I test rode this bike....Dang this guy is a picky whiner....he might really be a chick !! I really enjoyed this bike..loved how low it sat....smooth and beautiful
All I know for a fact is that everything YAMAHA makes is the best. My bass guitar is a 1986 made in Japan with Alembic preamp and pickups, and my amp is a YAMAHA BP-1 through a power amp, and my other amp is a YAMAHA B100II, so it only makes sense that since I owned a YZ80 as a kid that I look into the YAMAHA Star Venture. My God, it's gorgeous.
I don't like Harley clones. Yamaha needs to do Yamaha things. Their standard MT series is an example, top notch and wonderful machines. Their dirt bikes are the same, but I don't want something to be heavy for no reason and awful because of the attempt to copy a formula I don't like from HD. The old Venture with the 4 cylinder was amazing. It was Yamaha doing Yamaha things. This is trash. Sure it'll be reliable, but I hate the formula.
I agree with everything you said. I have this bike and love it. I also have a 1986 Yamaha bass guitar (BB300) that matches the bike- dark red. I also had a YZ80 as a kid. Any chance your favorite band is Rush? Might be with the 2112 in your name.
I’ve never seen anyone so rough with switches in my entire life. Interesting. Wish there was more of these around. Great machine overall, but definitely more designed for long hauls at an easy pace. Diesel like torque, just what touring riders need. That high revving high horsepower screaming tach bike are more for bar hoppers.
Yes this guy is not my favorite reviewers he is off-putting .Major bias coming into this review so i would take it with a grain of salt seems like a nice bike at least to me.
@@chonasimpson6487 Yeah, I agree with you. I started a long list of criticism to his constant put down of the bike, but dumped it because I didn't want to be mean . The bike seems pretty nice to me. But being he does ride them all, to do these reviews. I didn't want to talk down on him.
Yes, I agree. I tested one and it is definitely a bike for a bona fide tourer. Not a bike for the bar hopper crowd. She's so comfy and built to pile on the miles.
I've been riding for 50 years+ i never hit the red line in any gear especially in first all bikes will if you give to much gas its called control , this bike is far obove other bikes out there ! A half hour test drive does not get you used to riding it , you need a few days.
I have a 2018 and it's the best overall touring bike I've owned. I've had Harley touring bikes, sport touring bikes, and traded in my 2017 Street Glide for this bike. Your criticisms of the bike are petty and laughable really. But then again opinions are like a-holes, everybody has one and you're entitled to yours. Ride safe.
Do you recommend getting one? Is there a difference between 2018 and new 2020 I really like it but most reviews are negative With the left side of the engine heat but i plan to travel with it, the weather between temperatures between 60-80 degrees F (18-25 C)
@@JUFFAIR101 What one likes in a bike is very subjective. But as I said, I think it's the best all around touring bike I've owned in my 40+ years of riding and by far the best bang for your buck considering what a used one goes for. It's got it all, comfort, power, massive storage, and reliability. The only bike out there with more modern technology are the BMW’s. As for heat, it gets warm as all V-twin designs tend to do when in stop and go traffic on a hot day. But I have not found excessive heat to be an issue. I live in So. Cal. where the temps are very moderate but ride in desert areas frequently. The only differences in the years are the colors offered so get a 2018 if you can and save some $$$. Note: They’re getting harder to find but there are still “new” leftover 2018’s out there to be had and a lot of low mileage ones as well. I’d hate to see you pay full retail on a 2020 ($30k out the door) when a little searching could save you some cash. Check out CycleTrader.com. Even if you had to go to another state it’d be worth the trip and a nice road trip back home. I’d take mine over the Ultra or the Roadmaster any day as I have ridden both. I love the bike.
I recently purchased this bike, love it! I bought the tc model loaded with all the extras. Center of gravity is awesome, it is very heavy but in a neutral position my daughter can hold in with her knees, the weight is transitioned well. Sport mode is very aggressive for a big bike but I have great lean angle. Haven’t hit my floor boards yet, which honestly I’m surprised. Stereo cranks nice, although I wish the volume adjusted with the rpm but still over nice.
...another thing also, (and I have owned and ridden 7 model year 'wings...) it that unlike starting movement off on a Goldwing...whereby you do the 5 foot steering wobble as you gain balance, in an SVTC, you merely engage the clutch and pull forward dead straight, and the center of gravity DUE TO, the choice of this engine, sheds 450 virtual pounds from the bike at anything over 5 mph. I have had my 2018 since May/2018, and simply see this as our last Grand Tour motorcycle. What more one can ask in ride, comfort and technology, I don't know... The one GLARING thing I love about the Yamaha over the new GL1800, is that Yamaha figured out a way to support and raise and lower the windshield WITHOUT the need to have two gross and ugly vertical supports that sit on the windshield and is right in the rider's face. Yeah, like I want to always have to see past them...another Honda 'superior' design consideration, LOL. Like an air-cleaner box that HALF the entire bike has to be stripped down to get to, for what should be a 15 minute Re and RE of the air-filter element. I could go on and on....but won't...for my beer would get warm...
The volume is self adjusting, Speed Volume Control, it has 3 settings and is at medium from the factory, put it at high and you’ll have a good surprise.
I actually found the bike ahead of others. I looked at it and did a demo. I've demoed 2019 Honda Goldwing a 2020 Harley Road Glide Limited and looked at Indian Roadmaster. The Transcontinental as far as infotainment is on par with all other bikes I've stated. Except for Indian. you have to add everything to compare. making it roughly Harley CVO price range and still not match up entireley. I will agree that these bikes have A LOT of plastic. I found though that the 27.3" seat height is perfect for me. When you're 5'5" and a 27" inseam a 29" tall seat height doesn't work well. You talked about buttons.. Dude demo a second Gen Honda Goldwing 1800 one side has so many its a huge box on the bars. I found the controls placed really nice. I also liked the foot controls. They are not under you like a Goldwing but aren't so far stretched out you have to look down to find them. The V Twin I will say is odd for me. You feel it vibrate under load, but no where else really. The bike definitely handles way better than my classic 1100 Goldwing. But I am talking about a almost 40 year old bike. As far as price. For the equipment you get on a Transcontinental no other bike can compare. It jumps them into the 35k range and then some I've mentioned do not come with a electric windshield or park assist. There is value in the Yamaha. Some will like it. Others won't. It boils down to what you want and what you're willing to pay for it. I found the rev limit low but I'm used to taking off at 2500- 3000 rpm. That is where my bike is happy. It cruses at 4000 rpm at 70mph. The Yamaha considerably lower. You hear the pipes but they ain't so loud that you can't her intercom. This Is a heavy bike. you feel its gurth when picking it up off the side stand. something I'm used to. my 1982 Aspencade is almost 1000 lbs. after all the chrome add on's and creature comforts. Is shorter in length. Has a far less rake in the front suspension. making it hard to slow manuver. Yes again its a 30+ year old bike. Any bike will out perform it. in my experience in domoing all the bikes I mentioned. two stood out for me. the Harley Davidson. and the yamaha. the yamaha fit me the best in factory trim.
American this America n that down on the bike from get go I own one it’s an awesome bike also if your going to be negative about stuff like gps for example it can be used on the move a lot of bias mis information
@Neil Simpson the 2020 model infotainment is a better system I've heard. The system was 5 years old when it came out on the 2018 model. Sadly, Yamaha discontinued the venture. Due to new emissions rules. I'm looking at used ones now. Still have my trusty old goldwing. It has modified air ride to fit me.
Nothing is perfect. We just need to adjust ourselves to it. As far as the touch screen, I think it is smart not to make it as easy due to the safety reason. You can program nav while riding it, prepare before riding it. Plan ahead then everything will be alright. I don't see any flaws on this bike at all.
There's a guy on you tube named Long hall Paul. He did a 2 year 100,00 mile review on the same bike, and he had a completely different opinion of the bike. So how many miles did you actually ride this bike?.,,,
Let’s do a cost comparison between bikes, Indian , Harley, BMW , with all same features and then see how they add up And maybe touch on reliablility to see what bike cost less in the long haul. Just my two cents...
@@samestuffdifferentday5712 Shhhh! you'll hurt some HD feelings. (somebody always gets their undies in a bunch) I was an HD guy for 25 years until a few years back when I test rode and bought a Yamaha Royal Star. Glad I made the switch, much more reliable and just as comfortable.
I would suggest watching the following review. It was made by someone who rode the bike for 100,000 miles in less than two years. It has more validity than a short test ride review, and speaks volumes about the engineering of this bike. Two opposing views. Of note is that after 100,000 miles absolutely no mechanical issues surfaced. ua-cam.com/video/IqaJaQ8WrMg/v-deo.html
Just bought an Eluder July 31 and so far so good. The screen is easy to use and read for me. Get used to how it works after using it a few times. Using the hand controls while riding is probably safer than reaching for it. No need to touch the screen with the hand controls. Don't hear any rattles on mine. I do not like all the plastic like storage doors, gas lid and saddle bags. The shorter windscreen is terrible on the highway. The bike gets hot on the left thigh sitting in traffic. Navigation had problems, but hopefully fixed in latest update. The grips are hard and terrible and the handle bars seem to sit low, both easily fixed. For the price I'll take it and not pay the name tax for the Indian or Harley. I've always had Yamaha and never any issues. Can't say the same for others I know with different makes.
