YAMAHA Royal Star Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a luxury touring motorcycle made by Yamaha over two periods. The first model was introduced in 1983, continuing production until 1993, while the second version debuted in 1999 and continued production until 2013, remaining largely unchanged.

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S, a touring machine that packed the same specifications as previous models without any significant modifications whatsoever.

In the aesthetic department, the touring motorcycle had standard features, such as an aerodynamic front cowl with a round headlight, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

In addition, compared to the base model, the S version packed more chromed elements, such as the front fork legs, a headlight ring, engine and valve covers, an exhaust system, and several bits and pieces here and there.

In the performance department, the 2012 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S packed the same 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine as other Royal Star machines, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The bike was moved around with the help of a five-speed manual transmission, grabbing the engine's power and sending it to the rear wheel through a wet multi-plate clutch and a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

In 2011, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S, a touring motorcycle that remained essentially unchanged over its production period, packing the same visual, performance, and technical specifications as previous models.

The Royal Star Venture debuted in 1983 and continued production until 1993 and then manufactured again from 1999 to 2013. The second generation, manufactured between 1999 and 2013, was a re-vamped version of the first generation made from 1983 until 1993.

The 2011 model packed the same standard features as previous models, including an aerodynamic front cowl with a round headlight, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a large top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

In addition to its standard features, the S version packed more chrome than the base model, such as the front fork legs, a headlight ring, engine and valve covers, an exhaust system, and several bits and pieces here and there.

The 2011 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S had its heartbeat set by a powerful 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The bike was set in motion by sending the engine's power to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a luxury touring machine manufactured by Yamaha in two forms. The first version was introduced in 1983 and continued production until 1993, while the second version debuted in 1999 and continued production until 2013.

In 2010, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S, a luxury touring motorcycle identical to the base model but with additional visual features, like more chrome and paint job.

The bike was fitted with standard features, such as an aerodynamic front cowl with a round headlight, a teardrop-styled fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat with passenger backrest and armrests integrated into the top case, side-mounted hard-shell panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke lightweight wheels shod with fat tires.

In addition, the S version was packed with more chromed elements than the base model, including a headlight ring, front fork legs, engine covers, exhaust system, and several other bits and pieces here and there.

Like other Royal Star models, the Venture S was built around a single-backbone steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 140 mm of travel and an air-assisted link-type shock absorber on the rear with 105 mm of travel.

At its core, the 2010 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

At the time of its release, the 2010 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S was for sale with an MSRP of $19,700.

In 2009, alongside the base model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S, basically the same motorcycle as the standard model but with additional chromed elements that enhanced its overall appearance.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a luxury touring motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha over two periods. The first model was introduced in 1983 and continued production until 1993, while the second version debuted in 1999 and continued production until 2013.

The bike packed the same standard features as the base model, including an aerodynamic front cowl with a round headlight, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a large top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

The 2009 Venture S version was complemented by several chromed elements, such as the front fork legs, a headlight ring, engine and valve covers, an exhaust system, and several bits and pieces here and there.

Like the standard version, the 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque with maximum strength at 4,750 rpm.

The bike's engine was coupled to a five-speed wide-ratio manual transmission with a fifth gear overdrive and a wet multi-plate hydraulically controlled clutch, sending the power to the rear wheel through a final shaft drive.

In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the Yamaha Royal Tour Deluxe, a cruising motorcycle that rapidly transforms into a veritable touring machine due to its quick-release windscreen, passenger backrest, and hard, side-mounted panniers.

The Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe was a touring machine that debuted in 1997 and continued production essentially unchanged, packing the same visual, technical, and performance specifications over its production time without any significant modifications whatsoever.

The bike packed the same standard features as the previous model, including a round headlight with a chromed housing, a tall windscreen, a wide-pulled-back handlebar, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat with a pillion backrest, side-mounted panniers, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front and an air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the braking performance, the touring machine relied on two 298 mm discs engaged by four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

In the performance department, a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine, with four Mikuni carburetors in charge, powered the 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a touring motorcycle, more on the luxury side, manufactured by Yamaha over two periods. The first model was released in 1983 and continued production until 1993, and the second model from 1999 until 2013.

