Upgraded!!!

blaine · 03-26-2014, 12:23 PM

I just bought a 1999 Yamaha v-star 1100.I liked my Honda 800 but didn't like how scarce parts are for this model (VT800) Also wasn't a fan of the 4 speed trans.I can't wait to get out & try the Yamaha.First the drag bars gotta go.Maybe O.E.M. or something with a little more pullback.The custom Candy apple Metalflake is what really caught my eye.Only down fall I see is that exhaust has to be removed to change the oil.There is a relocation kit but it is close to $300.00.Anyone have any experience with this model??

grasshopper · 03-26-2014, 02:40 PM

Congrats! on the new bike! Sure looks SWEET!

Water Warrior 2 · 03-26-2014, 02:57 PM

Good for you. There are lots of aftermarket stuff and a lot of satisfied owners of the 1100.

blaine · 03-26-2014, 03:09 PM

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Good for you. There are lots of aftermarket stuff and a lot of satisfied owners of the 1100.

That was another thing that drew me to it.lots of parts around!!

**jonathan180iq** · 03-26-2014, 03:09 PM

Glitter cherry red... Damn that's pretty.

You should build a 1950's diner around the bike. Bar stools can polished aluminum...

Well done.

blaine · 03-26-2014, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

Glitter cherry red... Damn that's pretty.

You should build a 1950's diner around the bike. Bar stools can polished aluminum...

Well done.

Candy Apple Red metalflake. 6 coats of clear.

mole2 · 03-29-2014, 12:14 AM

Congratulations! You can't go wrong with a VStar. As you know I have the 650. My next door neighbor has the 1100. The first oil change will be hard for you. After that it's a piece of cake. My advice is put a Baron's Bar or other brand crash bar on it. You'll be glad you did if/when you ever drop it. It'll keep it off your leg if you go down. Good luck with her.

Water Warrior 2 · 03-29-2014, 07:20 PM

Crash bars............

.............don't ask me how I know.

blaine · 03-29-2014, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Water Warrior 2

Crash bars............

.............don't ask me how I know.

Yep.....Looking for a set as we speak!!

JWR · 03-30-2014, 11:07 AM

Great looking bike.

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Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Good for you. There are lots of aftermarket stuff and a lot of satisfied owners of the 1100. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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jonathan180iq Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dalton, GA Posts: 3,996	Glitter cherry red... Damn that's pretty. You should build a 1950's diner around the bike. Bar stools can polished aluminum... Well done. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-29-2014, 12:14 AM	#7
mole2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Longs, SC Posts: 1,469	Congratulations! You can't go wrong with a VStar. As you know I have the 650. My next door neighbor has the 1100. The first oil change will be hard for you. After that it's a piece of cake. My advice is put a Baron's Bar or other brand crash bar on it. You'll be glad you did if/when you ever drop it. It'll keep it off your leg if you go down. Good luck with her. __________________ 2009 V-Star 650 Silverado Pearl White 2007 Suzuki GZ250 Black (sold)
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Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Crash bars.........................don't ask me how I know.
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JWR Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville, TN Posts: 1,413	Great looking bike. __________________ Jerry Truth is there are lots of great bikes available and not nearly as many good riders out there riding them... "A man's got to know his limitations..."
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