When Yamaha decided to update its XVS1300 cruiser for the year 2016, Yamaha opted not to make any major technical changes to their signature bike. What they did do, however, was deliver a dark, brooding design straight out of a Batman movie. This is might as well be a BatCycle straight out of Bruce Wayne's dreams.

Dark and shiny chrome fits the aesthetic fits the night air almost as much as it is a perfect fit for anyone with the color black dominating their closet wardrobe.

Long and low, the chassis provides a fairly low seat height that makes this bike suitable for shorter rider, as well. The raked-out fork is nicely complemented by aftermarket-look wheels and pull-back bars.

Such a dark presence could have looked even better without the shiny chrome accents on the mirrors, headlight casing, end caps and engine covers, if you ask us.

Likewise, for an even higher dose of bespoke looks, some pipe wrapping could have been a good fitment, as well. The slant stacked silencers are not our thing and we dare say they have a rather negative impact. Still, maybe this is only us...

On the tech side, the 2016 Yamaha XVS1300 Custom brings the 73 hp-capable liquid-cooled 1304cc v-twin, a transmission that only has 5 speeds, and plenty of torque for a confident ride. At 3000 rpm, the XVS1300 Custom delivers 103 Nm (76 lb-ft) and his should make riding this machine a fun job.

The 293 kg (647 lb) weight when fueled and ready to roll should also not be too much of a problem, even though adding a passenger and some luggage could make the 2016 Yamaha XVS1300 Custom feel a bit sluggish at times.

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