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Topic: Yamaha V-Star 1100 custom
Just got my new bike. 2006 Red with silver flames on the tank. Rides like a dream, though its a bit quiet out of the factory, gonna look into some slip on pipes to beef up the sound a little. Also, looking for a passenger backrest that is not so plain and cumbersome looking as the yamaha one is. I'll try and post some pics in the near future.
Mark
Topic: RE: Im going for it
Thanks so much! Yes I took the Course last year it was taught by 3 motorcycle cops over a 3 day weekend!|
Vrrrrrrooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!
Kenny
Topic: RE: Im going for it
That's a nice lookin' ride, Kenny!
Hope you travel a lot of enjoyable miles on it!
Matt
Hope you travel a lot of enjoyable miles on it!
Matt Topic: RE: Im going for it
Good starter bike, safety and awareness should become second nature to you. You can never tell what the person in a car is doing. whether on their cell phone or whatever. Excellent idea to take a Motorcycle Safety course which will give you the fundamentals. If your looking for riding gear you should check out Pauls new enough.com has closeouts on just about everything for riding. People will want to know while you have this big grin on your face, just tell them ya gotta be there with the wind and sky and mother nature talking to you as you ride by
Topic: RE: Im going for it
WOW!! 
Good choice Kenny! Let us know when you have taken her out for a spin. Have you thought about the MSF? Even seasoned riders can benefit from it.
So glad you will be on the road!
Check out
http://www.startouring.org/newweb/new_frame.cfm?main_state=new_member_advantages.cfm
Great place to be! ANY KIND of bike is welcome... I am partial to them. I am LOS (Ladies of Star)
Hugs
Angel J
LOS 
Good choice Kenny! Let us know when you have taken her out for a spin. Have you thought about the MSF? Even seasoned riders can benefit from it.
So glad you will be on the road!
Check out
http://www.startouring.org/newweb/new_frame.cfm?main_state=new_member_advantages.cfm
Great place to be! ANY KIND of bike is welcome... I am partial to them. I am LOS (Ladies of Star)
Hugs
Angel J
LOS Topic: Im going for it
Its a 2002 Yamaha Vstar Classic 650 black with blue trim and only 193 miles on her. Hopefully I'll get it this week. I need to pick up a jacket and helmet/gloves and Im good to go! HOPEFULLY ITS NOT TOO SMALL AND A GOOD STARTER BIKE?
Thanks
Kenny
The link below is not theexactbike but veryclose and just assharp looking.
http://www.ridecarolina.com/assets/images/2002yamahasilverado.jpg
Topic: Got to eat some dust . . .
It was spring break for my son's school this past week and we were able to take a couple of days and take the dirt bikes up to some state trails in northern lower Michigan. We had a great time and were able to return without any major mishaps/damage to the bikes or ourselves. The big difference for me was that I was able to handle it much better and was not exhausted as I was a year ago. The weight loss has made it a lot more fun! (I'm sure the bike didn't have to work as hard either!)
My son (almost 15) is getting to be a pretty good rider. He's bragging how he never went down either day. Well, needless to say - I push my and my bike's limits a bit. I went down once pretty good and got a little off balance a few other times going over rocks and trees that had fallen over the winter. So, anyways, he thinks he's pretty hot right now.
Needless to say - I'm ready to go again!
Ride On!
Topic: RE: Yamaha VSTAR 650
Kenny, I'll agree with Jennifer and Angel on that...I never owned the 650, rode one a few times from a buddy. Depending on what sort of riding you're planning on is what will probably make your decision. the V-Star for a urban commuter, ride it once in a while, solo riding only...yeah, that might work. For a guy that wants to load it down or take a passenger, hop on and ride for miles and miles....hmmmm, I'd recommend moving up.
One problem most folks make is buying too small on the first bike thinking they'll "move up when they get comfortable". That usually happens about the 2nd week!
I'm currently on a 2000 Road Star...knock off of the Harley Road King. I've ridden both and have to say I think my Roadie with it's Cobra cruising seat is a more comfortable, long range rider for a whhhhooolllleeee lot less cash.
I'm betting you're seeing a lot for resale just for the reason I stated...everyone is moving on up!
But remember...no matter what you end up with..it's still a bike!!
Topic: RE: Yamaha VSTAR 650
Kenny
That sounds like a great bike.. my last bike was a VStar 650.. LOVED IT!
I just went to the roadstar for more power for long distance cruising. The thing is... most people want a bigger bike. They are GREAT starter bikes. You can go a long distance on them easily. I just wanted my Roadie is all. V Star 650 CLASSIC will always have a place in my heart!
Hugs
Angel J
LOS
Topic: RE: Yamaha VSTAR 650
Kenny;
I've got a 2004 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic. It's a good starter bike, although I find it heavy for the amount of power it has. Probably the reason there are so many for sale is people get it for their first bike, realize they can handle something with a little more power and want to move up. Or, they had a spill, got scared, realized that motorcycling isn't for them and haven't gotten back on it.
Mechanically, I'm not aware of any problems with the VStars. I've received only one recall notice and it was to add a screw to the passenger seat. I don't have a passenger seat, so I didn't take mine in.
I'll admit, my 2004 has mileage in the range of the one you're looking at. I didn't ride AT ALL last year while I was waiting on my surgery. I couldn't get comfortable on it at my higher weight. I've got an appointment for tomorrow to get my state inspection so I'll be all legal again and am hoping to put on some miles this year.
Blessings,
Jennifer
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