@@sesquashtwo I haven’t tried it, but I honestly think you could take off from a standing start in third gear. That’s the kind of torque we’re talking about and at 963 pounds that’s pretty remarkable in my opinion.
Pushing the home button on the left handlebar takes you to the Home Screen, push it again and it takes you to the map view. You do not have to pull over.
You do if you dont know what the hell your doing. I bought mine new in 2018 and i have had none pf the problems this guy speaks of. He rides it for 10 miles and thinks hes an expert.
I’ve ridden this, the H-D and the Indian tourers. The H-D is far, far behind. No adjustable windshields, bottoming out suspension, no locking bags, etc. The complaints you have clearly stem from its differences from what you’re used to. Pretty biased review.
You say biased. Pssh no. I believe that Yamaha should do Yamaha and bring us something like Honda does Goldwing which is uniquely Honda or BMW does K1600 which is uniquely BMW. Or the MGX-21 by Moto Guzzi that is extremely unique in general but definitely Moto Guzzi's flair. Yamaha attempts to emulate yet it falls flat as the bike is much heavier than most offerings, more plastics, more meh. I believe that Harley is meh as well I like Indian a bit more but have stated warnings to them to stop their own emulation of Harley in areas as well. Yamaha could make an inline four touring bike that's uniquely their own, think FJR but a bit bigger, yet lighter and sportier and more fun. It even going to mention Kawasaki's emulation attempt as it's basically a decade old and if just sits there with zero attempts at updating. Fun story I like the Niken GT from Yamaha which is a sport touring three wheeler that tilts but it's uniquely Yamaha and it's fun to ride....
Rabid Hedgehog Rabid Hedgehog Yamaha is covering all their ground like they’ve been doing for decades. Adventure touring, sport touring, or cross country touring? They’ve got it. HD and Indian can’t say the same. Also, Yamaha has built cruising style tourers with V4’s and Twins since the 90’s, the Venture is just the latest iteration, and it is very much their own. Sure the bike is heavier, but it out handles any H-D with their outdated frames and suspension. Guess they should stop making 4 cylinder super sport motorcycles since they aren’t really unique to them right? But fair is fair, your opinion is just that, and that’s ok 👌 be safe out there!
@@RabidHedgehog this is Yamaha doing their own thing and doing it well. Longhaulpaul put 100k on one and had zero problems. Your bias is showing badly and is laughable.
@@jeffwalker1322 Longhaulpaul rode it hard and put it away wet, lol. Plugs every now and then, tires and oil every 10k miles. Only checked the valves once.
One thing I am not is a Harley lover. The issue here is the need for everyone to emulate them and it makes their stuff BAD. Yamaha makes great machines and their previous effort in the Royal Star Venture, a 1300CC V4 that from 1999-2013 remained largely unchanged, had more power than any HD that was trying to come out, already had a rear monoshock, and was uniquely a Yamaha. The attempt to Road Glide here is the reason I hate this Yamaha, though it is not put together as well as a Harley, it is the attempt to be a Harley is why I hate it.
@@RabidHedgehog well in all faceless I haven't rode the bike but when I get back into riding I do want to take a good look at it I was told it's a beautiful bike also thanks for your feed back
@@RabidHedgehogI can't believe you have the nerve to say you hate this bike what a freaking clown just goes to show you know absolutely nothing about motorcycles! Not to mention in your video you said you didn't hate it now you're spouting off in the comments about hating it, what a jackass
Boy, this guy is the biggest complainer in the universe. He is riding this amazing bike and he whines and whines. Couldn't finish the video, this baby cries too much.
This is the same dude that sends his food back and demands to see the manager WLB I could punch holes into Harleys all day long. Ive owned most of them
I had a 2018 model and loved everything about it except the infotainment system was a bit quirky. The clutch pull is light and it fit me perfectly for being 5'4. I plan to get another one. Also you CAN switch to the GPS while in motion...you just didn't know how.....
At 5’4”, you’re a testament to how the weight of this bike is really a nonissue. Literally, at 5 mph this bike handles like a bike half it’s weight, a testimony to how well balanced it is. Moreover, I’ve yet to use the reverse in real life situations.
The old Venture Royale has the V Max engine. I ride a 1990 and it's solid, smooth, and offers plenty of power. I wish they had not dropped that line to follow the Harley look-a-like crowd.
@@CraigSmith568 for sure, this Venture is not a Harley copy. I was referring to the Venture models after the Royale. I actually like this model but man it's so heavy. For now I like my old Yama. The price was right!
I agree with what you say that if i want an American touring motorcycle that harley and and Indian is the way to go. However to get a harley or Indian that's comparable in terms of specs and features to the yamaha venture you are paying nearly double the price or atleast that's how it is where I live near Toronto Canada. that difference in price has me considering a yamaha venture over a harley or Indian for sure. I sat on a yamaha venture just the other day and it certainly is very large and heavy but once you stand it up it feels very manageable, it's to bad the dealerships around me don't believe in allowing test rides and demo events seem to be quite the rarity. makes it very difficult for someone who doesn't have a lot of experience on different bikes to decide which bike to get next.
@@RabidHedgehogyou just press the home button repeatedly to cycle through the different screens and you can set your favorite home screen by holding down the home button when you're on the screen you want you clown
This bike has an incredible look to it. I still can’t figure out Yamaha’s trim with these bikes, thought. I love the idea of getting a Japanese made bike for reliability (the one thing keeping me from buying a Harley or Indian). But, the engine on this particular Venture has a much better muscle-care/Harley look to it. I’m surprised more people are riding these, given Yamaha’s reputation.
wind shield can be adjusted on the touch screen or button control on the left side of the handle bar or on the left side of the tank lid area your not not force to use only the the touch screen like you mention
For the very complaints that were heard here. Not really well put together, heavy for no reason, not Yamaha enough. I don't want a committee machine where Yamaha essentially builds a Harley. Even BMW with the R18 did it wrong due to the same thing. Yamaha should build what it does best, and the Tracer and MT series and such prove that. Leave large displacement slow revving machines to the Americans.
I rode one of these bikes when it first come out, Same thing as you said, Rev-limit seemed a little on the low side, but riding it was very surprising to me, easy handling, nimble, and well balanced over-all, It's very impressive, but I thought saddle bag lids seemed a little cheap, Now the 2021 has more upgrades and I may give Yamaha another chance, they do make some of the best products in the world, But is it enough to let go of the 2019 H.D. Roadglide that I bought, that's to be seen,? The 2021Yamaha is priced around 27K fully loaded, My Roadglide after a few accessory upgrades is probably comes in around 31K and still has no heated seats or grips and the factory suspension stinks when bike is loaded down, there's another 4K that needs to be spent to make it more comfortable, I did ride the H.D on a 6 thousand mile ride with no problems with some speeds at 115mph and still no problems, But I love the way the Venture looks and Loved the way it handled..
If Harley-Davidson had all what the Yamaha venture has to offer at the same price, They wouldn't be able to keep up with demand and the showrooms would be empty....
NOTE.I OWN THREE HARLEY-DAVIDSON'S.2009-FXDSUPER-GLIDE-2000-FXDX-SUPER-GLIDE-1979-SPORSTER-XLH.NOTE.DON'T GET ME WRONG ALL THREE MOTORCYCLE'S ARE GREAT MOTORCYCLE'S.EXSPECIALY THE NEWER TWINN CAM'S MODLE'S.NOTE.I DID ALOT OF RESEARCH ON THE YAMAHA TRANSCONTINETAL.IM VERY IM PRESSED.NOING THE WEGHT MAT BE THERE.YOUR GOING TO BLOW OFF THE ROAD.HUG'S THE ROAD LIKE A HARLEY-DAVIDSON.NOTE.I PERSONELLING LIKE THE STYLING THE FRONT FAIRING.YAMAHA INC DID A GOOD JOB IN QUALITY,AND STYLING.NOTE.I LIKE THE LOOK'S.NOTE.IM LOOKING TO BUY A 2018-TRANSCONTINETAL.NOTE.I LIKE MY HARLEY'S BUT I DO LIKE THIS MODLE.I WOULD HAVE TO SAY I WOULD PUT THE YAMAHA UP NEXT TO A HARLEY-DAVIDSON-ROAD-GLIDE-ULTRA.NOTE.BOTH GOOD MOTORCYCLE'S.😂
I have three motorcycles and have owned many more. Very few motorcycles I complain about, just this, the Bolt, and a few Harley's, but let's be real, these lasted roughly 6 years and already killed off by Yamaha? Why? Due to slow sales and awful push back in the long run. Those who like them like them that's it and that's not enough of a market share to make sense. I like the old Venture 4cyl just fine. No complaints, it was a Yamaha, not an attempt to be an American Vtwin clone. My current machines are the Chief, Moto Guzzi V85TT, and Royal Enfield Meteor 350
Yeah I don't have issue with weight, just pointing it out cause man it outweighs an Ultra by like 50 lbs yet! Have no clue why it has to weight that much.
