I just started riding 6 months ago and this was the first bike I got. I was a little intimidated by the size and power at first but it really doesn't feel as big or as heavy as it is. This bike carries its weight beautifully and that engine is superb! Its an 07 and had about 14,000 miles when I got it. I've already put 9,000 miles on it and it still runs beautifully at 23,000. I'm so glad I decided to get this big cruiser rather than the more common "beginner" bikes, that decision kept me from having to upgrade from a smaller bike to what I have now. Hopefully ill still be riding my Stratoliner for many more years to come :)
How was the test for you and have you dropped it? I'm thinking of picking up one as my first bike cause I want to cruise and do a trip from LA to Vancouver eventually and I feel like this is a bike I wouldn't have to upgrade that much to make that trip
@@robdonell9915 goldwings are Bice I've seen some decent used ones from mechanics that just don't have time for them but that's due to where I am but if you can get a decent one I would keep the strat u till you can't do maintenance or it loses to much power over time for your liking that ypu can only get with a engine rebuild. More bikes more fun too you know?
I’ve owned 7 bikes in three diff categories, sport naked, cruiser and ADV, the Stratoliner was my favorite, if I could justify more than one bike I’d add one to the stable again. I had mine fitted with a Barons Big Air Kit, Vance and Hines exhaust, and power commander…126 Ft-lb of torque at the Dyno!
I`m bummed they stopped making them. I have had my 2007 Stratoliner for almost 10 years. Still a great and fun bike. Take it racing off and on and no stock Harley will beat it in a straight line.
I am glad you tested this. One came up for sale near me. A 2006 with 3100 miles. Original owner. Old guy like me so perfect shape. (not me) Got it for $5500. I have an 1800 Goldwing and Evo Ultra Classic so will be interested to see how it compares. Always enjoy your test rides. Stay safe going bare.
I owned one years ago. The only issue I had with it is oil changes are a PITA and the small fuel tank. I rode it from Houston to NC then back in 2015. Had a great time.
Other than more power / clutch to negotiate, my Stratoliner 1900 parking lot, road turns handling and corners better than my vtx1300 did, so I take it to be true that it also handles better than the Honda VTX1800. I've had a Stratoliner 19oo since 2008
Great video and a great bike. Love your comments about the old car wth a big engine and how it shouldn't be your first bike. Great to be able to hear you so clearly unlike other test drive videos. I have a 2006 Stratoliner Midnight. Love it. Thanks.
If you shift at 4500 rpm instead of 2500 rpm, you’d change your mind about the speed lol. You can’t get more hp from a 600cc engine. This has 100hp 125tq bro.
You absolutely can get more horsepower from a 600 cc engine. Probably not more torque though. I think what Sean was referring to here was a four-cylinder. Believe me, I own both of these bikes.
Rev it son it needs some RPM’s to make it dangle It’s much faster than your riding it 124 ft pds of torque Get on it son I have put almost 40000 miles on an 07 it goes Harley Killer for sure
Great bike this is, I bought an 06 brand new & racked up 167k in miles & traded it to a friend for a 98 Goldwing, & 167k & this bike is running perfect & strong still, bought an 08 with 3400 miles to compare it to, & much faster than mentioned with the right set-up, the video I could hear that the RPM was below 2,000 RPM, I herd the lugging noise they make, always above 2,000 RPM & go to 5300 RPM daily, this engine loves to be ran hard!!
Love you, brother, but this didn't sound right. I was wondering if one of the plugs was fouled out here and only running with half power. A well tuned Strat will always throw you back and stretch your arms out. This also shouldn't have stalled on you like that. Thanks for all your hard work over the years!
