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2010 Star Stratoliner Deluxe.

According to market research, Yamaha’s cruiser brand Star has seen a growing trend in the market for what they call “casual full dress touring” machines. More specifically, this means a bike with a full front fairing, hard side bags, but no back rest or trunk. Harley-Davidson dominates the market currently, but Star has now joined the ranks with a new flagship model called the Stratoliner Deluxe – and it’s a ringer. Beautiful, sleek and sexy styling makes it the best looking Star cruiser we’ve ever laid eyes on. In fact, it’s one of the sexiest cruisers on the horizon. Period.

Based on the existing Stratoliner platform and featuring the same 1854cc V-Twin engine and chassis, the Deluxe gets a stylish front fairing and matching streamlined hard side bags. The front fairing also features speakers and integrated iPod connectivity with handlebar audio controls. While this pretty much sums up the changes, it turns what we consider a basic-looking cruiser into an extremely attractive machine that we can’t wait to get our hands on! It will be available in January 2010, in black only, with a retail price of $17,490.

Courtesy of Yamaha…

Sleek and sexy styling highlight the new casual full dress cruiser from Star.

Think all baggers are created equal? Think again…..Star is pleased to introduce the 2010 Stratoliner Deluxe. Whether you’re traveling cross-country or crosstown, this new bagger is one of the most powerful and stylish ways to go.

The Stratoliner Deluxe features a distinctive, wind shearing fairing that includes a handlebar-mounted audio control system with integrated high fidelity speakers, connectors for an iPod® jack and ultra cool shorty windscreen. To compliment the fairing a pair of large, color-matched, locking hard sidebags with handy one touch openers provide spacious storage for long hauls and short trips.

The powerful and beautiful 113 cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod V-twin has massive looks and performance. The computer controlled twin-bore downdraft electronic fuel injection with 12 hole injectors ensures optimum engine efficiency and throttle response in the widest possible range of conditions. Combined with the four valve cylinder heads with dual spark plugs, ceramic-composite-lined cylinders and 2 –into-1 exhaust with O2 sensor and three way catalyst to reduce emissions, maximum torque is reached at just 2500 rpm for performance second to none.

No matter what the angle. the Stratoliner Deluxe just plain looks good!

The long and low aluminum frame provides great looks and light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser with very few welds for a smooth, clean look and a near 50/50 weight distribution between both wheels. The light, Controlled-fill swingarm casting compliments the streamline style and reduces unsprung weight to assist in the great handling. Additional features such as 46 mm fork tubes with slant cut chrome covers, a tucked out-of-sight single shock with adjustable spring preload, a richly chromed 1.25 inch oversize handlebar and large front discs with monolock brake calipers add to the unmatched functionality of the chassis. A strong and light belt final drive routes power smoothly and efficiently to the rear wheel while the floating floorboards and adjustable heel/toe shifter provide a comfortable, low effort ride.

The Neo-streamline design gives the Stratoliner Deluxe a completely distinctive look which is accented by a level of fit and finish that is second to none. Details such as the switchgear wiring being routed internal to the handlebar, a flangeless, teardrop fuel tank, 12-spoke wheels, chrome front brake master cylinder with integrated lever, a sculpted seat and special custom machining of the cooling fin edges give a jewel like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles. Additional details like Star quality paint and chrome, bright multireflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses complete the custom look.

The 2010 Stratoliner Deluxe will be available in Star motorcycle dealerships nationwide beginning in January in a Raven finish with a starting MSRP of $17,490.

The Star® Accessories Catalog is packed full of high-quality parts that invite Star owners to fully express their individuality.

Full information on all Star models can be found at www.starmotorcycles.com.

