1999 Yamaha Royal Star Venture review from United States of America
"Well-featured comfort for the long rider"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
The bolts for the rear trunk mounting brackets vibrate loose on nearly every ride. I put some Loc-Tite on the threads when I was last tinkering with the bike overall, so this may have solved the problem.
The rear trunk bottom had stress cracks around the mounting bolts (this was a service recall only if you found them on your own bike). Bought a kit from Yamaha for $25.00 to help minimize vibration-related cracks from spreading further.
General comments?
Very comfortable ride for such a heavy machine (well over 800 pounds). Long rides produce no fatigue as there is ample room to shift your feet on the floorboards. Good wind protection, too.
Lots of space in the saddlebags and trunk for bringing everything you'd need along with you.
The windshield is on the tall side, forcing you to look through it all the time unless you are taller than 6'6" (I'm 5'10"). Aftermarket/shorter shields are available, though.
All Yamaha Royal Star Venture reviews
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Acceleration marks | 8/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 11500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 18000 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Kawasaki ZL1000 Eliminator |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2004 |