I am shy of 1380 miles to go over the 600,000 safe riding miles. I have taken the motorcycle defensive course, never gotten a speeding ticket, never dropped the bike, and safety comes first. I am a Yammi man. I have owned five Yammis, and I presently own a 2008 Strato S. I have been told that for some time now. It is the bike that has the most miles when I bring it in for service. It almost has 80,000 miles. My wife and I have covered 30 of the 50 states on bikes. .-.-.- The speedometer needle was not registering anything because due to moisture inside the clock, the needles tend to stick. A little tap will fix the initial problem, if not you have to take it apart. The same happens with the gas gauge. All you have to do is recycle the key until the needle moves. This only happens if you have gas in the tank. Do not expect the needle to move if the gas is empty
Great two up bike, lots of room as it is longer than a lot of bikes. Lots of torque for two up and luggage. As you said handles well for a big bike except u turns. I own a 2013 Strat. You old car with a big engine is a good description.
How about a good slow walk around before you ride it, 7 mins of looking at handle bars! How about some stats. What does it weigh, how many gears, what kind of fuel milage, does it have duel disks, is it carbed or fi,
You should look-up the specs of that motor , they make other v-twins (cruiser) look like turn-of-the-century tractor engines . I doubt that anyone , including Yamaha , will ever make another engine like this . Dave NZ
KDS Owens Eddie here from So. Cal 😎 My ‘13 Roadliner going on 80,000 miles ! Still running as strong as when NEW !! Handles like a dream !! Gotta feeling this gem 💎 of a motor is gonna give me 200k miles 🤙 Wouldn’t doubt it !
@@eddiebenzz Just bought a 2008 stratoliner with 88K miles. Not gonna lie I was a little apprehensive with this amount of mileage. It seems to run good I am having to put some money into it already ; new tires , front fork seal rebuild, and having other things looked over on it. I believe the oil was recently changed. I’m wondering if I should have them change out the spark plugs while it’s down for this service 😅
Lol not a beast! Come on Sean! I've competed against a 2010 rocket 3 and we were dead even! Roadliner, Stratoliner got some balls for sure! My only down fall to it is it geared down to low. Needs alil longer ratios for sure!
How is it VS the raider? Would you say the raider is quicker than the vtx1800? I'm under the impression that the raider is just a bit slower than the m109 but way more comfy.
I've got a 2006 Strat and love it. The only complaint is -where's 6th gear? It needs a 6 speed and with the torque it could handle a 7 speed. I frequently shift up and whoops, I'm in 5th already-dam it...
In my experience, the Strat is a very quick bike for a large cruiser. Power and handling are delivered smoothly, so it's a bit deceptive. I've owned a VTX and the Strat feels quicker and more nimble to me...
Just my opinion of course. Personally, I LOVE the 113ci motor in the Stratoliner/Roadliner. This motor is a gem. I also like the transmission in these bikes - smooth and non-clunky.
That windshield tho?? I'm not hating I have the 1700. I have mine up too!! But for the one your riding has some pep in its step!! Love my big engine cruisers!!!!
So, is this good for long dist? I currently have a shadow 750 and I can't ride that for 45 miles before my ass hurts. Looking for an affordable distance bike
Love the bike, but just have to ask... so you think that just because the tach still works that the bike's mileage is accurate? You have to take note of the odo or trip meter and see if they are still working. If not, that could negatively affect resale value, and/or the title.
Strat feels alot longer. I'm 6'6".The stock seats on my 98 Royal Star Tour Deluxe made my bike feels too short-too close to the tank. Corbin seat helped that. We are now also getting a 2006 STRATOLINER. This bike FITS me better. LOVE the looks and feel. Not ridden one yet so trial by fire. Either bike is a GREAT Bike and owners LOVE THEM.
@@Srkcycles I have to admit Im nervous just watching you ride with no gloves , no pants, ugh! I guess Im getting old...LOL I know this is unusual almost all your vids you where gloves and pants.
It is a decent bit bigger, i went from a 1100 to the roadliner (same bike) and it has a lot more weight to it, but the power is just amazing. My brother and I made a 200 Mile trip (he has a 2016 HD Fatboy) and i could keep up with him just fine. Also they sound amazing.
My friend has one and it has always been a slug, and had it looked at several times while under warranty and they said it was within spec, good top end but no balls
Your review of this bike is funny. This bike has tons of torque and power. You were just scared to get on it. I can do well over 60 in first gear, like pushing 90!
