SilvrT Posted June 14, 2013 #27 Posted June 14, 2013 Not trying to offend anyone, it's what I like. No offense taken ... it's all good and in jest here.
Sailor Posted June 14, 2013 #28 Posted June 14, 2013 When I was looking for a bike I went to the bike show in Abbotsford and sat on all the bikes. When I saw the 02 Midnight Venture I said "That's my bike" then I sat on it and knew I was right.
rickardracing Posted June 14, 2013 #29 Posted June 14, 2013 Hey ride what you like just ride. I have had this bad hankering to build a custom bagger. 26" front tire, a little more rake on the forks, stretched rear fender and bags. Thinking the Kawasaki Vaquero would be a sweet ride to do. Lack of funds tho !!
SilvrT Posted June 14, 2013 #30 Posted June 14, 2013 When I was looking for a bike I went to the bike show in Abbotsford and sat on all the bikes. When I saw the 02 Midnight Venture I said "That's my bike" then I sat on it and knew I was right. I have a feeling that I still haven't found "my bike" LOL! Although I do like this Vic ... works for me much better than anything I've had so far. Maybe I should expand my horizons and look at the sport touring market but I like the cruiser/bagger/V-twin look.
Condor Posted June 14, 2013 #31 Posted June 14, 2013 but I like the cruiser/bagger/V-twin look. Kinda like what a 2ndGen looks like....huh???
XV1100SE Posted June 14, 2013 #32 Posted June 14, 2013 When I was looking for a long distance bike I test rode the Wing, HD Ultra Classic Electra Glide, and Venture. I then went with this criteria : - how the riding position fit me - how well the bike rode (the vibration of the HD turned me off it right away) - liquid cooled (for riding in hot temperatures) - shaft drive (I was coming from a '99 Virago 1100 and knew that shaft drive was low maintenance) - styling of the bike - trunk/saddle bag space - dealer locations/# in North America Like trying on shoes, the Wing didn't fit, Ultra was less than ultra, and the RSV fit like a glove. And the 5 year warranty ! Not many Kawasaki or Suzuki dealers in my area... so I ruled them out.
JohnT Posted June 14, 2013 #33 Posted June 14, 2013 Can't afford a new bike, and probably never will. (unless daughter can start paying astronomical student loan) But if I could Yamaha wouldn't have to do a lot to get me on one. A "today" stereo, THE V-MAX ENGINE, lots of HID lighting, maybe ABS (but not a deal breaker) Until things change at Yamaha (and in my life), I guess I will just keeping messing with my antique 1st Gen. Just got me spin on filter adapter so it's oil change time. Or hope for a cool deal on a Vaquero. A really mad soon to be ex wife perhaps? With the bike in her name and video of hubbies indiscretion.
dacheedah Posted June 14, 2013 #34 Posted June 14, 2013 Can't afford a new bike, and probably never will. (unless daughter can start paying astronomical student loan) But if I could Yamaha wouldn't have to do a lot to get me on one. A "today" stereo, THE V-MAX ENGINE, lots of HID lighting, maybe ABS (but not a deal breaker) Until things change at Yamaha (and in my life), I guess I will just keeping messing with my antique 1st Gen. Just got me spin on filter adapter so it's oil change time. Or hope for a cool deal on a Vaquero. A really mad soon to be ex wife perhaps? With the bike in her name and video of hubbies indiscretion. butt where do they put the cassette on those??
SilvrT Posted June 14, 2013 #35 Posted June 14, 2013 Kinda like what a 2ndGen looks like....huh??? yup, kinda ... kinda like what a CCT looks like too, and a Kaw Voyager ... hmmmm wonder if Suzuki will produce a competitor now???
SilvrT Posted June 14, 2013 #36 Posted June 14, 2013 Can't afford a new bike, and probably never will. Until things change (and in my life), Don't give up hope on that coz things do change. It did for me the day I split with my ex. Mind you, I did fall down the ladder for a while but I'm on top of the roof now.
ediddy Posted June 14, 2013 #37 Posted June 14, 2013 I won't believe there won't be a 2014 Venture until Septmeber when they announce the new bikes. There have been people on here post in the past that they talked to yamaha USA and were told there was going to be a new improved venture and everyone was going to really be surprised with the new venture. What happened, nothing. There was one post on here a few years ago from someone that worked for a company that did business with yamaha usa so they knew some of the higher ups with yamaha and the higher ups said the venture was going to be discontinued the next year but then the next year it was going to be re introduced. Never happened. There have been dealers that have said there was or wasn't going to be a new venture. You can't believe anything until yamaha announces whether or not there will be a venture.