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Comments

Rudy V - Stratoliner November 1, 2009 04:50 AM
As far as I'm concerened, it's all about the rider,, not the ride. Buy what you like. Bikes these days are made much better. You need to get out there and sit on them. When it "fits" buy it and get out there and enjoy the road. I have owned many bikes and currently own a Stratoliner. I love it!! I put in a fuel pak and Big air kit and I usually am out in front. Handling is buy far the best!!!!! Remember.... when you can't beat the bike... beat the rider. lol

tom again - yamaha tourer October 31, 2009 04:17 PM
I think the last great Yamaha tourer happened about 20 years ago with the advent of the Venture Royale, Yamaha tourere have been downhill since then. If you want a good tourer get a Goldwing or a K1200LT.

tom - '06 stratoliner October 31, 2009 04:02 PM
Bought the '06 Stratoliner s the day they came out. with 100+ HP and a ton of chrome, I get more "great looking bike" comments than you could imagine. Oh by the way, those comments are mostly from Harley riders. Ride what you like and like what you ride, that's my philosophy.

DARKSIDE - HD STREET GLIDE KNOCK OFF October 30, 2009 02:00 PM
IF YOU WANT THE LOOK OF A HARLEY BUY ONE. 17,500 FOR THE NEW YAMAHA AND 18,999 FOR A 2010 STREET GLIDE. IF YOU HAVE NEVER RIDIN A NEW TOURING BIKE FROM HARLEY I RECOMMEND IT. YOU CAN CRUISE AT 70MPH AND FEEL FINE TAKING BOTH HANS OF OF THE BARS. THE REAR SUSPENSION IS AIR, AND IS ADJUSTABLE. PLUS NO CRAPY PLASTIC SWITCHES AND THE PAINT IS 3 TIMES THAT OF IMPORTS. SORRY YAMAH, PLUS HARLEY DEALERS WILL WORK ON THE PRICE AND HAVE BETTER FINANCING OPTIONS WITH EAGLE MARK SAVINGS BANK.

bigbearr6642 - jap vs hd October 24, 2009 05:22 PM
look this argument has been going on almost since the first bike rolled off the assembly line. all i ever owned so far is jap bikes ive owned a 95 yamaha virago 750 which i rode like a tourer there wasnt a place too far i wouldnt ride it then in 2005 i bought a 2001 roadstar. i bought these bikes because they had the styling characteristics of the hd i wanted a harley but couldnt afford the one i wanted and i wasnt going to buy an hd just to have one. im looking at getting another bike soon and i want a tourer and im looking at all my options i know what i want in a bike and i dont care whether its a jap or a an hd its gotta be commfortable it has to have a radio and cruise because im planning on some real long rides.may the best bike win

FlatTop - Blah Blah Blah October 24, 2009 08:49 AM
I have a Harley Ultra, Honda VTX1800 & 1300, Victory Vegas & Honda 1100 Spirit. All of these bikes were bought for different reasons that are to many to describe here...each has its own personality and use. I ride with a vary diverse group of folks that have every bike you could think of and hear the same crap that I hear here. Ride what you can afford and like. I would n ever try to compare a Harley with a Victory or a Victory with a Honda. All of thes bikes have their own pros and cons...How many times I have cussed my Harleys are to many to mention as well as Hondas, Victory's, Yamaha's etc. I have oowned over 46 bikes in my 36 years of riding and hated and loved every brand out there. I ride quite a bit...everyday I breathe air into my lungs. Ride what you want and do it with pride...even when it leaved you beside the road.

skeeter - SDS October 12, 2009 04:39 PM
You are an idiot, and you are WRONG. Do some research on the difference between SAE and Metric. An example would be how Harley's displacement is based on "cubic inches", and Victory bases the displacement on "cubic centermeters", like the Japanese motorcycles. Victory and the Japanese "cruisers" market their bikes with displacements listed in cubic inches to copy Harley and to appeal to American buyers.

SDS - Victory October 12, 2009 12:23 PM
The Victory is NOT a metric bike, if you say it is than no more than a harley.