Kawasaki, Harley, Yamaha, Honda, many models from each brand. I own a 07 Stratoliner and a 08 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 currently. The Stratoliner is a powerful bike, there are not but one or two bikes more powerful. If the bike you were on was not pulling you backwards, then there was something major wrong with it or you were barely twisting the throttle.
Ted Smith naw this is the tuned down version of the 1900 and is geared for the highway, this isnt a fast bike sorry. However my yamaha raider has the same 1900 motor except its geared for drag racing from stoplight to stoplight and would rock this bike. Sean meantioned the m109 and the vtx1800 which both are faster then my raider
I agree Ted. I've ridden just about everything, and at 310 lbs, I've never had a bike try to flip me off the back the way this one does. I have an '06 and when I twist the throttle hard I hold on tight. She is the smoothest bike I've ever ridden. Balanced perfectly, for me. And to Joe D's comment, this is a fast bike. Mine will go 0 to 60 in just over 4 seconds(with my 310# tail) and I've laid her ears back at around 120 mph with much more throttle to go. My bike certainly isn't tuned down.
@Srkcycles, I saw that you've reviewed both the Strat and the Royal Star 1300. How would you say they compare? I commute 45mi (pure highway) and ride 2up with wife quite a bit. Would the v4 be working harder at 70-75?
J.Michael B. I have owned a 98 Royal Star Tour Deluxe for 2 yrs now. Its a V4 so is a way different beast than this V twin. BOTH are good at 2 up. If you want to do alot of interstate, try the VENTURE which is the RSTD on STEROIDS with ALL the comforts one could want. But may be a bit HEAVY and Burdensome for commuting in city. All 3 bikes are PIGS and not nimble for slow turning. GREAT for Hiway and cruising. The Strat is a Longer bike. I'm 6'6". My RSTD stock seats are made for shorter people ??? I'm too close to the tank. So after market seats put me back better. But it's a Big heavy bike. Very high revving and likes it that way. Not like a Vtwin at all. Its a Beautiful bike. We are now also buying a 2006 Stratoliner. Also a Large-LONG bike. For me, it fits way better. There is more bike out front. And it is a Beauty. Its alot more " SWOOPY" is what I call it. My RSTD is more "Muscly" feeling. Not ridden the STRAT yet but sat on a few . We scored a great deal online so hope it looks like the photo. Only 10,000 miles on it so was my 98 RSTD when I got it. BOTH should run 200K mls if properly taken care of. They are BOTH, Works of Art and people who have either bike, swear by them. Really depends on how CURVY and SPACEY ya want your bike to be. Either is a good choice and either are CHEEEEEEAP now. You can get a Great Bike with under 25,000 mls for under $5,000. - $7,000. To hell with them HARLEY's ! Lastly, aint nuthin like taking your time and checking both out. I'd see if a local dealer has one to try on. But buy private. You'll pay at least $2,000. more at a dealer. Hope that helped. ALSO : Check out the Yamaha Pages on Face Book - dedicated to either bike . There are several and the folks on them are very helpful and knowledgeable. WINTER is Great time for cheap bikes. Save a grand or 2 . GOOD LUCK !
@@johnbrockafeller thanks for great info. Yes, I'm sold. I have aBMW 2018 RT1200. Awesome bike. But I want to pick up a big cruiser. Thought I wanted a Harley till I rode one. I kno I would love one of the Japanese knockoffs (for lack of a better term) ...think I'm headed in the correct direction. Fk "peer pressure". I've always said "the masses are asses." No offense. Perhaps stubborn? Ignorant? Your ego is NOT your amigo🤣😭
***** I know. I went full stalker mode when I paused the video while you passed your buildings sign. I asked because I could have sworn your area looked a lot like where I'm from: south jersey. Close enough, I guess haha.
@@EEEBA1Do little search its pretty common.Problem is when it happens its 3-4k job total engine case split ect.Use google and go to forums.Its manufacturing defect.
