When did I buy a Yamaha Roadliner?
I purchased my Roadliner in 2006 and after 5 years of riding I have yet to find another bike that comes close to this amazing machine. The strong engine and smooth shifting makes every ride a thrill. Reliability is head and shoulders above most manufacturers. The fit and finish is head and shoulders above anything in the cruiser class.
Is the Yamaha Roadliner Stratoliner a good bike?
It sounds awful and embarresing . What yamaha needs to do is just concentrate on their roadstars ” which ” now has fuel injection put better bags exp / corbin like beetle bags and better seats “hint” mustang like and then leave well enough along ! Roadliner / stratoliners just don’t have a bike look and seem oddly styled to put it mildly .
Is the pillion seat on a Yamaha Roadliner good?
The pillion seat is like a rock. It’s reliable, looks good and is fun to ride on short or long trips. I prefer cruising at 80-90kmh. (+) looks, sound, power, torque (-) front suspension, hard seats Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au ! Wind, rain hail or shine this machine will get you there in comfort and style.
What kind of frame does a Yamaha Roadliner have?
Neo-streamline design, including the first seamless gas tank fitted to a Star, gives the Roadliner a completely distinctive look. Long and low aluminum frame provides great looks and light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser, thanks to near 50/50 weight distribution on the front and rear wheels.
What kind of engine does a Yamaha Roadliner have?
It’s 113-cubic-inches of fuel-injected V-twin wrapped in classic Star quality fit and finish. The flagship of the Star line, and Cycle World magazine’s Best Cruiser for 2006 (CW’s 10 Best, July `06) is designed to show and go like no other cruiser before it, with big power and great handling.
How tall is the seat on a Yamaha Roadliner?
The Roadliner is a big motorcycle designed for big people, an impression gained from its wide handlebar, the long rubber-mounted footboards and that 67.5-inch wheelbase. Yet, seat height is an acceptable 28.9 inches, and when you pull it up off the sidestand you’ll notice the bike is lighter than you might have expected.
What does tach mean on Yamaha Roadliner s?
The Roadliner’s small tach indicates that the engine is turning just 2,550 rpm at an indicated 65 mph, and with peak torque at 2,200 it means you’ve got a boatload of passing power at your right grip when cruising along at 60 without even downshifting. We road testers tend to be an aggressive lot who favor sporty bikes over cruisers.
What kind of engine does a Yamaha Road Star have?
Open any magazine that covers the hyperactive world of customized cruisers (such as our sister publication Cruising Rider), and you’ll see a healthy percentage of customs based on Yamaha’s Road Star line. With its big-inch, traditional-looking, pushrod, air-cooled V-twin engine and just-right styling, the bike has been a home run for Yamaha.