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2012 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S
Your bi-coastal venture starts here.
A super-smooth 1298cc V-four liquid-cooled powerplant wrapped in a high-tensile steel frame built to carry two people and plenty of gear in ultimate two-wheel comfort. Wheen it comes to seeing North America in detail, there's no better way to do it than by Venture.
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Key Features: This fully loaded luxury touring machine comes with everything serious riders need, including a four-speaker sound system with a Star-branded iPod touch,® a CB radio, intercom system, and AM/FM radio combined with a powerful and smooth V-four engine and front end chrome accents.
Key Features: There’s plenty of lockable storage in the form of a 15-gallon trunk and a pair of color-matched 9.3-gallon sidebags; that’s 33.6 gallons total.
Key Features: Ergonomically designed bucket-type seats with plush, wraparound passenger backrest for unbeatable long-range comfort.
Key Features: Industry’s premier rider support package includes a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty and 24-hour roadside assistance program.
Key Features: The Royal Star Venture S gets chrome accents to the front end.
Engine: 79 cubic-inch liquid-cooled, V-four tuned to put out class-leading power — 97hp @ 6000 rpm and maximum torque at 89 ft.-lb. @ 4750 rpm — for incomparable touring performance.
Engine: Four heated 32mm Mikuni carburetors with TPS deliver seamless throttle response and greater power across the entire rev range.
Engine: Compact design, dual-intake system enhances performance without sacrificing fuel tank capacity.
Engine: Large-capacity radiator ensures superior engine cooling for maximum efficiency.
Engine: Single-axis internal counterbalancer reduces engine vibration.
Engine: Wide-ratio, five-speed transmission with 5th-gear overdrive geared for both highway passing power and lower-rev cruising speeds.
Engine: Low-maintenance hydralic clutch actuation and strong, low-maintenance shaft drive for touring convenience.
Engine: Four-into-two exhaust system puts out a throaty exhaust note and creates a long, low profile that’s easily customizable.
Chassis/Suspension: High-integrity, single-backbone frame with solid engine mounting and 29-degree caster angle delivers quick, responsive steering and excellent handling.
Chassis/Suspension: Class-leading long wheelbase (67.1-inches) provides exceptional roomy ergonomics for great rider control and comfort.
Chassis/Suspension: Air-adjustable telescopic front fork designed with 29-degree caster angle and 5.5 inches of travel smoothes out the bumps and adjusts for varying load capacities.
Chassis/Suspension: Air-adjustable link-type rear suspension features a vertically mounted single shock with 4.1 inches of travel for outstanding long-distance ride quality.
Chassis/Suspension: Large-diameter front and rear disc brakes with sintered pads provide strong, linear stopping power.
Chassis/Suspension: Wide, fork-mounted fairing, windshield, wind deflectors and frame-mounted lower cowlings offer outstanding weather protection.
Chassis/Suspension: Full-sized floating-type rider and passenger floorboards reduce vibration and are positioned for optimal long-distance comfort.
Additional Features: Incomparable fit and finish includes flawless paint with extensive chrome and brushed stainless steel accents as well as deep, valanced steel fenders.
Additional Features: 6-gallon fuel tank with low-fuel warning light ensures outstanding long-distance touring range.
Additional Features: Large, powerful 12V 60/55-watt remote-adjustable halogen headlight maximizes nighttime visibility and cuts a stylish profile.
Additional Features: Cigarette type DC accessory connector in fairing plus 2-pin DC accessory connector under the seat.
Additional Features: Ignition switch with integrated steering lock mounted to front of fuel tank for extra convenience.
Additional Features: Vintage-style console and instrument panel features: digital speedometer, odometer, dual tripmeters, fuel tripmeter, clock, fuel gauge, cruise control, TPS self-diagnosis, speed sensor, and neutral, high beam, turn signals and low oil-level indicator lights.
Additional Features: Electronic cruise control switch located on right handlebar controls for ease of use.
Additional Features: Handlebar-mounted 40-channel CB radio with dual antenna for CB and AM/FM radio.
Additional Features: Single-point audio control system for AM/FM radio, cassette, CD changer and intercom is MP3-compatible and headset-ready.
Additional Features: Four-speaker (14 watts per channel) system with automatic, speed-regulated volume control to help hear over wind noise.
Additional Features: Two-way rider/passenger intercom system.
Additional Features: Huge, 15-gallon rear trunk with easy, one-touch opener can hold two full-faced helmets and includes a lined interior storage pouch.
Additional Features: Color-matched hard-shell saddlebags each feature handy, one-touch openers and spacious 9.3-gallon storage with interior pouch.
Additional Features: 12V 18AH maintenance-free battery ensures easy, reliable starting.
2012 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 79-cubic-inch (1294cc) liquid-cooled 70° V-four; DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
- Bore x Stroke
- 79mm x 66mm
- Compression Ratio
- 10.0:1
- Fuel Delivery
- (4) 32mm Mikuni CV
- Fuel Capacity
- 6.0 gal
- Fuel Economy
- 39 mpg
Transmission
- Ignition
- TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
- Transmission
- 5-speed, wide-ratio w/5th-gear overdrive; hydraulic clutch
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- Telescopic fork; air-assist, 5.5-in travel
- Suspension Rear
- Single shock; air-assist, 4.1-in travel
- Brake Front
- Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm
- Brake Rear
- Hydraulic disc, 320mm
- Tires Front
- 150/80-16
- Tires Rear
- 150/90-15
- Wheels
- 7-spoke cast
Dimensions
- Wet Weight
- 869 lb
- Length
- 104.5"
- Width
- 35.4"
- Height
- 61.6"
- Seat Height
- 29.5"
- Wheelbase
- 67.1"
General Information
- Warranty
- 5 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