In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a luxury touring motorcycle that packed the same visual, technical, and performance specifications as the previous model without any modification whatsoever.

In the aesthetic department, the bike featured a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic cowl, a tall windscreen, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated backrest for the passenger, color-matched panniers, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

Also, this touring motorcycle came with everything that a serious rider needed, like a four-speaker sound system, a CB radio, a compatible intercom sound system, and a powerful and smooth V4 engine.

As for the power unit, the 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine underneath its fuel tank, fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was converted into motion by a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear end through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe was a cruising motorcycle that debuted in 1997, wearing two mufflers and quick detachable panniers, a windscreen, and a backrest. The quick-release system transformed the bike rapidly from a classic cruiser to a long-distance touring machine.

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe S, a touring motorcycle with a classic appearance complemented by modern technology and plenty of performance.

The 2008 Tour Deluxe S version packed the exact technical and performance specifications as the previous model without any modifications, except for a new color scheme complemented by chromed and black accents.

The bike was equipped with standard features, such as a round headlight with a chromed housing, a tall windscreen for better wind protection, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest for more comfort, side-mounted color-matched panniers for more storage, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

In the middle of its steel frame, the 2008 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe S had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

As for the braking power, the bike was fitted with two 298 mm discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel, while the rear end was handled by a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper, providing optimum stopping performance.

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, a touring motorcycle in its fourth year of production. The bike was identical to the Royal Star Venture model but had additional features, like fairings, a radio, and a top case.

The 2008 Tour Deluxe model came with the same package as the previous model, featuring the same technical, visual, and performance specifications without any modifications whatsoever.

In the visual department, the motorcycle packed standard features, like a round headlight on the front, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-styled tank, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, color-matched panniers, a dual chromed exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

The bike was built around a steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm of travel, and an air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm of wheel travel.

Brake-wise, the 2008 Tour Deluxe relied on two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping performance.

As for the power figures, the 2008 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe had its heartbeat set by a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine with four Mikuni carburetors in charge, boasting 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2008, Yamaha released the Royal Star Venture S, a touring motorcycle that retained all the nifty features of the base model, providing the same character but bringing more sparkle with the introduction of even more chromed elements.

The 2008 S version packed more chrome elements, such as a headlight ring on the front, fork legs, exhaust system, engine cases and valve covers, and several other bits and pieces here and there.

The bike packed the same standard features as the base model, including a round headlight integrated into a stylish front cowl, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest, color-matched panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed a 43 mm air-assisted telescopic fork with 142 mm of travel on the front and an air-assisted shock absorber with 104 mm of travel on the rear, providing excellent handling capabilities.

The bike's braking performance was handled by two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping performance.

Power-wise, the 2008 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, boasting 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle maker launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a touring machine that packed the exact visual, technical, and performance specifications as the previous model without any modifications whatsoever.

The bike was a luxury touring motorcycle that debuted in 1999 and continued production until 2013. It was also manufactured in a different form from 1983 until 1993. The second generation model, manufactured in 1999, continued its production until 2013 without any significant changes.

The 2008 motorcycle had standard features, such as a stylish, aerodynamic cowl on the front with a round headlight, a wide, pulled-back handlebar, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated pillion backrest and armrests, color-matched side-mounted panniers, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

All bits and pieces were mounted on a steel frame, like a 43 mm air-assisted telescopic fork with 142 mm of travel on the front and an air-assisted shock absorber with 104 mm of travel on the rear, providing excellent handling capabilities.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping performance.

The 2008 Yamaha Royal Star Venture's power came from a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, boasting 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a touring machine with a luxurious allure produced by Yamaha in two separate periods: from 1983 to 1993 and 1999 to 2013. In 1983, the maker introduced the Venture Royal model powered by the newly introduced V4 engine and continued production until 1993.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe S, the same motorcycle as the base Deluxe model but with an exclusive trim in the form of a metallic two-tone paint job.

