The New Yamaha Star Eluder

[opas ride]

I know it is all still just rumors and here say, but the Force is strong.

If I were inclined to trade up, so to speak, I'd be kicking myself to do so then find a few months later Honda reveals something bad ass.

As I approach the ripe old age of 78, my wife of over 52 years informs me that my next bike '"WILL BE MY LAST" and I know she is most likely correct...I am really liking what I have seen out for 2018 so far, but will wait until the Spring of 18 to really check out and ride some new models...So far I am perfectly content with by F6B and unless something major changes for me I will ride it for now...As said from some I also have no issues with a V-twin as a road bike and my Victory Vision was a dream on the highway to me...No vibes, great wind protection, handled super and did what it was supposed to do....Got a little heavy for me as I got older and that is why I traded for the Honda......Only time will tell....Ride safe

[willtill]

As I approach the ripe old age of 78, my wife of over 52 years informs me that my next bike '"WILL BE MY LAST" and I know she is most likely correct...I am really liking what I have seen out for 2018 so far, but will wait until the Spring of 18 to really check out and ride some new models...So far I am perfectly content with by F6B and unless something major changes for me I will ride it for now...As said from some I also have no issues with a V-twin as a road bike and my Victory Vision was a dream on the highway to me...No vibes, great wind protection, handled super and did what it was supposed to do....Got a little heavy for me as I got older and that is why I traded for the Honda......Only time will tell....Ride safe

The Victory Vision was the BEST long distance riding bike I have ever owned.

It's a shame it was killed, with the rest of the lineup.

[Fingerz]

I think it's a nice looking bike and would like to see one up close. I won't be trading my B for if but it's not a bad looking ride. Coming off a sport bike the B is heavy. I don't mind the weight on the highway but the sides streets and parking lots at a slow ride becomes real noticeable.

[TripleDuck]

I can find something to like about almost any motorcycle. That one is stretching my imagination.

[willtill]

I can find something to like about almost any motorcycle. That one is stretching my imagination.

A perception of any bike will change; while you are operating it -vs- while you are observing it from afar

[jmdaniel]

A perception of any bike will change; while you are operating it -vs- while you are observing it from afar

True dat, and I'll go a bit further, most owners are homers for their bikes...

[SpeedyWho]

I'm in the market for new bike but an air cooled v twin with a belt drive just doesn't interest me.

[TripleDuck]

A perception of any bike will change; while you are operating it -vs- while you are observing it from afar

I get it. I've had 43 scooters and I generally have loved them all...except that damn KLR650

[Kolsch]

It's NOT a Honda Period

[jbongo]

Interesting - it used the Yamaha air cooled twin. I had a Yamaha Road Star - also air cooled - great bike and even though it was lighter then the F6B it felt heavier and didn't handle as well. I wonder how this new one feels.