Touring Motorcycles

2012Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe

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The 2012 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe is a heavyweight cruiser touring bike designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and stability. Powered by a 1295cc V4 engine producing 97 horsepower, it excels at highway cruising with its spacious seating, generous cargo capacity, and smooth five-speed transmission. Known for its commanding presence and refined ride quality, this tourer suits experienced riders prioritizing comfort on extended journeys.

Capacity: 1294.7 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 357.0 kg
Seat height: 739 mm
Power: 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) @ 6000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Torque	120.7 Nm (12.3 kgf-m or 89.0 ft.lbs) @ 4750 RPM	not listed

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding35%

Daily riding60%

Touring92%

Two-up85%

Track10%

Best for: Built for relaxed long-distance highway cruising with a classic V4 soundtrack and shaft-drive reliability rather than sporty performance.
Built for: A laid-back, chrome-heavy touring cruiser for riders who value smooth torque, comfort, and presence over outright speed or agility.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders seeking a light, nimble bike or anyone wanting to tackle twisty backroads or off-road trails aggressively.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Units

At 739mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1294.7 ccm
Power: 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) @ 6000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 130 CO2 g/km
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2717 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Hydraulic

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1715 mm
Overall length: 2504 mm
Overall width: 1011 mm
Overall height: 1524 mm
Seat height: 739 mm
Dry weight: 357.0 kg
Wet weight: 382.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.10 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Single-backbone frame with solid engine mounting
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 320 mm
Front tyre: 150/80-16
Rear tyre: 150/90-15

Other

Color options: Seashell/Raven, Candy Red/Raven
Warranty: 60

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2005	2007	2009	2011	2012	2013
Capacity	1294 cc	1295 cc	1295 cc	1295 cc	1295 cc	1295 cc
Dry weight	357 kg	357 kg	357 kg	357 kg	357 kg	357 kg
Seat height	739 mm	739 mm	739 mm	739 mm	739 mm	739 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20.1 L	20.1 L	20.1 L	20.1 L	20.1 L