Design
The V Star 1300 Tourer gets even more chrome, if that’s even possible. The chrome headlight housing and chrome belt guard complements the gloss black finish on the frame, adding a high-quality look that’s right on par with Star Motorcycle’s reputation. It also has hard leather-wrapped sidebags, a passenger backrest, and windshield. The touring package is designed from the factory so it’s styled consistently with the bike’s fluid lines.The midsize V Star 1300 Tourer brings modern-classic styling along for a lighter, sportier, hot-rod-inspired ride. A retro-modern bar-mounted instrumentation is also present, containing an analog speedometer along with an LCD display indicator lights for high beam, turn signal, low oil level, low fuel, coolant temperature, neutral, and engine diagnostic function. Rounding out the design features of the V Star 1300 are the floating floorboards and the adjustable heel and toe shifter that provide a comfortable, low-effort ride, and make moving through the 5-speed gearbox a snap. There is also a bright multireflector headlight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses.
Performance
Powering the V Star 1300 Tourer is a 1,304cc 60-degree, SOHC, V-twin engine that delivers smooth power to the ground, while maintaining the
classic big cruiser sound and pulse characteristics. The engine is fuel injected with each cylinder fed by its own injector spraying into twin 36mm intake valves, while the twin bore design allows the computer-controlled system to feed a precise amount of fuel/air mixture to the engine. The result is strong, smooth, and seamless performance across the full range of engine rpm. A new cooling system on the bike routes the liquid through hidden hoses and internal engine passages for air-cooled looks and liquid-cooled performance. The oil filter is easy to get to, but also tucked nearly out of sight for clean, pure looks while the belt drive transfers power from the transmission to the wheel with authority.
Chassis and Suspension
The Star Motorcycle V Star 1300 Tourer has been built on a double cradle steel frame, giving the bike a rigid base for nimble handling while also allowing enough frame flex to be comfortable on the open road. The swingarm’s sleek design is intergrated into the overall styling of the whole bike. The bike features 41mm fork tubes with stainless covers that not only look great, but also serve up a smooth, controlled ride. Dual 298mm front and single rear disc brakes provide consistent and predictable stopping power for driving in traffic or out on the open highway.
Specifications
gallery: 2011 Star Motorcycle V Star 1300 Tourer
