Yamaha Road Star Warrior 1700 FULL OWNER REVIEW Part 2. The most honest & complete review on YouTube

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3 жыл бұрын

Pegasus Motorcycle Tours & Consulting brings you the second part of a comprehensive review of the Yamaha Road Star Warrior 1700, one of the best muscle cruisers on the market today, under $5 grand. This one has the FSD Frankie Serrano exhaust pipes and the Blaster-X integrated LED tai llight. Please be sure to first view Part 1 of this series since this video is a direct continuation of the first part of the review.
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@SammCarney 27 күн бұрын

picking up myself a 02’ Yamaha Warrior with 18k miles for $3900 tonight! very excited

@pegasusmotorcycletours 27 күн бұрын

I would be too. Safe riding!

@samklepzig1441 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 08 midnight, fresh out the box in 2016. Amazing bike, breaking is a learning curve. I've done a lot of upgrades and love hitting curves. My only tip is to replace tires sooner than you think. This one loves to eat!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that and I am glad to hear it - I hope you had a chance to see the first part of this review, it is more complete and includes mentions of competitors. Right now I am riding a custom chopper, 113 cabin inch SS motor with a 6 speed Baker transmission, all custom on an American Eagle chassis, an absolute monster and joy to ride, but would always be glad to own a Warrior. I am also looking for the Raider but I appreciate your comment and you being an active member of this channel's community - please consider subscribing to be informed when the following reviews of more bikes in the thiscategory come out throughout the following months. Cheers - Nik

@MrCamarokid83 3 жыл бұрын

I'm picking one up for $2900 with 12000 miles next week.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

That's one heck of a deal for one hell of a motorcycle. Congratulations and safe riding (please do check out my part 1 of this review since it is more complete) Cheers and thanks for sharing and for being here.

@MikhailGor97 4 ай бұрын

The feeling when I bought this particular bike from your review about a month ago, a crazy bike, it was not in such perfect condition as in the video, but I started working on bringing it to perfection.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 ай бұрын

So great to hear my review had an influence and that you are happy. Cheers. Nik

@OzarkHillsRider 3 жыл бұрын

I really liked your review on this bike. I just bought a 2005, one owner bike last Saturday.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear it (I hope you have seen part one of this review, it is more in depth) and CONGRATS on the purchase - you will love it - it's hard not to. I miss it often but presently have a custom 113 cubic inch (1900cc) twin in the garage thats been keeping me happy. Stay safe - never underestimate this bike or allow yourself to get complacent. Cheers - Nik

@SAXONWARLORD1000AD 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE MY 05 FIVE - HAD IT 14 YEARS NOW

@Justin-qc1hu 2 жыл бұрын

I often find myself in the comment section for different views/opinions. I have to say, you have my full respect for replying to everyone individually and for putting effort into your replies. I came for education purposes and throughly enjoyed the video. Subbed 👍

@pegasusmotorcycletours 2 жыл бұрын

Really glad to have you. Thanks for taking the time to encourage. I hope you saw the first part of this review, since this one builds on that first warrior of mine. Its more thorough. Ps. I just today picked up a Guzzi California 1400 Custom which is a competitor in the power cruising class, and have another fully custom 113cubic inch v twin momster in the garage, so please stay tuned for this reviews. Be well in the meantime, you'll love the warrior. Cheers. Nik

@Justin-qc1hu 2 жыл бұрын

@@pegasusmotorcycletours one of my favourite bikes! Looking forward to the future videos, will be catching up for sure

@Grandmasterjord 3 жыл бұрын

Much better this time around! Amazing review.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you - glad you found it valuable! Cheers

@frankdunne8255 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review Nick. Picking one up on Sunday.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear it - I hope you had a chance to view part one of this review. What are your impressions thus far of the new bike - CONGRATS!