"Not faster than a Vstar 1300" Bahahahah! Your joking right?! I'm getting 3.6 second 0-60 on mine. I love your vids and reviews but man did you miss it on that one. These bikes will yank you to the back of the seat.
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I just started riding 6 months ago and this was the first bike I got. I was a little intimidated by the size and power at first but it really doesn't feel as big or as heavy as it is. This bike carries its weight beautifully and that engine is superb! Its an 07 and had about 14,000 miles when I got it. I've already put 9,000 miles on it and it still runs beautifully at 23,000. I'm so glad I decided to get this big cruiser rather than the more common "beginner" bikes, that decision kept me from having to upgrade from a smaller bike to what I have now. Hopefully ill still be riding my Stratoliner for many more years to come :)
How was the test for you and have you dropped it? I'm thinking of picking up one as my first bike cause I want to cruise and do a trip from LA to Vancouver eventually and I feel like this is a bike I wouldn't have to upgrade that much to make that trip
@@nunyaschweebness4602 I’m first owner aof 2006 silver Strat S. 49K mi. I might get a Goldwing. These videos draw motivation to keep it or not.
@@robdonell9915 goldwings are Bice I've seen some decent used ones from mechanics that just don't have time for them but that's due to where I am but if you can get a decent one I would keep the strat u till you can't do maintenance or it loses to much power over time for your liking that ypu can only get with a engine rebuild. More bikes more fun too you know?
I’ve owned 7 bikes in three diff categories, sport naked, cruiser and ADV, the Stratoliner was my favorite, if I could justify more than one bike I’d add one to the stable again. I had mine fitted with a Barons Big Air Kit, Vance and Hines exhaust, and power commander…126 Ft-lb of torque at the Dyno!
I`m bummed they stopped making them. I have had my 2007 Stratoliner for almost 10 years. Still a great and fun bike. Take it racing off and on and no stock Harley will beat it in a straight line.
Yes, since the video I have purchased a 2013, Roadliner very sweet ride. Quick and comfortable. Thank you for responding..
I am glad you tested this. One came up for sale near me. A 2006 with 3100 miles. Original owner. Old guy like me so perfect shape. (not me) Got it for $5500. I have an 1800 Goldwing and Evo Ultra Classic so will be interested to see how it compares.
Always enjoy your test rides. Stay safe going bare.
I owned one years ago. The only issue I had with it is oil changes are a PITA and the small fuel tank. I rode it from Houston to NC then back in 2015. Had a great time.
I would easily bet its way nicer than a Harley. Smoother, more reliable.
im here cause car wizard mention this channel
Other than more power / clutch to negotiate, my Stratoliner 1900 parking lot, road turns handling and corners better than my vtx1300 did, so I take it to be true that it also handles better than the Honda VTX1800. I've had a Stratoliner 19oo since 2008
Great video and a great bike. Love your comments about the old car wth a big engine and how it shouldn't be your first bike. Great to be able to hear you so clearly unlike other test drive videos.
I have a 2006 Stratoliner Midnight. Love it.
Thanks.
a154610 do you think it would be too much to jump from a vstar650 to this
If you shift at 4500 rpm instead of 2500 rpm, you’d change your mind about the speed lol. You can’t get more hp from a 600cc engine. This has 100hp 125tq bro.
Damn 125 torque. My valk makes 100 hp too. It has 6 cylinders tho.
You absolutely can get more horsepower from a 600 cc engine. Probably not more torque though. I think what Sean was referring to here was a four-cylinder. Believe me, I own both of these bikes.
@@mitchellclark1863 what 600cc bike is pushing more than 100hp stock?
