JoeSense

New rider to a 2007 Royal Star Venture Midnight. Anyone know if the windjammer on the fork would cause undesirable drag or turbulence? Between my 17 Triumph 900 and my 83 Venture Royal, I’m not feeling confident on this bike. I’m 5’8” 220lbs and while I feel the bike is heavier than the 83, I’m struggling to decide if it’s just me or the bike: I get almost like a speed wobble around 70 going into corners. Any advice or am I just being a bitch?

Thanks for the info. The clutch may be slipping. Even with a tight squeeze on the clutch, I notice it lurches forward when I fire it up. Rev limiter also seems to kick in way to early. Yeah, the 83 is more fun for sure!

Just picked up a 2007 Royal Star Venture Midnight edition with 15k miles for $4500. While think it’s a great looking bike, it’s super heavy and doesn't seem to accelerate out of 1st gear like my 83 Venture Royal. Is this just me or do need a tune up? I was told it had never seen a drop of ethanol and always maintained. I also feel like this bike gets thrown around on the highway. I’m going to try the wider front tire, soon as I decide if I keep it or fix 2nd gear in the 83. Any recommendations would be appreciated!