2006 Yamaha V star 1100 custom test drive review

[@zbyneksurovec]

Exactly how I drive. Way over the speed limit but not stupid. Nice review!!!! Exactly what someone who rides bikes wants to hear about a bike.

[@GeorgeMaddaloni52463]

I just bought one. Got an incredible deal on this bike. It's in showroom condition with under 6000 miles. The seller was awesome and was meticulous about the care and maintenance. Going to get it today! Can't wait! Happy trails.

[@daursan]

Congrats, how much did you pay?

[@jottow680]

Got mine last year. 2 grand. 6200 miles. 99 custom

[@Mikesim1981]

I just got into riding. I spoiled myself and got a mint 2006 1100 custom with 6k miles on her. My first bike. I could not be a happier man. I am constantly looking for reasons just to get out and ride now. My Vstar Is what is getting me through this pandemic.

[@nbw_james7833]

Mind if I ask how much u paid? I’m about to get one for $3000 in mint condition really nice with 6,xxx miles on it and wondering what kind of deal I’m getting

[@Mikesim1981]

I paid $4500 over two years ago. Still have the bike. I’ve had no issues with it and I’ve put over 25,000 km on it. I added aftermarket pipes and added aftermarket seat, but other than that I left it stock. I’m looking forward to the upcoming season and have no interest in getting a different bike. Sounds like a fair deal to me.

[@JakeSmoth-nv8sd]

What seat? Did you have to sync carbs or jet? I bought Vance and hines and noticed my bike didn’t start right up like it did with stock pipes

[@Mikesim1981]

I went with a mustang saddle and I never had to rejet the carbs as I just installed cobra slip on pipes. I believe if you install a full exhaust system, you will then have to rejet.

[@devindeocampo3231]

How was the power when first learning how to ride? Was it a little intimidating? Looking at a super coean 2000 1100 for my first bike

[@TzeiEm]

It's sick how cheap bikes are in the US. I've got a 2001 V-Star 1100 and I payed 6500€ for it which is roughly $7300. On top of that we have about 5-6 months of riding time in the year in Finland. And the government is talking about increasing the taxes and payments of bikes even further... I wish I lived in the US :D

[@smazeleu6421]

dont you ask yourself why the government whats that? whers the logic

[@jupitercyclops6521]

Careful what u wish for my friend! I love it here in the US, but our gov is out of control and does no represent the people at all. Take the good with the bad I guess PEACE!

[@CL-ty6wp]

@@smazeleu6421oil lobbyist. Big money is the government.

[@BuiltDifferent13]

It's not all bikes but the Japanese cruisers are extremely cheap in America

[@BuiltDifferent13]

Sport bike 600 or 1000 or a Harley is expensive

[@soflogator]

Damn...I didn't realize how nice it sounds when it's well kept

[@Davistro1]

I own a Dragstar 1100 cc classic 2002. It was love from the first picture. I long for the summer heat and nice trips with my bike. But it is heavy and does not react to crosswinds. It is a wonderful motorcycle for adult men.

[@z71anthony60]

Just got an 05 1100.. had a 00 classic for a little while and rode my brother's 09 950 and the 950 is more responsive and quicker but the 1100 feels more comfortable

[@itsfinn9644]

I've got an 07 and I love it

[@warmongerel9743]

Size doesn't matter on a bike. My 110 pound ex-wife had a Honda VTX 1300 that weighed more than my V-Star 1100. She found my V-Star for me...$3500 with 1900 MILES on it. The thing wasn't even broken in. And I love it more than any of the Harleys that I used to own. It is a great bike.

[@Pusfilth]

What’s her number?

[@robertsalyers1351]

Is she available , what's her PhoneNumber ?

[@peter1565]

I watch this...AGAIN in December and I can't wait to go on trips with my dragstar this summer...

[@howardweshnak1582]

I'm getting my first bike(2013 V Star) You're a great influence thanks

[@charger19691]

I've owned my 06 V-Star 1100 Classic Silverado for close to 10 years now, still the original Yuasa battery! It's been a great bike for me and my fiancé. Just haven't had much time to ride. She only has 4,500 miles! V-Stars are good bikes. It's almost impossible to find a bad one and if you do, it was probably abused, but they still run!! I've never seen one with a bad engine in my experience with them and talking to other V-Star owners.

[@1961fairlane500]

I see your post is 7 months ago and you said your bike had 4500 miles on it. About four years ago when mine hit around 4500 miles ( I also have the '06 ) the starter clutch went out. I was able to replace it myself, but if you take it to a shop they are going to charge at least $1400!!! What pissed me off most about that is that Yamaha knew there was a problem with the starter clutch and never did a recall. Other than that the only thing I've had to do is regular maintenance. I've been ridin' this bike for nine years now and wouldn't get rid of it for nothin'!!!!