@@susdad many of them ..way too many to list , for starters; the Japanese big four.. all those super sport 600s are more than 100 hp
@@mitchellclark1863 I’m thinking those are the only 4
Rev it son it needs some RPM’s to make it dangle
It’s much faster than your riding it
124 ft pds of torque
Get on it son
I have put almost 40000 miles on an 07 it goes Harley Killer for sure
@kernowrock555 PM
Heyyy I just bought one and it feel like riding a Boeing 747 but it handleds like jet fighter, amazing bike
Great bike this is, I bought an 06 brand new & racked up 167k in miles & traded it to a friend for a 98 Goldwing, & 167k & this bike is running perfect & strong still, bought an 08 with 3400 miles to compare it to, & much faster than mentioned with the right set-up, the video I could hear that the RPM was below 2,000 RPM, I herd the lugging noise they make, always above 2,000 RPM & go to 5300 RPM daily, this engine loves to be ran hard!!
Love you, brother, but this didn't sound right. I was wondering if one of the plugs was fouled out here and only running with half power. A well tuned Strat will always throw you back and stretch your arms out. This also shouldn't have stalled on you like that. Thanks for all your hard work over the years!
It helps knowing if it's a large med or small bike when you describe them im a shorter rider and ride a yamaha 650 it fits great.
I am shy of 1380 miles to go over the 600,000 safe riding miles. I have taken the motorcycle defensive course, never gotten a speeding ticket, never dropped the bike, and safety comes first. I am a Yammi man. I have owned five Yammis, and I presently own a 2008 Strato S. I have been told that for some time now. It is the bike that has the most miles when I bring it in for service. It almost has 80,000 miles. My wife and I have covered 30 of the 50 states on bikes. .-.-.- The speedometer needle was not registering anything because due to moisture inside the clock, the needles tend to stick. A little tap will fix the initial problem, if not you have to take it apart. The same happens with the gas gauge. All you have to do is recycle the key until the needle moves. This only happens if you have gas in the tank. Do not expect the needle to move if the gas is empty
Great two up bike, lots of room as it is longer than a lot of bikes. Lots of torque for two up and luggage. As you said handles well for a big bike except u turns. I own a 2013 Strat. You old car with a big engine is a good description.
My first bike was an old Harley Wideglide with a shovelhead , The Yamaha 1900 Midnightstar will be my second bike ;)
Yup
How about a good slow walk around before you ride it, 7 mins of looking at handle bars! How about some stats. What does it weigh, how many gears, what kind of fuel milage, does it have duel disks, is it carbed or fi,
Guy doesnt even know what discs or carbs or fi is dude what did you expect
Twin disks, ordinary fuel economy, actually really light to get off the stand and move side to side, and last but not least...fuel injected.
You should look-up the specs of that motor , they make other v-twins (cruiser) look like turn-of-the-century tractor engines . I doubt that anyone , including Yamaha , will ever make another engine like this . Dave NZ
KDS Owens
Eddie here from So. Cal 😎 My ‘13 Roadliner going on 80,000 miles ! Still running as strong as when NEW !! Handles like a dream !! Gotta feeling this gem 💎 of a motor is gonna give me 200k miles 🤙 Wouldn’t doubt it !
@@eddiebenzz Just bought a 2008 stratoliner with 88K miles. Not gonna lie I was a little apprehensive with this amount of mileage. It seems to run good I am having to put some money into it already ; new tires , front fork seal rebuild, and having other things looked over on it. I believe the oil was recently changed. I’m wondering if I should have them change out the spark plugs while it’s down for this service 😅
Still have my Strat. I like the way you sit "on it". Harleys, you sit "in it".
I heard they finally got a 6 speed gear box.
I own a statoliner and its smooth.
ich frag mal.. wie kann die KM leistung stimmen, wenn sichtlich der tacho defekt ist...
Yepp just like you said ; the GT 40 won the LeMans and a GT 40 was second and a GT 40 was third in the same race . Nobody done that but FORD .
How many miles can these bikes go before you have to look at engine rebuild?
100k or more if it has been taken good care of.
Lol not a beast! Come on Sean! I've competed against a 2010 rocket 3 and we were dead even! Roadliner, Stratoliner got some balls for sure! My only down fall to it is it geared down to low. Needs alil longer ratios for sure!
