Yamaha Royal Star Venture S
- Production years
- 2012–2013
- Brand
- Yamaha
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YAMAHA Royal Star Venture S (2011-2012)
Selected year: 2013
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,294 cm³
- Power
- 97 hp (72 kW)
- Wet weight
- 394 kg
- Seat height
- 749 mm
Overview
The 2013 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S is a touring motorcycle from the Royal Star family. Its liquid-cooled, 1294 cm³ 70-degree V-four has DOHC and four valves per cylinder, and produces 97 hp (72 kW); the motorcycle weighs 394 kg.
The 749 mm seat height gives the bike a relatively low seat position, while its 394 kg weight makes slow-speed handling more demanding. Air-assisted front and rear suspension can be adjusted for support, the fifth gear is an overdrive for cruising, and shaft drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment. Its tank capacity is 23.1 liters.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Engine capacity
- 1,294 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.0:1
- Stroke
- 66 mm
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 97 hp (72 kW)
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 23.1 L
- Overall length
- 2,654 mm
- Overall width
- 899 mm
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Wet weight
- 394 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,704 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- 298 mm
- Front tyre
- 150/80-16 71H
Pros and cons
Advantages
Shaft drive
There is no chain to clean or adjust.
Air-assisted suspension
Air assistance lets the rider adjust suspension support.
Overdrive fifth gear
The overdrive fifth gear is suited to relaxed cruising.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
At 394 kg, the motorcycle takes more effort to balance and maneuver at walking pace.
Long footprint
Its 2654 mm length can make parking and tight turns more challenging.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
749 mm
Approx. loaded height
719 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 23.1 L at 7 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
330 km
With 10% reserve
297 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2013 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S make?
It produces 97 hp (72 kW).
What engine does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture S have?
It has a liquid-cooled, 1294 cm³ 70-degree V-four with DOHC and four valves per cylinder.
Does the Royal Star Venture S have chain or shaft drive?
It uses shaft drive.
What is the seat height of the 2013 Royal Star Venture S?
The seat height is 749 mm.
