$3,195
Dover, Delaware
Category
Cruiser Motorcycles
Engine
-
Posted Over 1 Month
1996 YAMAHA XVZ13AT, Yamaha Royal Star Tour ClassicStyle and comfort were the Number One priorities when Yamaha engineers designed the 'Star. The Royal Star has plenty of that 'classic' style too. Large floorboards, heel-toe shifter, fat tires, deeply drawn steel fenders, a large plush saddle and oversized fuel tank accentuate the look, while staggered exhaust pipes exude style as well as a deep rumble. Yamaha even added bolt-on finned castings to give that air-cooled look to the water-cooled V-4; in the open cruiser class, you gotta have it. The Tour Classic edition of the Royal Star family adds a slightly different twist by blending both cruising and touring via factory installed upgrade options. These include retro-style saddlebags with a hidden, stiff inner liner that retains their shape when the bags are empty, large touring windshield with lower wind deflectors (which are adjustable for height and angle), custom seat and passenger backrest, chrome plated engine guards, and an enhanced chrome package. Ahh, the chrome -- it's triple-plated and it's everywhere, including the engine cases, fender tips, handlebar ends, and even the side stand. Gotta have it. On the road the 'Star typifies the cruising experience. Its long, low style gives a kicked-back, relaxed and stable feel. The adjustable windscreen is very effective at lower speeds and the roomy, soft ergonomics of the 'Star make you feel as if you're riding a Lazy Boy recliner down the road. The large 1294cc V-4 engine, straight out of Yamaha's Venture touring model, is tuned for boulevard cruising low rpm torque, coupled with the wide-ratio five-speed gearbox it turns a sedate 2500 rpm in top gear at highway speeds. The four chromed exhaust pipes give off a deep rumble, and sound is an important factor in the thunder cruiser class. The suspension is also tuned for the boulevards, giving a soft, supple ride around town. Brakes are standard Yamaha four-piston units, with dual discs up front, and a large, very effective 320 mm disc in back. Specifications: Manufacturer: Yamaha Model: Royal Star Tour Classic Engine: DOHC, water-cooled V4 Bore x Stroke: N/A Displacement: 1294cc Carburetion: Four 28mm downdraft carburetors Transmission: 5-speed, shaft drive Wheelbase: 66.7 in. Seat height: 28.5 in. Fuel capacity: 4.8 gallons Claimed dry weight: 725 lbs.
