Ride In Style With The 2023 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec Cruiser!
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Nice to meet you! This is my first time here.
My name is Tomyang.
I live in Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan.
I ride a YAMAHA BOLT and have created a channel to showcase the local attractions to the world.
I searched for TH-camrs riding BOLT in its home country, the USA, and I found it.
It's simple and easy to ride! Even in compact Japan, whether it's in the city, mountains, or up slopes, you can go anywhere.😀😀😀
I have 30K miles on my 2020 R-spec. I love it. It's super easy to maintain. I can change the oil, plugs, air filter, and brake pads with basic tools in a little over an hour. The bike isn't great at one particular thing, but it's pretty good at everything.
Daaaaaamn... 30k??! And I thought 15k in my 2019 Rebel 500 in Puerto Rico (very small) was allot 🤣🤣
True, working on the Bolt is so simple, and it doesn't require any crazy tools to do a basic Tune up like other bikes. I've had mine for over 2 years now with 15k miles, and not a single issue so far. most reliable motorcycle I've owned 2nd to my Honda hornet, Yamaha def did a good job with this model
How’s this bike on highway ?
How is it a cruiser but isn't great at one thing? I just don't see this doing well on trails or anything..
@@jordanbabcock9349It's a road bike, not a trail bike.
I am 5 foot six and this was my first bike. a 2015 model...no problem. love my bike.
id love to see yamaha bring back the vstar 1300, stryker, and raider.
A new raider would definitely be awesome. I mean, Harley brought back the breakout so
1300 for sure
I knew a guy with a modded Vstar back in about 2005-2006. He had something like a stage-2 kit engine upgrades with full exhaust on that thing, and it was utterly gorgeous. Sounded absolutely amazing....literally shook the windows of the building we worked in when he pulled up.
Yea they should throw it in the Bolt!
Hell yeah especially the Stryker 1300cc
I’ve never been a cruiser guy, but I test rode a Bolt R-Spec during a demo day several years ago and really liked it. It’s just a nice basic cruiser. I’d still like to have one as a second bike.
My very favorite bike that I wish I still had was a 1990 Yamaha Virago 1100. Someone here in San Diego made some forward controls for it and it was perfect for me. I was in the bike instead of on top, like a jokey. The tank and engine blocked the wind and a small screen on the bars blocked wind to my face, sweet bike. Thanks for the fun vid.
Same brother. I love my 19 bolt r spec. I love the simplicity of it. No need for that abs and traction control crap on my chill little cruiser.
I own one and it is a great bike!!!! Super solid on the freeway and great commuter as well.
It hits all the boxes.
I love that you are doing these reviews now too! I would love to see one on the Honda Rebel 1100!
Had this for 19k miles and loved it. Great engine and just enough power, could have used a sixth gear but it got the job done every single time nomatter how long i went or how much i abused it.
That was my only gripe too, it needs a 6th gear but otherwise I loved my '16!
I have a Yamaha SCR950. Its based on the Bolt just with a more scrambler seat/bars.
Great bike. I rode it cross country a few times. It's been ridden super hard and always been reliable and fun to ride!
Cant beat that.
The clutch is randomly amazing. Lol
I have a 2019 Bolt R-spec, very simple straight forward bike. Recently did a Vance and Hines exhaust and air filter with ECU flash which really helped the engine come alive.
Highly recommend if you just want something old school simple.
I had a 2016 R-spec that I got brand new for a few years and I loved it! I'm a little big for it but it was such a great bike! I added all the Yamaha goodies like the higher bars with extended cables, grips, sissy bar, passenger seat/pegs, cowl, flipped the mirrors under the bars with a kit, and added a Vance & Hines intake and comp exhaust so it sounded fantastic! The only reason I sold it was to buy my 4x4 truck and keep my FZ-09. I always recommend the Bolt to people looking for a cruiser of this class!
How comfortable do you think a 6' 4" rider would be on it? Would it be too small?
@@user-is1ke5vm9r if you got the kit that moves the peg forward, it would be fine. I'm 6'2" and I fit on it just fine as stock, but if I kept mine I would have done the peg move.
