Yamaha Xvs1300a Midnight Star
The Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star was introduced in 2007 as a successor to the XVS1100A V-Star Classic, featuring a larger 1304cc V-twin engine with a more refined cruiser styling aimed at the touring and custom cruiser market. It offered a blend of classic American cruiser aesthetics with Japanese engineering reliability, competing directly against Harley-Davidson's mid-size cruisers. The model was notable for its fuel injection, shaft drive, and comfortable ergonomics, remaining in production through the mid-2010s before being phased out.
63 hp
Power
108 Nm
Torque
308 kg
Weight
175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure)
Top Speed
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Rock-Solid Reliability
The XVS1300A shares its engine architecture with the proven V-Star lineup, giving it an excellent long-term reliability record with minimal major mechanical failures reported even beyond 50,000 miles.
Watch the Fuel Pump
A known weak point is the fuel pump, which can fail prematurely and cause stalling or hard starts — inspect service records and budget around $150-$300 for a replacement if buying used.
Strong Resale Value
The Midnight Star holds its value better than many cruisers in its class due to its attractive blacked-out styling and broad appeal, making it a smart buy that's also easy to sell later.
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