{"id":43609,"date":"2018-04-02T10:00:03","date_gmt":"2018-04-02T14:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/motorcyclemojo.com\/?p=43609"},"modified":"2020-01-03T13:38:33","modified_gmt":"2020-01-03T18:38:33","slug":"hit-n-miss-template","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motorcyclemojo.com\/2018\/04\/hit-n-miss-template\/","title":{"rendered":"Hit ‘n Miss List – Star Eluder and Venture TC"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019ve compiled our second Hit \u2019n Miss list, and this time we look at the 2018 Yamaha Star Eluder and Star Venture TC.<\/p>\n

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We were invited to Nashville, Tennessee to ride Yamaha\u2019s newest offerings, where we rode along interstates, highways and back roads for more than 300 km, allowing ample time to sample the performance and comfort of these large luxury-touring machines.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to subscribe<\/a> to Motorcycle Mojo <\/em>magazine, where you\u2019ll find our complete review of these motorcycles.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s our list of hits and misses<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The 1,854 cc air-cooled V-twin produces massive torque at low revs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 The 1,854 cc V-twin is based on the Raider engine but is all new and big on low-end torque, peaking at an impressive 126 lb.-ft. at just 2,500 rpm.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 The air-cooled pushrod V-twin contributes to the bike\u2019s low centre of gravity, producing light, neutral steering, and surefooted handling.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 The Star Venture TC has a tall, adjustable windscreen that combines with swing-out wing deflectors in the fairing to offer very good wind protection.<\/p>\n

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The Yamaha Star Eluder is a stripped-down version of the Venture TC; it’s lighter, but not as comfy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Miss <\/strong>\u2013 The stripped down Eluder isn\u2019t as comfortable due to its shorty windscreen and the absence of fairing-mounted wind deflectors.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 Both machines have very relaxed, comfortable ergonomics, with an easy reach to a wide, pullback handlebar, and large floorboards that allow you to move your legs around.<\/p>\n

Miss <\/strong>\u2013 Despite the Venture TC\u2019s very good wind protection its windscreen produces a fair amount of helmet buffeting at highway speeds.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 Both models are equipped standard with a heated seat, while the Venture TC also has heated grips as standard.<\/p>\n

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Activate the Sure Park lever and use handlebar-mounted buttons to reverse or crawl forward.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Miss <\/strong>\u2013 Unfortunately, the lack of easily accessible buttons for the seat and grips means you have to scroll through the screen menus to set and adjust the heat.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 Up to 144 litres of storage capacity is available in the saddlebags and top case of the Venture TC, while the Star Eluder boasts 70 litres of storage space in its bags.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 Venture TC comes with Sure Park, which uses an electric motor for reversing or crawling forward at a very low speed to help manoeuvre into tight parking spaces.<\/p>\n

Miss <\/strong>\u2013 Although the engine is torquey, it has a low rev limit of 4,500 rpm and you hit the rev limiter often when making a quick pass. It also requires premium fuel.<\/p>\n

Hit <\/strong>\u2013 Traction control and linked ABS are standard. Pricing starts at $27,099.<\/p>\n

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The 2018 Yamaha Star Venture TC has all the bells and whistles of a modern luxury tourer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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