Well I liked your review but also I think you are a bit to hard on that bike. The clutch movement I am willing to bet it was set up like that so that so the clutch would be fully disengaged when shifting to help the trans out especially at the weight of the bike. The GPS well realistically about every rider I ever seen like using their cell phones or a external gps rather than the one in the bike because they are simply better in every respect. As far as the red line goes stop thinking RPM and think Torque it is simply a adjustment in riding technique it is a touring cruiser type bike that is what it is built for. You want a high RPM type bike get a R1 or something like that and that engine in a R1 would SUCK in that Venture. I do agree that the touch screen could be better and that it should be closer to the rider and that was a good thing to point out. But as with all bikes there are things some like and some don't but here is one thing I do know. That bike or a Venture almost just like it went 100.000 miles in less than 2 years without one major breakdown just normal maintenance oil changes,tires,and brakes you know the norm you would hard pressed to find another bike manufacturer that could do that. I had a one year old Road Glide with a oil soaked air cleaner all the time yes it's a simple fix but why Harley did not fix that during development? Then sensors lots of dumb things that add up in time and money. Don't get me wrong I love Harley's really all bikes but your a bit nit picky on certain things. Would I buy a new Venture YES. Would I buy a new Harley YES and a Gold Wing and a lot of others none of them are perfect and they never will be. I have seen guys buy a new Indian because of the screen and gauges then I have seen guys buy a new Honda because they run almost forever like most Japanese bikes do. It's all in the eye of the beholder anyway I hope I don't sound like I'm busting your balls but at my age and have owned over 30 bikes over 35 years of riding on average 10.000 miles per year you learn a thing or two.
I've got a 2006 roadliner with that 113 I love it I also own a 2009 venture with a USA made hannigan trike kit those are my two Yamahas your review is kind of long-winded and you're not really saying anything I'm sure these bikes are fine but I'm way past the huge heavy 2 Wheeling crap out there I'm a trike guy or a big Street glide type guy in my old age
Great review , thanks for all the in depth things about this bike . I think they're awesome looking , but for and finish is of utmost importance to me , and for 25grand they should be damn near perfect !!
Haha this was not an awesome review it was a horrible review by somebody had no clue what they're doing and doesn't know how to use this system! This guy is a freaking clown
Thanks for an awesome review. Sucks about the double press on the recorder. I think you make some very good points, about many things in this video. They need to put that power shield in the euder.. 👍🏾👍🏾
No not really. I had a Yamaha Vstar 950 and this fits in the same area in my garage that it did. The bike is heavy, but low weight and not noticeable and balanced. More stable and maneuverable than my 950 was actually.
I test rode one. found so many of the same issues as you. Great concept. I was excited about it. I found it all very clunky and very heavy. I ended up buying a Roadmaster, and am now on a Challenger. I love the looks of the Transcontinental, I was unimpressed with its ergonomics and it weight. At the time, I was riding an 07 Ultra Classic, that felt like a sport bike in comparison.
It's a nice bike but it would have to have a different engine to draw me away from Harley and Indian. When buying a Japanese bike it's usually because you DON'T want a air cooled v twin. I'd like to have seen the V4 engine in these or maybe even a straight 6 like BMW. They cost as much as a new Harley and Goldwing so they don't have price going for them either . So they should have did something unique to set them apart . I think a big straight 6 would have been pretty cool and a great alternative to the BMW 1600
Not true at all. I am leaving Harley and it has nothing to do with the vtwin or air cooling. I am definitely looking at the venture above other metric touring bikes.
People very seldom pay full price for a Japanese bike, I know I never have. For a while before the shut down these bikes could be found new for $20k-$22k with the transcontinental package. Not too shabby. I would have liked to have seen water cooled but I’ve been following this machine since well before it’s release, Yamaha has every confidence in that engine to do what is needed and with ease.
That is your opinion. I like the torque of a big twin and the reliability of metric. I own a vstar 1100 that I abuse and it never causes problems. I have the primary torn apart on my Electra glide now. The harley costs about $1,000 a year in parts and repairs. The vstar only needs fuel and oil changes. Harleys are not dependable. I still love my Harley but I shouldn’t. Something always fucking up and it’s been that way for all my harleys.
I do not own it any longer but it was not its fault. It was a great and still is a great motorcycle. But insurance companies were unable to define it very well so it was rated on price and CC and it was killing me in insurance cost for no reason. Put it this way the three bikes in the garage right now with all full coverage literally are about $110 less a month combined than that machine alone.
You comparing a bike, that was designed to have the same or close and in some instances better than any of those high price HD or Indians. So overhaul this bike fit the pocket of the average rider. The problem is that is hard to break the HD culture or indians where people will get in debt in order to be seen in one . Instead of checking the price and what they get for.
Yeah, but you hit my point on the head. A cheap American Style cruiser. I have mentioned in conversation and maybe somewhere else on here even that if they had simply stuck to being Yamaha I would be fine. What this means is I actually liked the old 4 cylinder motorcycle way better than this one trying to be what it is not. As a pivot note how much I love the Kawasaki versions right out and that's because Kawasaki wasn't trying to BE them, they simply built THEIR bagger with neat throwback gauges and all.
Congratulations! But.. Unfortunately, he turned off the microphone after 6:32. From then on, there is no engine sound. I spun it, but it goes all the way. So from 6:32 I didn't even look any further. Nice engine, nice locomotive. I would have been curious about his sounds. Not yet in Europe. America Above All? I think this should be done more calmly. He was just snapping at the buttons in the beginning. That doesn't make the engine run any better. It's better that something breaks. This is not a powerful, hard Harley with metals and chrome, but a Japanese plastic bike. Fragile though. It's nice, but it will probably fall apart soon. The sun will also burn a lot of plastic. The lids of the containers are already loose. It shows. Later, I hope the factory will correct all initial errors. It's still half done. What is all that black plastic stuff on it? It doesn't fit a cruiser. Chrome, yes. But not the plastic. Why does the fuel filler cap open backwards? That's not good. Thanks for video. Good luck!
At 21:28..... sounds like a Harley..... things rattle loose all the time. You sound kinda biased in my opinion. Harleys vibrate like hell.... your constantly repairing replacing loose parts on Harleys plus the price point is thru the roof!
There are no vibrations on a SVTC. You feel a power pulse, but NOT from the reciprocating pistons. This bike is as smooth as a Goldwing..but with a little power pulse that is most pleasant to feel. Does not even come closer to the shake and roll of a Harley, or the sewing machine high rpm hand grips, and foot pegs buzzing, of some 4 and 6 cylinder engines.
If i buy a used low mile Venture/Eluder?....It wouldnt be for the infotainment gadgets...It would be for its Dependability and Longevity...if i cant find one at a good price...my next choice would be a used low mileage Victory Vision...
It is weird that I like the Eluder a bit better than the Venture. Part of it is just how much weight that just a little more things like a top case and such adds. I will say yes, reliability is not what is in doubt, it is just how it feels.
@@RabidHedgehog I took a 25 mile test ride on my own on a 2019 Venture...Braking excellent....Balance good...suspension excellent...Torque...plenty...Iam 6ft 255lbs with 43 years of riding streetbikes....I was impressed with it...i liked it better overall than the Challenger
Why does this bike weight almost 100 lbs more than the Indian pursuit.. ? Both the Harley and Indian are under 900 lbs . I got on the Yamaha at the local dealer and wow you can feel it's the heaviest of all .
To me this looks like the illicit love child of an R1 and a Road Glide Ultra. The R1 was forced to raise the little Eluder to try and be a touring bike when it really didn't know how to do it... You can't replace a father figure and this bike is proof.
I looked at these and the 2020 Honda Goldwing. I'd take the Goldwing hands down. For that style of bike the flat 6 engine is more exciting. A air cooled v twin belongs on a Harley
I like the Goldwing too. It's sportier for sure, but it's not as comfortable for the rider or the passenger, and forget the storage space. Maybe the 2021 improvements they made to the passenger seat and trunk will bring it up to speed.
@@gabbyhayes1568 yea the new goldwing factory seat isn't real great. But like on most bikes a seat swap can fix that real quick. I buy the biggest most comfortable tour seat I can find and don't care how cool it looks lol
@@gabbyhayes1568 i like the Yamaha though. I'm not dumping on it by any means. My problem is paying 26k for a new one. I'm interested in what they bring used in a few years lol . I have a Kawasaki 1600 someone paid 13k dollars for new a few years ago. I paid 3000 for it and it only had 11k miles on it 👍. That's great for used buyers but royally sucks for new buyers . So I could never spend 26k on a new metric twin. If they are selling for 10k in a few years i may get more interested. It's a fine machine indeed.
