Motorcycle Maintenance and Oil Information for 2011 Yamaha V-Star 950
When preparing an oil change for the 2011 Yamaha V-Star 950, review the engine’s oil requirements and its recommended level-check method. The answers below identify what this catalog actually lists for the motorcycle.
What kind of engine oil does a 2011 Yamaha V-Star 950 need?
According to the matched catalog records, the engine-oil grades are 10W-40, 20W-50. The matching oil selection includes 10W-40 Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil, 20W-50 Synthetic V-Twin Motorcycle Oil. Viscosity alone does not establish full compatibility; verify the manufacturer’s oil standard.
How much oil does a 2011 Yamaha V-Star 950 take?
The listed engine-oil capacity for this vehicle is 4.23 quarts.
Which oil filter is listed for a 2011 Yamaha V-Star 950?
The oil-filter part numbers listed for this vehicle include EAOM103C-EA, EAOM103-EA.

