2003 Yamaha V-Star 1100 review from United States of America
"Great and reliable bike"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Dealer service center did not reinstall the rear brake reservoir correctly, but I was able to repair it myself.
General comments?
I acquired this Silverado used and have ridden it from Las Vegas to Flagstaff; Las Vegas to Reno and back through Yosemite, Bakersfield and Las Vegas; Las Vegas to Antioch; and will be riding it from Antioch, Denver and back to Antioch in May 2009.
This bike has proven to be very reliable, provides good mileage at around 40 mpg, and it's a fun bike to ride in the mainland. I also have another 1100 Custom in Hawaii, and several 1700's on the islands in Hawaii. Changed out the stock seats to Mustang seats for comfort... nice on the those long trips.
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| Nice ride if you don't have the "need for speed" |
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| I had it for only 2 1/2 months - So far so good! |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
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| Distance when acquired | 4500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 7500 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha V-Star 1100 |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2009 |