[@charger19691]

Richard .R , if it breaks, I'll fix it.

[@kwintotrn1637]

Sound of this bike is Just great ! :) I love this :)

[@hubyaprirodamariosvrcek8751]

you were driving it with cold engine? let the choke on just for few seconds...

[@harvey_the_rabbit]

I love this guys vids but he has absolutely NO mechanical sympathy!!!

[@jigglepuff1218]

​@harvey_the_rabbit tell me you know nothing about combustion motors without telling you know nothing about combustion motors

[@robertsalyers1351]

I'm going to be picking up a 2005 Yamaha 1100 on Tuesday God Willing I'm so very excited about getting back into the Curser game again...this will be a better option for me going from a Kawasaki z400 to the Yamaha V-Star 1100 Vroom, Vroom !!

[@martinaasen8440]

Just went from dragstar 125 to cbr 1000. Never imagined a sports bike to feel this good riding it. Looking at this video I miss the cruiser tho

[@cameron3424]

How’s it going

[@mn_mt0964]

Love this channel was lucky to pick up a 2001 custom with jets hyper charger and full exhaust for 1k a little tune up and well she's no monster but I tell you what the full system sounds so mean and good

[@Jaybiv]

What fork seals did you get to replace the old ones?? Mine are shot and I need some new ones

[@MotorheadLars]

Hey brother, what are you using for your microphone or do you just have a GoPro strapped on your chest? The sound is so good and clear I can never get mine without the wind noise.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Hey Sean, you need to get in the car one evening and take a broom with you to sweep the gravel away on that corner. :D

[@TheBurningDonut]

At 5:38 when you downshift you can hear a deap voice quietly say "Good boy".... is this video haunted?

[@BackFortyTV]

I can’t unhear it 😂

[@808081simy]

Hi mate, just bought a VStar 1100 (a red one) 62000km (Aussie) it has this metal perhaps beating noise only on deceleration. It's an awful noise and I can't bare it and need it fixed? Any suggestions?

[@ShakurForbes]

I’m trying to get one that’s been sitting for four years. Hopefully the maintenance is not too bad

[@KennethCurrie-x1w]

Are they comfy for a six foot five man

[@charlesallbrook7547]

I just bought a 2006 Yamaha cruiser 1100 cc with 2,000 miles on it 1700 and great condition

[@javonharris8257]

I think its too big to be air cooled. How good is the cooling?

[@sarmadk8340]

5:38 the sound here is amazing

[@mikeyg6631]

No gear buddy?? Just playing. I'm picking one up next Monday God willing 04 1100

[@magicdaveable]

The Vulcan 900 wins because of Belt Drive and liquid cooled. Don't get me wrong I love my Yamaha SR500 which is now a 600 but for stretching out on the highway I take my 900 Vulcan. In these Catskill Mountain twisties my SR600 is "the bomb." I did extensive performance mods to improve already stellar handling.

[@famebox]

Is there enough torque

[@harbhajandhaliwa223]

What kind pipes are good sond

[@mn_mt0964]

Vstar 1100 custom my first bike love it still own it wish they had a bore kit other then pacific coast

[@edkay3601]

yeah but you're riding in shorts? is that wise?

[@grmm6845]

I've been looking at v stars for years, never ridden before, but I've always wanted a 900. Probably gonna start with a 650 tho.

[@meisterraul]

Is it a good bike for a tall person? I am 1.88 85kg, but pretty long legs

[@brucehughes9106]

What r u doing riding in shorts?

[@PJReikiMaster]

Is it true this bike needs the exhaust removed to change the oil filter and every oil change requires a valve check?

[@tylerwalsh7587]

Not true at all

[@BlackSheepWJ]

Pennsylvania?

[@thebetaboyz6198]

Just got my 2004 vstar 1100 for $2900 with 4000 miles and it is so much fun and the condition is impeccable Yamaha knows how to make a cruiser man

[@davidwillis8578]

I’m going to look at one tomorrow for $3,000. It has 14,000 miles . Is it worth it. ?

[@thebetaboyz6198]

@@davidwillis8578 is it's in good condition and services regularly definitely Yamaha build very reliable bikes especially the vstar

[@dawnndell251]

Hi Shaun, just brought exactly the same model , I've had loads of custom bikes and chops , when I corner on mine it seems to fight against me and it wallows in the bends , are they all like this, if not there must be something wrong with mine . Thanks Dell

[@Starriddin]

dell I had a 2000 Vstar 1100 Custom. I put 17,000 miles on it the first year and owned until 2012. Never had feel anything but smooth in the turns. I would definitely get it checked out.

