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2008 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S

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2008 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S
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2008 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Touring
BASE MSRP(US)  $17,599.00
Warranty  60
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Engine:  
Engine Type  V4
Cylinders  4
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)  97 / 72.4
Horsepower RPM  6000
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)  89 / 120.6
Torque RPM  4750
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  16
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  DOHC
Bore (mm/in)  79 / 3.11
Stroke (mm/in)  66 / 2.6
Displacement (cc/ci)  1294 / 79
Compression Ratio  10:1
Starter  Electric
Battery Amp Hour  18
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Emissions Standards  Standard Emissions
Ram Air Induction  No
Fuel Type  Gas
Carburetion Brand  Mikuni
Fuel Injector  No
Carburetor  Yes
Number Of Carburetors  4
Carburetor Size (mm)  32
Carburetion Type  Carburetor
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Overdrive  Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Shaft
Reverse  No
Heel Toe Shifter  Standard
Wheels & Tires:  
Tube / Tubeless  Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)  3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)  4
Front Tire Width  150
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  80
Front Tire Speed Rating  H
Front Wheel Diameter  16
Rear Tire Width  150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Rear Tire Speed Rating  H
Rear Wheel Diameter  15
Front Tire (Full Spec)  150/80 HR16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  150/90 HR15
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Dual Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  11.7 / 298
Rear Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  12.6 / 320
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Travel (in/mm)  5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  4.1 / 104.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  1
Air Adjustable  Yes
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Length (ft)  8.71
Width (in/mm)  35.4 / 899.2
Height (in/mm)  61.6 / 1564.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)  67.1 / 1704.3
Rake (degrees)  29
Turning Radius (ft)  11.5
Ground Clearance (in/mm)  6.1 / 155
Length (ft/ft)  8
Length (ft/in)  8
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  807 / 366
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)  869 / 394
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)  419 / 190
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  6 / 22.7
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  1 / 3.5
Storage Capacity (cuft/gal/l)  24.3 / 33.6 / 148
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  1.6
Horsepower To Weight (hp)  0.12
Seats:  
Seat Type  Two-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  29.5 / 749.3
Number Of Seats  2
Backrest Logo Plate  No
Backrest Type  Fixed
Backrest Location  Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment  No
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Floor Board Location  Driver and Passenger
Hand Grip Material  Rubber
Chain Guard  No
Engine Case Guard  Yes
Fork Guards  No
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Exhaust Guard  No
Light Guard  No
Radiator Cover  Yes
Carburetor Cover  No
Front Fender Material  Steel
Front Fender Trim Material  Chrome
Rear Fender Material  Steel
Rear Fender Trim Material  Chrome
Top Crown  Standard
Stand Type  Kick
Lower Fairing  Standard
Handlebars  Standard
Upper Fairing  Standard
Wind Deflector Material  Plastic
License Plate  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Digital Instrumentation  Standard
Clock  Standard
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Temperature Warning Type  Light
Fuel Level Warning Type  Gauge
Pricing:  
Warranty (Condition)  Limited
Zero Price Schema  0
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Touring
Manufacturer Country  Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age  16
MIC Model Segment  ON-HWY Cruiser Over 900cc
Audio & Communication:  
Satellite  No
Number Of Speakers  4
CB Radio  Standard
Intercom  Standard
Headset  Standard
Cassette Player  Standard
Mounts:  
Side Case Mount  Standard
Windshield Mounts  Standard
Paint & Finish:  
Metallic  No
Glass:  
Folding  Yes
Windshield Lowers  Yes
Height Adjustable  No
Tinted  No
Height  Mid
Storage:  
Number Of Side Cases  2
Hard Side Case Capacity (gal/l)  9.3 / 41
Location  Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount  Standard
Underseat Storage  Standard
Lockable Storage  Standard
Rear Rack  Standard
Rear Rack Storage Material  Hard Vinyl
Rear Rack Storage Trim  Plain
Bag Liner Material  Cloth
Helmet Locks  Standard
Helmet Storage  Standard
Lights:  
Headlight Mounts  Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard
Adjustable Headlights  Standard
Convenience:  
Power Outlet  Standard
Cruise Control  Standard
Handlebar Lock  Standard

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