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stephen hiter

New York

Reviewed on December 6, 2020

Motorcycle reviewed 2009 Yamaha stratoliner view listing

5.0
The 2009 Stratoliner S that I have is very powerful, quick, comfortable, stylish, with agility. I have ridden motorcycles for 50 years and am 61 years old. The Stratoliner is the travel version of the roadliner. The only thing that I can think of that I would change about the Stratoliner is for the motorcycl... read more
The 2009 Stratoliner S that I have is very powerful, quick, comfortable, stylish, with agility. I have ridden motorcycles for 50 years and am 61 years old. The Stratoliner is the travel version of the roadliner. The only thing that I can think of that I would change about the Stratoliner is for the motorcycle to have increased breathing for the cooling system. It has an 1854 CC / 113.1 Ci engine that requires optimum cooling.
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gene rands

cotton mn

Reviewed on October 31, 2016

Motorcycle reviewed 2011 Yamaha stratoliner view listing

2.0
should have 6 speed tranny and a 6 gallon gas tank... read more
should have 6 speed tranny and a 6 gallon gas tank
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Anonymous

Barberton, OH

Reviewed on March 4, 2016

Motorcycle reviewed 2008 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
The most powerful and smoothest bike I have ever ridden by far. Not many other bikes could keep up with it. I recommend getting 1.... read more
The most powerful and smoothest bike I have ever ridden by far. Not many other bikes could keep up with it. I recommend getting 1.
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Woodlands Rider

The Woodlands, Texas

Reviewed on July 24, 2009

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
Traded my midweight (900vn) in for the 06 Strat last Nov. Had 6,000 mi on it at purchase. Just completed 5,000 mi RT from Houston to Tacoma, WA via midwest, Montana, Idaho, etc. On some interstates I cruised at 85 to 90 for 2-3 hr stretches. The Yami performed flawlessly. I can't begin to explain what an incr... read more
Traded my midweight (900vn) in for the 06 Strat last Nov. Had 6,000 mi on it at purchase. Just completed 5,000 mi RT from Houston to Tacoma, WA via midwest, Montana, Idaho, etc. On some interstates I cruised at 85 to 90 for 2-3 hr stretches. The Yami performed flawlessly. I can't begin to explain what an incredible performer this bike is. Over mtn. passes (11,000 ft. Monarch in CO, for example) on twisties, in 100 degree plus heat, never a miss. I will add fairing when I can afford it, but for now, I'll keep enjoying every pulse of the strats powerhouse twin, its balance and smoothness. A big TX 'hats off' to Yamaha for making the best cruiser you can ride.
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WTH

Orlando, District of Columbia

Reviewed on March 24, 2008

Motorcycle reviewed 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
I had owned a V-Star 1100 Silverado and it was a great bike to return to riding. But I was ready for more power, room, etc. This bike handles well. It surprises you that it doesn't feel its weight. The power is awesome and I love the stability. The larger footboards really help. I bought a new 2007 in 2008 an... read more
I had owned a V-Star 1100 Silverado and it was a great bike to return to riding. But I was ready for more power, room, etc. This bike handles well. It surprises you that it doesn't feel its weight. The power is awesome and I love the stability. The larger footboards really help. I bought a new 2007 in 2008 and saved a good amount of money.
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Gray Ghost

Moorpark, California

Reviewed on February 24, 2008

Motorcycle reviewed 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
I have owned the Strat for 3 months and put over 1,200 miles on the motorcycle through most of the different type of roads here in Southern California. I am pleased with the ride, handling, and performance. The torque is the best features allowing instant acceleration up any grade. I have several other moto... read more
I have owned the Strat for 3 months and put over 1,200 miles on the motorcycle through most of the different type of roads here in Southern California. I am pleased with the ride, handling, and performance. The torque is the best features allowing instant acceleration up any grade. I have several other motorcycles, but this is my favorite.
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Rider of the Purple Sage

New Jersey

Reviewed on August 12, 2007

Motorcycle reviewed 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
Just upgraded from a V-Star Silverado 650. A bit nervous about the size difference, but after an extended test ride felt very comfortable. This bike is a joy to ride and look at. After several Yamahas and Hondas this is the ultimate cruiser. Very smooth, handles very easily. Fast, stable and throaty. Corners ... read more
Just upgraded from a V-Star Silverado 650. A bit nervous about the size difference, but after an extended test ride felt very comfortable. This bike is a joy to ride and look at. After several Yamahas and Hondas this is the ultimate cruiser. Very smooth, handles very easily. Fast, stable and throaty. Corners surprisingly well for such a big bike. Only issues are the relatively small bags and the slight glare at night from the instrument panel. Almost perfect, and the most fun I have had on a motorcycle (after 40 years of riding).
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Danny Moore

Wilsonville, Alabama

Reviewed on June 28, 2007

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
I just bought this bike May 26, and my wife and I love it. We have not been on a bike in 31 years and were concerned about being able to handle such a big motorcycle, but this bike is a dream to ride. It handles great and has no vibration. The power is unbelieveable. She wished the back seat had more comfort ... read more
I just bought this bike May 26, and my wife and I love it. We have not been on a bike in 31 years and were concerned about being able to handle such a big motorcycle, but this bike is a dream to ride. It handles great and has no vibration. The power is unbelieveable. She wished the back seat had more comfort and I need a back rest bad. The glare on the winshield for the guages is bad at night. But over all we love it.
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Lynn Long

Lebanon, Missouri

Reviewed on October 4, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
Traded in a V-Star 110 (which was a great bike) in May on a new Stratoliner. I have put over 9,000 miles on it in 3 1/2 months and I absolutely love it. Rides great, has plenty of power, and incredible amounts of torque. I am a much more confident rider in curves and on hills, because the bike feels more p... read more
Traded in a V-Star 110 (which was a great bike) in May on a new Stratoliner. I have put over 9,000 miles on it in 3 1/2 months and I absolutely love it. Rides great, has plenty of power, and incredible amounts of torque. I am a much more confident rider in curves and on hills, because the bike feels more planted, it goes where you point it and feels glued to the road. It has quicker passing power than anything I have ever ridden, which makes passing slower vehicles on 2 lanes much easier. It goes from 55 to about 85 in a heartbeat. It always starts, gets 46-50 mpg at 65, about 43-46 mpg on the interstates (around 75mph). It feels light riding it around town. It is very easy to turn around in the road at low speeds, it is easy to forget how much it actually weighs. It also gets a lot of respect from the people I ride with (Mostly H-D riders). I really love the looks and style (it is a little different), the stock seat is very good (for stock), but I plan to get a Mustang seat with a drivers back rest in the spring. There is a lot of roominess with the floorboards that allow you to move your feet around on (I can complete straighten my legs out on the front of the boards, or put them directly underneath me at the back), so there are a lot of options for the rider. If you are thinking about a big cruiser, I strongly recommend this one, it's a keeper.
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Tate Nation

Shepherd, Montana

Reviewed on August 17, 2006

Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner view listing

5.0
Awesome bike, I haven't owned a big bike in 18 years, raising kids and things. This bike has smooth acceleration, plenty of torque, and a great ride.... read more
Awesome bike, I haven't owned a big bike in 18 years, raising kids and things. This bike has smooth acceleration, plenty of torque, and a great ride.
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