In the visual department, the bike packed the same standard features as the base model, including a bulbous headlight on the front, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-styled tank, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, color-matched panniers, a dual chromed exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

The 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe S had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine with four Mikuni carburetors in charge, boasting 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The engine's power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

As for stopping power, the bike packed two 298 mm discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a one-piston caliper on the rear, delivering robust braking performance.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, a touring machine with plenty of onboard storage, great comfortability, and plenty of performance perfect for long journeys.

The bike was fitted with standard features right from the factory, such as a round headlight with a chromed housing, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, color-matched side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system with a muffler on each side, and seven-spoke lightweight wheels with fat tires.

The bike's skeleton was a single-backbone steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted fork on the front, offering 140 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm wheel travel.

As for the braking performance, the bike packed two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping power.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the V4 engine was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S, a touring motorcycle with classic looks, modern technology, plenty of performance, and a new metallic livery at an MSRP of $17,600.

The S version packed the same performance, technical, and visual specifications as the base model without any modifications, except for the new metallic livery. The new paint job was complemented by shiny chromed elements for a more impressive appearance.

The 2007 S model had standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic front cowl, a tall windscreen, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, color-matched panniers, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and seven-spoke lightweight wheels with fat tires.

The bike was built around a single-backbone steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted fork on the front, offering 140 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm wheel travel.

In the braking performance, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, providing excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S had its heartbeat set by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a touring motorcycle with a luxurious allure manufactured by Yamaha in two separate periods: from 1983 to 1993 and 1999 to 2013.

In 1983, the manufacturer created the V4 engine and installed it for the first time on the Yamaha Venture motorcycles, like the Venture Royale model, the first in the series produced from 1983 to 1993.

In 1996, the maker introduced the Royal Star model, which continued production until 2001. In 1999, Yamaha introduced a full touring machine called the Royal Star Venture, and in 2005, the Royal Star Tour Deluxe was introduced, which was basically a standard model with additional fairings, radio, and trunk.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a touring motorcycle with classic looks, modern technology, and plenty of performance to travel long distances in absolute comfort.

In the aesthetic department, the bike had standard features, such as an aerodynamic front cowl with a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated pillion backrest and armrests, side-mounted color-matched panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheel.

As for the power figures, the 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke V4 liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture, a touring machine that debuted in 1999. The Midnight Venture packed the same technical and performance specifications as the base model but with a blacked-out livery.

Unlike the standard model, the Midnight Venture featured blacked-out components like the front cowl, fenders, tank, top case, side panniers, radiator fairing, and engine. It was complemented by chromed elements, such as fork legs, exhaust, engine cases, and several bits and pieces.

In the suspension department, the motorcycle was fitted with a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 142 mm of travel and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, offering excellent suspension performance.

The braking power was achieved by two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering optimum stopping power.

The 2006 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture packed the same 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine as the base model, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The engine was coupled to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch, sending the power to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The Yamaha Royal Star Venture was a luxury touring motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha in two forms: the 1983 to 1993 model and the 1999 to 2013 version. The bike debuted in 1999 under the Royal Star designation.

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a touring machine in its eighth year of production, featuring the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as previous models without any significant modifications.

In the aesthetic department, the motorcycle had standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic cowl, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, color-matched panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

As for performance, the 2006 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a five-speed manual gearbox equipped with a wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

Suspension-wise, the bike packed a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 142 mm of travel and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, offering excellent handling capabilities.

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Tour Deluxe, a slightly different version of the base model, packing the same specifications but wearing blacked-out clothes.

The Midnight Tour Deluxe version packed the same technical and performance specifications but with black-finished fenders, radiator cowl, fuel tank, frame, side panniers, wheels, and engine complemented by several chromed elements, including fork legs, headlight housing, exhaust, engine covers, and other bits and pieces.

It featured the same suspension system as the base model, including a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 142 mm of travel and an air-assisted adjustable shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, providing excellent handling capabilities.

The braking system was also retained from the standard model, including two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 2006 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Tour Deluxe had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors. As for the power figures, the engine delivered an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a five-speed manual gearbox fitted with a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear through a final shaft drive.

