Cobra exhaust, air intake and fuel controller (or Ivan's Flash) will really wake the bike up (8-10hp) and gets rid of the lean choppy throttle. When needed go with a 240 rear tire, the bike turns better and the wider tire is also taller correcting the speedometer. Rotella t6 5-40 seems to help smooth out shifts and the 1st gear down shift clunk. Don't know if I would recommend it to a first time rider due to the weight and the long rake angle making turns more difficult.
Great advice, however I would say that the the rake actually doesn't hinder turning at all from what I've heard many other people say. But i'm sure experience, height, weight, all of that comes into play.
I have the Cobra exhaust. Just ordered the air intake and fuel manager. Cant wait to get them on. Thanks for the tip on the 240 rear tire. The speedo being off drives me crazy. Does the 240 install without any modifications?
@@allenb7874 You might need to add a washer to the belt guard, I did not need to, some have gone to a 250 rear tire and just removed the belt guard. Removal of the rear wheel is easy, install is a pain due to the spacer and the brake caliper bracket. It's much easier with two people.
I have had 1# a little while now I love it ♥️ I found it on the Internet it had a little over 16,000 Miles The dealer is Hattiesburg cycle Ms. 🍀 they suck big time 💋💋 paid a little over $8,000 it was advertised on the Internet for a little over $6,000 💋💋 it came with a Mustang Seat 🕷 handle bar lifters 🕷 running boards 🕷 custom grips 🕷 cobra exhaust and intake 🕷 bullet cow 🕷 Sissy bar and rack 🕷 And bags 🕷 it needs a Tuner 🕷 it had new tires 🕷 I feel like I paid too much but I am enjoying it greatly ♥️ It smokes all the HDs around here I am always nice and wave goodbye 🍔 Love from DeKalb Mississippi USA 🇺🇸
Just bought a 2017. Was spooked to ride. It's my first bike. Don't be anxious. It's fine. It is heavier than the bike I used for the msf course but once you take off it's fine. You have complete control over the power.
The advantage is this. Suppose you start out on a 300 or 500 cc bike . 6 months later you'll want more power . So now you have bought 2 bikes in about one year or two at the most. By buying a larger cc bike you will grow into it . Respect the power and don't let a bigger bike scare you.
If your a new rider, you DO NOT buy a big cruiser as your first bike! You start small, say something around 350cc. You will make mistakes. Smaller bikes are more forgiving. Easier handling. I've been riding for over 50 years. I've seen newbies get talked into buying a big cruiser as a first bike, they get over confident, go to fast and end up in a ditch!! They lay in a hospital bed thinking 'That sucked', and never buy another bike. If your smart, you start with a SMALL bike, take a motorcycle safety course, and move up in size as your experience and knowledge grows. Be smart and ride safe.
@suzintru1 well I respect your reply and I should have added an IF ..a new rider of course should learn on a 250 , just like I did . Now if the newbee is 5 foot 3 and weighs 120 lbs , then for sure they need to move up a lot slower But , If someone is 6 foot 2 and weighs 220 pounds, I think that an 800 or 900 cc bike would be fine. I'm not saying buy a Busa or H2 .
I have bought Stryker few months ago, after watching this video. This is my first bike and I'm a new rider. I already did 4k miles on it I had loved it very very much. I'm 178sm and 92kq and bike very comfortable for me. Thank you for your review and advises. Greetings from Baku, Azerbaijan.
I bought a `94 HD Road King in beautiful condition for $4700 a couple of years ago. I spent another $2000 fixing a ton of little things. Sold it for $8k and bought a new KLR 650. Missed the comfort of the Harley, so looking for a cheaper metric cruiser for under $5k. Found a 2013 Stryker with 2600 miles on FB for $4700. You're video is very helpful. Cool bike, but might need a bit more storage room and comfort. I'm 6'2" and 290lbs. Lot's of great choices out there for older metric cruisers for under $5k.
Bought one 3 weeks ago (2012 Stryker with Cobra Swepts and highway bars). Only had 7500 miles and paid $4,650. This is my first bike ever and got my motorcycle license last fall. I'm 6'6" and 240lbs.