Woodman West-Skeeter - Roadliner Deluxe? October 8, 2009 03:25 AM
Skeeter, there is no bike called the Roadliner Deluxe. Assuming you mean the Stratoliner Deluxe, the prices will drop fast.

For 6 months the dealers will hold price as the "new model droolers" get thier bike night bragging rights. By this time next year they will be overstocked to the gills. Come on, $18k for a metric cruiser.

That is basically $10k for the fairing, you can buy new and very slightly used Strato/Roadliners all day long for $7-9K.

skeeter - SDS why? October 7, 2009 04:38 PM
Victory is considered METRIC because it uses metric parts, nuts, bolts, etc., like the European and Japanese bikes. Also, Victory does not use more American parts than Harley. Both companies, use outside sources for parts, and the other metric companies do as well. As far as the Vision goes, I don't like the look of it at all, but I don't like Goldwings either. To each his own! The Roadliner Deluxe, Harley Street Glide and Victory Cross Country are all in the same price range. The Harley gives up some horsepower to the other two, but it's smooth and will top out at close to 115mph stock. It also has classic styling, better gas mileage, a HUGE aftermarket, and a better resale value. Used Victory's can be purchased for next to nothing. Why is that?

SDS - Why? October 6, 2009 04:28 PM
Why do people keep calling Victory's metric? They are made right here in the USA, and have more american parts than an HD. I just rode a Victory Vision with a 106" motor, it blows an Ultra classic out of the water! It handles better, is cooler (I live in PHX), it felt much lighter than it looks. Im in the market for a bagger, it will most likely be a Cross Country. Why pay more money for less (HD) bike.

Woodman West - Star Styling October 5, 2009 03:27 AM
You can find Stratoliners/Roadliners 07/08 new for under $10k all day long locally. (Central Florida). I belive the reason is this funky "neo styling' Yamah/Star is trying to force on the buyers.

The they drop the V Star 1100 line, their best sellers, even though the V 1300 and V 950 sit unsold and heavily discounted. Roadstar models are cut back also.

Classic styling is what drives sales in the big cruiser market. Not this goofy "Madonna bra" blinker look. As many journalist have labeled the Road/Strato look.

'06 "S" LINER - RIDICULOUS PRICE October 4, 2009 03:08 PM
My local dealer has 2008 Stratoliners (S) in stock for $9995 because THEY DO NOT SELL. I own a '06 Liner "S" and love it but it has several shortcomings that were simply not addressed AGAIN...FOUR YEARS LATER. FOR THIS RIDICULOUS PRICE: WHERE THE HELL IS A SIX-GALLON TANK so we can see that "imaginary 200-mile cruising range"? LOL that was a good one Yamaha! WHERE ARE CHROME or BLACKED-OUT rims? WHERE IS CRUISE CONTROL? WHERE IS THE ABS? WHERE IS A MORE COMFORTABLE STOCK SEAT? (CAUSE STOCK SEAT SUX!) AND HOW ABOUT PULLING BACK THOSE HANDLEBARS SO WE DON'T HAVE TO REACH OUT LIKE APES?! Like I said, I have a '06 Liner and do enjoy it. But unless Yamaha pulls their head out of the a$$...I'm going VICTORY Cross Country next time!

'06 Stratoliner "S" - OVERPRICED "WANNABE" DELUXE - NOTHING NEW TO IT!!! October 4, 2009 02:58 PM
- WHERE IS A SIX-GALLON TANK??? - WHERE IS THE ABS??? - WHERE IS THE CRUISE CONTROL??? - WHY IS THAT WORTHLESS STOCK SEAT STILL THERE??? - WHERE IS THE QUICK-DETACHABLE TRUNK??? - WHERE ARE THE (AT THIS RIDICULOUS PRICE!) STOCK PASSING LAMPS??? - WHERE IS THE CRUISE CONTROL???

kerry - 2010 Stratoliner Deluxe October 4, 2009 12:56 PM
Come on guys, you only go part way, where's the ABS, where's the heated grips and NAV and one final thing, why the wimpy fuel capacity for a bike this size. You come out with a good looking bike but fall short. People have complained before about the pathetic fuel capacity. For the price your asking I would of expected all the above plus cruise control. You only have to do these things to hit a home run with this bike.

