Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. - [2015] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. - [2015]

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Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. - [2015]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E.
  • Year: 2015 | Type: Cruiser
  • Engine: 1304 cc (79.5 ci) 8 Valve
  • Engine Type: Horizontal In-Line | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: SOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Belt
  • Wet Weight: 293 kgs (645 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 72 bhp (53 kW) @ 5600 rpm
  • Torque: 81.8 lb-ft (110.9 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 245.7 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 279.1 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 15.0 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 15.4 secs
  • Top Speed: 103 mph (165.7 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.86 secs @ 99 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha XVS 1300 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. is the 5 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2015. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2016 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2015 Honda AF24 Giorno.This particular Yamaha XVS 1300 has a 1304cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Horizontal In-Line Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

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 2015 XVS 1300 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 XVS 1300's Cruiser style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1984 Honda VF 1100 S Sabre V65 | 1984cc.1986 Suzuki GV 1200 GLF Madura | 1986cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 293 kgs (645 lbs) this makes the Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda VT 750 C Shadow Aero or the 2024 Honda VT 750 C Shadow Phantom, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder  - [2025] image

The 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder - [2025]

In terms of power the 1304cc 8 valve Horizontal In-Line 2 cylinder engine produces 72 bhp (53 kW) @ 5600 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [73.4 bhp (54 kW) @ 8750 rpm] or the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm].

The SOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 81.8 lb-ft (110.9 Nm) @ 4000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm] and the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha XVS 1300 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT - [2006] image

The 2006 Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E..

The 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. has a Power to weight ratio of 245.7 bhp per ton and 279.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2015 XVS 1300 competing with the 2006 Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT [270.2 bhp\ton] and the 2008 Kawasaki VN 2000 Vulcan Classic LT [270.2 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 XVS 1300 generating around 279.1 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 1999 Yamaha XV 1600 A Road Star [304.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 1999 Yamaha XV 1600 A Wild Star [304.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 15.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 15.4 secs, this makes the Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. similar in acceleration to the 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker Bullet Cowl (15.0 secs) and the 2015 Honda CB 500 F (15.0 secs). This Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. 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 XS 850 SG Special - [1980] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. and the 1980 Yamaha XS 850 SG Special

When talking about the performance of the 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 13.3 secs @ 99 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1980 Yamaha XS 850 SG Special (13.3 secs) and the 2007 Kawasaki ER-6 n (13.3 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2015 version of the Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. has a maximum speed of 103mph.

Honda DN-01 V-Twin - [2008] image

Top Speed of the 2015 XVS 1300 equals the 2008 Honda DN-01 V-Twin

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2015 Yamaha XVS 1300 Stryker S.E. then how about a 2008 Honda DN-01 V-Twin (114 mph) and the 1983 Yamaha XV 1000 M (114 mph).

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