Weight has climbed to 683 pounds, and price has increased to $17,990. However, with only 2500 units coming to the U.S.-starting in November-ownership will be an exclusive club. If you haven't already placed your order, it may be too late for 2009. We'll have a ride report later this summer. -Evan Kay
'09 Star Vmax
MSRP: $17,990
Color: Intense Black
Warranty: 2 years
Engine
Type: 1679cc, liquid-cooled, 65-deg. V-4
Bore x stroke: 90 x 60mm
Valve train: DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Compression: 11.3:1
Fuel system: EFI
Transmission/clutch: 5-speed, slipper clutch, shaft drive
Chassis
Front Suspension: 52mm cartridge fork, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound; 4.7 in. travel
Rear Suspension: Single shock, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound
Front tire: Bridgestone Radial 120/70-R18 59V
Rear tire: Bridgestone Radial 200/50-R18 76V
Front brake: Dual 320mm discs; 6-piston calipers
Rear brake: 298mm disc, single-piston caliper
Overall length: 94.3 in.
Wheelbase: 66.9 in.
Rake/trail: 31/5.8 in.
Seat height: 30.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.0 gal.
Wet weight: 683 lb./685 lb. (CA)