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, a cruiser motorcycle that came with the same package as the previous mode, featuring the exact visual, technical, and performance specifications without modifications.

The Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe was a middleweight cruising motorcycle that debuted in 1997 and had a dual exhaust system with two mufflers mounted on each side, a tall windscreen, and hard side-mounted saddlebags.

The 2006model was equipped with standard features, such as a round headlight, a tall windscreen with a quick-release system, a pulled-back handlebar, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, side-mounted hard panniers, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels with fat tires.

In the performance department, the 2006 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe packed the same 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine as the previous model, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The bike was built around a steel frame with a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 142 mm of travel and an air-assisted adjustable shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, providing excellent handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the machine was fitted with two 298 mm discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

The Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe was a middleweight cruising motorcycle that debuted in 1997. The bike had a dual exhaust system with two mufflers mounted on each side, a tall windscreen, and hard side-mounted saddlebags.

In the visual department, the cruising motorcycle had standard features, such as a large, round headlight on the front, a tall windscreen, a pulled-back handlebar, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, side-mounted hard panniers, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels with fat tires.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed a 43 mm air-assisted adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 142 mm of travel and an air-assisted adjustable shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, providing excellent handling capabilities.

The braking power was handled by two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

In 2005, alongside the standard model, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture, the same cruising motorcycle with a blacked-out appearance complemented by several chromed elements.

The bike was fitted with standard features right from the factory, including a stylish front cowl with a round headlight, a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual studded seat, a top case with an integrated pillion backrest, side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels shod with fat tires.

Compared to the base model, the Midnight Venture model packed black-finished elements, such as the front cowl, fenders, radiator cowl, fuel tank, top case, panniers, and engine, complemented by chromed parts, such as engine cases, exhaust, fork legs, and several bits and pieces.

It packed the same suspension system as the base model, including an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, providing 142 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm wheel travel.

The braking power was handled by two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper, delivering excellent stopping power.

The 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle introduced by Yamaha in 1996, using the Yamaha Venture Royal's engine. The Royal Star Venture, Royal Star Tour Deluxe, and the V-Max were other models that packed the same engine.

In 2005, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a cruising motorcycle with retro looks, modern technology, and plenty of performance. The bike packed the same technical, visual, and performance features as the previous model.

In the visual department, the bike had standard features, such as a round headlight, a stylish front cowl, valanced fenders, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, color-matched side-mounted panniers, a dual chromed exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels with fat tires.

In the performance department, the 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had its heartbeat set by a 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine that delivered 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, providing 142 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm wheel travel.

As for the braking performance, the bike packed two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper, delivering excellent stopping power.

In 2004, alongside the standard model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Venture, a cruising motorcycle, packing the same specification as the base model but with a more darkened appearance.

Compared to the standard model, the Road Star Midnight Venture had the same technical and performance specifications but a different appearance. The bike came in a blacked-out form, with many black and chromed elements.

The bike packed blacked-out features, such as a front aerodynamic cowl, fenders, fuel tank, seat, top case, side-mounted panniers, engine, and wheels. Also, the bike's black soul was complemented by chromed elements, such as fork legs, exhaust system, engine covers, and several bits and pieces.

It packed the same braking system as the standard model, with two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping performance.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, delivering excellent handling capabilities.

As for the power figures, the 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering 98 hp at 6,000 rpm and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2004, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the Yamaha Road Star Venture, a retro-styled cruiser with modern features, contemporary performance, and a classic appearance. The middleweight motorcycle featured chromed accents and touring-oriented accessories, delivering a more precious look.

The bike had standard features, such as a round headlight, an aerodynamic front cowl, a tall windscreen, a comfortable two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated pillion backrest, two antennas, color-matched side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

Like other Royal Star motorcycles, the Road Star Venture was built around a steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm of travel and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel, delivering excellent handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the bike packed two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping performance.

In the performance department, the 2004 Yamaha Road Star Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine with four Mikuni carburetors in charge, delivering 98 hp at 6,000 rpm and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance shaft drive.