HDBreeze - Stratoliner Deluxe September 30, 2009 05:02 PM
I just got a great deal on an 09 CVO Road Glide. When I seen and rode my friend's, I just had to have one. He has the silver dust/titanium dust, which I love, but I ended up with the Harley orange/black color combo. Prior to this purchase, I was really set on buying a Stratoliner Deluxe. I was just wondering if the chrome spears on the tank can be removed? Are they just mounted with double-sided tape? I really love the bike, and still hope to buy one, but I think it would look better without the spears. I would also lose the turn signals. Maybe mount some flush mount led's in the saddlebags and the fairing. The front fender looks terrible with the little duck tail, so I would probably cut it down in the back, or replace it with a Corbin fender. Other than those changes, there's nothing I would change. This bike is hot, and already set to accept my sattelite radio!

RJ - Star Liner September 30, 2009 02:40 PM
I own the a first year '06 Roadliner bought as a year end leftover with 23K great miles now throughout New England. Before that I owned a RSWarrior that ripped like a rapped ape as well. While the art deco styling produces some love hate responses, I can honestly say the Liner is the best motorcycle I have ever owned. Reading up in the forum, there has been no significant powertrain problems and these bikes run strong. I even owned an HD FXDWG with the '88 ci motor at one time but prefer the power to weight handling characteristics of the Liner. Until you ride one you'll never know or fully understand. Plain and simple. Add in the humbling effect it is to smoke all those metric haters out there, on a bagger full of chrome from highway bars to saddlebag guards to even a sissy bar and luggage rack, AND on bike that costs considerably less and it's real a hoot. They want to cut attitude, well, we feed them a good dose of the junk right back. These are extremely good bikes but if you want something different, fine, just makes my bike appear more unique.

bigbear - scottie September 30, 2009 07:10 AM
where are you shopping for your Harley? back in the 80's i wanted to buy a honda civic...talk about an attitude! they would not come down on the price one red cent and treated me like trash. i have had good experiences with the harley dealers over the years. when the demand was high and production was low, it was a tough time being on waiting lists and such but it was no better when i wanted to buy a civic in 1986! as far as handling...my softail handles fantastic and feels much lighter than its size. Its nothing like an r1 but its not meant to be. if you read any of the comparisons from cycle world magazine or motorcyclist the road king and heritage are not the fastest but are always the best handling. get the facts straight before talking out of your a**! lol i don't knock the other brands at all, but harley is building and selling the bikes that their customers want. its pretty stupid to think that with their resources, harley cant build a more modern bike. if thats what you want...buy an inline-4! also...its not just older men buying harleys anymore. i see more women and younger people riding harleys. i believe that with the prices of metric bikes creeping up...the choice to go with harley is easier. for those of you that are harley-haters...maybe you should blame it on the metric companies for jacking up their prices. $18,000 for a yamaha? $19,000 for a victory? $22,000 for a honda? just some food for thought...

Strat-Rider - critter September 28, 2009 07:32 PM
If its even true that the parts are back-ordered from tokyo, why would it matter? The Stratoliner Deluxe isnt even in the dealers yet! According to everything I have read, the Harley Street Glide and the Strat Deluxe are almost the identical weight. Where are you getting your info from? I dont know about the rest of you, but I dont think critter even owns a motorcycle. He is just another poser! LOL

