Yamaha Virago 750 vs Yamaha V-star 1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Virago 750 vs Yamaha V-star 1100. Yamaha Virago 750: 50 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated — note: Yamaha did not always publish official figures) hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated — note: varies by year and configuration), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha V-star 1100: 62 hp @ 5,750 rpm hp, 272 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Virago 750
Yamaha V-star 1100
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
62 hp
Torque (Nm)
57 Nm
87 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
272 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
50 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated — note: Yamaha did not always publish official figures)
62 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Torque
57 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
87 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated — note: varies by year and configuration)
175 km/h
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
272 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.0 L/100km or approximately 20 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Virago 750
7.5/10
"A dependable, unfussy classic that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof shaft drive reliability
+Smooth predictable V-twin power
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Carbs need frequent attention
−Scarce cosmetic trim parts
−Limited aftermarket support
Yamaha V-star 1100
7.5/10
"A dependable, unpretentious cruiser that rewards patient, practical riders."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero maintenance
+Exceptional long-term reliability
+Smooth, torquey V-twin
Cons
−Suspension genuinely poor stock
−Carb needs attention neglected
−Cramped for taller riders
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