2006 Yamaha Warrior review from United States of America
"Outstanding form, fit and function married into one fun package"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Not a thing has gone wrong with the bike yet.
I was still breaking it in when a 15 year old kid pulled out in front of me and it was laid down. The reason I wrote that in is that there is a part that isn't available from Yamaha that got bent, so this is something to consider when buying a NEW motorcycle.
General comments?
The Yamaha Warrior is the definition of Absolute POWER, this bike is a sport bike in cruiser clothing. The fit and finish of the parts is virtually perfect, almost gives the impression of being hand made.
The exhaust from mile 4 is quiet at first, but livens up once the bike gets warm and has been ridden for a while. It never gets too loud, but it does turn to a deeper, more "hot rod" sounding the more you run it.
The seat is comfortable, but a friend that has the same bike says there are better ones out there for long haul riding. The bike just seems to "fit" me better than any other cruiser.
It rides smooth as silk handling the bumps with ease. Even railroad track crossing are gentled by the Warrior's suspension.
The rear seat is small and the passenger's foot pegs are a little tall, but that is fine with me, I like riding single with other riders.
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Acceleration marks | 10/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 67 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha XJ650 Maxim |
| Date of Entry | 17th October, 2006 |