2001 Yamaha V-Star 1100 from Canada

Summary:

It's my baby... took it everywhere, it let me down only once in 9 years... stater..

Faults:

Stater went at 72 000 KM approx.

Initially had carburation problems because dealer did not adjust properly when DG Hardchrome was added...

General Comments:

I like it. It's my baby. It sounds and looks great with the DG Hardchrome. Best thing I did was to get these exhausts on from day one. She is a spoiled baby... I installed a lot of chrome... Lots to choose from. Looks great great on her...

Good torque at low RPM... sound like a Harley... up to 80Km/h, then it runs a little higher than I would like... This is the reason I changed from the 650 to the 1100... Next bike may be a Harley after all... but I am scared to lose the great feeling my baby gives me right now.

I celebrated its 80 000 Km anniversary last week... with her friend Suzuki 1500 Intruder... She likes to leave the 'bigger' bike behind as she is faster... because she runs higher RPM after 80Km/h, likely... it was fun.. another successful 200km ride after work...

Consumption: Average 5 liters for 100Km.

Con: The valve adjustments schedule required (every 6000K, are you kidding me!) and the oil filter that requires the pipe to be removed... (Are you kidding me take 2!)... would I have known, I would not have bought this Yamaha... but I'm glad I did...

I went to lots of places, remote places... it never let me down.

Next bike: most likely a bigger V engine, 6th speed and fuel injection... But the problem is: I'm still in love with my Black V-Star 1100 Classic.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 15th July, 2010

28th Apr 2012, 05:11

MY BRAND NEW V-STAR 2011, CLASSIC 1100.

I rode my friends '08 1100 Custom, and loved it, and this year bought my first Yamaha. Usually I have ridden Honda's in the past, but this bike, with its hard tail looks, is so sexy I couldn't resist. I'm buying it brand new and getting some accessories:

1. Engine guard and highway pegs.

2. Oil filter relocation kit.

3. Yamaha tall windshield.

4. Fender rack.

I bought it on 04/25/12, and they said it would take a week to 10 days. When I get it, I'll going on a trip and I'm headed south. When I get back, I'll update you guys on my trip and how much I love my new ride. God Bless and keep the rubber side down. Special thanks to Greg and Dustin and all the “GUYS” at Riverside Yamaha/Suzuki in St. Albert Alberta.

P.S.

It sounds like she's been good to you. I am so looking forward to putting on the first kilometer mine has ever seen, and then about 10,000 more this year.

I know what you mean, was behind the exhaust the only place they could think to put the oil filter?

2001 Yamaha V-Star 1100 from Australia

Summary:

Fantastic bike and great value for money

Faults:

Nil, still in perfect condition.

General Comments:

This cruiser is 9 years old with now over 50000km's on the clock. Other than usual maintenance (tires/oil/brake pads), nothing has broken or had to be repaired by previous owner (who had from new) or myself. Ultra reliable.

Great fun cruiser to own, good size for touring or short trips around town. Plenty of power and get up and go, whether solo or two up.

If modifying for looks or performance, this is the model for you. The choices are endless.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 19th April, 2010

2001 Yamaha V-Star 1100 from United States of America

Summary:

Awesome value, awesome bike

Faults:

Nothing went wrong with the bike the entire four years I owned it.

General Comments:

I loved this bike, and seriously regret having sold it. The 1100 was just the right size for my purposes. I'm a short guy, 5'4" with a 28-inch inseam, and I sat the bike comfortably.

The stock seat wasn't all that great, but I did manage to ride it up to 600 miles in one day and my butt didn't fall off!

I modified the bike to get a little better look, and added standback risers to get the handlebars closer to me; worked like a charm. The bike was so nice and comfortable. I really miss it, and am now looking for another one.

Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th February, 2010