Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star - [2002] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star - [2002]

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Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star - [2002]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star
  • Year: 2002 | Type: Cruiser
  • Engine: 1602 cc (97.7 ci) 8 Valve
  • Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: OHV
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Belt
  • Wet Weight: 325 kgs (716 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 307 kgs (676 lbs)
  • Power: 62.6 bhp (46 kW) @ 4000 rpm
  • Torque: 98.8 lb-ft (133.9 Nm) @ 2250 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 192.6 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 304.0 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 19.2 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 19.6 secs
  • Top Speed: 109 mph (175.4 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 14.2 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha XV 1600 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2002. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2003 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC and the 2003 Suzuki Raider 150 - Satria F150.This particular Yamaha XV 1600 has a 1602cc Air cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984] image

An alternative Horizontal In-Line engine, Cruiser style motorbike includes the Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura - [1984]

The 2002 XV 1600 shares its Horizontal In-Line engine and Cruiser style configuration with the likes of the 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura and the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the XV 1600's Cruiser style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1986 Suzuki GV 1200 GLF Madura | 1986cc.1985 Suzuki GV 1200 GLF Madura | 1985cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 325 kgs (716 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour Auto or the 2022 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour Auto, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha Tenere 700 - [2025] image

The 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tenere 700 - [2025]

In terms of power the 1602cc 8 valve Horizontal In-Line 2 cylinder engine produces 62.6 bhp (46 kW) @ 4000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm].

The OHV Two stroke unit throws out torque of 98.8 lb-ft (133.9 Nm) @ 2250 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2024 Honda CRF 1100 L Africa Twin [82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 5500 rpm] and the 2024 Honda CRF 1100 L Africa Twin Adventure Sports [82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 5500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha XV 1600 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Honda VTX 1300 T - [2008] image

The 2008 Honda VTX 1300 T has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star.

The 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star has a Power to weight ratio of 192.6 bhp per ton and 304.0 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2002 XV 1600 competing with the 2008 Honda VTX 1300 T [217.6 bhp\ton] and the 2006 Honda VTX 1300 T [217.6 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha XV 1600 generating around 304.0 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1994 Suzuki RF 900 R [328.4 lb-ft per ton] and the 1995 Suzuki RF 900 R S2 [328.4 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 19.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 19.6 secs, this makes the Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star similar in acceleration to the 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star (19.2 secs) and the 1999 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star (19.2 secs). This Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition - [2005] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star and the 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition

When talking about the performance of the 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 14.3 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition (14.3 secs) and the 1973 Suzuki TS 185 Sierra (14.3 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2002 version of the Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star has a maximum speed of 109mph.

Yamaha Tenere 700 - [2025] image

Top Speed of the 2002 XV 1600 equals the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star then how about a 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 (120 mph) and the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally (120 mph).

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