How is it VS the raider? Would you say the raider is quicker than the vtx1800? I'm under the impression that the raider is just a bit slower than the m109 but way more comfy.
Try it after 80 mph? Just getting warmed up
Aren't you changing gears too soon? or it should be like that?
I thought that too, he was short shifting.
Sounds like one cylinder is low on compression compared to the other.
I've got a 2006 Strat and love it. The only complaint is -where's 6th gear? It needs a 6 speed and with the torque it could handle a 7 speed. I frequently shift up and whoops, I'm in 5th already-dam it...
I own one too
Well, we got a good look at a pair of roadliner handle bars.
Can anyone answer me are those stock pipes on that Stratoliner?
Thanks for the honest review.
I almost bought one. Its like a Yamaha road king...
What did you end up buying instead and why?
@@jetstream454 he died
@@PopCulturzTV Whaaat?
@@jetstream454 sorry...bad joke.. Lol
I think it is the screen, I always feel the power is down until the screen is off, then it feels awesome
@srkcycles Why do you think this one felt slower than the Red Roadliner you compared it too? Mine feels slow compared to my vtx 1800f.
In my experience, the Strat is a very quick bike for a large cruiser. Power and handling are delivered smoothly, so it's a bit deceptive. I've owned a VTX and the Strat feels quicker and more nimble to me...
interesting
Just my opinion of course. Personally, I LOVE the 113ci motor in the Stratoliner/Roadliner. This motor is a gem. I also like the transmission in these bikes - smooth and non-clunky.
thanks K porter i always love to hear from people who ride these bikes alot , thanks for watching
Stratoliner or victory cross country,, which one?
That windshield tho?? I'm not hating I have the 1700. I have mine up too!! But for the one your riding has some pep in its step!! Love my big engine cruisers!!!!
Shlap that 1st gear. Love the reviews.
So, is this good for long dist? I currently have a shadow 750 and I can't ride that for 45 miles before my ass hurts. Looking for an affordable distance bike
Nice place to go riding. Where is this? Take care.
so what's a good beginner bike for a big guy 6"2 360
this could be that bike
a v star 1300 would be good also
+Srkcycles thanks for the info so is that bike for salle
yes this bike is currently for sale at srkcycles,com
Srkcycles a 1300 as a beginner bike?! Maybe a Vulcan 900 or a Shadow 750.
Love the bike, but just have to ask... so you think that just because the tach still works that the bike's mileage is accurate? You have to take note of the odo or trip meter and see if they are still working. If not, that could negatively affect resale value, and/or the title.
My Magna is a 94’ and I have 27k and it works just fine. Don’t know why this would be brought up?
How tall are you? Iam 6’4” and was wondering how the fit would be on the Stratoliner.
Donnie Hopkins my brother is 6'6 and rides a road star 1700. They are plenty big bike for a guy as tall as you.
Strat feels alot longer. I'm 6'6".The stock seats on my 98 Royal Star Tour Deluxe made my bike feels too short-too close to the tank. Corbin seat helped that. We are now also getting a 2006 STRATOLINER. This bike FITS me better. LOVE the looks and feel. Not ridden one yet so trial by fire. Either bike is a GREAT Bike and owners LOVE THEM.
@Nex Superne thank you for this information.
Car wizard brought me here lol
Me too 😂
Sean is going to be like why am I getting a bunch of views on a 3 year old video
I'm 6' 225 and this bike makes me look skinny
Whybare you lugging the engine?
He's a fudd, just a poser because daddy owned a cycle shop.
On star motorcycles, when the speedometer doesn't work it maybe a sign of a bad charging system.
Never heard that before
@@Srkcycles Just from my own personal experience with yamaha roadstars.
Most likely a bad speed sensor. Seen that a few times in the shop i work at.
Sounds very cool
Bank said ok , i get my - 07 later this week . Seller keeps it for me! - 30085 km Vance and Hines and other stuff.
