Why did I choose a Yamaha Roadstar? My bike at the time was a Kawasaki KZ 1000, a large displacement “muscle bike” with an inline 4 cyl engine. I like power, especially excess power. But that bike was a beast to ride, and ugly. The Roadstar's V-twin engine, with more weight lower in the chassis, makes it more nimble. And it's a beautiful bike. Yamaha did an excellent job with the design, getting a lot of the details just right.

#yamaha #roadstar #motorcycle #Kawasaki #design #vtwin #cruiser

I enjoy working on my bike. I like the challenge of well executed mods that accomplish their goal. I think my v-twin sounds great, but after seeing this exhaust mod, it’s next on the list.

https://www.reddit.com/r/motorcycles/comments/15zrld5/saw_the_best_exhaust_mod_ever_video_of_a_guys/?rdt=62017

#motorcycle #vtwin #yamaha #diy #mods

Saw "the best exhaust mod ever" video of a guy's scooter balloon trick and had to try it on my dual pipe cruiser

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New rear tire: mounted and balanced
New rear brakes: installed
New rear wheel bearings: installed
Oil and filter: changed
Carburetor: cleaned

2023 riding season: ready!
(after a good wash)

#riding #motorcycle #vtwin #yamaha #roadstar #diy #maintenance #custom

Throwback Thursday - From the archive of that other site.

I do miss it though I don't miss the registration costs. #vtwin