2000 Yamaha V-Star 1100 review from Canada
"Awesome ride that can't be explained. Comfort, performance and attitude rolled into one"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
I have had zero problems with this bike.
General comments?
This bike is awesome!!!
I've put a few upgrades on it like the seat. The original seat is too soft and a bit uncomfortable on long trips.
The bike can take off if you want it to, using all the 1100cc's, but don't expect it to perform and stop like a sports bike.
The length of the wheelbase makes it a bit tricky to move around when parking or going slow, but on the highway it will move like any other bike, even crotch rockets.
I rode this bike from Toronto to Chicago with no problems and the biggest smile on my face. The only fault I find for my bike is that it can't be stock, I've been buying too many chrome replacement parts. Chrome bling ain't cheap!
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| It's my baby... took it everywhere, it let me down only once in 9 years... stater.. |
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| Awesome value, awesome bike |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Acceleration marks | 8 / 10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Handling marks | 7 / 10 |
| Braking marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 13000 kilometres |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha Virago 500 |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2004 |