47k on my 2009 tourer. I had to replace the drivebelt because it was chirping a lot. Otherwise, that thing is a tank that handles like a dream. I have the Mustang seats which my wife and I love. I'm 6'1", perfectly comfortable.
The way Yamaha setup this particular model reminds me of the Harley dyna switchback. But 41 mpg is not bad at all for the size of the engine and with the windscreens installed. It’s a beautiful motorcycle.
@@jeffreyschultes8448 You should try swinging your leg over that back rest at 76 yrs, like me! What I do is to put my left foot on the ground and do a backward hop about 1 ft. Then I just pull my old right leg right on through. 🙂
I have also a V-Star XVS950A touring version from 2013 which I bought 2 years ago when I retired. I'm 5.5 ft tall. Happy cruising... Some things as a remark from my experience: The windscreen is 2 inches too short to avoid the wind constantly pushing my head, so I added a little screen on top which works perfect. The tires: I recently had to replace both tires. Unfortunately this size is not readily available at different brands and due to cost increase because of covid disrupting the economy it costed me (in Belgium) 585 USD ☹. (for my previous Vulcan VN800, it was less than 255 USD). Another drawback: the speedometer area (the speed indicator and the fuel status warning) is very hard to read because of too low in front. I always use the gps in front of me which makes it no big deal except for the fuel warning. The seat: the seat is quite OK but I have a backrest for me and my pillion. This pushes me a bit closer towards the handlebar and gives also a better sitting position (I have a difficult back issue). No complaint about the seat unless after 3 hours riding without stopping. Maybe a Mustang or Corbin seat would keep me longer in the saddle. I also could keep the original handlebar because it is close enough to me because of the backrest. The handle bar is quite wide and filtering through the traffic is not so easy as the Vulcan (it is almost 10 inch wider). For fuel consumption: during normal cruising, I do 50 mpg. When I'm going on it, it becomes 43mpg. So, it's quite OK. The weight of the bike is at the heavy side for me (is circa 650 lbs), but.... my selection possibility for a cruiser at a decent price (second hand) was very limited. There's no longer much choice in cruisers except the expensive Harleys. The big advantage for me is that it has fuel injection and allows me to use the regular gasoil (E10) and that this one has less chrome to maintain. Cleaning is not easy if your back starts complaining. I like the bike although cornering and turns has less ground clearance than the Vulcan. But I love the design and the riding pleasure with this one. A small remark on the belt drive: I had to go to the dealer to adjust the belt tension, because when I took off fast it happened that some teeth skipped. After adjusting , it was fine. Maybe that the previous owner changed the rear tire without properly adjusting the belt tension (?). At least there is less maintenance for a belt than a chain, which I love: I prefer cruising above hours and hours of cleaning which challenges my back further. The only item I really would love to have is a cruise control feature... but as you know, bikers have always wishes 😉😋
Great bike, i have the same. 1 Year now and still a lot of fun driving this great cruiser in Switzerland. A have the Miller exhaust with the racing db eater...great...really great sound. Where do you have your saddlebagd from or witch brand is it? About the seat...i have the saddlemen...fits perfekt to me and the bike. Take care, Heiko
Great bike, i have a 2014 and i ride it in the swiss alps and in germany/black forest. Are your saddle bags original or where did you buy it? Take care and always good trips
Thought the odometer was run off the front wheel. I'm a new 950 owner with a bit yet to learn! Anyway these bikes show about 5 mph faster than you are really going.
The speedometer is off the front wheel. and depending on the speed it shows 20 but actually 17 and it shows 50 but actually 47. I have Shinko 777 tires and expect 10-15k
@Tall RVr I think you may fit. I’m 5’9 and there’s quite some space from my knee to the bars, unless turning the front wheel near the limit, but there’s nothing like sitting on one and see how you feel.
I traded it in on another CTX700 because most of my driving is closer to town. 60mpg on CTX vs 40mpg on V-star and CTX is lighter and more nimble so around town more fun.
47k on my 2009 tourer. I had to replace the drivebelt because it was chirping a lot. Otherwise, that thing is a tank that handles like a dream. I have the Mustang seats which my wife and I love. I'm 6'1", perfectly comfortable.
The way Yamaha setup this particular model reminds me of the Harley dyna switchback. But 41 mpg is not bad at all for the size of the engine and with the windscreens installed. It’s a beautiful motorcycle.
I bought a driver backrest to mine and it made a complete difference on longer trips.
I put a driver backrest on mine and what a difference on trips. Sometimes I have difficulty swinging my leg over it (64 years old) but it’s worth it.
@@jeffreyschultes8448 You should try swinging your leg over that back rest at 76 yrs, like me! What I do is to put my left foot on the ground and do a backward hop about 1 ft. Then I just pull my old right leg right on through. 🙂
Great video. I miss my 950!
I have also a V-Star XVS950A touring version from 2013 which I bought 2 years ago when I retired. I'm 5.5 ft tall. Happy cruising...
Some things as a remark from my experience: The windscreen is 2 inches too short to avoid the wind constantly pushing my head, so I added a little screen on top which works perfect. The tires: I recently had to replace both tires. Unfortunately this size is not readily available at different brands and due to cost increase because of covid disrupting the economy it costed me (in Belgium) 585 USD ☹. (for my previous Vulcan VN800, it was less than 255 USD).