[@dawnndell251]

@@Starriddin yes bud I got it sorted , it was the tyres they just needed the right pressure , once I corrected the pressures on the tyres the problem was sorted.

[@riciardoverbeek]

Hi man, ive a question! Im looking for the "perfect" bike to built a bobber. What would you recommend? VS750 VN800 1100dragstar 1500 vulcan ??? 😅 or something else i forget

[@jigglepuff1218]

1500 Vulcan Bobber is the way to go

[@Bey11ktb]

I can't find any for sale

[@lechiffre6449]

did you change the pipes ?

[@unknownnumber1264]

francois chretien sounds like stock but with the drilled out rear baffle mod. I did that on mine and it sounds identical.

[@sethalexander9269]

I saw your videos of the Indians and I love them. Can you compare the V Star 1100 with the Indian Scout? I have been looking into getting the Indian, but saw one of these used with 4k miles for $4,500. Do you think they are comparable or is it worth springing for the Indian?

[@tylerwalsh7587]

I can do it for you. Yamaha 1100 is way, way slower.

[@sarastumme554]

Shaun , mmy name is Sara. I Have a Harley 883 1200. Have had many back surgery a and the iron very hard on back. Im looking to get a V star off a guy and turn it into a tryke. Di you think that will work? Happy New year. Get back when can

[@robertsalyers1351]

Yup, it will work if you're willing to Pay for it

[@pheirphon4680]

Fun bike with less maintenance and safety hazards. Power is restricted, but it's there if you care.

[@kfiji]

Is it a good beginner bike

[@JohnDoe-em7of]

No, start with a virago 250 or something around that size. For the love of God please trust me on that

[@mylifenotyours11]

John Doe I started with a virago 1100 2 years ago and didn’t have a problem. It’s all about self control

[@JohnDoe-em7of]

@@mylifenotyours11 it's not self control I'm talking about. It's the little lessons that are easier to learn on a smaller bike, proper braking, watching out for those gravel patches on turns, and even tho I read everything and practiced a lot I still had 1 wreck where some trolly tracks grabbed my bike and threw me down. Would not have wanted to learn that on a bigger bike

[@Starriddin]

Amrish Kumar I would go with the 650 custom to learn on. Then, you will probably want something in the 1650cc range if you’re still riding in a year or two. If you have some experience before buying, the 1100 has plenty of power and is still pretty light. I’m 5’7” and I could ride my 1100 in my back yard almost like a dirt bike. They only weigh 550lbs dry.

[@kfiji]

@@JohnDoe-em7of lol 😆 I went got a 1100 classic best decision I ever made..i did my msf course n it helped me a lot to learn..nit to sound mean but its on every individual n I tell everybody dont buy 250 cos you grow out of it to soon n buy a bigger bike....n with in a year you buy 2 bikes ..i say go with 500 or up cos like me who has never ridden its all about respecting the bike n its power

[@deathangel3690]

Vstar all the way , im on my first bike 2009 yamaha vstar 250 , getting used to riding then when i have a few years under my belt i will upgrade to bigger v star.

[@sarcolo3829]

Death Angel yeah i started on an 1100 and 1300 royal star

[@deathangel3690]

@@sarcolo3829 nice i saw a roadstar and royal star that looked like something i would ride

[@Pusfilth]

Don’t get a 250 ffs

[@deathangel3690]

@@Pusfilth that wss my starter bike im on v star 950 touring raven edition now.

[@connerkurikshuk4607]

My starter bike was a Yamaha R1😂😂

[@matthewbaker3191]

I’m 6’ 5”. How do you think they would be for taller people?

[@Lavaman3682]

Seat is a long way down....

[@hubyaprirodamariosvrcek8751]

could u tell me whats the camera you used?

[@Srkcycles]

We use GoPro hero 5 blacks on all of our helmets

[@TheSquatchy]

From somebody who has had many of these bikes I have a question. I am in between a Honda Shadow 1100 and a V star 1100. What do you feel is the better bike? In my area there are more shadows and they are a little cheaper. But what is your opinion? Is one better than the other or is it all subjective?

[@Srkcycles]

the shadow has more power, and if they are cheap i would go with that. but it depends on which one you like better

[@davesmith2907]

I always felt the Shadow VT 1100 was geared high.... I sold mine for that reason... Looking at one of these V-star 1100 now

[@mikebrown5648]

I had a custom to wish I had kept it they are nice bike😞

[@caraudiojoe3813]

I'm 6'2 & 265lbs, I'm considering the Vstar 650 or 1100 as my first bike. Are there any other bikes u'd recommend for a big dudes first bike?

