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Message started by jef.savage on 09/06/10 at 15:40:52

Title: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by jef.savage on 09/06/10 at 15:40:52

I would ride this.
http://www.starmotorcycles.com/assets/content/images/600/11STAR_STKR_Rav_B1_004_dc202439.jpg
Looks like Yamaha is taking a more aggressive approach to getting past this economic slowdown.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by mick on 09/06/10 at 16:48:56

not bad looking,wheel base a tad to long for my liking,what is that 65 inches ?

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by jef.savage on 09/06/10 at 20:03:52

68.9! Looks a lot like a V-Rod for 6 or 7k less.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/06/10 at 20:08:11

IfI saw one, Id look it over& appreciate it for what it is, but it just aint my style.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by gerald.hughes on 09/06/10 at 20:43:18

I guess that I have to say that it just looks like all of the other "customs" out there. I hate to say it, but they all look alike to me. One of the things that I really appreciate about this site is the diversity of styles and looks. You can tell its a Savage by the single big jug, but often, you have to do a double take.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by verslagen1 on 09/06/10 at 21:11:14

a yamafury?

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by BurnPgh on 09/06/10 at 21:30:41

Freakin love it. The fury looks good in pictures but not so appealing in person IMO. This may be the same kinda deal but wowsa...im loving it.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by PerrydaSavage on 09/07/10 at 01:34:43

Basically it's the V-Star 1300 mill shoved into a Raider-styled package ... not a bad lookin' Bike, but am wondering if it's "neccessary"?
Time for the Big-4 Japanese m/c manufacturers to get back on the 350-750cc bandwagon IMHO ...

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by 12Bravo on 09/07/10 at 05:58:49

I agree with you Perry, I love taking my son's GS450 out. People look at me funny when I keep up with them at 80 on the interstate with a little 450. I love the singles but they should bring back the inline 4s. I know Yamaha has a new production bike but they don't import it here.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by Phelonius on 09/07/10 at 08:51:26

716275746B6660626936070 wrote:

a yamafury?

I have to wonder if it has fancy clutches or auto tranny like the Honda furry.

Phelonius

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by Serowbot on 09/07/10 at 10:01:22

If it were a one-off custom, okay... but, mass produced, it will just be a bike...
What are you gonna' do to make it yours?... Add chrome?...
Paint more flat black?...
It leaves you nowhere to go...
So, you ride a stock bike...
... a very "Walmart" custom..... :-?...

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by kimchris1 on 09/07/10 at 10:48:42

It's not a particular bike I would buy yet, given the chance to ride it. OO yeah baby.. ;)

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by Phelonius on 09/07/10 at 11:42:46

The frame looks like it would be fairly easy to fasten a sidecar to but those raked out forks might be a problem. It has a lot of rake but only 4 inches of trail.

Phelonius

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by JohnBoy on 09/07/10 at 18:55:13

very pretty 'for a twin'.
When is Japan going to rediscover the V-4?
They still make the V-Max, but what about the Honda Saber61 or something from Suzuki?
If you have ever tried a V-Max you know what Hot-Rod means.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by PerrydaSavage on 09/08/10 at 01:06:13

Nahhh ... no V-4 for me ... I want 'Zuki to do a 650cc air-cooled, F.I. parallel twin "Bobber" ... I'd be all over that! 8-)

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by 12Bravo on 09/08/10 at 06:07:17

I wonder what the parallel twin in my Suzuki Burgman would do hooked to a manual tranny in a light bike. It is pretty quick with the CVT in the heavy scooter. I bought my son a 83 Suzuki GS450E and am going to turn it into a cafe racer. The parallel twin 450 does pretty good with the 6 speed tranny.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by Rogue_Cheddar on 09/08/10 at 10:05:38

As a current rider of a Vstar 1300 I can attest to the fact that the bike is a very sweet ride. The "Raider" like styling of the Stryker may not be for everyone's taste, but I guarantee the fit and finish plus that sweet engine will be head and shoulders above Honda's new VTX 1300 offerings.

I would like Yamaha to do a thumper though.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by BurnPgh on 09/08/10 at 11:08:33

they do, just not in North America. SR400 derived the from the SR500 which around the world is very popular. Only sold for 3 years in the US though. Id LOVE to have one if i could find one that someone hasnt already cafe'd. Plus the whole shipping parts internationally thing....

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by babyhog on 09/08/10 at 16:47:06

Saw a new Honda Stateline the other day, looks similar...

http://powersports.honda.com/Assets/Models/2010_Stateline_580x385_Black_42515B.jpg

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/09/10 at 14:12:23

I never did get that whole
Butt back over there, feet, over there& hands over the feet
horrible ergos design thing.
Why is it "cool" to ride something thats so blasted uncomfortable?
Someone who is "making astatement" can have it.

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by PerrydaSavage on 09/10/10 at 00:36:38

Agreed ... having yer bod folded into a "C" shape while Riding may make you look like a bad-azz, but it can't be comfortable!

SR400!! Now there's a Bike ... Bratstyle out of Tokyo has made some wicked Bobbers and Street Trackers from those!

Title: Re: New Yamaha Stryker
Post by LostArtist on 09/10/10 at 09:28:47

27383E3924231222122A38347F4D0 wrote:

I just want mid pegs, what's the point of having a low seat height of 26 inches if it's still a 32 inch reach to the freaking rear brake!!