Yamaha Midnight Star 1300 / V-Star 1300 (XVS1300A) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,304cc Liquid-Cooled 60-Degree V-Twin SOHC 8-Valve FI (Belt Drive) · Source: Yamaha Midnight Star 1300 / V-Star 1300 (XVS1300A) (2007–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha Midnight Star 1300 / V-Star 1300 (XVS1300A) (2007–2017) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2007–2017 Yamaha Midnight Star 1300 / V-Star 1300 (XVS1300A) (chassis VP26/VP36/3D8/1GP) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204 (or HF145)). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (130/90-16M/C 67H) and 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI rear (170/70B16M/C 75H), paired with 2× NGK LMAR7A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX20L-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 280 kPa (2.80 bar)
Est. Range: ~333 km (207 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 20W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4 L (4.23 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 (or HF145) |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 130/90-16M/C 67H · Rear: 170/70B16M/C 75H (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 280 kPa / 2.80 bar / 41 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR7A-9 × 2 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX20L-BS (12V 18.0Ah Heavy-Duty AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Carbon-Core Final Drive Belt — Inspect belt deflection on schedule |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1304 cc · 72.4 hp @ 5,500 rpm · 106 N·m (78.2 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 690 mm (27.2 in) · 303 kg (668 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18.5 L (4.9 US gal) · ~18 km/L → ~333 km (207 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 8,000 km / 16,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 16,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 26,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Disguising a liquid-cooled 60-degree 8-valve V-twin with air-cooled-style cylinder fins, this platform powered both the XVS1300A Midnight Star/V-Star Tourer and the raked-out Stryker chopper.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Featuring an easily accessible front-mounted spin-on filter HF204 and belt final drive (no shaft oil), refill 3.4 L w/ filter (3.2 L drain) of SAE 10W-40 or 20W-50 JASO MA2.