@@JohnnyRebKy I bought my 2018 Venture with 1,550 miles on it for $19,995 out the door with a 4 year extended warranty in November of 2019. At the time I bought it, there were a lot of deals on new 2018 leftovers. I just checked recently though and such deals are becoming more scarce lately. But you can still find 2018's for less than the $27k they are asking for 2020's. I traded in a 2017 Street Glide for the Venture. The Harley was right side up on the loan so I basically just swapped bikes without taking the financial hit you normally would on such a deal. The Harley was a great bike too, but does not even compare to the Venture in my opinion. The Venture is just a great touring bike.
@@gabbyhayes1568 yea street glides have a shorter suspension and don't ride like a real tour bike. I imagine the venture rides much better. You gotta have a road king or Ultra to have a good riding Harley for touring. Street glide is geared for the looks and sits down low. I rode a new ultra recently and it was a great riding machine! I'm sure the Yamaha is too. But for 20k and up id rather take the ultra. If the venture was significantly cheaper I would took another hard look. But I'm glad you enjoy yours!!! That's what really matters and all that matters in the end
That thing gives out less power than the previous 1300 V4, I don't get it, why would you change a V4 liquid cooled for a Vtwin air cooled, it makes no sense to me. The previous one looked awesome with more power and more torque, did I say I don't get it? Now its closer to Harley power, which isn't an accomplishment. Good video by the way.
You’re mistaken my friend. I’ve owned both bikes (2005 RSV and 2018 SVTC) and the new Venture has significantly more torque while the HP numbers are fairly close. A lot of comparison reviews distort the numbers by giving you numbers at the ground/wheel and then comparing it to numbers at the flywheel. The RSV was quicker off the line with that V-4 that loved the revs but there’s no comparison with the torque of the new Venture. And torque for moving all that mass/weight is what it’s all about in touring bikes loaded down with people and gear. The new Venture is a vast improvement over the previous generation and I absolutely loved my 2005. It’s not about who can get to 60 mph quicker in a touring bike but more about sheer roll on power for passing and hills etc., while already at freeway speeds, and for that the new Venture is ideal. It’s really a great touring bike.
@@gabbyhayes1568 I'm not mistaken Gabby, I'm talking pound for pound if you read my post properly, to gain an increase in torque they've had to up circa 500cc to get 126 ft llbs and a Vtwin hits big torque earlier anyway, that's the nature of a vtwin, a single cc for cc even more,, low down,. but, to go ti an extra 500 cc air cooled over a liquid v4 is going backwards and backwards in bhp iits pretty silly imo for a LD cruiser. It's a naturally less refined engine and as the guy in the dealership said, putting a liquid cooled with more cylinders would have taken over the top in price, and they've had to keep up with the electronic tech to make It viable, after asking everyone I know in that field they would have binned the tech for a liquid cooled engine with more cylinders given the choice, and I definitely would. Air cooled vtwins should be left to Harley imo, This is a Flagship Yamaha.
@@jaymorris3468 Well that’s like…uh…just your opinion man. And your statement that the RSV V-4 makes more power and torque is simply incorrect, false, or wrong if you will. And in my opinion, having owned both bikes and ridden them extensively, I like the new Venture better.
I’ve had this bike since late 2018 and it’s been nothing but problems. Heat issues, cam failure, starter failure. This is probably Yamaha’s worst bike as far as quality. The heat becomes a problem when stuck in traffic. To the point that it can give you blisters on the inside of your left thigh.
@@tomjohnson8794 Don't get me wrong. As far are ride quality, engine power, the bike is amazing. Just a lot of engine and electrical issues. Bikes been in the shop more than on the road.
@@BlockchainGaming7 The joke is on you. Max McAlister (Traxxion Dynamics) did an experiment on the latest generation of Goldwing & the air filter change. He had 3 filters on the bench. One filter had around 16K miles the next around 45K miles and the 3rd filter had 72K miles. You couldn’t tell the difference between any of them so it’ll be a long while before I’ll need to change that filter.
@@danielmoore1394 THAT WAS a CHOICE comment...right...too heavy? Well, if you don't have the physical stature to keep 1,000 pounds balanced between your two feet...then yes...that would be too much bike for that rider. 5 mph and over, the bike virtually sheds 450 pounds...it is that precise and control maneuverable.
@@sesquashtwoWell, it was humor and you could say that about any bike. What would be the necessary physical stature? I'm 5'4". BTW, don't need both feet on the ground. Just one, preferably the left. Keep the right foot on the brake. The thing is, the low center of gravity for this bike makes it manageable in spite of what the scales say.
Most of the reviews are by people who don’t own one. They’ve had some issues but what bike hasn’t? Mine has been trouble free. Having owned one for 2+ years I can tell you this guy’s review is way off. It’s a fantastic touring bike. If you want a factual review, check out LonghaulPauls videos.
I test rode this bike....Dang this guy is a picky whiner....he might really be a chick !!
I really enjoyed this bike..loved how low it sat....smooth and beautiful
All I know for a fact is that everything YAMAHA makes is the best. My bass guitar is a 1986 made in Japan with Alembic preamp and pickups, and my amp is a YAMAHA BP-1 through a power amp, and my other amp is a YAMAHA B100II, so it only makes sense that since I owned a YZ80 as a kid that I look into the YAMAHA Star Venture. My God, it's gorgeous.
I don't like Harley clones. Yamaha needs to do Yamaha things. Their standard MT series is an example, top notch and wonderful machines. Their dirt bikes are the same, but I don't want something to be heavy for no reason and awful because of the attempt to copy a formula I don't like from HD. The old Venture with the 4 cylinder was amazing. It was Yamaha doing Yamaha things. This is trash. Sure it'll be reliable, but I hate the formula.
I agree with everything you said. I have this bike and love it. I also have a 1986 Yamaha bass guitar (BB300) that matches the bike- dark red. I also had a YZ80 as a kid. Any chance your favorite band is Rush? Might be with the 2112 in your name.
@@RabidHedgehogwhat a freaking clown calling this bike trash, it's an awesome bike and it looks awesome too!
American,Japanese, immitation, this that, this is a badass touring bike, very beautiful motorcycle
I’ve never seen anyone so rough with switches in my entire life. Interesting. Wish there was more of these around. Great machine overall, but definitely more designed for long hauls at an easy pace. Diesel like torque, just what touring riders need. That high revving high horsepower screaming tach bike are more for bar hoppers.
It's a great bike with a lot of personality, I love the thing...
Yes this guy is not my favorite reviewers he is off-putting .Major bias coming into this review so i would take it with a grain of salt seems like a nice bike at least to me.
@@chonasimpson6487 Yeah, I agree with you. I started a long list of criticism to his constant put down of the bike, but dumped it because I didn't want to be mean . The bike seems pretty nice to me. But being he does ride them all, to do these reviews. I didn't want to talk down on him.
Yes, I agree. I tested one and it is definitely a bike for a bona fide tourer. Not a bike for the bar hopper crowd. She's so comfy and built to pile on the miles.
Yamaha has been doing vtwin cruisers as good or better than americans since the early 2000's and only getting better.
Its the prettiest full tourer ever!!
I've been riding for 50 years+ i never hit the red line in any gear especially in first all bikes will if you give to much gas its called control , this bike is far obove other bikes out there ! A half hour test drive does not get you used to riding it , you need a few days.
I have a 2018 and it's the best overall touring bike I've owned. I've had Harley touring bikes, sport touring bikes, and traded in my 2017 Street Glide for this bike. Your criticisms of the bike are petty and laughable really. But then again opinions are like a-holes, everybody has one and you're entitled to yours. Ride safe.
Gabby Hayes ... right on
Do you recommend getting one?
Is there a difference between 2018 and new 2020
I really like it but most reviews are negative
With the left side of the engine heat but i plan to travel with it, the weather between temperatures between 60-80 degrees F (18-25 C)
@@JUFFAIR101 What one likes in a bike is very subjective. But as I said, I think it's the best all around touring bike I've owned in my 40+ years of riding and by far the best bang for your buck considering what a used one goes for. It's got it all, comfort, power, massive storage, and reliability. The only bike out there with more modern technology are the BMW’s. As for heat, it gets warm as all V-twin designs tend to do when in stop and go traffic on a hot day. But I have not found excessive heat to be an issue. I live in So. Cal. where the temps are very moderate but ride in desert areas frequently. The only differences in the years are the colors offered so get a 2018 if you can and save some $$$. Note: They’re getting harder to find but there are still “new” leftover 2018’s out there to be had and a lot of low mileage ones as well. I’d hate to see you pay full retail on a 2020 ($30k out the door) when a little searching could save you some cash. Check out CycleTrader.com. Even if you had to go to another state it’d be worth the trip and a nice road trip back home. I’d take mine over the Ultra or the Roadmaster any day as I have ridden both. I love the bike.
