YAMAHA V-STAR 950 TOURER: DETAILED SPECS, BACKGROUND, PERFORMANCE, AND MORE

The Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer is a good, well -rounded bike that is perfect for daily commutes  and long highway trips. The bike comes equipped with a windshield, leather-wrapped hard saddlebags, and a passenger backrest, ready to hit the road right away!

The V-Star Tourer is the ideal small-to-middleweight cruiser if you want to  get out of town for overnight adventures.

Read on to find out the detailed specifications, history, and performance of this incredible Yamaha cruiser.

Powered by a 942 cc V-twin engine, the V-Star 950 Tourer was introduced by Yamaha in 2009, along with the standard V-Star 950 XVS950, as a member of the Star Series.

Yamaha produced this bike from 2009 to 2018, until it was replaced by V-Star 1100.

The Star Motorcycles were launched by Yamaha in 1994 in the United States as a new stand-alone brand for their cruiser bikes. Yamaha continued its production and marketing even after the brand was expanded upon in 2006.

In 2016, Yamaha declared that it would be abandoning the “STAR” label and went on to sell these bikes under the Yamaha name.

The Star Series consists of eight different model families and offers a total of 22 different models to choose from, ranging from the little V-Star 250 to the powerful V-Star 1300.

The Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer debuted in 2009, along with the standard version of the V-Star 950. Yamaha’s main objective was to introduce a good entry-level cruiser with a design meant to fulfill the touring purposes.

Both the Tourer and Standard 950 had similar  engineering, both being powered with an air-cooled 942cc V-twin engine.  The only major difference was the addition of new touring features in the V-Star 950 Tourer, including the passenger backrests, saddlebags, and windshield. The V-Star 950 tourer was also a little heavier than the standard V-Star 950.

All the V-Star 950 Tourer models from 2009 to 2018 had almost exactly the same specs. However, small updates were incorporated to the color schemes and designs of the bike over the years to keep a fresh look.

Color Options:

2009: Liquid Silver, Raven, Candy Red
2010: Seashell, Raven
2011: Candy Red, Raven
2012: Impact Blue, Raven
2013: Candy Red, Raven

The 2014 V-Star 950 Tourer was updated with a wet sump lubrication system. No other major changes were made to the next models, except for the color and design.

Color Options:

2014: Raven
2015: Deep Blue, Pearl White
2016: Raven
2017-2018: Black Cherry

The Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer offers peace of mind that comes with a lighter, low-to-the-ground machine while providing the full touring comforts perfect for riders who want to explore the world.

Yamaha made sure to give this bike an elegant look by adding a blend of shaded , chrome parts and accessories. Along with a classic design, Yamaha also designed the V-Star 940 Tourer with good performance, a smooth five -speed transmission, and a hassle-free final belt drive.

The Yamaha V-Star 950 comes with a comprehensive list of touring-oriented features. With a lockable, quick-release passenger backrest and windshield, and leather-wrapped hard side bags, the bike is always ready to go on the highways or ride down the boulevard.

The standard equipment of the V-Star 950 Tourer also includes the heel-toe shifter, excessive lean angle sensor, and rider floorboards, making this bike a perfect touring package at an inexpensive price of $9,999.

Similar to the other Star models, The V-Star 950 Tourer has a custom style with exceptional attention to detail. The bike features bobbed fenders, black and silver cast wheels, and a low-profile gas tank covered with elegant logos.

The V-Star 950 Tourer boasts a traditional design with tank-mounted instrumentation, a huge front end, several chrome parts, and a comfy, low seat that makes stopping the bike a breeze.

The heart of the V-Star 950 Tourer is a modern air-cooled 942cc V-twin engine with a single-pin crank and belt final drive. The strong V-twin engine is capable of producing 70 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm. The engine’s impressive power and five-speed transmission make riding this bike an enjoyable experience, whether on city streets or the country roads.

Yamaha's premium fuel injection system provides good mileage, as well as predictable, accurate acceleration. Moreover, the special compact roller-type arms with needle bearings keep the friction loss to a minimum and enable the engine to achieve high-performance statistics.

The V-Star 950 Tourer is a quiet bike with no vibrations, thanks to the light and strong design of the forged aluminum pistons that help to reduce vibrations.

The Yamaha V-Star 950 is a magnificent introduction to the cruiser class, with a full-sized chassis that provides plenty of room for both the rider and the passenger, as well as ample storage capacity for saddlebags.

The 18”/16” wheels have large rotors for strong stopping force, and the suspension has been fine-tuned to provide a comfortable ride on almost every surface.

The Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer has enough power (50 hp at 7000 rpm) to be enjoyable for both new and experienced riders. However, its low seat, excellent handling and light design add to the non-intimidating factor, making this bike more appealing to novice riders.

Comfortable riding position, slightly wide handlebars, smooth handling, low 26.6-inch seat, wide floorboards, and chassis, all add up to the V-Star 950 Tourer’s good ergonomics.

If well-maintained and properly ridden, the Yamaha Star Venture can last for well over 150,000 miles. Since the average mileage for a motorcycle is between 3,000 and 5,000 miles per year, a Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer should last for at least 30 years.

The MSRP (Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price) of the 2018 Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer is $9,999. However, the price may vary depending upon the model year, country, taxes, and accessories.

The Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer has a 942 cc modern air-cooled engine.

The Yamaha V-Star motorcycles are well known for their reliability. The V-Star 950 Tourer is a well-balanced, mid-size cruiser that is fantastic in every way. If you want a bike with plenty of power and comfort on longer trips, the V-Star 950 Tourer is your way to go!

Although the V-Star 950 Tourer comes with already installed windshields, saddlebags, and passenger backrests, there are plenty of other aftermarket work options available to help you create  your dream bike. These may include fairings, handlebars, crash bars, seats, and headlights.

You can also personalize this touring cruiser by adding extra saddlebags, along with luggage racks to carry your luggage around. Moreover, sissy bars can also be installed on the V Star 950 Tourer to make it extra safe for longer touring rides.