In 2004, Yamaha released into the cruiser world the Road Star Midnight, a blacked-out version of the standard Road Star that came with a blacked-out livery and a black-finished engine with chromed cooling fins.

Also, the 2004 motorcycle received several modifications, including aluminum wheels with tubeless tires, a low-maintenance slimmer belt drive, a different color for the engine cases, and a displacement increase from 1,602cc to 1,670cc.

Due to the horizontally-mounted rear shock absorber, the 2004 Road Star Midnight packed a classic appearance with a hardtail design. It featured a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, steel fenders, and a two-into-two chromed exhaust system.

Also, the big machine was fitted with a pulled-back handlebar, a low seat, and forward-mounted floorboards, offering a laid-back and relaxed riding experience, topped by an excellent performance from the 1,670cc V-twin engine.

Speaking about the engine, the 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight packed a 1,670cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin unit renowned for its powerful performance, delivering an output power of 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.

The Road Star family comprised several models with different trims and packages, including the Silverado, Midnight, and Midnight Silverado. The Silverado model was a more touring-oriented version, with touring accessories, such as a mid-sized windscreen, a passenger backrest, and panniers.

The Midnight was a blacked-out version, while the Midnight Silverado mixed the best features from both machines. The 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight had an MSRP of $11,899 when it was new, while in 2023 (at the time of writing), it was sold at an average price of $5,500.

In 2003, Yamaha launched the Road Star Midnight Star, a blacked-out version of the standard machine, with a black-finished engine, chromed cooling fins, and studded rider and passenger seats that created a unique appearance among Road Star machines.

The bike was fitted from the factory with classic-looking features, including a round headlight with a chromed housing, a teardrop-style tank with an integrated cluster, deeply valanced steel fenders covering the wire-spoke wheels, and a wide, pulled-back handlebar.

Underneath its fuel tank, the maker mounted a 1,602cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine fed by a carburetor, delivering an output power of 63 hp at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque with a maximum peak at 2,250 rpm.

The engine power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission, sending it to the rear wheel through a final belt drive and pushing the machine to 176 kph (109 mph). From top speed to zero, the bike was stopped by two 298 mm discs and two-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear.

The Road Star family of cruiser machines was manufactured until 2014, when the maker dropped the Road Star line from their range. Also, it underwent several modifications over its production time, including the 2004 displacement increase and design changes and the 2008 upgrade that introduced a new fuel injection system.

The 2003 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Star was sold as new in 2003 at an MSRP of $11,799. After 20 years, the bike was for sale at an average retail price of $3,405.

In 2003, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture, a cruising motorcycle with the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without any significant modifications.

The bike's aesthetic department was characterized by its standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic cowl, a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual studded seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The bike was made around a steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm wheel travel and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm of travel.

In the braking department, the cruising motorcycle packed two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering a comfortable riding experience and excellent handling.

As for the power figures, the 2003 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight venture had its heartbeat set by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine, managed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The engine worked together with a wide-ratio five-speed manual transmission with a 5th gear overdrive and a wet multi-disc clutch, sending the power to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle introduced by Yamaha in 1996, using the Yamaha Venture Royal’s power package. The Royal Star Venture, Royal Star Tour Deluxe, and the V-Max were other models that packed the same engine.

In 2003, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a cruising motorcycle that packed a fluid mixture of classic looks, retro-styling, and modern technology, complemented by a matching powerful engine, at an MSRP of $16,400.

The bike was fitted from the factory with standard features, such as a round headlight upfront integrated into a stylish cowl, a tall windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest, side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, providing 142 mm of travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm wheel travel.

In the braking department, the bike packed two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper, delivering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2003 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke V-4 liquid-cooled engine that delivered 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

In 2002, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Star, a motorcycle derived from the standard model. It took it to the next level with even more chromed elements and blacked-out trim.

The Yamaha Road Star Midnight Star was a cruiser machine part of the Road Star family that debuted in 1999 and continued production until 2014, when Yamaha dropped the Road Star line from their range.