Right on, Gabby...another I don't really have a clue, expert riding review....oh well...we owners will just have to take up the slack....
I recently purchased this bike, love it! I bought the tc model loaded with all the extras. Center of gravity is awesome, it is very heavy but in a neutral position my daughter can hold in with her knees, the weight is transitioned well. Sport mode is very aggressive for a big bike but I have great lean angle. Haven’t hit my floor boards yet, which honestly I’m surprised. Stereo cranks nice, although I wish the volume adjusted with the rpm but still over nice.
...another thing also, (and I have owned and ridden 7 model year 'wings...) it that unlike starting movement off on a Goldwing...whereby you do the 5 foot steering wobble as you gain balance, in an SVTC, you merely engage the clutch and pull forward dead straight, and the center of gravity DUE TO, the choice of this engine, sheds 450 virtual pounds from the bike at anything over 5 mph. I have had my 2018 since May/2018, and simply see this as our last Grand Tour motorcycle. What more one can ask in ride, comfort and technology, I don't know... The one GLARING thing I love about the Yamaha over the new GL1800, is that Yamaha figured out a way to support and raise and lower the windshield WITHOUT the need to have two gross and ugly vertical supports that sit on the windshield and is right in the rider's face. Yeah, like I want to always have to see past them...another Honda 'superior' design consideration, LOL. Like an air-cleaner box that HALF the entire bike has to be stripped down to get to, for what should be a 15 minute Re and RE of the air-filter element. I could go on and on....but won't...for my beer would get warm...
The volume is self adjusting, Speed Volume Control, it has 3 settings and is at medium from the factory, put it at high and you’ll have a good surprise.
Get the plug in to your helmet ear speakers and you will find yourself in another world.
@@tomjohnson8794 Tom, can it be used in a half helmet?
Thanks for your biased opinion. I own one, your whining about nothing, I absolutely love this bike, 40,000 miles, zero issues.
I actually found the bike ahead of others. I looked at it and did a demo. I've demoed 2019 Honda Goldwing a 2020 Harley Road Glide Limited and looked at Indian Roadmaster. The Transcontinental as far as infotainment is on par with all other bikes I've stated. Except for Indian. you have to add everything to compare. making it roughly Harley CVO price range and still not match up entireley. I will agree that these bikes have A LOT of plastic. I found though that the 27.3" seat height is perfect for me. When you're 5'5" and a 27" inseam a 29" tall seat height doesn't work well. You talked about buttons.. Dude demo a second Gen Honda Goldwing 1800 one side has so many its a huge box on the bars. I found the controls placed really nice. I also liked the foot controls. They are not under you like a Goldwing but aren't so far stretched out you have to look down to find them. The V Twin I will say is odd for me. You feel it vibrate under load, but no where else really. The bike definitely handles way better than my classic 1100 Goldwing. But I am talking about a almost 40 year old bike. As far as price. For the equipment you get on a Transcontinental no other bike can compare. It jumps them into the 35k range and then some I've mentioned do not come with a electric windshield or park assist. There is value in the Yamaha. Some will like it. Others won't. It boils down to what you want and what you're willing to pay for it. I found the rev limit low but I'm used to taking off at 2500- 3000 rpm. That is where my bike is happy. It cruses at 4000 rpm at 70mph. The Yamaha considerably lower. You hear the pipes but they ain't so loud that you can't her intercom. This Is a heavy bike. you feel its gurth when picking it up off the side stand. something I'm used to. my 1982 Aspencade is almost 1000 lbs. after all the chrome add on's and creature comforts. Is shorter in length. Has a far less rake in the front suspension. making it hard to slow manuver. Yes again its a 30+ year old bike. Any bike will out perform it. in my experience in domoing all the bikes I mentioned. two stood out for me. the Harley Davidson. and the yamaha. the yamaha fit me the best in factory trim.
American this America n that down on the bike from get go I own one it’s an awesome bike also if your going to be negative about stuff like gps for example it can be used on the move a lot of bias mis information
@Neil Simpson the 2020 model infotainment is a better system I've heard. The system was 5 years old when it came out on the 2018 model. Sadly, Yamaha discontinued the venture. Due to new emissions rules. I'm looking at used ones now. Still have my trusty old goldwing. It has modified air ride to fit me.
@@richarddickey3010I just picked up a 2018 Star Venture TC and love it!
Nothing is perfect. We just need to adjust ourselves to it. As far as the touch screen, I think it is smart not to make it as easy due to the safety reason. You can program nav while riding it, prepare before riding it. Plan ahead then everything will be alright. I don't see any flaws on this bike at all.
Your riding a touring bike for an hour. I've had it for 2 years and it is better than the goldwing for big american rider with their partner.
There's a guy on you tube named Long hall Paul. He did a 2 year 100,00 mile review on the same bike, and he had a completely different opinion of the bike. So how many miles did you actually ride this bike?.,,,
I have a2020 this bike is amazing best bike I've had!
Let’s do a cost comparison between bikes, Indian , Harley, BMW , with all same features and then see how they add up
And maybe touch on reliablility to see what bike cost less in the long haul. Just my two cents...
I've owned both Harley n Indian tour bikes both have there plus n minuses..but if it comes down to reliability..im sure Yamaha would win hands down..
I've done the price comparison equipment to equipment. Fully loaded with every option Yamaha has still beats others on the price tag.
Facts Yamaha Honda Kawasaki all have a higher reliability than bmw Harley and Indian.
@@samestuffdifferentday5712 Shhhh! you'll hurt some HD feelings. (somebody always gets their undies in a bunch) I was an HD guy for 25 years until a few years back when I test rode and bought a Yamaha Royal Star. Glad I made the switch, much more reliable and just as comfortable.
@@samestuffdifferentday5712 ahahahahahhhhh 😅😅😅 waoweewwwww😅😅😮
I would suggest watching the following review. It was made by someone who rode the bike for 100,000 miles in less than two years. It has more validity than a short test ride review, and speaks volumes about the engineering of this bike. Two opposing views. Of note is that after 100,000 miles absolutely no mechanical issues surfaced.
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Dont here anything rattling on mine!
Just bought an Eluder July 31 and so far so good. The screen is easy to use and read for me. Get used to how it works after using it a few times. Using the hand controls while riding is probably safer than reaching for it. No need to touch the screen with the hand controls. Don't hear any rattles on mine. I do not like all the plastic like storage doors, gas lid and saddle bags. The shorter windscreen is terrible on the highway. The bike gets hot on the left thigh sitting in traffic. Navigation had problems, but hopefully fixed in latest update. The grips are hard and terrible and the handle bars seem to sit low, both easily fixed. For the price I'll take it and not pay the name tax for the Indian or Harley. I've always had Yamaha and never any issues. Can't say the same for others I know with different makes.
When I looked at them they cost as much new as a comparable Harley or Indian.
Usually harley guys always shift before 4000 rpm anyway unless we are really getting on it.
V twins are all about torque down low
@@sesquashtwo I haven’t tried it, but I honestly think you could take off from a standing start in third gear. That’s the kind of torque we’re talking about and at 963 pounds that’s pretty remarkable in my opinion.
Better bike than any out there…I’ll wait until I can put my hands on a used one in great shape 5 years down the road
Pushing the home button on the left handlebar takes you to the Home Screen, push it again and it takes you to the map view. You do not have to pull over.
You do if you dont know what the hell your doing. I bought mine new in 2018 and i have had none pf the problems this guy speaks of. He rides it for 10 miles and thinks hes an expert.
I’ve ridden this, the H-D and the Indian tourers. The H-D is far, far behind. No adjustable windshields, bottoming out suspension, no locking bags, etc. The complaints you have clearly stem from its differences from what you’re used to. Pretty biased review.
You say biased. Pssh no. I believe that Yamaha should do Yamaha and bring us something like Honda does Goldwing which is uniquely Honda or BMW does K1600 which is uniquely BMW. Or the MGX-21 by Moto Guzzi that is extremely unique in general but definitely Moto Guzzi's flair. Yamaha attempts to emulate yet it falls flat as the bike is much heavier than most offerings, more plastics, more meh. I believe that Harley is meh as well I like Indian a bit more but have stated warnings to them to stop their own emulation of Harley in areas as well. Yamaha could make an inline four touring bike that's uniquely their own, think FJR but a bit bigger, yet lighter and sportier and more fun. It even going to mention Kawasaki's emulation attempt as it's basically a decade old and if just sits there with zero attempts at updating. Fun story I like the Niken GT from Yamaha which is a sport touring three wheeler that tilts but it's uniquely Yamaha and it's fun to ride....