[@ryanfranke251]

I'm 6'4" and had a vstar 650 as my first. Once I put 4" forward foot controls I fit comfortably. But to be honest was bored of the power it made before I made it home from the dealership the day I bought it. Hope that helps you some.

[@caraudiojoe3813]

Ryan Franke about how much do you weigh? I'm trying to figure out power to weight so as to avoid the boredom you experienced.

[@ryanfranke251]

I am 160lbs so not heavy. Currently on an 06 Yamaha fz6 and it's a totally different experience!

[@mackenziefranklin3076]

Hey mate were about the same size , I have an 1100 and mate you honestly can't go wrong... I second that the 650 will bore you man, Peace from Australia

[@brendanmcdaniels5813]

I just bought a 650 and had it for 3 days and it’s not enough balls for me that’s why i got a roadstar warrior def 10 times better

[@langspeedcycle]

Totally torn 50/50 between a 650 or 1100. Will be mostly country riding with some occasional long trips! 5'11 and 200lbs. Wife might ride with me twice a summer.

[@adamdesselle4176]

I have to 1100 and dont regret it at all, i want a bit more top end speed but i can manuver it well

[@langspeedcycle]

@@adamdesselle4176 I ended up getting a 2003 1100 Custom!

[@BackFortyTV]

@@langspeedcycle 1100 is the way to go.

[@Eak12345]

I am torn on almost the same, I’m thinking of a 1100 dragstar 2002 or a HD 883 sportster 2006. The dragstar is better in almost everything and way cheaper but for some reason I really liked the smallness of the Harley. (And the sound!) but I wonder if the tiny 50hk engine is too small after all

[@langspeedcycle]

@eak666 I had a vulcan 1500, I'll probably buy vulcans or Harleys moving forward

[@nickrod9526]

These roads remind me of upstate NY. How many bikes do you have man!!?? LOL. Safe riding.

[@sasha180683]

Больше смотрел на природу, дома,чем на мотоцикл)))Как-же всё чисто, аккуратно, нет заборов, нет ограждений. Как называется это место?

[@yamahabiker316]

это Амэрика)))))

[@NightmareFS1]

Just picked up an 06 this color with 4483 miles on it. Much prefer it to my 88 softail custom.

[@NightmareFS1]

@Cody $2800

[@IvanBcamara]

I have a question for you guys. I am 6’3, 220 pounds, and I usually ride with my 110 pound girlfriend. Should I get a 2001 V-Max 1100 or a 2009 950? How do they compare to each other? Are there any dealbreakers in any one of those?

You need a little power riding 2 up. I’d say 1100 The 950 won’t be easy going uphill with 2 people, bags etc. 1100 to be safe..

[@bobb74ysmith]

Go on a diet

[@lionamongstlambs4119]

@@bobb74ysmith lol 220 at 6'3" that's barely overweight even without a bunch of muscle mass. Get off your knees toothpick.

[@robertsalyers1351]

Don't you mean V-Star not V max

[@gerraymond8312]

Great videos ,,

[@robertsalyers1351]

Nice Bike

[@gcsmowfo]

I counted 4 stop signs and you did not stop at any of them. You slowed down but you did not come to a complete stop. V stars are great bikes by the way. My wife has one identical to that one and I love it.

[@Srkcycles]

+Glenn Snelling thanks

[@BoY860]

How can a dealer review a bike? Wouldn't be an unbiased review, your a sales man with al do respect. Not that what your saying isn't true, but obviously you don't want to tell anyone there complete junk as a sales man.

[@Srkcycles]

+EnVision great question, some bikes are junk and I m honest about it and the price reflects that. But one mans junk is another's treasure. And all bikes have a buyer and a purpose. My job is to not mislead anyone about the condition and what the bikes good for

[@sarastumme554]

Sorry Sean. I always spell wrong

[@lionelhowell4972]

I LIKE THE SMOOTH AND FORGIVING CLUTCH ON MY VSTAR UNLIKE MY HONDA SPORT BIKE WHERE THE CLUTCH OPERATION IS NOT WHEN GETTING READY TO TAKE OFF...MEANING THE (JERK THEN STOP IF RELEASING THE CLUTCH IS TO FAST)

[@rukus100821]

until the yamaha bearing goes out on the flywheel...... then its elbow greese time!!!

[@jottow680]

How do you know when that happens? Starter bearing?

[@jimgriggs2184]

So how you gonna shoot a video, and act like thats not a sweet looking 4 door Metro right there? And a hatch back too. Come on, we can't just pretend we didn't see it. It's like filming a UFO and bigfoot walks by flashing a peace sign, and you don't even mention it.

[@pheirphon4680]

Maybe?😂!