speed handling
Cons
−Carbs need attention always
−Charging system fails regularly
−Worn suspension almost universal
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
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