Posted by oasysco on August 15, 2007, 11:38 am
> After 2005 they have more aggressive cams and changes to bring the
> power more in line with the Venture. Earlier ones lack power. There is
> nothing wrong with the power output now. But, I was all set to buy one
> until I checked the carrying capacity, it is way low. There was no way
> I could buy a Royal Star Tour Deluxe as I weigh nearly 300 pounds, by
> myself. Check it out before you buy. I believe it is only like 338
> pounds or something. My wife weighs more than 40 pounds.
Yeah, my VTX1800 has a load capacity of like 408lbs, but I think that
just saves harmless the manufacturer for warranty purposes. My 1800
can carry me, my wife, the kids, and the dog (if I could fit 'em).
Plus, they make towing gear for the RSTD, whihc tells me it's got more
hauling capacity than the literature admits.
Greg
Posted by JamesR. Walker on August 16, 2007, 9:29 am
generally speaking, yama makes junky bikes. as far back as i can
remember, everyone that i know who have owned a yama bike, have had
problems with them.
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Checked out the Yamaha Royal star Tour Deluxe - 1300cc, V-4, about $15K
or so out the door;
Greg
Posted by oasysco on August 16, 2007, 9:44 pm
Man, that is one big bike - at least as bigger, but felt bigger than
my VTX1800; seat is higher, too and it feels wider. Seemed well
balanced, but all they'd let me do is test sit it. I liked the
handlebars and the seating. It just felt overall larger than my 1800.
Greg
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> power more in line with the Venture. Earlier ones lack power. There is
> nothing wrong with the power output now. But, I was all set to buy one
> until I checked the carrying capacity, it is way low. There was no way
> I could buy a Royal Star Tour Deluxe as I weigh nearly 300 pounds, by
> myself. Check it out before you buy. I believe it is only like 338
> pounds or something. My wife weighs more than 40 pounds.