You must have ridden a bike in the past though ? I would NEVER recommend this as a first bike. My brother rode my dirt bikes as kids and a few years ago his husband bought him a Vulcan 900 and it was WAY too big for him, he rode it 45 mph tops, then sold it. He would've been better off startin g on a Yamaha Virago 250, THEN the Stryker. I've owned over 10 bikes, just stated riding again after 25 years on a Honda Shadow 750cc that felt like a 1,000,000cc'S and two weeks later was ready for the Stryker, but not out of the box for me. If you did, and I know others have, then you're in the minority of naturally gifted new riders.
Great video! Thank you! I hope to be getting a Stryker this week. Has the batwing faring as well, looks great. Only 1500 miles and its a 2012, crazy. As far as replacing parts goes, from what research i've done, the V star and Stryker share many of the same parts. It would not be too difficult to find parts for this bike.
My GAWD that bike is gorgeous. I am a re-entry rider after about 25 years of not even being on a bicycle. I used to own about half a dozen bikes in the 90's, but since then nothing, so I know how to ride. I was looking at the Stryker and the salesman said I could handle it, but I was skeptical. I ended up getting a Honda Shadow Spirit 750 which is AWESOME and I love it, and I can see getting either a Stryker or a Vulcan 1600 next.
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis So, two weeks ago I traded in the 2001 Shadow 750 for a 2011 Star Stryker and I couldn't be happier. I LOVE this bike more each day because each day it gets easier and easier to ride because the bike and I are gelling into one machine.
One of the best reviews I’ve seen. Very honest and genuine. I’m torn between a 2013 Stryker less than 10k miles for $6k. Or a 99 Suzuki intruder 1400 12k miles very clean for $3k. I’d like to hear from anyone with an experienced opinion.
I'm sure you've already made your decision, however I think we all know the answe is the 2013 Stryker due to being much newer at only $6,000. Either way, I hope you enjoy your new ride!
Thank you for responding. I was impatient and grabbed the 99 intruder w/ 11,000 miles. The price and I thought it more manageable after being so long since I rode. I like it, looks good and is fun to ride buutttttt I’ve revived my cycles skills and I feel I’ve already outgrown it. Now I’m looking at a Yamaha raider. Getting a second bike so soon will probably have me sleeping on the couch for a while. Lol. Learn from my mistakes folks and buy a little bigger and grow into it.
there is one thing i noticed after a few months of searching, rarely a stocked stryker is selling because its so popular that they customize it then sells it. I couldn't find used stock bikes in my local.
Just to play Devil's Advocate, THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER BIKE .It's 1340cc's , almost the biggest bikes out there. Where do you from here besides growing into it ? Sorry to double dip, my friend, but 8 days ago I traded in my 2001 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 for a 2011 Yamaha Stryker. Like I said, I'm new and rode the Honda for a TERRIFYING, nearly impossible, shaking with fear every time I walked out the front door, but forced myself to ride everyday even if for 5 minutes, but it always turned into 30 minutes. I was riding the Honda 750 on the back roads in Petaluma, CA and a gust of wind scared me. I reluctantly rode the backroads 30 miles to the dealership with the 2011 Yamaha Stryker. I asked if they still had it, YES they did. I told the salesman, "You only live once. Let's run the numbers and if I'm not approved, then it wasn't meant to be. Low and behold 15 mins later he comes out of the office, "You're approved." No test rides, since it's used. I tested the friction zone, that's it. I rode home, got the pink slip for the Honda, and rode away on the Stryker. After about FIVE minutes I quoted Dr. Chinnard from HELLRAISER II , "To think, I hesitated." This is the BEST bike I've ever owned and the beauty of a dealership are trade ins. Yes, you WILL lose money, but you'll GAIN happiness. Money is EASY to come by...All that being said, I bought a 2011 a week ago with 15k miles on it from a dealership for $4,999 plus tax, etc...
There are sufficient spare parts for the Stryker to last until 2027, plus plenty of aftermarket parts. You can change the colour using a vinyl wrap, think going dark with white cobra stripes or metallic purple or even metallic gold, easy to do by yourself.
