1981 Yamaha XV1000/TR1 review from Australia
"The first of the Japanese cruisers- a real classic v-twin"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Don't know, but it does need some TLC (tender loving care)
General comments?
I have replaced a lot of bits since I bought it, but what would you expect with a 26-year old bike? - Brake pads, fork seals, chain and sprockets, exhausts (Mufflers), float valves (both) and numerous minor fittings.
I've had to re-coil a number of threads that had been stripped by previous owners and glued up (probably the same owner) including one of the main rear engine mounting bolts.
The fully enclosed drive chain is a good idea; supposed to give 50K+ chain life, although it is a pain to change chain and sprockets.
Very comfortable to ride, even at slow speed around town and through traffic, but the steering feels a bit heavy as it really wants to fall into corners, and significant counter-pressure needs to be applied to maintain a constant radius corner. The narrow handle bars are a real bonus when moving between stationary traffic.
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| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Acceleration marks | 6/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Handling marks | 6/10 |
| Braking marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 116000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 117000 kilometres |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha XT250 TN |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2007 |