Nice seeing you on a cruiser! 👍👍👍
Omg omg! My main bikes a 2015 bolt r spec. This is exciting
Love my 14 R-Spec! It is my first bike and man has it been a real winner. Suspension was really stiff from previous owner. Adjusted the preload and did wonders. Not crazy power but it’s enough to be fun on back roads and no problem passing 99% of cars. Hwy is a little much bc of there being zero windshield on it but it’ll cruise 85mph all day. Have a full Vance and Hines exhaust system and she screams. I get way more compliments on it than I ever thought. I figured I’d just get a lot of hate for it “not being a Harley”. Overall Im more than impressed with my purchase. Fully recommend.
Also with the way the foot pegs are designed I do not recommend heeled riding boots. They are very uncomfortable to ride with and prefer a flat bottomed boot much more due to the comfort level.
I love my bolt r spec. Yea it doesn’t have a tach but I become one with my bike. I just feel the shifts. Haven’t over rev yet.
I got a 2022 for my wife. My current ride is an Indian. Yes mine is faster and bigger and nicer blah blah blah. When I am just running out to the store or into the city I use this. Its really great bike. It out corners most crusiers as well.
Nobody was gonna say your Indian was faster bigger or nicer that was just you boasting this is about the bolt not the ugly ass Indians 😅
Lost me at Tesla
😂
I agree. What an insult.
How do you think I’d fit at 6’1” ? Would it be too small for me?
Nice bike! I like those comfortable cruisers it looks like it’s in competition with the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 I would like you to review one of those esp the Vulcan 650
That's actually the stock seat. I have a 2018 R Spec with over 22k miles. No issues whatsoever and maintenance is super easy. Only gripe is the air filter hitting your right knee and death wobble at 35 - 45 mph.
I upgraded the air filter and problem solved. Plus looks much better now.
Could you elaborate on the death wobble at 35-45 mph? I'm about to buy my first bike and going with the Bolt R Spec so I just wanna understand what you mean. Thanks.
@Red Winga this happens when you take both hands off the handle bars. The front wheel will shake uncontrollably but there two items needed to be replaced to be fixed. First is the ball bearing in the steering column. Second are new tires
Also, this bike is so easy to maintain, incredibly reliable (people in the fb page have reported well over 60k miles) and insuring it is cheap. Paying like $16 a month for full coverage
@@DynelleLopezwith these things being replaced, it removed the death wobble from happening at those speeds?
Nice bike, i've been eyeing one of these for a long while.
I had my eye on it for a while too, good looking bike, sounds good with bassani exhaust. But I went with the rebel 1100, far superior bike for similar price.
I saw your fellow instructor's new-to-her Victory CC in the dealership parking lot. Would love to see you do a "review" ride on that 😁.
The aircleaner pressing into your right knee was a showstopper for me (this was inwant to say 2018 though). Sexy bike, and you can get them very cheap.
I have the exact same bike but the 2022 one. I swapped out the exhaust for an aftermarket one, thicker grips and handle bar risers. Other than that, everything I kept the same and absolutely love it. I’ve put about 3k miles on it in a little less than a year and have had no issues and all I’ve done is an oil change.
Did you have to tune the ecu for the change in exhaust, or did you run it as is? I wanna get an exhaust and intake without having to get an ECU tune
@@CorpuzBox360 No sir. I went with the Cobra slip on, looks and sounds great and no tune required.
Will this bike be comfortable to ride for someone who's 6'1?
8:02 I'd like to see you ride choppers - long forks, rigid rears, the whole nine... and hear your thoughts 🤪
I had a 2014 and miss it. It had a full exhaust, ecu flash, upgraded shocks, cone style filter, mustang seat, forward controls, taller bars and it was a great cruiser. Fun bike with a decent aftermarket for customization.
Did you notice any power difference from the ecu flash?
@@whatta7793 a bit, don't expect it to turn into a different bike, but it does make a difference you can feel
@@whatta7793I have an SCR950, same bike.
I got an Ivan's Flash ECU and it definitely made the bike more peppy.
