Author Topic: Yamaha Royal Star Venture  (Read 2423 times)

Offline Jim M.

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Yamaha Royal Star Venture
« on: June 23, 2011, 09:23:32 AM »
Anyone have any experience with them? I'm intrigued by the V-4 for touring. 

Offline Leo

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Re: Yamaha Royal Star Venture
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2011, 09:40:47 AM »
I know a guy with one that has had it at least 6 years.  He is the kind that does not do any maintainance himself.  Other than Oil Changes and tires, he has needed no work done.  He rides two up most of the time, and they both still like the bike.  It must be a good solid machine.
Yep, still riding the old one

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Offline crashdb

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Re: Yamaha Royal Star Venture
« Reply #2 on: June 23, 2011, 10:11:00 AM »
My friend has one and loves it.  I might be mistaken, but I believe that's the same motor in the V-Max.  It's a good, solid motor.  I believe there's an owner's forum for them as well.
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Re: Yamaha Royal Star Venture
« Reply #3 on: June 23, 2011, 10:38:24 AM »
Yep, same engine as teh V-Max, just waaaay detuned. Used in the Royal Star and the original Venture from the 80s.
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