@paradiseofgod 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, man! Great content and information! And I love the Warrior! Looking to get one soon. Thank you for the great information!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have you and glad to see you found the video useful. By all means do get it cause you will not be disappointed. While you are at it take a look at the Raider by Yamaha as well - one step up I engine size. Happy searching. Nik

@mikebrown5648 3 жыл бұрын

You will love the bike if you able to get one I bought one of those in 07 the amazing bikes best of luck be safe I've had people try to buy mine they are rare bikes but I sold the HD to get it wouldn't trade this bike for to HD

@mickyj52J 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that you took the time to review your opinion on the brakes! I still think that the brakes are pretty good for a (power)-cruiser bike of 2002: I have ridden a couple of new Harley last year and even the new Sport-Glide was not even close to the Warrior from braking, power, weight and handling point of view. Now yes the R1 is lighter than the Warrior, but the original bike's purpose is boulevard drag & cruising: it has less power and even a lower power/weight ratio than the R1. Also the 1,7L engine helps braking when you do not drive to sporty in the cruves

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your input - I truly appreciate it. Great point on the engine braking - that's actually often overlooked and I managed to forget to mention it as well. I too have an electraglide and the braking does not compare. Thanks for your input!

@mikebrown5648 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100% cuz I have one of them I've never changed the brake fluid since the day I bought it in 07 until 2020 my break started getting a little weak dog figured it was about time to do something once I've done that that thing would throw you over the handlebars be safe riding

@ramadanslim3500 2 жыл бұрын

Great bike, brakes work fine if you know how to use em. Using both front and back brakes works best as with most motorcycles. With the warrior the back breaks are stronger than I expected they would be. Takes a little getting used to, but no problem coming to a quick stop.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you saw part 1 of this review where I delve into the brakes in more detail. I think with the warrior the rear tents to lock up frequently because of the fat rear tire with more traction. Thanks for watching and participating in the conversation. More muscle cruisers reviews are on the way.

@J2I3H Ай бұрын

More traction causes it to lock up? Its the other way around. Steel braided lines, and sintered pads will help improve the braking. Also, grooves in the rotors affect the braking power in a bad way..

@princevalantinojkd 3 жыл бұрын

Cool review man, I've got a rocket 3,but seriously looking at this lighter yet very cool looking beast bike

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear you found the review helpful but this is part 2 in response to some of comments received after my more in-depth review of my first warrior in part one I also talked about some worthy contenders in this class so please take a look since you are interested in this motorcycle, I believe you'll find valuable information there. Thanks for being here and for participated in the conversation.

@user-vn9ih2tn4c 5 ай бұрын

Seeing your last video, I did think you were a bit too strong bashing the brakes, you got dual discs in the front; Obviously, being what it is it won't have the braking that a CBR-1000rr does, but for a 650lb muscle cruiser they're fine. As far as if it's a beginner bike, that would depend on what one means by beginner. If someone came to me with absolutely zero experience I would try to get them to get something a bit lighter more than anything. The warrior is great in the sense that it has more then enough power and handling to have fun but not so much power that you're scared of it and cannot have a relaxing ride. For what this bike is, it handles incredibly and is really well balanced. This was my first street bike after having rode dirt bikes and a Drz-400 for a while and the hard part of the transition was getting used to the weight of the machine, not its power per se. These are great bikes, one of the best values in the market right now, beautiful, fun machines with a bulletproof Yamaha engine. Just my 2 cents, nevertheless great video I'm happy I found your channel!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for chiming in. I have reviewed the drz on this channel and it's another fantastic bike. I'm used to the weight of bigger bikes. The drz was my lightest motorcycle put of the 70 plus I've owned. Cheers.

@billdemoss1049 3 жыл бұрын

Great video brother, I agree its a great bike, weak breaks. Still love it, take it easy in the turns and enjoy 😉 love my 05 roadstar!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear you found the review a curate - and great to have you here. This video was part two - as a response to the naysayers who disagreed about the brakes. Please do check out part one since it has a few honorable mentions in the competitor line. I've since upgraded to a large twin - 113cubin inch, 1900cc S&S custom bagger with a 6 speed Baker tyranny - an absolute beast, so please consider subscribing to be informed when that review comes out - I just posted a quick drone orbit of the bike on my Instagram. Glad to have you here Bill - Safe travels!

@okinawanah3463 Жыл бұрын

need to talk about everyday riding and commuting, lane splitting, parking it and doing shopping errands

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

I have a goldwing for commuting purposes and don't like riding with a back pack, so considering this bike has no air protection or luggage, it wouldn't be my first choice for what you mentioned. The fat tire combined with the torque makes for more expensive and frequent changes as well.

