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Yamaha 1300cc
Posted: Tue Jan 29, 2008 7:43 pm
by blues2cruise
I was wondering if anybody has any feedback on the 1300ccc motorcycle.
I have talked to a few people who like it, but the handlebar issue has yet to be dealt with by Yamaha.
When you buy a bike, you shouldn't have to pay extra to get the handlebars either adjusted or changed over.
The design of the handlebars is such that it hits your knees when you make a turn.
Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:53 am
by Nibblet99
Errr which one? xjr1300, fjr1300, xvs1300?
Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 6:57 am
by blues2cruise
errrr.....this one.....the V_Star 1300...I looked at a few images and they all look like they have had the handlebars changed over. In reality, the bars are very low.
V Star 1300
Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 3:31 pm
by bill1300
I have owned the 1300 for almost a year now and I have good things to say about it (red tourer model). The bike has plenty of power and is geared for highway driving. Very comfortable to ride 2 up, and handles well in the corners.
Like every bike, it is not perfect, but the good features far outweigh the bad.
I find that the bars are a bit low, but I have not had any issues with that. The biggest issue with the bars is that there is not enough pullback and you may have to lean forward to reach them (not comfortable). This is easily solved by swapping out to the RSTD bar (about $100). You can add risers, but then you have to change cables. The RSTD bar works great.
The stock horn is lousy but is another cheap fix. I used a Fiamm horn ($30) and it is very loud and looks fine.
The stock windshield is a bit high (look thru it rather than over it) but most dealers will change that for you n/c as part of the deal.
The bike is geared high and that has good and bad points. For highway driving the gears are great, but in town I find that 2nd gear is a bit high and I have to use the clutch a bit more. Not a problem, but takes a bit of getting used to.
The good points are lots of power, fuel injection, belt drive, very good handling (for a cruiser) and I like the leather covered hard saddlebags.
All in all, this is a very nice bike and I would recommend it to anyone.
Bill
Posted: Fri Feb 22, 2008 8:45 pm
by blues2cruise
Hi Bill
Thank you for the review on the 1300 V-Star.
I am considering upgrading this year sometime...when I get more solvent (of this kind $$$)
I will add it my list of bikes to test ride.
Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 10:35 am
by Bubba
Get your moneys worth. Yamaha Silverado. May be too big for you though.
(your not going to yell at me are you?)
Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 1:23 pm
by blues2cruise
Bubba wrote:Get your moneys worth. Yamaha Silverado. May be too big for you though.
(your not going to yell at me are you?)
Now why would I do that?
THIS WOULD BE YELLING 
Is the Silverado an 1100cc?
Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 3:07 pm
by dr_bar
I believe he's talking about the Roadliner, Midnight Silverado. 1700cc much like the one you took for a ride at Bby Kawi... You handled it fine, but it wasn't what you wanted...
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 4:00 am
by Bubba
dr_bar wrote:I believe he's talking about the Roadliner, Midnight Silverado. 1700cc much like the one you took for a ride at Bby Kawi... You handled it fine, but it wasn't what you wanted...
Nope, talking about the Roadstar. Not as bulky and still 1700 ccs. Also comes in colors.
I ride the midnight shown to the left.
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:42 am
by blues2cruise
Bubba wrote:dr_bar wrote:I believe he's talking about the Roadliner, Midnight Silverado. 1700cc much like the one you took for a ride at Bby Kawi... You handled it fine, but it wasn't what you wanted...
Nope, talking about the Roadstar. Not as bulky and still 1700 ccs. Also comes in colors.
I ride the midnight shown to the left.
I did a test ride on a RoadStar. You're right. It's too big for me. Yes, I could ride it. Yes, I could maneuver it. But, I didn't enjoy it.