1991 Yamaha reviews

My 1991 Yamaha Riva Razz SH50 is the greatest two wheeled machine ever made. It is zippy, has a great powerband, it is super comfortable and overall is stylish. It has a dashboard with a speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, oil light, hi beam light, turn signal light and a low fuel light. Looking from a top down angle at the floorboard, dash, and seat, it almost seems like it was designed for any average car driver to simply hop on and go with little experience. It is easy to ride for beginners and super fun for advanced riders. Not to mention that the brakes can stop on a dime, and the cornering with tiny wheels and plush suspension is smooth as butter. It is an absolute wheelie machine, and it is a 2 stroke so it makes more power than lots of modern 4 strokes of equivalent size (50cc). It gets 90 miles per gallon and has an automatic fuel shutoff snd oil injection system. All you do is fill the oil tank about once a month and the gas tank once a week and you can daily it for years. Aftermarket parts are super easy to find and so are OEM. You can buy an entire OEM engine that runs for less than $300. It is just the right balance for a scooter in terms of loudness, quiet enough to not bother anyone or drown out music/traffic noise, but loud enough to provide a satisfying and energetic 2 stroke buzz. The mirrors geometry is positioned perfectly and they are nice and wide with exceptional visibility. And the hand controls are comfortable too. Generally speaking the whole bike just has 10/10 ergonomics. Also, it has kick start AND electric start. A clean Razz can be acquired for usually between 300-900 dollars in most places, and there are even versions with rear luggage cases. Though the factory luggage tie down rack in the rear is sufficient enough on it’s own. If you don’t have a Razz and are thinking about getting one, GET IT NOW. You’ll never have more fun on a 50 in your life. Show less

I bought my bike new in 1986 - yep, had it for 18 years. It now has 190,500 miles on it and the engine has never been touched! It is a bit tired now, beginning to burn a little oil and I am reluctantly forced to look for a new bike. What a wonderful friend it has been to me for so many years. It is one of a kind in handling and power and it is going to be very hard to find a new motorcycle that is as wonderful. I sure wish Yamaha still made the ORIGINAL Venture Royal! Show less

I just finished reading the review from Armstrong on the 91 Venture and I couldn't agree more. I've been riding Ventures since April '83 starting witha maroon '83 , I loved every mile I put on that machine,it cornered better ,rode better longer then anything previous.Then I went with the" all new" 86 and WOW they actually did improve on an already perfect bike. During that time I rode with the Blue Knights in Chicago(a lot of whom also rode Ventures)and put 68,000 miles on that '86 in just over 4 years every one of them a pleasure.In 1991 I moved up to the '91 Venture and to my amazement they've improved on it again. I've had a chance to ride the new Venture , its nowhere near the bike I've got at home. Not in ride ,comfort ,power or handling is this a replacement for my bike ,so it looks like I'll be riding ( God willing ) this Venture for a long,long time. 5 stars doesn't begin to cover this machine! Show less

I've owned my 1300 Venture Royale for some eight years. My last outing was ten States and 5000 miles. I have the agility and power to surprise many a sport bike rider and I have. Yamaha's intention was to create a Sport Tourer.....this they did.....and they did it well. Unlike the very automotive Goldwings....the Venture gives you bike feel, awesome acceleration, and comfort. There aren't many new bikes in this touring class that will out perform the Ventures. If you're looking for an all-around sport tourer with creature comforts.....snag you an oldy but goody Venture. When you out brake a ZX11 into a tight right hander and take him on the inside you'll be hooked. But watch it!! That smile on your face might leave wrinkles. In this review I am limited to a five star rating. I wish I was able to add an additional five.....these old "Ventures" have earned 'em. Show less