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2012 Yamaha V Star 950 Base vs. 2012 Triumph America Base Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare the 2012 Yamaha V Star 950 Base vs 2012 Triumph America Base. The 2012 Yamaha V Star 950 Base has an MSRP of $8,490, while the 2012 Triumph America Base has an MSRP of $8,299.
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KEY FACTS |
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Manufacturer |
Yamaha
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Triumph
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Model |
V Star 950
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America
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Year |
2012
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2012
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Class |
Cruiser
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Cruiser
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Country of Origin |
Japan
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England
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MSRP |
$8,490
PRICE QUOTE
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$8,299
PRICE QUOTE
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PRICE |
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Warranty |
12 months |
24 months |
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Engine |
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Cylinders |
2 |
2 |
Compression Ratio |
9.0:1 |
9.2:1 |
Engine Stroke |
4-Stroke |
4-Stroke |
Displacement (cc) |
942 |
865 |
Valve Configuration |
SOHC |
DOHC |
Starter |
Electric |
Electric |
Cooling |
Air |
Air |
Engine Type |
V Twin |
Parallel Twin |
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Seat Specifications |
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Number Of Seats |
2 |
2 |
Seat Height (in) |
26.6 |
27.2 |
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Front Suspension |
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Front Suspension Size (in) |
1.6 |
1.6 |
Front Travel (in) |
5.3 |
4.7 |
Front Suspension Type |
Telescopic Fork |
Telescopic Fork |
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Rear Suspension |
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Rear Travel (in) |
4.3 |
3.8 |
Rear Suspension Brand Name |
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Kabaya |
Rear Suspension Type |
Twin Sided Swing Arm |
Twin Sided Swing Arm |
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Dimensions |
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Ground Clearance (in) |
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Trail (in) |
5.7 |
5.6 |
Width (in) |
39.4 |
32.3 |
Wheelbase (in) |
66.3 |
63.3 |
Length (in) |
95.9 |
95.3 |
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Capacities |
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Fuel Capacity (gal) |
4.5 |
5.1 |
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Misc |
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Major Revision Year |
2009 |
2011 |
Year |
2012 |
2012 |
Manufacturer Country |
Japan |
England |
Generic Type (Primary) |
Cruiser |
Cruiser |
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Weight |
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Dry Weight (lbs) |
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Transmission |
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Number Of Speeds |
5 |
5 |
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) |
Belt |
Chain |
Transmission Type |
Manual |
Manual |
Reverse |
No |
No |
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Brakes |
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Rear Brake Type |
Hydraulic Disc |
Hydraulic Disc |
Front Brake Type |
Hydraulic Disc |
Hydraulic Disc |
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Tires |
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Rear Tire (Full Spec) |
170/70 R16 75H |
170/80 B15 |
Front Tire (Full Spec) |
130/70 R18 63H |
130/90 R16 |
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2012 Yamaha V Star 950 Base vs 2012 Triumph America Base