HDBreeze - critter, scottie, Bikendad September 28, 2009 06:48 PM
First of all, the Stratoliner Deluxe has a claimed weight of 802 pounds, and the Harley Street Glide has a claimed weight of 810 pounds. Even if those numbers are slightly misrepresented by their makers, I doubt they would be off by 100 pounds. I think if you put both bikes side by side, the Strat has a much more custom look. There are things on both bikes that I would definitely change, but that's what "making it your own" is all about. As far as MSRP and Harley dealers, I would need to disagree. I purshased my 2007 Springer Classic for $18,600 out the door with some small extras, and just bought a 2009 CVO Road Glide for $28,700 out the door. The msrp on my Springer was 19,400 before tax, title, and mv fees. The msrp on the SE Road Glide was $32,000 before tax, title, and mv fees. I don't know where you guys are shopping for bikes, but I don't know anyone that's paid over Harley msrp since 2001. Shop around and negotiate, and if that fails, call a New Jersey H-D dealer.

Bikendad - Stratoliner deluxe September 27, 2009 12:29 PM
I really like this bike even though it's overpriced for the lack of equipment on it. However if it's discounted like the Strats have been over the years it could be a best buy. I really want a Harley or a Vic, problem is everytime I go into one of those dealers the price gets bumped several thousand over MSRP by the time they get thru adding on all their BS. Harley and Vic will turn an $18k bike into well over $20k. Star on the other hand will probably discount heavily off the MSRP.

Scottie - Be reasonable September 26, 2009 10:27 PM
Listen, let's reason here. H-D and its dealers got a little nutty with attitude in the 90s and even early 00s. As late as 2007 I went to the dealer here in nearby Long Island City and he had an FLSTCI on the floor for $22k without an itemized invoice and gave me some mumbled explanation for why it was $4,000 over MSRP. I so want a Heritage or Road King that has handling and power!!! Please give me what I want. I got a great price on a leftover Stratoliner and helped out a USA dealership that wanted to sell me a motorcycle. My other vehicle is an F-150 Supercrew. What percentage of Harley owners own foreign auto. I bet you'll see a bunch of overseas brands on the "other brands owned" on warranty registrations.

bigdaddysdaddy - Wannabes September 26, 2009 12:55 PM
Once again, "Charlie" is trying to match the looks of the original. Charlie is a very sneaky lad, he's come close, but, "No Cigar". I feel less aggravated if an American buys rice, based on their original ideas, but, to see Americans go out and pay top dollar for a "Wannabe" look alike, well, they're in a class by themselves.

critter - strato-what September 25, 2009 01:43 PM
the mpg sucks; and the fuel range; 100 lbs heavier than the harley;parts back ordered from tokyo-

critter - stato-what September 25, 2009 01:38 PM
looks like something off star trek-

critter - strato-what? September 25, 2009 12:09 PM
it"s fugly looking and to goddy;looks like something from star trek!thank god for h-d.

HDBreeze - Harley haters... September 20, 2009 12:40 PM
Let me start off by saying that I love the Stratoliner Deluxe, and will most likely buy one. The price seems a little steep for today's market, but I'm sure the price can be negotiated. In general, I love motorcycles, period. I own several bikes, including a 1949 Indian Scout, a 1951 Vincent Rapide, a 1959 Harley FL Panhead, a 2006 Suzuki SV1000S, a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7RR, a 1996 Ultra Kustom Groundpounder, a 2000 H-D Road Glide, and a 2007 H-D Springer Classic. Harleys are my first love, but as you can see, I am not prejudice. My Road Glide is the bike that I ride most. It has some performance mods, and a Baker 6-speed tranny. At the time of this posting, it has been ridden 174,662 flawless miles. The motor has only been opened one time, and that is when I first bought it, and had 95" jugs installed. That was back in September, 1999. I went to Sturgis last year, putting 6200 miles on the clock with no worries and no issues. I am planning that same trip next August, and have no fear of any reliability or breakdown issues. Harley technology is way behind the times, and they have not changed much since 1936, but I think it's what people love about them. Even with that, Harleys are extremely competitive in the cruiser market, and are mimicked by nearly every metric company out there. I have seen modified Boss Hoss's with over 600hp, and it's cool, but when and where can you use all that? My oppinion is that if you want to buy a cruiser, get what you like and can afford, make it your own and enjoy it. If you want handling and speed, buy any inline-4, and keep it on the track. Also, my springer has amazing handling for a large bike, and I would have no qualms putting it up against any cruiser out there.