@ericromeiro6688 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2003 warrior We Love it❤ Nice 1😊

@pegasusmotorcycletours 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and participating in the conversation. These were two of my favorite motorcycles in this class. You rarely see him on the road.

@Juankinfinite 4 ай бұрын

I'm planing to buy one pretty soon any tips for this bike, will be my first bike and i really love the way that it sounds and looks

@pegasusmotorcycletours 4 ай бұрын

Just give it the respect that it deserves. It's alot of bike to learn on but on the flip side, you won't get bored of it anytime soon.

@mr.solitude3352 3 жыл бұрын

Great review; nicely done. The linked brakes on the VTX1800 are a strong reason why I steered towards that power cruiser. They perform admirably well for a bike that weighs 700 plus pounds. And when you live in the southwest, I'll take a liquid cooled VTX1800 over an air cooled Warrior during the summer months, when the temps are triple digits every day.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

All good points - I love Honda's linked brakes - it should be standard equipment now a days. And great point re: hot climates and large air cooled V-twins. Thanks for chiming in. PS- this video is part two - I hope you had the chance to see part one which lists other competitors, including Harley's liquid cooled Nightrod.

@mr.solitude3352 3 жыл бұрын

@@pegasusmotorcycletours I haven't seen Part 1 but will do so. Thanks for doing what you do.

@mr.solitude3352 3 жыл бұрын

@@pegasusmotorcycletours P.S. Only the VTX 1800 has linked brakes. The VTX 1300 does not. And the VTX 1800 has dual front rotors. The VTX 1300 only has one.

@jimanders9971 3 жыл бұрын

The Triumph Rocket 3 is a three cylinder not a six cylinder as you stated in the video. Also the Rocket has great brakes, great suspension, and the motor will blow you away embarrassing the Roadstar. 168 lbs of torque is a real torque monster.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for catching that mistake - I misspoke having today purchased another Honda Gold Wing - so the 6 was in my head. And wow - that is a torque monster. Holy smokes. The $ difference is the one that makes these two bikes definitely not in the same class.

@ruggedtechie5867 Жыл бұрын

Best vehicle channel I. The internet by far

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

We'll damn, that's high praise. Thank you for the support. Welcome to the channel. Nik

@marksmith2726 Жыл бұрын

They just look tuff !!! Surprises me that Yamaha didn't continue this model.

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

They sell the raider which is 1900cc

@egm092478 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it - be sure to see the first part of this review - it is more detailed. Cheers - Nik

@jamestkirk8687 3 жыл бұрын

Fair review Want more confidence with the brakes fit an R1 front end as the front stock suspension gets over powered under heavy braking and locks the wheel up and stick some Michelin commanders tires on it and you will be much happier in the corners .

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for that great tip - since the brakes are from the r1, I imagine the fork swap is not too complicated. Much appreciated. Ride safe and thanks for participating in the conversation.

@mikebrown5648 2 жыл бұрын

👍 sweet ride beautiful bike and you're right they are hard to find and come by and you're right on the cruising speed 90 miles an hour plus that's where it likes to cruise at I can agree with you because I have one brought brand new right out of the crate in 07 watched them put it together and I still have it right today and some people don't even know what it is

@pegasusmotorcycletours 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for chiming in. Glad you found the review accurate. I hope you saw the first part of this review with my first warrior. Cheers. More muscle cruiser reviews are in the making.

@mikebrown5648 2 жыл бұрын

@@pegasusmotorcycletours I sure did it was a good one

@KLRmurdercycle 3 жыл бұрын

Rad bike. What's your thoughts on the vmax? I might be in the market for an indian ftr or vmax or scout or z800-z900

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - much appreciated. I shy away form Carbureted bikes honestly - I just don't enjoy tinkering with them. I did review the Scout so please take a look at that video - Awesome motorcycle, would definitely like to own it again. I hope that review of the scout is informative.

@mikechristiansen946 3 жыл бұрын

Disagree with u on a couple things first of all the stock brakes have more than enough stopping power. At least with my 09 midnight that came stock with steel braided lines. I stand by that. Also it likes to cruise at 70 not 90. At 90 I'm over 3 grand rpms with stock pulley

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment - I appreciate it very much. Alot of other folks agreed with your critique as well and for that reason I purchased another Warrior and found that the same impression remained (when compared to other bikes in this power cruiser class such as the Nightrod, Rocker, etc) Have you seen my first Warrior Review since this is a response and a sort of a part 2. Thanks for being here. Stay tuned and consider subscribing for the upcoming reviews of more bikes from this class. I made an end of year video a few weeks ago listing some of the coming reviews for this year. Cheers - Nik.

