Yamaha XVS1300A Midnight Star

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Following in the long and low styling of classic cruisers, the 2008 Yamaha XVS Midnight Star embraces a whole host of new technological enhancements, while maintaining the traditional cruiser look for continued timeless style.

Representing a fusion between innovative and sophisticated new components, combined with proven successful design, the 2008 Yamaha XVS Midnight Star

gives riders the best of both worlds. With beautiful flowing bodywork, better rigidity and stability, and a fantastic high performance liquid-cooled 1304cc V-twin engine, this cruiser lacks nothing. Without losing any part of their traditional cruiser heritage, Yamaha have updated the XVS Midnight Star, making it the standard by which all other mid-sized cruisers are compared.

Vibration has been minimised using a new dual-balancer belt drive system that can handle the strong, irregular pulses of power emitted from the centre of this purring beast. Immaculately suited to the huge V-Twin high torque power delivery engine, this clean and moderately quiet final drive system also presents the advantage of requiring very little routine maintenance.

The 2008 Yamaha XVS Midnight Star offers new levels of engine performance combined with an easy handling chassis. With the fuel injected SOHC 4-valve cylinder head facilitating a smooth intake and exhaust gas flow, it takes cruiser design into new territory and positions the Yamaha XVS Midnight Star at the forefront of next generation cruisers.

Rarely do Yamaha motorcycles receive such accolade from both speed enthusiasts and riders who appreciate the traditional heritage of cruising style. Neither aspect is lacking on this inspiring middleweight cruiser. You get good speed and power delivery and high-torque performance, along with some of the most resonant, sensual styling ever seen on a conventional motorbike! In conclusion, the 2008 Yamaha XVS Midnight Star represents a magical blend of advanced engine and chassis technology, with the most select elements of classic cruiser design. It has it all.

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