2004 Yamaha reviews

I've ridden dirt bikes for about 35 yrs. Recently I taught my wife and two daughters to ride on ttr125's. The bike has great throttle control for new riders and handles and brakes well. It was much easier teaching them on the 4 stroke than it was for me to learn on a 2 stroke those many years ago. Show less

I just purchased my 2004 R6. This is my first bike and I was a bit nervous to get on it the first time. But once I did, I didn't want to get off. It practically rides itself. It leans in the curves with ease and stands right up once you come out of it. Once I get some more experience, I will upgrade to a R1. Can't wait. Show less

I've been riding for 11 years and I have never had a better bike. This bike is extremely fast, powerband is great. If you are planning on racing it, it's best to get a little practice on it because the powerband hits hard and you don't want to be laying on your back right of the start. This bike can outrun any other 85 out there. It's a great woods bike if you know how to ride also. Show less

I've been away from riding for about a dozen years and previously used to ride a GSXR. I wanted to slow down and start enjoying the ride more than the speed so I came back and looked around and decided on the 2004 Silverado. At first I was a concerned about the weight and the displacement, but the 1670cc engine is smooth and has a great roll on. The weight is something I'll need to get used to more as this bike really doesn't like to turn at slow speeds. For a big cruiser, it does perform very well. Yes, it's a carbeurated engine, but it gives the bike character and it's got great sound. The seat height is great and I feel like I am in the ride rather than on the ride. The seat is very comfortable but haven't tested out the pilion. This bike is great to customize to your hearts desire and the engine is proven and is easy to work on. I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner, but would recommend for someone with experience. Show less

I have had my virago for 2 years now and ride every day that I can. I made some sprocet changes and now my cruising speed has increased a lot and so has my gas milage. My wife rides a rebel 250 and there is really no comparison. The virago compares more to the 750 size bikes except for the gas milage which is constantly over 80 m.p.g I have been saving close to $1000.00 per year in gas expense, it will soon pay for itself. Show less

I bought an 04 650 Classic 3 months ago. I've had Honda's before and this is my first Yamaha. This is an impressive bike. Pretty smooth ride, good accelaration, and a great big bike sound with the Cobra pipes-a must. Everyone thinks I am riding a nice big expensive Harley. One of my friends who I ride with HAS an expensive Harley, but gets jealous because I get more WOW comments on my bike than he does. Show less

I bought my V-Star new in 2004. I had never ridden before and my friends taught me to ride after I bought it. I absolutly love it. Such a smooth ride and very comfortable. I recommend this bike to all new riders as well as seasoned ones. Show less

This bike is awesome. I had it for about 3 years now and I love it. I do wish I had a little more power, but that's because I'm riding with friends that have yz 450f's. Yes, it's hard but I keep up with them for the most part. This bike is not bad for jumping; the suspension is really soft, though. It will get you by though. Show less

This is my first motorcycle, at 50 years old, no less! Where do I start? It is simply beautiful, love at first sight. It handles great, has tons of power and just is a super ride. I can see this being my bike for many years, no need to upgrade. The Midnight Silverado package gives you a huge jump on chrome and accessories. After market add-ons seem endless... and you truly make it your own. Show less

This bike rocks, it is the best. I ride trails and motocross and I will probably start racing it soon. I smash my mates' bikes and I even beat an older Suzuki PE 250. We were riding next to each other than he started to try and race me, I let him go past then I caught up and over took him in 4th. This bike is the best and it rocks my socks. Show less