Another drawback: the speedometer area (the speed indicator and the fuel status warning) is very hard to read because of too low in front. I always use the gps in front of me which makes it no big deal except for the fuel warning.
The seat: the seat is quite OK but I have a backrest for me and my pillion. This pushes me a bit closer towards the handlebar and gives also a better sitting position (I have a difficult back issue). No complaint about the seat unless after 3 hours riding without stopping. Maybe a Mustang or Corbin seat would keep me longer in the saddle.
I also could keep the original handlebar because it is close enough to me because of the backrest. The handle bar is quite wide and filtering through the traffic is not so easy as the Vulcan (it is almost 10 inch wider).
For fuel consumption: during normal cruising, I do 50 mpg. When I'm going on it, it becomes 43mpg. So, it's quite OK. The weight of the bike is at the heavy side for me (is circa 650 lbs), but.... my selection possibility for a cruiser at a decent price (second hand) was very limited. There's no longer much choice in cruisers except the expensive Harleys. The big advantage for me is that it has fuel injection and allows me to use the regular gasoil (E10) and that this one has less chrome to maintain. Cleaning is not easy if your back starts complaining.
I like the bike although cornering and turns has less ground clearance than the Vulcan. But I love the design and the riding pleasure with this one. A small remark on the belt drive: I had to go to the dealer to adjust the belt tension, because when I took off fast it happened that some teeth skipped. After adjusting , it was fine. Maybe that the previous owner changed the rear tire without properly adjusting the belt tension (?). At least there is less maintenance for a belt than a chain, which I love: I prefer cruising above hours and hours of cleaning which challenges my back further.
The only item I really would love to have is a cruise control feature... but as you know, bikers have always wishes 😉😋
ive had mine 6 weeks now and its been nothing but amazing smooth ride lots of power handle bars are a bit jankey but great bike
this is not review of the bike this is what you prefer on trivialities
Yeah alot of dramatic opinions with no relevance
Cut the guy some slack.He covered the belt, the handlebars,the tires, saddlebags, Vin #, etc.
Better than a lot of MC reviews !!
Own 2008 vstar 47000 milles.😘
Love those hard bags!
The bike comes with em too .
@@joecamel6835 yes I’ve known that since 2009 lol
@@ericx7476 How many chickens will they hold ?
Great bike, i have the same. 1 Year now and still a lot of fun driving this great cruiser in Switzerland. A have the Miller exhaust with the racing db eater...great...really great sound. Where do you have your saddlebagd from or witch brand is it? About the seat...i have the saddlemen...fits perfekt to me and the bike. Take care, Heiko
Good video. You really need a Saddlemen Renegade on that thing.
You’ve been riding the crap out of that thing!
rear brake pads replaced at 10,000? you must be riding the rear brake all the time...also the heat on the right side is very noticeable
doesn't the front wheel determine the speed not the rear?
Great bike, i have a 2014 and i ride it in the swiss alps and in germany/black forest. Are your saddle bags original or where did you buy it? Take care and always good trips
Saddlebags came with the bike when new, the touring package.
Excellent review. Thank you!
Thought the odometer was run off the front wheel. I'm a new 950 owner with a bit yet to learn! Anyway these bikes show about 5 mph faster than you are really going.
The speedometer is off the front wheel. and depending on the speed it shows 20 but actually 17 and it shows 50 but actually 47. I have Shinko 777 tires and expect 10-15k
was thinking about buying this bike, I’m 6ft2 and 220lbs, would this be a good starter bike for long trips and commuting around town?
yes for sure....I get 50 mpg on my 2012
apreciate you taking the time to comment on my post, currently on the lookout for one.
@@skradaddyI’ve got one for sale. See CL in Tucson.
So what is the ride review? Does it vibrate or buzz at ant rpm? Is the on off fueling jerky or smooth? Etc.
The ride is flawless no vibrating or buzzing at any speed or RPM. Throttle delivery is also perfect and smooth, it's a fantastic motorcycle.
@@marcbee1234 Great to know.
You thinking of selling? The bike is gorgeous. Would you recommend for first time rider?
I bought one as my first bike last January and I'm loving it.
Thanks 👍🏼
@Tall RVr I think you may fit. I’m 5’9 and there’s quite some space from my knee to the bars, unless turning the front wheel near the limit, but there’s nothing like sitting on one and see how you feel.
What are you thinking of next?
How much is this bike insurance ?
What make and model of saddlebags are those?
They came with the bike, it's the touring package.
What are the rpms at 70? Do you know the 0-60?
No tachometer, don't know 0-60 but I easily merge onto the freeway at 75, I get 40mpg.
Do you like it better than the ctx 700? Is it more fun?
I traded it in on another CTX700 because most of my driving is closer to town. 60mpg on CTX vs 40mpg on V-star and CTX is lighter and more nimble so around town more fun.
@@marcbee1234 Thanks for the feedback. So what year did you get or recommend and did you get dct or standard transmission?
I bought a 2014 manual transmission for lower maintenance the second one I’ve owned and they are absolutely phenomenal motorcycles!
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41mpg is low on these things. I suppose you'd need the power commander and other upgrades. I get 52mpg on my 650.. Want the 950 bad