2018 Yamaha Star Venture

2018 Yamaha Star Venture pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Touring
MSRP
$24,999
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Touring
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2018
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Yamaha
Display Name
Star Venture
Year
2018
Make
Yamaha
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower RPM
4500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
126 / 170.8
Torque RPM
2500
Cooling
Air
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV - Pushrod
Bore (mm/in)
100 / 3.94
Stroke (mm/in)
118 / 4.65
Displacement (cc/ci)
1854 / 113
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
US Miles Per Gallon (Combined)
34
Fuel Type
Gas
Turbocharged
No
Supercharged
No
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Reverse
Yes
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Tire Brand
Bridgestone(R)
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Wheel Diameter
18
Rear Tire Width
200
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Bridgestone(R) Exedra(R) 130/70-18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Bridgestone(R) Exedra(R) 200/55-16
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
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.8 / 46
Front Travel (in/mm)
5.1 / 129.5
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
4.3 / 109.2
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
8.86
Width (in/mm)
39.9 / 1013.5
Height (in/mm)
55.5 / 1409.7
Wheelbase (in/mm)
67.6 / 1717
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
5.5 / 139.7
Length (ft/ft)
8
Length (ft/in)
10.3
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
957 / 434.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
6.6 / 25
Storage Capacity (cuft/gal/l)
5.8 / 37.3 / 164.3
Performance
Standard
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
27.4 / 696
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Backrest Type
Fixed
Backrest Location
Driver and Passenger
Lumbar Adjustment
Yes
Heated Seat
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grips
Standard
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Radiator Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Pocket
No
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
Wind Deflector
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Radio
Standard
Number Of Speakers
2
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Metallic
No
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield Lowers
Yes
Height Adjustable
Yes
Tinted
No
Height
Mid
Number Of Side Cases
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Number Of Saddle Bags
0
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack Storage
Standard
Helmet Storage
Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
High Intensity Discharge
Heated Hand Grip Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adjustable Handlebars
Standard
Adjustable Levers
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
1 review
  • Worst Yamaha I've ever bought
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 07, 2019

    My name is George Cosner and Ive had 10 differant Yamaha motorcycles in my lifetime and was very happy with every one of them until this 2018 Transcontinental Venture. I was one of the first buyers and traded 3 of my Yamaha's in on it to afford this one. It was 5 mths late arriving, had to have a ...

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