1984 Yamaha Venture Royale

Summary:

It's been a great hassle-free bike after 40 years with no regrets, still going strong

Faults:

I bought this bike new in Calgary Alberta; they told me to come back at 750 KM and 1500KM for a check up... since then the bike has never been in a shop for repairs.

There was a recall the first or second year for the water pump which was changed. I have changed the valve cover gaskets, the stator and... that's the only major stuff that I have changed other than tires, brakes, and spark plugs during the winter.

General Comments:

This has been a great bike for me, had it now for 40 years, so I will be keeping it.

When I left Calgary in 1988, I did a two month trip of the the USA with trouble free riding. I ended up in Quebec, where I grew up and now living here.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 26th November, 2024