The bikes produced from 1999 to 2003 packed a V-twin engine with a 1,602cc displacement. From 2004, Yamaha increased the displacement from 1,602cc to 1,670cc and introduced several modifications, including a lightweight aluminum wheel with tubeless tires, a slimmer belt drive, and a different color for the engine cases.

In 2008, the Road Star family received its second modification, introducing an electronically controlled fuel injection system that provided smoother engine response, better fuel economy, and fewer emissions.

The 2002 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Star came equipped with standard features, such as a large, round headlight with a chromed housing, two passing lights, a pulled-back handlebar, a dual seat, valanced fenders, wire-spoke wheels, and a two-into-two exhaust system.

In the performance department, the bike's power generator was fitted underneath the fuel tank, with 63 hp available at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque at 2,250 rpm.

The bike's smooth riding experience was provided by a 43 mm telescopic fork on the front with 140 mm wheel travel and a horizontally-mounted spring preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear that offered a hardtail design.

In 2002, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture, a cruising motorcycle fitted with touring-oriented accessories, classic looks, modern technology, and matching power at an MSRP of $16,900.

The bike was fitted from the factory with standard features, such as a stylish, aerodynamic front cowl with a round headlight, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest, side-mounted hard panniers, a dual chromed exhaust system, seven-spoke aluminum wheels, and a black-finished engine with chromed accents.

The 2002 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine, fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a wide-ratio five-speed manual transmission with a 5th gear overdrive and a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The bike was manufactured around a steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm wheel travel, and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, delivering 104 mm of travel.

As for the braking power, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering a comfortable riding experience and excellent handling.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruising motorcycle made by Yamaha since 1996 and used the same engine as the Yamaha Venture Royale. Other motorcycles that used the same engine included the Royal Star Venture, Royal Star Tour Deluxe, and V-Max.

In 2002, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Venture, a cruiser motorcycle that combined the worlds of touring with enhanced comfortability and high-tech sporty performance, with a 1,294cc V-4 engine under its fuel tank.

In the visual department, the bike was equipped with standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into a stylish front cowl, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual studded seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side-mounted panniers, a dual exhaust system, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2002 Yamaha Royal Star Venture had installed a 1,294cc V-4 liquid-cooled engine with a blacked-out appearance and chromed accents. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 98 hp and 121 Nm (89 lb-ft) torque at 4,750 rpm.

The engine was coupled to a wide-ratio five-speed manual transmission with a 5th gear overdrive and a wet multi-disc clutch, sending the power to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The bike was built around a steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front, offering 142 mm of travel, and an air-assisted link-type shock absorber on the rear, providing 104 mm wheel travel.

In 1999, alongside other Royal Star models, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Venture MM Limited Edition, a touring motorcycle with exclusive upgrades on both functional and aesthetic sides.

The bike was made in limited numbers, around 1,500 worldwide, 1,000 of which made their way into the United States. It featured a brass serial number plate and MM emblems on the speedometer, fuel tank, and saddlebags.

The visual department was characterized by many exclusive features, such as a round headlight integrated into a stylish, aerodynamic cowl, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-styled fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side-mounted hard panniers, and seven-spoke aluminum wheels.

In addition, the bike had a modified clock and speedometer housing an all-new collapsible antenna and was available in Pearl White with Ivory at an MSRP of $16,100.

The 1999 Yamaha Venture MM Limited Edition was built around a steel frame that held the 1,294cc V-4 engine and an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front with a142 mm of travel and a link-type air-assisted shock absorber on the rear with 104 mm of travel.

In the braking department, the bike packed two 298 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping performance.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha since 1996. It packed Yamaha Venture Royal's power package and was the first Star motorcycle introduced.

At first, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer introduced the standard and Tour Classic versions with several differences. The standard model packed four silencers and no windscreen or side bags, but they were available as accessories, while the Tour Classic had four mufflers, a tall windscreen, and soft leather saddlebags.