Rabid Hedgehog Rabid Hedgehog Yamaha is covering all their ground like they’ve been doing for decades. Adventure touring, sport touring, or cross country touring? They’ve got it. HD and Indian can’t say the same. Also, Yamaha has built cruising style tourers with V4’s and Twins since the 90’s, the Venture is just the latest iteration, and it is very much their own. Sure the bike is heavier, but it out handles any H-D with their outdated frames and suspension. Guess they should stop making 4 cylinder super sport motorcycles since they aren’t really unique to them right? But fair is fair, your opinion is just that, and that’s ok 👌 be safe out there!
@@RabidHedgehog this is Yamaha doing their own thing and doing it well. Longhaulpaul put 100k on one and had zero problems. Your bias is showing badly and is laughable.
@@jeffwalker1322 Longhaulpaul rode it hard and put it away wet, lol. Plugs every now and then, tires and oil every 10k miles. Only checked the valves once.
@@gabbyhayes1568 exactly right. 1000 mile days are the norm for Paul and he rides the guts out of it.
Harley lover I know alot of people who love the Yamaha bike me included
One thing I am not is a Harley lover. The issue here is the need for everyone to emulate them and it makes their stuff BAD. Yamaha makes great machines and their previous effort in the Royal Star Venture, a 1300CC V4 that from 1999-2013 remained largely unchanged, had more power than any HD that was trying to come out, already had a rear monoshock, and was uniquely a Yamaha. The attempt to Road Glide here is the reason I hate this Yamaha, though it is not put together as well as a Harley, it is the attempt to be a Harley is why I hate it.
@@RabidHedgehog well in all faceless I haven't rode the bike but when I get back into riding I do want to take a good look at it I was told it's a beautiful bike also thanks for your feed back
@@RabidHedgehogI can't believe you have the nerve to say you hate this bike what a freaking clown just goes to show you know absolutely nothing about motorcycles! Not to mention in your video you said you didn't hate it now you're spouting off in the comments about hating it, what a jackass
What a freaking clown! This bike rise and looks awesome and has so many great features!
Boy, this guy is the biggest complainer in the universe. He is riding this amazing bike and he whines and whines. Couldn't finish the video, this baby cries too much.
This is the same dude that sends his food back and demands to see the manager WLB I could punch holes into Harleys all day long. Ive owned most of them
I had a 2018 model and loved everything about it except the infotainment system was a bit quirky. The clutch pull is light and it fit me perfectly for being 5'4. I plan to get another one. Also you CAN switch to the GPS while in motion...you just didn't know how.....
You 'had' a model, past tense? Did it get stolen, or did you wipe it out?
At 5’4”, you’re a testament to how the weight of this bike is really a nonissue. Literally, at 5 mph this bike handles like a bike half it’s weight, a testimony to how well balanced it is. Moreover, I’ve yet to use the reverse in real life situations.
@@sesquashtwo no traded it in on a can am...hated it and just bought a 2021 venture.
@@sesquashtwo no traded it in on a can am...hated it and just bought a 2021 venture.
@@bookemdanno4355 "ah..I see. Thanks for the comeback, as I was confused."
On my .2018 just hit the home button on the left grip and it goes to maps and every thing .there is
They need to build a touring bike with the VMAX engine in it.
The old Venture Royale has the V Max engine. I ride a 1990 and it's solid, smooth, and offers plenty of power. I wish they had not dropped that line to follow the Harley look-a-like crowd.
@@whitetailpoet4243 I agree. I don't think this looks like a Harley, but clearly what they were going after with the v-twin air cooled engine.
@@CraigSmith568 for sure, this Venture is not a Harley copy. I was referring to the Venture models after the Royale. I actually like this model but man it's so heavy. For now I like my old Yama. The price was right!
Love the adjustable windscreen.
I agree with what you say that if i want an American touring motorcycle that harley and and Indian is the way to go. However to get a harley or Indian that's comparable in terms of specs and features to the yamaha venture you are paying nearly double the price or atleast that's how it is where I live near Toronto Canada. that difference in price has me considering a yamaha venture over a harley or Indian for sure. I sat on a yamaha venture just the other day and it certainly is very large and heavy but once you stand it up it feels very manageable, it's to bad the dealerships around me don't believe in allowing test rides and demo events seem to be quite the rarity. makes it very difficult for someone who doesn't have a lot of experience on different bikes to decide which bike to get next.
Awesome bike. Love it
I had this bike and mine let me put the navigation on while riding. I'm not sure why this one wouldn't let you.
Interesting. It is probably one of those screens hiding somewhere that you accept your death or something first to allow the feature to kick on.
@@RabidHedgehogyou just press the home button repeatedly to cycle through the different screens and you can set your favorite home screen by holding down the home button when you're on the screen you want you clown
This bike has an incredible look to it. I still can’t figure out Yamaha’s trim with these bikes, thought. I love the idea of getting a Japanese made bike for reliability (the one thing keeping me from buying a Harley or Indian). But, the engine on this particular Venture has a much better muscle-care/Harley look to it. I’m surprised more people are riding these, given Yamaha’s reputation.
wind shield can be adjusted on the touch screen or button control on the left side of the handle bar or on the left side of the tank lid area your not not force to use only the the touch screen like you mention
Well the voiceover was not complete and it sounded like it was implied but it has three redundant controls
Riding with Keith & the Dominator: Great review.
Don't know why in the hell Yamaha discontinued that bike
For the very complaints that were heard here. Not really well put together, heavy for no reason, not Yamaha enough. I don't want a committee machine where Yamaha essentially builds a Harley. Even BMW with the R18 did it wrong due to the same thing. Yamaha should build what it does best, and the Tracer and MT series and such prove that. Leave large displacement slow revving machines to the Americans.
@@RabidHedgehog wrong
@@RabidHedgehogwhat a load of bullshiz! Yamaha can and did make a Touring bike way better than all the stupid American ones! 🤡🤡🤡
I rode one of these bikes when it first come out, Same thing as you said, Rev-limit seemed a little on the low side, but riding it was very surprising to me, easy handling, nimble, and well balanced over-all, It's very impressive, but I thought saddle bag lids seemed a little cheap, Now the 2021 has more upgrades and I may give Yamaha another chance, they do make some of the best products in the world, But is it enough to let go of the 2019 H.D. Roadglide that I bought, that's to be seen,? The 2021Yamaha is priced around 27K fully loaded, My Roadglide after a few accessory upgrades is probably comes in around 31K and still has no heated seats or grips and the factory suspension stinks when bike is loaded down, there's another 4K that needs to be spent to make it more comfortable, I did ride the H.D on a 6 thousand mile ride with no problems with some speeds at 115mph and still no problems, But I love the way the Venture looks and Loved the way it handled..
I'd go with an Indian Roadmaster over both of those bikes.
These have an incredible v-twin engine. Super mean
If Harley-Davidson had all what the Yamaha venture has to offer at the same price, They wouldn't be able to keep up with demand and the showrooms would be empty....
NOTE.I OWN THREE HARLEY-DAVIDSON'S.2009-FXDSUPER-GLIDE-2000-FXDX-SUPER-GLIDE-1979-SPORSTER-XLH.NOTE.DON'T GET ME WRONG ALL THREE MOTORCYCLE'S ARE GREAT MOTORCYCLE'S.EXSPECIALY THE NEWER TWINN CAM'S MODLE'S.NOTE.I DID ALOT OF RESEARCH ON THE YAMAHA TRANSCONTINETAL.IM VERY IM PRESSED.NOING THE WEGHT MAT BE THERE.YOUR GOING TO BLOW OFF THE ROAD.HUG'S THE ROAD LIKE A HARLEY-DAVIDSON.NOTE.I PERSONELLING LIKE THE STYLING THE FRONT FAIRING.YAMAHA INC DID A GOOD JOB IN QUALITY,AND STYLING.NOTE.I LIKE THE LOOK'S.NOTE.IM LOOKING TO BUY A 2018-TRANSCONTINETAL.NOTE.I LIKE MY HARLEY'S BUT I DO LIKE THIS MODLE.I WOULD HAVE TO SAY I WOULD PUT THE YAMAHA UP NEXT TO A HARLEY-DAVIDSON-ROAD-GLIDE-ULTRA.NOTE.BOTH GOOD MOTORCYCLE'S.😂
can you please tell me what kind of bike do you ride ? do you even own a bike or do you just ride different bikes and complain about each bike ..
I have three motorcycles and have owned many more. Very few motorcycles I complain about, just this, the Bolt, and a few Harley's, but let's be real, these lasted roughly 6 years and already killed off by Yamaha? Why? Due to slow sales and awful push back in the long run. Those who like them like them that's it and that's not enough of a market share to make sense. I like the old Venture 4cyl just fine. No complaints, it was a Yamaha, not an attempt to be an American Vtwin clone. My current machines are the Chief, Moto Guzzi V85TT, and Royal Enfield Meteor 350
@@RabidHedgehogThese got killed off probably from clowns like you posting crap reviews!
I'm starting to think you believe this is a heavy motorcycle.
Although he dwells on its weight, it handles like a bike half its size. The weight of this bike is a non-issue for an experienced rider.