MikeWa Posted June 14, 2013 Author #38 Posted June 14, 2013 Go here http://www.starmotorcycles.com/star/products/modelhome/682/home.aspx Click on products. Then select a product other than Venture. It comes up 2014 model. Select Venture. It comes up 2013 model. Then go to contact Star. Call the phone number and ask about the Venture. Or go here and see the 2014 lineup. http://www.starmotorcycles.com/star/products/modeloverview/ls/2014/model_overview.aspx I sent Yamaha / Star a letter to let them know how disappointed I am about discontinuing the Venture and how much I have enjoyed owning one. If Yamaha has future plans for the Venture they are keeping it to themselves. Mike
djh3 Posted June 14, 2013 #39 Posted June 14, 2013 rick, sorry if offended ya. I'm just pokin fun period. As much as we look at bikes and think "I like this one because its different" or "this style is better" etc. Whe you look at them we are sort of force feed what we can have. I like the Looks of the Vic Cross Roads I posted. but its sort of funny how much it looks like the HD Road king deluxe or whatever they call it. I think the RSV "flows" beter as far as looks go because the bags are rounded same fot teh Voyager VS the HD shoe box bags. Whatever reason I like the looks of the Vaquero better than the Voyager even though its the same bike. Maybe its the blacked out theme thing. But man it felt heavier than tan the Venture and maybe a bit wider or something. Its all good man just get out and RIDE.
MasterGuns Posted June 15, 2013 #40 Posted June 15, 2013 Victory motorcycles are butt ugly. I would by a Kawasaki first, Harley second and never consider a Victory. But that's just me. AND I am special. I second that.
jfoster Posted June 15, 2013 #41 Posted June 15, 2013 Can't believe no one likes the strat deluxe with its 4.5 gallon fuel tank and no cruise control!
Yammer Dan Posted June 16, 2013 #42 Posted June 16, 2013 I just want my Honda 50 back and start all over again!! Hell I thought it was a Motorcycle!!
Mike G in SC Posted June 16, 2013 #43 Posted June 16, 2013 Fortunately, Yamaha makes high mileage, dependable bikes. Riding two Royals, I figure I will get several more years out both. particularly my '09 RSV. And, when that shows it's age, might pick up a used 2013. If Yamaha comes around by time I am looking, good. If they don't, I will simply buy the best "Touring Bike" out. Mike G.
WildBill1 Posted June 16, 2013 #44 Posted June 16, 2013 http://cdn.polarisindustries.com/polaris/vic/2013/images/model-photos/thumbs_large/crs_rds_classic_p1.jpgToo bad this is soooo Buck Rodgers looking. Or this one for heavens sake. Sure am glad my 09 dont look anything like this. http://cdn.polarisindustries.com/polaris/vic/2013/images/model-photos/thumbs_small/15th_crs_cty_tour_p6.jpg The bags and farings flow with the angles of the fender and tank. Not like big shoe boxs plunked on the side. Oh well to each his own. Just ride. I looked but just couldn't leap, those big ugly jugs and that wart on the back called a touring box was too much for me. Went with better resale on the RoadGlide Ultra.
rickardracing Posted June 16, 2013 #45 Posted June 16, 2013 I looked but just couldn't leap, those big ugly jugs and that wart on the back called a touring box was too much for me. Went with better resale on the RoadGlide Ultra. Good choice.
XV1100SE Posted June 17, 2013 #46 Posted June 17, 2013 Lets all take out our cassette decks and ship them in bulk to Yamaha. That way they can continue production of the Venture. We all know that is why they discontinued it - they ran out !
pmelah Posted June 17, 2013 #47 Posted June 17, 2013 have to send all 1st and 2nd gen cassette decks so they can have a variety for the 3rd gen :rotf:
AngryAmish Posted June 17, 2013 #48 Posted June 17, 2013 out of place, protruding "passing" lights ... I agree with you, SilvrT, passing lights do look out of place, that is why I will not install a set on my '07 ! Heck, even highway pegs look awkward !!
Guest tx2sturgis Posted June 17, 2013 #49 Posted June 17, 2013 not some spaceship looking thing that looks like it came out of a tupperware factory. In your thumbnail/avatar, whats that white 'spaceship looking thing' following your bike?
Guest tx2sturgis Posted June 17, 2013 #50 Posted June 17, 2013 Just called them. No Venture or replacement for 2014 have to wait and see what happens for 2015. ALLRIGHT! Instant collectible bike! What d'yall bid on my 2007?
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