2009 Yamaha XVS950 Midnight Star
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Highlights
- Just 8,400 miles indicated
- US import
- Individual specification
- MOT to June 2023
The Appeal
For many of us, the appeal of an American style custom cruiser is very strong. Offering a hint of ‘chopper’ style without the compromised riding, they’re a relaxed and comfortable way to enjoy motorcycling and offer a great way to cover distance with ease.
Built by Yamaha, the XVS950 Midnight Star is a US custom style cruiser that offers a lot of bang for the buck. This example was imported from the US, has been mildly customised with some styling enhancements and is presented with low mileage.
If you’re after an eminently usable, easy-riding, reliable, comfortable cruiser, then you can’t go far wrong with a Yamaha Midnight Star. And this is a very nice example of the breed.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in January 2009
- Imported from Ohio – all documentation completed and copy of US title included
- Bought by the vendor in June 2020 from a specialist in Yorkshire
- Serviced and new tyres fitted shortly after purchase
- 8,400 miles indicated
- Only about 4,000 miles done since import
- Kept garaged and covered
- The vendor tells us the bike has a part independent service history
- Only selling due to ill health
- MOT to June 2023
The Condition
- Black paintwork presents well, with one or two minor scratches and blemishes, but nothing that would worry us
- Black upholstered double saddle with backrest appears to be in good order
- All of the brightwork seems to be present and correct and is in fine condition, with minor signs of wear from use
- 18-inch wheels with black centres and polished rims
- Nearly new Dunlop tyres look in excellent condition with good tread levels
- Some carbon style trim and custom grips
- Custom mirrors are starting to dull on the backs
- Removable windscreen and lockable panniers
- There is a slight scuff to the near-side pannier
- OEM mini toolkit included
- There’s a little light surface corrosion to some of the underside elements, such as the reverse of the pedals, but otherwise there is no damage or notable corrosion apparent
The Mechanics
- 90-degree, fuel-injected 942cc V-Twin
- Factory performance figures: 55hp and 58lb-ft
- Five-speed transmission with belt drive for easy maintenance
- Single two-piston front disc brake and single-piston rear disc
- 41mm front forks
- Single rear damper with 8-way pre-load adjustment
- Standard two-into-one exhaust
- We’re told by the vendor that the bike rides very well, with good braking and acceleration
- It’s reported that there is no smoke under load, no leaks and no mechanical concerns
Summary
Comfortable, easy and usable, there’s much to recommend this nicely finished entry-level custom cruiser. The perfect bike for covering long distances, or simply pootling around country lanes on a weekend – it’s a fine, low mileage example and is sure to offer its new owner many years of enjoyable riding.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2009
- Make Yamaha
- Model XVS950 Midnight Star
- Colour Black
- Odometer 8,400 Miles
- Engine size 942
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Telford
- Location Shropshire
- Country United Kingdom
16
bids
- HA•••• £3,900 15/12/22
- cu•••• £3,800 15/12/22
- HA•••• £3,700 15/12/22
- fi•••• £3,500 15/12/22
- HA•••• £3,200 15/12/22
- di•••• £3,000 15/12/22
- fi•••• £2,500 15/12/22
- di•••• £2,300 15/12/22
- fi•••• £1,800 15/12/22
- Sw•••• £1,600 15/12/22
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