1983-1985 Yamaha XVZ12 Venture Royale 1200

The Yamaha XVZ12 Venture Royale 1200 is a touring motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Company from 1983 to 1985. It was the flagship model of Yamaha's cruiser line and was designed to compete with the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide. The Venture Royale was powered by a 1,198 cc (73.1 cu in) air-cooled V-twin engine and featured a shaft drive, a full fairing, and a saddlebag system. The Venture Royale was a popular motorcycle and was praised for its comfort, performance, and reliability.

The Venture Royale was a large and heavy motorcycle, with a curb weight of 705 pounds (320 kg). The frame was made of steel and the bodywork was made of fiberglass. The suspension consisted of a telescopic fork in the front and a swingarm with dual shock absorbers in the rear. The brakes were hydraulic discs with a single disc in the front and a dual disc in the rear.

The Venture Royale's engine was a 1,198 cc (73.1 cu in) air-cooled V-twin. The engine had a bore and stroke of 92.0 mm × 75.0 mm (3.62 in × 2.95 in) and a compression ratio of 8.5:1. The engine was fed by a single Mikuni carburetor and produced 75 horsepower (56 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 82 pound-feet (111 N⋅m) of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine was paired with a five-speed transmission and a shaft drive.

The Venture Royale's performance was impressive for its time. The motorcycle could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) in 5.5 seconds and had a top speed of 110 mph (177 km/h). The handling was also good, with the motorcycle being stable and predictable in corners. The brakes were powerful and provided good stopping power.

The Venture Royale was a well-equipped motorcycle and came with a variety of features. The fairing provided good protection from the wind and weather, and the saddlebags offered ample storage space. The motorcycle also had a number of comfort features, such as a plush seat, adjustable handlebars, and a cruise control system.

The Venture Royale was a popular motorcycle and was praised for its comfort, performance, and reliability. It was a good choice for riders who wanted a large and powerful touring motorcycle.

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