@markbeck3489 3 жыл бұрын

Actually stock 80 mph is 3000 rpms

@MiguelJimenez-vp6et 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you get that exhaust? I've been tryna find some like that for mine but no luck

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

It is FSD - Frankie Serrano pipes -their website doesn't seem to list them any more, but do a quick google search locally. Great looking and sounding pipes, just a tad too wide so they contact the inner leg. www.fsdexhausts.com/products/other-image

@dutchyjhome 6 ай бұрын

And yet the bike your heart is aching for does exist based upon exactly the same 1700 Cc V-twin: The Yamaha MT-01, you know, the bike you Americans could not have since Yamaha USA decided not to import this bike for you guys... So the MT-01; what kind of bike is that, well At Yamaha in Japan they stripped a 2005 Yamaha R1: all fairings came off and they took out the 4 cylinder R1 engine and they placed a Road Warrior 1700 Cc engine into the R1 Frame....made it all fit very well and so The Yamaha Frankenstein MT-01 was born. Since the bike is based up on a Yamaha R1 Frame with the Yamaha R1 front fork/brakes and the Yamaha R1 rear fork/brakes, this bike rides like a dream, also when the corners are hit, after all this is a Yamaha 1700 Cc V-tiwn R1. So basically the MT-01 (Master of Torque number 1) is no, I repeat, no cruiser, but a naked bike based up on a Naked Yamaha R1 frame/ undercarriage. Go see de video named: This Bike Was NEVER RELEASED In The US | Yamaha MT01 Review

@pegasusmotorcycletours 6 ай бұрын

I remember that bike well - very sexy. When it came out I lived in Europe and it was such a great looker. Unique like a buell with the exposed v twin but sporty and muscular. The flat side piece on the tank as well as the piper were memorable, the wheels surprisingly plain. Would love to put.my leg around one. Thanks for sharing, I was not privy to the technical details.

@mikebrown5648 3 жыл бұрын

I have one I've had it for since 07 I've had no problem with my brakes maybe the brake fluid everything needs to be changed on it because mine started getting weak I want that did all that I like brand new they want to throw you over the handlebars or kick the front tire out

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Hi - thanks for being here and for sharing. The first thing I do typically is change all the main fluids, brake fluid included since it's and easy 15 min job. But I could never get my two Warriors to brake well enough for my taste. I definitely think it's the weakest link to the bike but no doubt better pads have the greatest effect. Thanks for being here - ride safe and enjoy that monster! Nik

@flyingjudgement Жыл бұрын

is any one have a link for the used bikes guide?

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

Hello. Thanks for the interest. The video proved to be extremely long, there are too many points to consider. I'll have to redo and break down into parts. In the meantime, I offer personalized purchase assistance. I search for, evaluate the condition of, and make sure paperwork is in order for the bike you are looking for. I am also happy to negotiate for you or guide you in how you can negotiate for the best deal. If this is something you are interested in please let me know and we'll take it from there. More info and my phone and email are on my website.

@flyingjudgement Жыл бұрын

@@pegasusmotorcycletours Thanks for the reply, I consider your offer. For now just looking at bikes and in the process of making my licence. I mainly try to learn every aspect I can, Learning what to look out for is supper important as I slowly getting ready to buy my first bike, something cheap, I can safely fall with and learn to ride on.

@jafo4u508 3 жыл бұрын

New Sub, love bikes but you lost your calling! You should try reading books for audio books! Trust me, you won't forget me if you try, thank me later. The video was kept in low tones and the sound is pretty well done, relaxed and calming, you remind me of my favorite speaking auditor, Morgan Freeman, that is by far the first time I've given anyone that kind of respect, my wife totally agrees! My blood pressure is probably much lower now. Audition for Audiobooks, or a similar reading site.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Wow - I am humbled - thank you so much and I absolutely, 100 percent understand you in this regard - to me Audiobook narrators can mean the difference between finishing the first chapter, or sitting through the entire War & Peace novel. I really appreciate your comment and support - if you liked this video, be sure to check out part one of this review (this is part two as a response to part 1) - Still one of my favorite motorcycle although I have a 1900Custom twin in the garage now that keeps me smiling. Be well and I look forward to hearing from you in the future (PS, if you need another auditory relaxation that goes with gorgeous scenery, the only other video I have narrated in post editing is the Epic Rides of the highest dirt road in Europe - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aa57m69oqLfPfI0.html Cheers - Nik