Mr_SDS - New Stratoliner September 16, 2009 07:15 AM
They say that imitation is the greatest form of flatery, so harley hit on a popular idea with the bagger, thats a given, they started it. So, as in every other segment, other manufacturers are following suit, as usual, trying to get some market share. This bike is no worse or better, now, than anything else, just a different manufacturer. Owing a harley is like joining a cult following, which is fine. I like the street glide, I like the Stratoliner Deluxe, I like the Kawi Vulcan 2000, thats a strong bike, and I really like the new victory. I am in the market for a nice bagger, I think my choice will be victory mainly because of the warranty, price is good and its comfy for me, I am 6'3" and 230 lbs. If you plan on going to the billet bar every weekend and parking your bike with all the others and marvel over each others harley tatoos, get a harley. If you want to spend your time riding and enjoying the road get something else.

Mike Marshall - ho hum September 15, 2009 09:25 AM
one word: Valkyrie

Scottie - Styride September 12, 2009 02:42 PM
Styride - I'm 6'2" and 200 lbs. and the Stratoliner is the most comfortable and responsive cruiser I have ridden. Owners will tell you that they aren't perfect. Could use a bigger tank, and the supplemental tank prevents any crossover exhaust. Some think it needs a sixth gear, and I think the air box is odd. Oh, it also wears out tires quickly, but isn't that's going to happen when have a so much power at hand? What I will say is that I rented Harleys for five years before buying the Strat. I love looks of the Road King and Heritage, but I could never really commit to counter steering because they were slow to respond and pushing the bar toward the guard rail was unnerving so I ended up wearing myself out muscling them through turns. With the Strat all it takes is an nudge and I'm leaning confidently into any turn.

Josh - Tommy buys (assembled) in us September 11, 2009 08:44 PM
The CVO my friend is far more than 18K. This is the bike in reference.

Tommy Buys US - HD's Street Glids is $18,000 September 11, 2009 05:42 PM
Hey Big HD Hater - it's not three times the cost, it's about $1000 less. With no heritage, its just another job, another dollar, another profit center not making it into US payrolls. I'm sticking with my 09 Street Glide.

big hd - harley hater September 11, 2009 05:03 PM
i own a harley the biggest piece of crap i ever owned whats realy funny is that harley has been at it 106 years stars been around i realy do not know but what a bike they can build the only thing harley is good for is looking into there past and maybe make it alittle better than they did 25 years ago but at 3 times the cost hey i am looking for that sucker to buy my street glide any out there!

Josh - milwaukee September 10, 2009 09:35 PM
"And for those Harley haters out there,....it has a 110 cubic inch motor, not a 96 incher".

Yeah, and even with the premium price of a CVO it is STILL smaller and less powerful than the Yamaha. What a rip off.

milwaukee mike - Imitation HD CVO Street Glide September 10, 2009 06:35 PM
Yamaha is copying the HD CVO Street Glide.
Checkout the 2010 HD website.

And for those Harley haters out there,....it has a 110 cubic inch motor, not a 96 incher.

Remember, copies are never as good as the originals.

Ned - But wait Howie September 9, 2009 06:10 PM
Harley owners DO care about power! How often do you see a stock Harley on the rode? Most Harleys have at least one or all of the following: intake, exhaust, big bore kits and cams... etc. Harley owners want the designer label and lifestyle that goes with it but power is an extra $$$ option.