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@Sean srkcycles I wish I had the confidence you did man! Cruising around on a 1900 CC bike with shorts on 😉
I don’t do that any more it’s not wise
@@Srkcycles I have to admit Im nervous just watching you ride with no gloves , no pants, ugh! I guess Im getting old...LOL I know this is unusual almost all your vids you where gloves and pants.
First thing i noticed was the speedometer was not working.
Sounds like a diesel on start up.
if the taco didn't work youd wander mileage what you smokin doode
Thanks mate
LOL the speedometer is linked to the odometer, not the tach. So you don't know how many miles were on that thing.
Seven years ago….Hope you’re goin’ full gear now, not shorts, tennis shoes and gloveless. People like you. 😊
Is this bike a lot bigger then the V star 1100? What are common issue's with this bike? And how does it handle compared to it's ligther brothers
It is a decent bit bigger, i went from a 1100 to the roadliner (same bike) and it has a lot more weight to it, but the power is just amazing. My brother and I made a 200 Mile trip (he has a 2016 HD Fatboy) and i could keep up with him just fine. Also they sound amazing.
But the roadliner handles like a much smaller bike - very nimble.
@@jonwestover4243 ahhh, you meant to say the Fat Boy could almost keep up with the Strat, didn't you? Almost.
My friend has one and it has always been a slug, and had it looked at several times while under warranty and they said it was within spec, good top end but no balls
I own a C109 and a roadliner (Same engine and gearing as the strat). The 109 can burn the paint off of the roadliner.
I had one with a K&N filter, Power Commander and long straight shotgun Cobras - a slug it wasn't.
Nice video but seriously, riding with short pants, t-shirt, no gloves, sneakers?
Ledod64 who are you the motorcycle riding gear police ?
yes he was shifting way too early making the bike feel inadequate
Your review of this bike is funny. This bike has tons of torque and power. You were just scared to get on it. I can do well over 60 in first gear, like pushing 90!
what other bikes have you ridden?
Kawasaki, Harley, Yamaha, Honda, many models from each brand. I own a 07 Stratoliner and a 08 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 currently. The Stratoliner is a powerful bike, there are not but one or two bikes more powerful. If the bike you were on was not pulling you backwards, then there was something major wrong with it or you were barely twisting the throttle.
Ted Smith naw this is the tuned down version of the 1900 and is geared for the highway, this isnt a fast bike sorry. However my yamaha raider has the same 1900 motor except its geared for drag racing from stoplight to stoplight and would rock this bike. Sean meantioned the m109 and the vtx1800 which both are faster then my raider
I agree Ted. I've ridden just about everything, and at 310 lbs, I've never had a bike try to flip me off the back the way this one does. I have an '06 and when I twist the throttle hard I hold on tight. She is the smoothest bike I've ever ridden. Balanced perfectly, for me. And to Joe D's comment, this is a fast bike. Mine will go 0 to 60 in just over 4 seconds(with my 310# tail) and I've laid her ears back at around 120 mph with much more throttle to go. My bike certainly isn't tuned down.
Yeah bullshit. 1st gear tops out nowhere near 60.
@Srkcycles, I saw that you've reviewed both the Strat and the Royal Star 1300.
How would you say they compare?
I commute 45mi (pure highway) and ride 2up with wife quite a bit.
Would the v4 be working harder at 70-75?