@lonestarlonewolf 8 ай бұрын

8:25 pretty distracting lol didn’t help the fact that you zoomed in and slowed it down 😂😂

@pegasusmotorcycletours 8 ай бұрын

I know what you mean. She could contain her emotions :)

@frankmorris2603 3 жыл бұрын

Love the bike but the rear mudguard needs chopping. Maybe a bobber re styling would work.

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

I agree - it would make it look really beefy and aggressive. I don't know if you've noticed but the tail light is aftermarket and does a lot to eliminate parts of the fender.

@LatvianPagan999 4 ай бұрын

How is with overheating with this bike?

@pegasusmotorcycletours 4 ай бұрын

I personally have had no isues of that sort, but then again we have lane splitting in CA sp never a need to be in traffic.

@johnnyblaze2257 3 жыл бұрын

@2:26 I agree, three different times I couldn’t stop at a intersection for a red light because of racing and speed, i was doing the 70/30 braking and down shifting when I can, but the brakes eventually felt like metal on metal and would lock up, after the third time street racing and running red lights at a intersection and being lucky AF for the third time, I figured I had better stop doing that retarded shit because I won’t be lucky the next time and get killed!!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

It's always smart to listen to the intuition telling you to calm the hell down - I upgraded to a completely custom 113 cubin inch twin - one of a kind so please stay tuned. Thanks for participating in the conversation.

@ronschannel4940 3 жыл бұрын

Best to change brake lines and sintered. Big difference

@johnnyblaze2257 3 жыл бұрын

@@ronschannel4940 Thank you so much, I will look into that.

@willieboy8798 Жыл бұрын

beautiful picture of your lady!!! class and styistic....

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Lucky guy to be sure.

@axelf.3188 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that's cheap compared to prices here in France! I'm looking for one and you have to pay 8k in France for a clean one with 40k kilometers actually! For 5k you must buy one!

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, San Diego is a mecca for bikers -it's a huge market and one can buy great motorcycles for a low price comparatively speaking. Both my warriors were under 5k, so yes, it is possible to find it for that, although it's a bike that can also fetch 7k easily - they truly are amazing. I have recently purchased a completely custom American Eagle with an S&S 113 cubic inch (1900cc) twin so I moved on from the Warrior, but please stay tuned for that review of a truly unique motorcycle. Best of luck with your search and thanks for being here!

@andrekellner8895 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a Warrior in Netherlands from 2003 with 24k km for 8250 Euros. It is really good looking with beautiful V&H bended exhaust (and sound). Love it and worth every Euro so far :)

@donclouser8498 Жыл бұрын

I agree the rear brakes are weak at best, front brakes pass. Just my opinion!

@pegasusmotorcycletours Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input.

@user-qg2pb1mj7n 3 жыл бұрын

Like it more in form of mt-01

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Very true - I remember that amazing motorcycle from when I lived in Europe. Such a shame they never imported ststeside. I always thought it looked futuristic in a tasteful, muscular way. Thanks for your Comment and for being here. Please tune in to see the preview of a new review today. Cheers - Nik

@wallygator7568 3 жыл бұрын

and adjust your clutch

@pegasusmotorcycletours 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. And that is for watching.

@lawrencedavidson296 Ай бұрын

None of those Harley Davidson are under 5k man

@pegasusmotorcycletours Ай бұрын

Ive owned all of them and paid under 5. Depends on the market.

@vstar7196 4 ай бұрын

What makes you think your opinion matters enough to post a video?

@pegasusmotorcycletours 4 ай бұрын

My arrogance.

@wallygator7568 3 жыл бұрын

junk that exhaust and get a V&H Pro-pipe

@pegasusmotorcycletours 3 жыл бұрын

Tha ks for the great tip. Please do check out my part one of this review with my forst warrior and another aftermarlet pipe. I appreciate your participation in the conversation. Cheers. Nik