Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition - [2005] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition - [2005]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition
  • Year: 2005 | 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: 335 kgs (738 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 319 kgs (703 lbs)
  • Power: 62.6 bhp (46 kW) @ 4000 rpm
  • Torque: 98.8 lb-ft (133.9 Nm) @ 2250 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 186.8 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 294.9 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 19.8 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 20.2 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 Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2005. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Phantom and the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC.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 2005 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 335 kgs (738 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour or the 2024 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour Auto, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally - [2025] image

The 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally - [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 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [73.4 bhp (54 kW) @ 8750 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 NT 1100 Manual [77.4 lb-ft (104.9 Nm) @ 6250 rpm] and the 2024 Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade [82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 12000 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 DN-01 V-Twin - [2008] image

The 2008 Honda DN-01 V-Twin has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition.

The 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition has a Power to weight ratio of 186.8 bhp per ton and 294.9 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2005 XV 1600 competing with the 2008 Honda DN-01 V-Twin [211.8 bhp\ton] and the 1970 Honda SL 350 Single Cylinder [211.5 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 294.9 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 2018 Kawasaki Z 900 A2 Rider Addition [319.9 lb-ft per ton] and the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [319.2 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 19.8 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 20.2 secs, this makes the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition similar in acceleration to the 2017 Honda CB 300 F (19.8 secs) and the 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star Silverado S Limited Edition (19.8 secs). This Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition 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 Road Star Silverado S Limited Edition - [2005] image

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

When talking about the performance of the 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition 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 Road Star Silverado S Limited Edition (14.3 secs) and the 1992 Suzuki TS 185 Sierra (14.3 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2005 version of the Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition has a maximum speed of 109mph.

Yamaha Tenere 700 - [2025] image

Top Speed of the 2005 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 2005 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star Silverado S Limited Edition then how about a 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 (120 mph) and the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally (120 mph).

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