J.Michael B. I have owned a 98 Royal Star Tour Deluxe for 2 yrs now. Its a V4 so is a way different beast than this V twin. BOTH are good at 2 up. If you want to do alot of interstate, try the VENTURE which is the RSTD on STEROIDS with ALL the comforts one could want. But may be a bit HEAVY and Burdensome for commuting in city. All 3 bikes are PIGS and not nimble for slow turning. GREAT for Hiway and cruising. The Strat is a Longer bike. I'm 6'6". My RSTD stock seats are made for shorter people ??? I'm too close to the tank. So after market seats put me back better. But it's a Big heavy bike. Very high revving and likes it that way. Not like a Vtwin at all. Its a Beautiful bike. We are now also buying a 2006 Stratoliner. Also a Large-LONG bike. For me, it fits way better. There is more bike out front. And it is a Beauty. Its alot more " SWOOPY" is what I call it. My RSTD is more "Muscly" feeling. Not ridden the STRAT yet but sat on a few . We scored a great deal online so hope it looks like the photo. Only 10,000 miles on it so was my 98 RSTD when I got it. BOTH should run 200K mls if properly taken care of. They are BOTH, Works of Art and people who have either bike, swear by them. Really depends on how CURVY and SPACEY ya want your bike to be. Either is a good choice and either are CHEEEEEEAP now. You can get a Great Bike with under 25,000 mls for under $5,000. - $7,000. To hell with them HARLEY's ! Lastly, aint nuthin like taking your time and checking both out. I'd see if a local dealer has one to try on. But buy private. You'll pay at least $2,000. more at a dealer. Hope that helped. ALSO : Check out the Yamaha Pages on Face Book - dedicated to either bike . There are several and the folks on them are very helpful and knowledgeable. WINTER is Great time for cheap bikes. Save a grand or 2 . GOOD LUCK !
@@johnbrockafeller thanks for great info. Yes, I'm sold. I have aBMW 2018 RT1200. Awesome bike. But I want to pick up a big cruiser. Thought I wanted a Harley till I rode one. I kno I would love one of the Japanese knockoffs (for lack of a better term) ...think I'm headed in the correct direction. Fk "peer pressure". I've always said "the masses are asses." No offense. Perhaps stubborn? Ignorant? Your ego is NOT your amigo🤣😭
Where are you guys located?
+thomas kendrick manheim pa
***** I know. I went full stalker mode when I paused the video while you passed your buildings sign.
I asked because I could have sworn your area looked a lot like where I'm from: south jersey. Close enough, I guess haha.
I know its an old video but how many Strat owners experienced the dreaded 3rd gear failure
3rd gear failure? What exactly do you mean? I haven't heard about it and I'm looking at this bike right now. Thank you.
@@EEEBA1Do little search its pretty common.Problem is when it happens its 3-4k job total engine case split ect.Use google and go to forums.Its manufacturing defect.
It's a shit ton faster than a vstar 1300 lol. Your clutch is prob weak and needs strong spring. Tach is not digital. Meter assembly is $1100.
Sounds like the Jetsons car taking off
TAC never registers the odometer
I bought this model 7 months ago
Try it at 80 mph forward.
What? My stratoliner smokes my dads VTX....
DarthJenki Is his vtx a 1300 or an 1800?
I have a Raider...which is close...never be too much.....!!!!!!!!!!
Odometer runs off speedo not tacho
why not a beginner bike for a big guy?
speedometer isn't working
This engine love running at 2,500+ all day long.
If the speedometer isn't working then the milage won't be right
Lug lug lug. 😉
Had one; good ride; impossible to love--worst sounding big bike I ever heard
I was actually offended
How dare you compare this flagship to a Yamaha 1300.
I will own a Stratoliner or a Roadliner
Shorts,no gloves no warm-up,really,??
dump tes wi not full trotell
"Not faster than a Vstar 1300" Bahahahah! Your joking right?! I'm getting 3.6 second 0-60 on mine. I love your vids and reviews but man did you miss it on that one. These bikes will yank you to the back of the seat.
yeah I went from a Vstar 1300 to my HD FLHT to the strat, and lol the Vstar has NOTHING on the strat. so not sure what he was talking about here
You shift way too early.
Really go past 70mph....your problem
no gloves no pants no fukin nothing
Talk about a newbie with no gear on
This dude wearing zero protective clothes.SMDH
Wrong.
Nice knees... SMH
thanks i ve hasd them for a long time, but year of skateboarding and dirtbiking has been tough on them
Worst sounding bike ever
Sounds like a castrated squirrel
I had one
The busted speedo is common
$1200
It sounds like crap not cool at all
I have to say, this was a very lackluster video. It was very"matter of fact"!
u know nothing about bikes like that....
Harly davidson
Ugly bike like the other yamahas. Drunk made