I have a 2013 striker . Been riding for more than 30 years . I don’t think I will have been able to handle a beast like that when I first beginning . That’s a very heavy bike . Oh, he will actually get you into trouble . By the way, do you really need to drink that much that you have to put that cup holder right in front of the motorcycle? You’re killing me
This is not a first bike. Id recommend a yanaha 250 as a beginner bike to get your chops. Then the Stryker is a BADASS bike. Its got gobs of power and i don't ever see outgrowing it. It's a perfect 1st and Last bike.
Cobra exhaust, air intake and fuel controller (or Ivan's Flash) will really wake the bike up (8-10hp) and gets rid of the lean choppy throttle. When needed go with a 240 rear tire, the bike turns better and the wider tire is also taller correcting the speedometer. Rotella t6 5-40 seems to help smooth out shifts and the 1st gear down shift clunk. Don't know if I would recommend it to a first time rider due to the weight and the long rake angle making turns more difficult.
Great advice, however I would say that the the rake actually doesn't hinder turning at all from what I've heard many other people say. But i'm sure experience, height, weight, all of that comes into play.
I have the Cobra exhaust. Just ordered the air intake and fuel manager. Cant wait to get them on. Thanks for the tip on the 240 rear tire. The speedo being off drives me crazy. Does the 240 install without any modifications?
@@allenb7874 You might need to add a washer to the belt guard, I did not need to, some have gone to a 250 rear tire and just removed the belt guard. Removal of the rear wheel is easy, install is a pain due to the spacer and the brake caliper bracket. It's much easier with two people.
I have had 1# a little while now I love it ♥️
I found it on the Internet it had a little over 16,000 Miles The dealer is Hattiesburg cycle Ms. 🍀 they suck big time 💋💋 paid a little over $8,000 it was advertised on the Internet for a little over $6,000 💋💋 it came with a Mustang Seat 🕷 handle bar lifters 🕷 running boards 🕷 custom grips 🕷 cobra exhaust and intake 🕷 bullet cow 🕷 Sissy bar and rack 🕷
And bags 🕷 it needs a Tuner 🕷 it had new tires 🕷 I feel like I paid too much but I am enjoying it greatly ♥️ It smokes all the HDs around here I am always nice and wave goodbye 🍔 Love from DeKalb Mississippi USA 🇺🇸
This is the best Stryker review I've seen on TH-cam. I'm thinking of getting one as my first bike, but I'm still a little scared of the weight.
Just bought a 2017. Was spooked to ride. It's my first bike. Don't be anxious. It's fine. It is heavier than the bike I used for the msf course but once you take off it's fine. You have complete control over the power.
The advantage is this. Suppose you start out on a 300 or 500 cc bike . 6 months later you'll want more power . So now you have bought 2 bikes in about one year or two at the most. By buying a larger cc bike you will grow into it . Respect the power and don't let a bigger bike scare you.
If your a new rider, you DO NOT buy a big cruiser as your first bike! You start small, say something around 350cc. You will make mistakes. Smaller bikes are more forgiving. Easier handling. I've been riding for over 50 years. I've seen newbies get talked into buying a big cruiser as a first bike, they get over confident, go to fast and end up in a ditch!! They lay in a hospital bed thinking 'That sucked', and never buy another bike. If your smart, you start with a SMALL bike, take a motorcycle safety course, and move up in size as your experience and knowledge grows. Be smart and ride safe.
@suzintru1 well I respect your reply and I should have added an IF ..a new rider of course should learn on a 250 , just like I did . Now if the newbee is 5 foot 3 and weighs 120 lbs , then for sure they need to move up a lot slower
But , If someone is 6 foot 2 and weighs 220 pounds, I think that an 800 or 900 cc bike would be fine. I'm not saying buy a Busa or H2 .
I have bought Stryker few months ago, after watching this video. This is my first bike and I'm a new rider. I already did 4k miles on it I had loved it very very much. I'm 178sm and 92kq and bike very comfortable for me. Thank you for your review and advises. Greetings from Baku, Azerbaijan.
Nice enjoy the ride my friend
Just bought one, I'm also 6'4 275lb....love the bike great review!