In 1999, the Japanese maker released the Yamaha Venture, a retro-styled cruiser motorcycle with plush touring features and a classic appearance that delivered long-distance performance and a comfortable riding experience.

The Venture model was equipped with standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic front cowl, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-styled fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, side-mounted hard panniers, and seven-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around a double-downtube full-cradle steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front and an air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

As for the power figures, the 1999 Yamaha Venture had its heartbeat set by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine that delivered an output power of 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.

In 1999, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Boulevard, a cruiser motorcycle with an individualist attitude, providing a fast and zero-frills riding experience.

Like all members of the Royal family, the Boulevard version also packed a 1,294cc liquid-cooled V-4 engine with a shiny chrome and polished finish on top fed by four Mikuni carburetors, exhaling through two chromed exhaust pipes and driven by a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

In the aesthetic department, the bike packed standard features, such as a round headlight with two passing lights on the sides, a tall windscreen, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual studded seat, valanced fenders, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a steel frame with a 43 mm adjustable telescopic fork on the front, offering 140 mm of travel, and a single-shock absorber on the rear with 94 mm of travel, providing excellent handling capabilities.

In the braking department, the 1999 Yamaha Royal Star Boulevard packed two 298 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping performance.

As for the power figures, the bike had installed a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine that delivered an output power of 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle manufactured by the Japanese maker since 1996. The bike packed Yamaha Venture Royal's power package and was the first Star motorcycle introduced.

First, the Japanese manufacturer introduced the standard and Tour Classic versions with several differences. The standard model packed four silencers and no windscreen or side bags, but they were available as accessories.

The Tour Classic had four mufflers, a tall windscreen, and soft leather saddlebags. In 1997, the Tour Deluxe was released with two mufflers, a tall windscreen, and hard side-mounted panniers.

In 1999, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, a cruiser motorcycle powered by a nifty V-4 engine, classic chromed elements, and loaded with modern technology.

In the visual department, the 1999 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe had standard features, such as a round headlight up front, a tall windscreen for better wind protection, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, side-mounted hard panniers, slightly valanced fenders, and seven-spoke wheels with whit-wall tires.

The bike's power was transferred to a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a low-maintenance final shaft drive.

The braking performance was achieved by two 298 mm discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle introduced by Yamaha in 1996, using the Yamaha Venture Royal power package. The Royal Star Venture, Royal Star Tour Deluxe, and the V-Max were other models that packed the same engine.

Initially, the maker introduced the standard and Tour Classic versions with several differences. The standard model packed four silencers and no windscreen or side bags, but they were available as accessories. The Tour Classic had four mufflers, a tall windscreen, and soft leather saddlebags.

In 1999, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic, a middleweight cruiser motorcycle packed with plenty of power and classic cruiser looks.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard features, such as a round headlight with two passing lights, a tall windscreen, slightly valanced fenders, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat with a passenger backrest, side-mounted soft leather saddlebags, and sever-spoke wheels with white-wall tires.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed a 43 mm adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 140 mm of travel and a single shock absorber on the rear with 94 mm wheel travel, offering excellent handling capabilities.

As for braking power, the 1999 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic had its wheels fitted with two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 320 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, offering optimum stopping performance.

The Yamaha Royal Star was a cruiser motorcycle introduced by the Japanese maker in 1996. The bike used Yamaha Venture Royal's power package and was the first Star motorcycle introduced.

In 1999, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Royal Star TF Venture, a cruiser motorcycle fitted with several touring accessories, making long hauls more comfortable and enjoyable.

In the visual department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a round headlight integrated into an aerodynamic fairing, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and seven-spoke wheels.

In addition to its standard features, the bike packed touring-oriented accessories, including a tall windscreen for better wind protection, a top case with an integrated passenger backrest and armrests, and side-mounted hard panniers for extra storage.

The bike was built around a double-downtube full-cradle steel frame with an air-assisted telescopic fork on the front and an air-assisted shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking performance was achieved by two 298 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 320 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, providing excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 1999 Yamaha Royal Star TF Venture had its soul brought to life by a 1,294cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V-4 engine that delivered an output power of 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.