Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which has more power?

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star produces 63 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power output for this model); Yamaha Bolt R-spec produces 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star wins by 9 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 308 kg (wet/curb weight), Yamaha Bolt R-spec 252 kg (wet/curb weight).

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average), Yamaha Bolt R-spec 4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 7.5/10 and Yamaha Bolt R-spec 7.8/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec scores higher on the overall verdict. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star caveat: You prefer sporty handling or stand tall. Yamaha Bolt R-spec caveat: You need comfort for long weekend touring.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 63 hp. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 308 kg, 63 hp. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 252 kg, 54 hp.

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec

Q: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure), Yamaha Bolt R-spec 175 km/h (estimated).

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star: 63 hp @ 5,000 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power output for this model) hp, 308 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure), 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.