Bought a 2012 Yamaha stryker, stock, besides drilled baffles.
I bought a `94 HD Road King in beautiful condition for $4700 a couple of years ago. I spent another $2000 fixing a ton of little things. Sold it for $8k and bought a new KLR 650. Missed the comfort of the Harley, so looking for a cheaper metric cruiser for under $5k. Found a 2013 Stryker with 2600 miles on FB for $4700. You're video is very helpful. Cool bike, but might need a bit more storage room and comfort. I'm 6'2" and 290lbs. Lot's of great choices out there for older metric cruisers for under $5k.
You can get way more 0-60 speed if you got closer to your rev limiter.
i am a first time rider and the styrker is what i need and want
Best bike for the money, looks & performance,no doubt . Nice solo touring bike also.
Absolutely agree!
Bought one 3 weeks ago (2012 Stryker with Cobra Swepts and highway bars). Only had 7500 miles and paid $4,650.
This is my first bike ever and got my motorcycle license last fall. I'm 6'6" and 240lbs.
Nice and congratulations! I love mine! It’s a great bike and great price. Where do you ride?
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis I'm in Canada above Washington state. A couple hours north of Oriville.
@@TheCrazygiant have fun riding and getting out on the open road with your new bike!
You must have ridden a bike in the past though ? I would NEVER recommend this as a first bike. My brother rode my dirt bikes as kids and a few years ago his husband bought him a Vulcan 900 and it was WAY too big for him, he rode it 45 mph tops, then sold it. He would've been better off startin g on a Yamaha Virago 250, THEN the Stryker. I've owned over 10 bikes, just stated riding again after 25 years on a Honda Shadow 750cc that felt like a 1,000,000cc'S and two weeks later was ready for the Stryker, but not out of the box for me. If you did, and I know others have, then you're in the minority of naturally gifted new riders.
Thanks you for your time talking about something I'm looking into riding
Thanks for watching
Great video! Thank you! I hope to be getting a Stryker this week. Has the batwing faring as well, looks great. Only 1500 miles and its a 2012, crazy.
As far as replacing parts goes, from what research i've done, the V star and Stryker share many of the same parts. It would not be too difficult to find parts for this bike.
Nice find, your gonna love it!
Nice bike but not a "beginner bike."
I know I wouldn't suggest to my grandchildren to start out on one this large.
Carry On....
Enjoy the ride...
I bought my Stryker new in 2016, and I've put around 20,000 miles on it. I really love it and not once have I thought about getting rid of it
I’ve been riding my bagger cause the wife and dog come along but your right I love my Stryker and don’t think I’ll ever get rid of it!
My GAWD that bike is gorgeous. I am a re-entry rider after about 25 years of not even being on a bicycle. I used to own about half a dozen bikes in the 90's, but since then nothing, so I know how to ride. I was looking at the Stryker and the salesman said I could handle it, but I was skeptical. I ended up getting a Honda Shadow Spirit 750 which is AWESOME and I love it, and I can see getting either a Stryker or a Vulcan 1600 next.
Welcome back to riding my friend
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis Glad to be back. I forgot how liberating it feels.
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis So, two weeks ago I traded in the 2001 Shadow 750 for a 2011 Star Stryker and I couldn't be happier. I LOVE this bike more each day because each day it gets easier and easier to ride because the bike and I are gelling into one machine.
One of the best reviews I’ve seen. Very honest and genuine.
I’m torn between a 2013 Stryker less than 10k miles for $6k. Or a 99 Suzuki intruder 1400 12k miles very clean for $3k. I’d like to hear from anyone with an experienced opinion.
I personally like the Stryker. Less miles and much newer. But if your budget is 3k not a bad price to get on two wheels. Good luck!
I'm sure you've already made your decision, however I think we all know the answe is the 2013 Stryker due to being much newer at only $6,000. Either way, I hope you enjoy your new ride!
Thank you for responding. I was impatient and grabbed the 99 intruder w/ 11,000 miles. The price and I thought it more manageable after being so long since I rode. I like it, looks good and is fun to ride buutttttt I’ve revived my cycles skills and I feel I’ve already outgrown it. Now I’m looking at a Yamaha raider. Getting a second bike so soon will probably have me sleeping on the couch for a while. Lol. Learn from my mistakes folks and buy a little bigger and grow into it.