Why would Harley put a 113 cu. in. motor in their bikes when the people who buy the bikes are happy to pay $$thousands$$ more just for a few more HP. Harley Davidson is an expert at marketing their demographic for every cent possible to extract from them.

Look, Harley even charges extra $$$ for a reverse on their trike…Duh! Who would not pay for this option on a trike, especially considering most likely the customer buying the trike may have a physical reason for why they can’t move a heavy bike around. À la carte my friends, restaurants make big money off it too.

Howie - nice September 9, 2009 05:06 PM
Rode with a guy who had a Roadliner and that cruiser HAULED...didn't keep up with my CBR1100XX but it sure as hell tried! If you want a cruiser with POWER, you buy Japanese (or Victory maybe). If you don't care about power but want to pay for a name, you go Harley I guess. Me I'll take the power.

Wishbone - milwaukee mike September 9, 2009 02:40 PM
Hey M. Mike, aren't those girly little Harleys only 96 cu. in. But this new, and beautiful Yamaha, is 113 cu. in. According to my math this makes the Harley "big twins" not so big. LOL

And resale is not so important with an import bike because with these bikes you actually want to keep the bike; unlike the Harley where once you realize what a mistake it was buying this turd you want to sell it to the next sucker about to make the same mistake.

Rocket Scientist - Math for Milwaukee Mike September 9, 2009 02:14 AM
Mike, that "new" math is correct. 1 inch = 16.387 cubic centimeters. Multiply 113 x 16.387 and voila - 1,851 cc's. If you hate the Star bike because it's Japanese, that's your call, but don't bother questioning their engineering - this bike will clean any stock Harley's clock. On the other hand, the Victory might give the Star a run for its money.

Bob - milwaukee mike September 9, 2009 01:50 AM
milwaukee mike rides only iron crap... So don't mind him!

Styride - Strato/Star September 9, 2009 01:35 AM
A beautifully finished bike, as most Stars are. Really no faults BUT you have to be big guy to ride this baby ..she is huge.I have some mixed feelings about the deco signal/turn lighting but it is part of the theme. Friends who own them swear by them, I have ridden it over 500 miles (2 different bikes) on a swap for the day rides .If I were over 200 lbs and 6'+ she would be in play.

Tai Nguyen - Street Glide Copy September 8, 2009 09:03 PM
It looks like a Harley Street Glide copy.

Scottie - revised September 8, 2009 08:28 PM
Scottie - Deluxe September 8, 2009 08:23 PM A few months ago I bought a brand new, left over '07 Stratoliner for under $10,000. I'll ride her until she's done, so resale is not an issue. On Sunday I rode a very technical ride - 175 miles, through the Catskills - and she forgave all my mistakes. Back in April I rode a Heritage up into the Berkshires and didn't have a very fond experience. I love the look of the new Victory bikes. If they are as roomy as the Liner, Yamaha may have to look for the next best thing.

Woodco100 - New Stars September 8, 2009 07:50 PM
The local dealers still have 07 and 08 Stars they cannot sell. Unless they are below costs witht he Yammie rebate.

So they raise thier prices and drop the most popular model, V Star 1100 series.

They are trying to force us away from the classic styling of the V1100 Classic and the Roadstar (both which should come with this fairing) into the ugly neo styling of the V1300 and the Strato/Roadliners.

A huge market has built up converting Stars into HD styled bikes. Yammie is a day late and way overpriced for 2010!

milwaukee mike - Just another cheap copy September 8, 2009 06:39 PM
Just another cheap copy with a price twice what it is worth.
The article stated that it had a 113 cubic inch motor. Well the japs must use some form of "new math". Every kid knows that a "cubic centimeter" is far smaller than a "cubic inch". This just shows the lengths the japs will go to fool potential buyers.

Desmolicious - $17500? September 8, 2009 03:32 PM
that's the same money as the new Victory Cross Country....

Seeing how these Yam cruisers are heavily discounted off the bat, I think Yam's pricing needs to be revisited.

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