Touring Motorcycles
2005Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300
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The 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 is a full-featured luxury touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Powered by a 1294cc liquid-cooled V4 engine producing 98 horsepower, it excels at highway cruising with its shaft drive, low seat height, and spacious accommodations for two-up riding.
- Capacity
- 1294.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- 749 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance highway touring in maximum comfort, with a plush ride, weather protection, and shaft-drive reliability over big miles.
- Built for
- A laid-back, V4-powered cruiser-tourer that favors smooth, unhurried grand touring over sporty engagement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight nimble city commuter.
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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- Capacity
- 1294.0 ccm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW)
- Engine type
- V four
- Bore x stroke
- 79.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1704 mm
- Overall length
- 2654 mm
- Overall width
- 899 mm
- Overall height
- 1552 mm
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 22.70 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork w/air assist
- Rear suspension
- Single shock, link-type w/air assist;.
- Front wheel travel
- 142 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 104 mm
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
- Pearl White/Radical White
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300?
The 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 has a Capacity of 1294.0 ccm (78.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 have?
The 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 have?
The 2005 Yamaha Royal Star Venture 1300 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
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