♥️ Love from Mississippi USA 🇺🇸
there is one thing i noticed after a few months of searching, rarely a stocked stryker is selling because its so popular that they customize it then sells it. I couldn't find used stock bikes in my local.
Yeah they have been getting popular, still have mine just turned over 10k miles and I love it!
Just to play Devil's Advocate, THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER BIKE .It's 1340cc's , almost the biggest bikes out there. Where do you from here besides growing into it ? Sorry to double dip, my friend, but 8 days ago I traded in my 2001 Honda Shadow Spirit 750 for a 2011 Yamaha Stryker. Like I said, I'm new and rode the Honda for a TERRIFYING, nearly impossible, shaking with fear every time I walked out the front door, but forced myself to ride everyday even if for 5 minutes, but it always turned into 30 minutes.
I was riding the Honda 750 on the back roads in Petaluma, CA and a gust of wind scared me. I reluctantly rode the backroads 30 miles to the dealership with the 2011 Yamaha Stryker. I asked if they still had it, YES they did. I told the salesman, "You only live once. Let's run the numbers and if I'm not approved, then it wasn't meant to be. Low and behold 15 mins later he comes out of the office, "You're approved." No test rides, since it's used. I tested the friction zone, that's it.
I rode home, got the pink slip for the Honda, and rode away on the Stryker. After about FIVE minutes I quoted Dr. Chinnard from HELLRAISER II , "To think, I hesitated." This is the BEST bike I've ever owned and the beauty of a dealership are trade ins. Yes, you WILL lose money, but you'll GAIN happiness. Money is EASY to come by...All that being said, I bought a 2011 a week ago with 15k miles on it from a dealership for $4,999 plus tax, etc...
Congrats on your new bike.
There are sufficient spare parts for the Stryker to last until 2027, plus plenty of aftermarket parts. You can change the colour using a vinyl wrap, think going dark with white cobra stripes or metallic purple or even metallic gold, easy to do by yourself.
I have a 2013 striker . Been riding for more than 30 years . I don’t think I will have been able to handle a beast like that when I first beginning . That’s a very heavy bike . Oh, he will actually get you into trouble . By the way, do you really need to drink that much that you have to put that cup holder right in front of the motorcycle? You’re killing me
Have you ridden in Florida it’s hot so yes I need my drinks.
Yess ! I do in Hialeah. 👍 I was joking . Enjoy your ride . That’s what is all about
This is not a first bike. Id recommend a yanaha 250 as a beginner bike to get your chops. Then the Stryker is a BADASS bike. Its got gobs of power and i don't ever see outgrowing it. It's a perfect 1st and Last bike.
Where did you buy the cup holder and phone holder and are those bags the large ones.
Thank you
Winnipeg Manitoba Canada 🇨🇦
feel some vibration on low speed. what you recommend guys maby engine got rubber mounts or something else?
Great video...I am considering buying one soon
It’s a fun great looking motorcycle! You won’t be disappointed! Thanks
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis Thanks so much
The lack of ABS kills it for me as a returning rider, otherwise nice bike.
Am 5'5" and 52 kg possible for me to ride the yamaha ?
Sweet bike
Thanks
Small windshield? What’s a big windshield??😂
nice.
I need a link to those bags
www.vikingbags.com/yamaha-raider-side-pocket-studded-motorcycle-saddlebags-7723-prd1.htm
There you go!
That is alot like the Honda fury I think I spelled it wrong
Yes it is!
What kind of gas mileage do you get out of a stock Stryker ❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓
About 35-40
@@MidLifeMotoCrisis
Thank you
Question please how long does your back tire last ❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓
You can probably get around 10k miles off them
Looooong time....light feel,quick and reliable!
I’m 6’ 190lbs, she’s not too big for me ;)
"everyone wants a Harley" False.
Every BOOMER wants a Harley.
Haha
So there’s no suspension in the rear, rear is rigid?
no its a soft tail