2006 Yamaha Stratoliner

I have ridden this bike for almost 4 years and still enjoy it. It handles great and I have never had a problem with it. I ride it about 7000 to 8000 miles a year. It has lots of power and corners great. My only complaint is that my wife isn't real comfortable on the back. I did get a custom ... seat which helped a little but she still will not take a long trip with me. I've ridden 10 hour days without a problem.

At about 3,000 miles, I got a rock thru the drive belt.

$540 for the belt plus another $300 for labor....

$840 to replace a belt? You've got to be kidding me. I will NEVER own another belt drive again.

The styling is not for everyone. Which only serves to make it more appealing. Handling that belies its size and an engine that pulls like a freight train, Yamaha stepped away from the pack on this one!

Thirty three thousand miles later I would do it all again. The trip from Orlando ... to Atlantic City... the ride to Cleveland to see her folks.

The bike is comfortable, hauls enough for a weekend getaway or a two week vacation (with an add on bag) and is just fun to be on.