Touring Motorcycles
2009Yamaha Royal Star Venture
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The 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture is a heavyweight cruiser designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance comfort and touring capability. Powered by a liquid-cooled 1295cc V4 engine with shaft drive, it delivers smooth power and reliability. Best known for its spacious seating, advanced features, and refined ride quality, it excels as a full-featured touring cruiser.
- Capacity
- 1294.7 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 366.0 kg
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance highway touring with a passenger and luggage, prioritizing comfort and stability over sportiness.
- Built for
- A relaxed, cruiser-hearted tourer for riders who value smooth V4 power delivery, shaft-drive reliability, and plush long-haul comfort over aggressive handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride.
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
- 1294.7 ccm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW)
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2459 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 clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1704 mm
- Overall length
- 2654 mm
- Overall width
- 899 mm
- Overall height
- 1565 mm
- Seat height
- 749 mm
- Dry weight
- 366.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 394.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.70 litres
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°
- Trail
- 140 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
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1294 cc | 1295 cc | 1295 cc | 1295 cc | 1295 cc |
| Dry weight | 366 kg | 366 kg | 366 kg | 366 kg | 366 kg |
| Seat height | 749 mm | 749 mm | 749 mm | 749 mm | 749 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22.7 L | 22.7 L | 22.7 L | 22.7 L | 22.7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Royal Star Venture?
The 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture has a Capacity of 1294.7 ccm (79.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture have?
The 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture has a Power of 90.0 HP (66.2 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture have?
The 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha Royal Star Venture weigh?
The 2009 Yamaha Royal Star Venture has a Dry weight of 366.0 kg (806.9 pounds).
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