I have no problem with the weight, hit the gym if it's to heavy. Had a Ultra Classic and that thing was a pig.
Yeah I don't have issue with weight, just pointing it out cause man it outweighs an Ultra by like 50 lbs yet! Have no clue why it has to weight that much.
@@RabidHedgehog I have no problem while sitting on the Yamaha moving it around, My Ultra I had to get off it to move it around.
@@saxarra43 and the Yamaha has park assist, reverse and forward button... 👍
Love the inline 4 idea.
Well I liked your review but also I think you are a bit to hard on that bike. The clutch movement I am willing to bet it was set up like that so that so the clutch would be fully disengaged when shifting to help the trans out especially at the weight of the bike. The GPS well realistically about every rider I ever seen like using their cell phones or a external gps rather than the one in the bike because they are simply better in every respect. As far as the red line goes stop thinking RPM and think Torque it is simply a adjustment in riding technique it is a touring cruiser type bike that is what it is built for. You want a high RPM type bike get a R1 or something like that and that engine in a R1 would SUCK in that Venture.
I do agree that the touch screen could be better and that it should be closer to the rider and that was a good thing to point out. But as with all bikes there are things some like and some don't but here is one thing I do know. That bike or a Venture almost just like it went 100.000 miles in less than 2 years without one major breakdown just normal maintenance oil changes,tires,and brakes you know the norm you would hard pressed to find another bike manufacturer that could do that. I had a one year old Road Glide with a oil soaked air cleaner all the time yes it's a simple fix but why Harley did not fix that during development? Then sensors lots of dumb things that add up in time and money. Don't get me wrong I love Harley's really all bikes but your a bit nit picky on certain things.
Would I buy a new Venture YES. Would I buy a new Harley YES and a Gold Wing and a lot of others none of them are perfect and they never will be. I have seen guys buy a new Indian because of the screen and gauges then I have seen guys buy a new Honda because they run almost forever like most Japanese bikes do. It's all in the eye of the beholder anyway I hope I don't sound like I'm busting your balls but at my age and have owned over 30 bikes over 35 years of riding on average 10.000 miles per year you learn a thing or two.
Bad review. You really didn't give the bike a chance. Get used to the controls before you condemn them. It's actually a great bike.
Agree. He should have moved he's seat up. It's OK. You won't lose your balls.
Menu will set up touch screen with gloves....etc
The new Royal Star Venture?
They dropped out the Royal from it so it is the Yamaha Star Venture now.
Rabid Hedgehog ...ok. They dropped the cassette tape player too.
Yes that is true too lol. Or maybe they just hid it in all that weight and it's an easter egg.
Rabid Hedgehog ..it could be in there somewhere. And a V twin now instead of V4.
They dropped the Royal when they made it air cold. It's like riding a pizza oven.I had the looter at road nice but the heat was unbearable
when the video started, I thought you were peeing, and waiting to turn around to show the bike.
It is the best bike yamaha star venture
Question does the Yahama Venture ride a lot better or stronger than the Kawasaki vaquero which I have a 2021 Vaquero
I would say the engine is stronger and the suspension is a bit better between the two.
Sounds like this bike is a victim of too many cooks in the kitchen.
Just a bit.
I've got a 2006 roadliner with that 113 I love it I also own a 2009 venture with a USA made hannigan trike kit those are my two Yamahas your review is kind of long-winded and you're not really saying anything I'm sure these bikes are fine but I'm way past the huge heavy 2 Wheeling crap out there I'm a trike guy or a big Street glide type guy in my old age
Great review , thanks for all the in depth things about this bike . I think they're awesome looking , but for and finish is of utmost importance to me , and for 25grand they should be damn near perfect !!
Haha this was not an awesome review it was a horrible review by somebody had no clue what they're doing and doesn't know how to use this system! This guy is a freaking clown
Thanks for an awesome review. Sucks about the double press on the recorder.
I think you make some very good points, about many things in this video.
They need to put that power shield in
the euder.. 👍🏾👍🏾
Thanks
Do you have a video on the Eluder ??
I wish. They didn't allow videos
Looks like it has a larger footprint than a smart car.
Smart cars look at it and tremble.
Rabid Hedgehog 😂🤣
No not really. I had a Yamaha Vstar 950 and this fits in the same area in my garage that it did. The bike is heavy, but low weight and not noticeable and balanced. More stable and maneuverable than my 950 was actually.
I test rode one. found so many of the same issues as you. Great concept. I was excited about it. I found it all very clunky and very heavy. I ended up buying a Roadmaster, and am now on a Challenger. I love the looks of the Transcontinental, I was unimpressed with its ergonomics and it weight. At the time, I was riding an 07 Ultra Classic, that felt like a sport bike in comparison.
It's a nice bike but it would have to have a different engine to draw me away from Harley and Indian. When buying a Japanese bike it's usually because you DON'T want a air cooled v twin. I'd like to have seen the V4 engine in these or maybe even a straight 6 like BMW. They cost as much as a new Harley and Goldwing so they don't have price going for them either . So they should have did something unique to set them apart . I think a big straight 6 would have been pretty cool and a great alternative to the BMW 1600
Not true at all. I am leaving Harley and it has nothing to do with the vtwin or air cooling. I am definitely looking at the venture above other metric touring bikes.
People very seldom pay full price for a Japanese bike, I know I never have. For a while before the shut down these bikes could be found new for $20k-$22k with the transcontinental package. Not too shabby. I would have liked to have seen water cooled but I’ve been following this machine since well before it’s release, Yamaha has every confidence in that engine to do what is needed and with ease.
That is your opinion. I like the torque of a big twin and the reliability of metric. I own a vstar 1100 that I abuse and it never causes problems. I have the primary torn apart on my Electra glide now. The harley costs about $1,000 a year in parts and repairs. The vstar only needs fuel and oil changes. Harleys are not dependable. I still love my Harley but I shouldn’t. Something always fucking up and it’s been that way for all my harleys.
How fast will this Yamaha go?
Not true. A comparably equipped Harley will cost a lot more. The Venture has way more tech for the money.
I'M A KOREAN. HOW CAN I BUY THE THIS BIKE? I WISH TO LIVE IN USA
I demoed this bike in 2018 and liked it but not enough to trade in my Victory CCT.
Looks like the shark nose similar to the Harley road glide
Sorry, but totally lame when there's no audio of the bike's sound!
Still liking the flying fortress
I do not own it any longer but it was not its fault. It was a great and still is a great motorcycle. But insurance companies were unable to define it very well so it was rated on price and CC and it was killing me in insurance cost for no reason. Put it this way the three bikes in the garage right now with all full coverage literally are about $110 less a month combined than that machine alone.
I really like the angle and height of the camera. Also you are the law abiding citizen. Thank you for the good video.
You comparing a bike, that was designed to have the same or close and in some instances better than any of those high price HD or Indians. So overhaul this bike fit the pocket of the average rider. The problem is that is hard to break the HD culture or indians where people will get in debt in order to be seen in one . Instead of checking the price and what they get for.
Yeah, but you hit my point on the head. A cheap American Style cruiser. I have mentioned in conversation and maybe somewhere else on here even that if they had simply stuck to being Yamaha I would be fine. What this means is I actually liked the old 4 cylinder motorcycle way better than this one trying to be what it is not. As a pivot note how much I love the Kawasaki versions right out and that's because Kawasaki wasn't trying to BE them, they simply built THEIR bagger with neat throwback gauges and all.
1:29 looks like a trans am. Smokey and the bandit.
Congratulations! But.. Unfortunately, he turned off the microphone after 6:32. From then on, there is no engine sound. I spun it, but it goes all the way. So from 6:32 I didn't even look any further. Nice engine, nice locomotive. I would have been curious about his sounds. Not yet in Europe. America Above All? I think this should be done more calmly. He was just snapping at the buttons in the beginning. That doesn't make the engine run any better. It's better that something breaks. This is not a powerful, hard Harley with metals and chrome, but a Japanese plastic bike. Fragile though. It's nice, but it will probably fall apart soon. The sun will also burn a lot of plastic. The lids of the containers are already loose. It shows. Later, I hope the factory will correct all initial errors. It's still half done. What is all that black plastic stuff on it? It doesn't fit a cruiser. Chrome, yes. But not the plastic. Why does the fuel filler cap open backwards? That's not good. Thanks for video. Good luck!
At 21:28..... sounds like a Harley..... things rattle loose all the time. You sound kinda biased in my opinion. Harleys vibrate like hell.... your constantly repairing replacing loose parts on Harleys plus the price point is thru the roof!
There are no vibrations on a SVTC. You feel a power pulse, but NOT from the reciprocating pistons. This bike is as smooth as a Goldwing..but with a little power pulse that is most pleasant to feel. Does not even come closer to the shake and roll of a Harley, or the sewing machine high rpm hand grips, and foot pegs buzzing, of some 4 and 6 cylinder engines.
