2000 Yamaha XVS650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 16, 2011 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XVS650 years
Not enough data 2nd of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Yamaha XVS650. That ranks 2nd out of 8 XVS650 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (5 complaints, 63%), typically at around 18,118 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Yamaha XVS650 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train5 · ~18,118 mi
Equipment1
Suspension1
Wheels1 · ~8,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train563%18,118——
Equipment113%———
Suspension113%———
Wheels113%8,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 4 complaints
2002: 1200212003: 4200342006: 2200622011: 120111

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Yamaha XVS650 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Yamaha XVS650.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

While i choose to wear a helmet while operating my motorcycle i dod not want to be told that i will wear one. *tr

Equipment · received Mar 16, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10390379

While riding my motorcycle in 5th gear, the motorcycle makes a higher pitch sound. I took it the local dealership and i was informed that my 5th gear is beginning to disintegrate. I know that there have been reports in the past by other owners of the 2000 vstar 650. I am curious to know why, when…

Power Train · received Jul 18, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10162756

2000 yamaha v-star 650 classic; only 8,000 odometer miles. Noticed several cracks or fractures in the rear wheel hub, which would cause the rear hub's to eventually break-up and potentially serious injury and/or death due to rear wheel lockup and handling difficulties. *jb

Wheels · received Jan 10, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10147355

I have a 2000 650 v-star yamaha motorcycle. The fifth gear in the transmission is deffective. Makes a very loud screaching and squeeling noise. Through other yamaha 650 owners via the internet having the same problem, mine has been diagnosed.*ak

Power Train · received Sep 3, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10037166

2000 yamaha v-star 650 motorcycle. 5th gear pitting, potential to break apart and cause catastrophic injury related to loss of gear and transmission lockup while riding. Starts with a horrible whine when in 5th gear. According to yamaha dealers, caused by improper heat treating at manufacturer.*ak

Power Train · received Sep 1, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10036965

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Yamaha XVS650?

Owners most often report power train, equipment, suspension problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Yamaha XVS650?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Yamaha XVS650 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XVS650 model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.