2002 Yamaha reviews

I have ridden my Midnight Venture on several long trips from NC to CA and I have only had one problem. A vapor lock. I loosened my gas cap, listened to a whoosh and everything was a go from then on. I would recommend a Venture to anyone that wants an excellent touring bike. I also have a GoldWing and I prefer the Venture when riding by myself. Double, I prefer the Wing. Show less

Wanted to upgrade from my old CR250, bought this mint 2002 426 with spare plastics and exhaust. Took it for a 600 acre ride at Toms Farm central Wales and held on all day. What an absolute beauty in full wolfs clothing, any gear will have this animal pointing at the sun/moon and will howl all day. No terrain is to difficult, Yamaha have got it spot on with this motor. Show less

I am 17 140 pounds, and I just bought a 2002 Yamaha blue R6. It's great! It's got plenty of power and its handling is great. I would definitely recommend this bike to anyone who finds one. Show less

Tons of torque. A bit hard to start until you get the hang of it. Very fast when opened up can hang with the 450s. Would not recommend to beginner if has mods. Show less

This is everything one could ask for in a sport bike. I picked up one three weeks ago. I'm loving it, the bike has more power than I need. A great buy! I would definitely recommend this bike. Show less

I love this bike!!! It is very fast. The performance is the best. I didn't think people were telling the truth about the Yamaha YZ 85. On the hole shot it pulls away from the pack.I love this bike... Show less

Got the bike about 6 months ago and put about 10k on it. Ride it everyday to work and back about 40 miles. And on the weekends keep it in the lower gear a little longer and it's like you never need to shift. 1st gear around 60-65 mph second will hit 100mph. Then you have 4 more top gears to play with. You don't need this much bike on public roads, but it's nice when it's there. Everybody likes to go fast, anybody can hold the throttle and start a drag race. I like to do certain areas in the mountain that have turns. Pretty long legs, tall gearing. 5 valves per cylinder, of course this things breathes well at high rpms. For the weight of this bike it handles pretty good. Comfort x 2 plus I can throw my girlfriend on the back and still have enough power to go up a hill and pass people without the engine breaking a sweat. Down side in my opinion just can't roll on the throttle & pick up a wheelie with out a little rev then pop off the clutch then goose it and it will come up. I've been told to gear it down one tooth in the front sprocket then jet it, timing advancer, and pipe and all that goes away. Everything in one package bone stock for the price can't be beat! The reviews ARE RIGHT! 10k in 6 months - this bike rocks! I'm just a commuter that gets to thrash around on the weekends. Although I do have a steet leagal KTM 520exc that has been my weekend bike lately. Show less

I purchased this bike back in April of 2006 as my first street bike as I had ridden only 100-250cc dirt bikes about 12-14 years ago. One climb aboard the silver beast was all it took. Not having ridden in many years, it took a week or so to get used to the power that the bike posesses. The EXUP exhaust valve keeps torque available down low for good cruising power, and when you twist the throttle hard, hang on cause I've gone from 55-120 in 5th with a passenger in the blink of an eye with throttle left to go. Handling is great but it is a heavier bike so you do need to push at speed. Overall an awesome value and fun toy. Show less

I bought my WR from a friend that had done all the free mods along with carb jetting and a pipe. This WR can keep up with any stock YZ and even blow by them on a long straight. This bike with the modes IS NOT A BEGINNER BIKE. Show less

My V-Star 1100 is still humming smoothly, easily, and comfortably 4 years after its purchase. Although I still don't have enough time to ride as much as I'd like to...foliage touring (leaf peeping) has never been better! Great bike, great product(YAMAHA)and great dealer support. It doesn't get much better than this! Ride safely AND ride something YOU enjoy! Show less