The 2023 Yamaha Bolt S Spec Is A Fun Cruiser

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

It's a dependable basic unit motorcycle. Not over-priced, good commuter bike, good cross-country bike that will NOT break down like a Hardly-Davisin or Indian. I like it. I approve.

[@Corhndog]

2014 owner here. 20k miles on my bike. Its a great 2 up bike for rides < 100 miles. Great commuter bike through the city and on the back roads. It really only lacks on the hwy bc of the 5 speed. Its pretty rung out doing 80mph imo. Other than that cant beat it for the price especially used. Got mine for 4k. With 5k miles in it. I started on this bike and can say its been hella reliable and has enough power that im not dying to get something else.

[@andrewslejska4205]

I test drove one a few years ago but ended up buying a used vstar 950. Same motor but imo better suspension, more space for passengers and a lot cheaper. Also plenty of aftermarket support. If you get a Yamaha I would recommend budgeting an aftermarket seat as an early upgrade.

[@Nervedraz]

Yamaha makes fantastic motorcycle

[@Yamahog]

Greg, I have the 2019 base model. Yes, it's a very fun fast MC and mine now has 46,700+ kilometers on it. To and from work at 60 miles+ per round trip makes for a lot of mileage when you ride from March through to October. The bike with me riding it is about 57 to 63 mpg... depending on " hooligan " I get with the throttle. Add-ons have been just soft leather saddle bags and a " Mohawk " Windscreen, all else is stock. Tires are Shinko 777's front and back. ( Shinko is Yokohama's MC tire Division). They have about 28,000 kilometers ( ~ 3.5 years ), on them now and look only slightly worn. I suspect I will get about 35, 000 on the rear and maybe 40,000 on the front before I need new rubber.

[@artiecisneros4691]

I've seen this before and brought back memories of my 1990 Yamaha Virago 1100; best bike ever.

[@stayingfitandfocused]

NGL this is one of my dream cruisers.

[@danw.3291]

Nice & you're getting close to the review I've been waiting for... being 60 I went with this type of bike but from a different mfg..when I get a sport bike urge I take my son's bike out... I'm still waiting for your review of what I ride which I know you'll get too... definitely enjoy your content & opinions...

[@Larrs]

Def a cool bike. Wish they’d throw a little bit bigger motor in it though

[@blockocheese9730]

The bolt always seems to me like a better, cheaper sportster

[@AGPullen]

It really is. I had a '16 R-Spec and it out performed the HD equivalent by a bit. It was a little small for me at 6'2", 280lbs, and I only sold it to get my truck, but I would have kept it. It was so fun to ride!

[@rod6006]

Great Review ,great bike for a summers day , handles brilliant , fast enough ,and as you said looks really cool , hold on I own one Lol ,

[@williamrose2506]

So, how are the vibes? Engine feel? Is that engine rubber mounted?

[@iliakag]

Ooh, now I'd love to hear your thoughts about the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650. BTW, love your reviews - a bit different point of view than other reviewers.

[@1sttimegunowner]

Rented one in vegas it was fun but at 5'11 i felt super scrunched on that bike especially with the mid controls

[@tjey379]

Am not a cruiser person but yeah, that looks like fun.

[@FajaGallagher]

Does got his bike have ABS?

[@brtn36]

Well...ok. But it's not like an good old school Virago 1100, with long forks and Sebring exhaust pipes 😉👊

[@metaldiceman]

Yamaha occupying the space Harley left by discontinuing the Iron 883.

[@andydavidson]

Suspension is no better than the standard one, great bike though, had mine three years now

[@KlingonCaptain]

Sadly, I can't even afford to repair the VStar that I already own. 😔

[@mt09madness]

It should have an analogue tac. It looks like a cheap $2 watch...

[@Soulsaber_7]

I wish it was bigger I like it, but I'm 6.1

[@HarveyRustman]

I'm 6' 1 and own one, and It's not horrible, but would definitely look into forward controls and handlebar risers for it.