I have a 2000 RSV don't sit near like that,and I'm 6ft
If i buy a used low mile Venture/Eluder?....It wouldnt be for the infotainment gadgets...It would be for its Dependability and Longevity...if i cant find one at a good price...my next choice would be a used low mileage Victory Vision...
It is weird that I like the Eluder a bit better than the Venture. Part of it is just how much weight that just a little more things like a top case and such adds. I will say yes, reliability is not what is in doubt, it is just how it feels.
@@RabidHedgehog I took a 25 mile test ride on my own on a 2019 Venture...Braking excellent....Balance good...suspension excellent...Torque...plenty...Iam 6ft 255lbs with 43 years of riding streetbikes....I was impressed with it...i liked it better overall than the Challenger
Due just ride! Stop show blinkers.
Why does this bike weight almost 100 lbs more than the Indian pursuit.. ? Both the Harley and Indian are under 900 lbs . I got on the Yamaha at the local dealer and wow you can feel it's the heaviest of all .
See that's what I was saying. Not eloquently, but why? Why is it so heavy when the others can package them lighter.
@@RabidHedgehogIt's called quality 🤡
968 lbs, per Yamaha.
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It appeared as if the front end was really jumping.... those handle bars were bouncing all over the place when on the ramp to the interstate
Every thing but electric mirrors.come on! Nice bike though.
Why would anyone buy a car when these things are around???!!!
To me this looks like the illicit love child of an R1 and a Road Glide Ultra. The R1 was forced to raise the little Eluder to try and be a touring bike when it really didn't know how to do it... You can't replace a father figure and this bike is proof.
That's one way to put it.
Dumbest comment ever!
I looked at these and the 2020 Honda Goldwing. I'd take the Goldwing hands down. For that style of bike the flat 6 engine is more exciting. A air cooled v twin belongs on a Harley
I like the Goldwing too. It's sportier for sure, but it's not as comfortable for the rider or the passenger, and forget the storage space. Maybe the 2021 improvements they made to the passenger seat and trunk will bring it up to speed.
@@gabbyhayes1568 yea the new goldwing factory seat isn't real great. But like on most bikes a seat swap can fix that real quick. I buy the biggest most comfortable tour seat I can find and don't care how cool it looks lol
@@gabbyhayes1568 i like the Yamaha though. I'm not dumping on it by any means. My problem is paying 26k for a new one. I'm interested in what they bring used in a few years lol . I have a Kawasaki 1600 someone paid 13k dollars for new a few years ago. I paid 3000 for it and it only had 11k miles on it 👍. That's great for used buyers but royally sucks for new buyers . So I could never spend 26k on a new metric twin. If they are selling for 10k in a few years i may get more interested. It's a fine machine indeed.
@@JohnnyRebKy I bought my 2018 Venture with 1,550 miles on it for $19,995 out the door with a 4 year extended warranty in November of 2019. At the time I bought it, there were a lot of deals on new 2018 leftovers. I just checked recently though and such deals are becoming more scarce lately. But you can still find 2018's for less than the $27k they are asking for 2020's. I traded in a 2017 Street Glide for the Venture. The Harley was right side up on the loan so I basically just swapped bikes without taking the financial hit you normally would on such a deal. The Harley was a great bike too, but does not even compare to the Venture in my opinion. The Venture is just a great touring bike.
@@gabbyhayes1568 yea street glides have a shorter suspension and don't ride like a real tour bike. I imagine the venture rides much better. You gotta have a road king or Ultra to have a good riding Harley for touring. Street glide is geared for the looks and sits down low. I rode a new ultra recently and it was a great riding machine! I'm sure the Yamaha is too. But for 20k and up id rather take the ultra. If the venture was significantly cheaper I would took another hard look. But I'm glad you enjoy yours!!! That's what really matters and all that matters in the end
That thing gives out less power than the previous 1300 V4, I don't get it, why would you change a V4 liquid cooled for a Vtwin air cooled, it makes no sense to me. The previous one looked awesome with more power and more torque, did I say I don't get it? Now its closer to Harley power, which isn't an accomplishment. Good video by the way.
You’re mistaken my friend. I’ve owned both bikes (2005 RSV and 2018 SVTC) and the new Venture has significantly more torque while the HP numbers are fairly close. A lot of comparison reviews distort the numbers by giving you numbers at the ground/wheel and then comparing it to numbers at the flywheel. The RSV was quicker off the line with that V-4 that loved the revs but there’s no comparison with the torque of the new Venture. And torque for moving all that mass/weight is what it’s all about in touring bikes loaded down with people and gear. The new Venture is a vast improvement over the previous generation and I absolutely loved my 2005. It’s not about who can get to 60 mph quicker in a touring bike but more about sheer roll on power for passing and hills etc., while already at freeway speeds, and for that the new Venture is ideal. It’s really a great touring bike.
@@gabbyhayes1568 I'm not mistaken Gabby, I'm talking pound for pound if you read my post properly, to gain an increase in torque they've had to up circa 500cc to get 126 ft llbs and a Vtwin hits big torque earlier anyway, that's the nature of a vtwin, a single cc for cc even more,, low down,. but, to go ti an extra 500 cc air cooled over a liquid v4 is going backwards and backwards in bhp iits pretty silly imo for a LD cruiser. It's a naturally less refined engine and as the guy in the dealership said, putting a liquid cooled with more cylinders would have taken over the top in price, and they've had to keep up with the electronic tech to make It viable, after asking everyone I know in that field they would have binned the tech for a liquid cooled engine with more cylinders given the choice, and I definitely would. Air cooled vtwins should be left to Harley imo, This is a Flagship Yamaha.
@@jaymorris3468 Well that’s like…uh…just your opinion man. And your statement that the RSV V-4 makes more power and torque is simply incorrect, false, or wrong if you will. And in my opinion, having owned both bikes and ridden them extensively, I like the new Venture better.
@@gabbyhayes1568 you do know what pound for pound means don't you, then if you do your last comment makes no sense, it's like I'm talking to a pencil.
@@jaymorris3468💩🤡💩🤡💩🤡
I’ve had this bike since late 2018 and it’s been nothing but problems. Heat issues, cam failure, starter failure. This is probably Yamaha’s worst bike as far as quality. The heat becomes a problem when stuck in traffic. To the point that it can give you blisters on the inside of your left thigh.
Bummer. California does have some amenities for motorcycle riders.
@@tomjohnson8794 Don't get me wrong. As far are ride quality, engine power, the bike is amazing. Just a lot of engine and electrical issues. Bikes been in the shop more than on the road.
Yowza!! Heavy as hell and air cooled? I’ll keep my Goldwing. Keep trying Yamaha.
Keep your waterlcooled, I'll take Air cooled any day.
Have fun with your 6 hour air filter changes LOL
@@BlockchainGaming7 The joke is on you. Max McAlister (Traxxion Dynamics) did an experiment on the latest generation of Goldwing & the air filter change. He had 3 filters on the bench. One filter had around 16K miles the next around 45K miles and the 3rd filter had 72K miles. You couldn’t tell the difference between any of them so it’ll be a long while before I’ll need to change that filter.
bad review we didnt even hear the engine!
Love this bike its just to heavy
You're supposed to ride it, not carry it.
@@danielmoore1394 are you? shoot been doing it wrong.
You need to ride one. It's so well balanced. It will really surprise you how well it handles. The weight is not an issue.
@@danielmoore1394 THAT WAS a CHOICE comment...right...too heavy? Well, if you don't have the physical stature to keep 1,000 pounds balanced between your two feet...then yes...that would be too much bike for that rider. 5 mph and over, the bike virtually sheds 450 pounds...it is that precise and control maneuverable.
@@sesquashtwoWell, it was humor and you could say that about any bike. What would be the necessary physical stature? I'm 5'4". BTW, don't need both feet on the ground. Just one, preferably the left. Keep the right foot on the brake. The thing is, the low center of gravity for this bike makes it manageable in spite of what the scales say.
Bummer. I really like the look of this bike but the reviews are less than stellar and at $20k+ thats hard to justify. Great review though.
Most of the reviews are by people who don’t own one. They’ve had some issues but what bike hasn’t? Mine has been trouble free. Having owned one for 2+ years I can tell you this guy’s review is way off. It’s a fantastic touring bike. If you want a factual review, check out LonghaulPauls videos.
This clowns review sucked @ss. He didn't know how to use the bike and was complaining about all kinds of stupid things!
....big thumbs down....voice over off putting.
agree
That's got to be the ugliest motorcycle on two wheels, It can't figure out what it wants to be when it grows up.
Doesn't come close to being as ugly at the Indian Challenger.
I think it's the best looking on the market! All the others with a single headlight and odd shaped fairings looks odd to me.
What a stupid ass comment! The bike looks awesome!
I wasn't expecting my profit from Austin but I was amazed when I saw my bitcoin profit just today..
Thanks Austin. +1.5.3.0.4.2.8.5.8.7.0.