I rode mine from northern Indiana to Atlanta in one day. It wasn't so comfortable by the end of the day.
i have a vulcan s and thinking about selling and getting one of these bolts. looks goood
Air-Cooled too, simple is.
Love this bike. By the way, it is not available in Europe since 2021 due to the absurd environmental regulations.
I’m in San Diego and you literally went to where I took my class in this video lol
I jest bought a 2023 Bolt-R.... from Paw Paw Cycle in Paw Paw, Michigan...... the Quality and Motor is real nice.... The bike is fucking sweet..... The only thing I want to do is put forward Controls.... that's it.....
Aye from South Bay as well, im looking Into the Honda phantom 2023/or scout rn it'd be cool if you made one on the phantom
I had a 2019 R Spec. Nice cruiser, but the dash is horrible. It completely washes out in the sun. If you are wearing sunglasses, forget about seeing anything. Also, can't believe there is no tachometer. Adding one is also problematic. I love basic, but I considered the unreadable speedometer a safety issue.
As someone whos never had a speedometer on my bike thus far… not having a tach is an absolute deal breaker. For any manual vehicle of any kind not having a tach is just nonsensical imho
I have seen an aftermarket dash with the tacometer included. I think is analog. You should check that out
Original Yamaha speedometer is on point. Absolutely minimalist design, and that’s why people love it. If you MUST have a speedometer, there are so many options, its very easy to in install.
@@RedMo46 If you’re actually good you don’t need a tach. In fact, I almost never look at the tach in any of my vehicles that have one, manual or auto. You feel and hear and feel when she’s telling you to shift.
@@RedMo46 you can just listen to the engine it's pretty easy to tell when to shift
Throw some aftermarket exhaust on and these Bolts sound really good.
I'd like to see you ride an Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse
I just wish they’d bring the abs model they have overseas to the states
I like the gloves. Which ones are these?
Can you review honda rebels soon😁💪🏼
yes , i have the scr version and the mids are right in way for my tender chins;;
Had the 2014 Bolt. It's a shame to see that since they came out, Yamaha did nothing on the cc, hp and cosmetics... The bike looks great but i missed some torque for my feeling...
QUESTION (caps for attention) is this bike friendly too beginners? I’m not scared of bikes as I’ve ridden passenger on my grandpas Harley to many times too count and want a retro… nvm you answered it as I was typing I honestly think I’m still gonna give it a go as confident as I am
In your opinion, is this a good first bike? Thank you.
Has peg kit to ,mov pegs forward 6-9". Has tpms, temps, quick shifter, cruise controll?? . Like most other, that are cheaper ?
Can you do a review of the Rebel 1100?
Will you do a Rebel 1100 review at some point?
Do the foot pegs scrape when you turn? 🔥🔥
Would you compare it to the new Harley Davidson Nightster?
Does it have ABS Mate in New Zealand where we live New bikes have to have ABS on them
Bruh, he just drove where the riding motorcycle test is done. I recognize the place because I took the test a mount ago, lol
The Scout Rogue has a bigger front wheel (19") and skinnier tire compared to other variants.
No discord? Trynna ask more questions amongst you and us fans.
When you will test the Rebel 1100 dct?
Is this a good beginner bike?
Like a Tesla ? Huh comparing an electric car to a gas powered motorcycle not even in same universe jitsu 💥
not a fan of the dash but other than that it really is a cool bike
Im also 5’9-5’10ish, how does it feel like riding on long rides? Does your back hurt? Im torn between the rebel and bolt-r, and i read that some 5-9-above riders mentioned that the rebel causes sore back on long rides.
No idea, I only test rode it.
That was definitely inspired by the Sportster.
I think most Sportster accessories actually fit on the Bolt also.
Of course it was. And literally everything about it is better than a Sportster
Hey Brad, Yes the Bolt was the Yamaha response to the HD 883 and 1200 Sporties.
They kept it under 1000 cc's .... something to do with import restrictions.... etc... I digress.
I have the 2019 base model, it replaced my Virago, 34,,859 km's ( 21,651 miles) on it now. and it still runs like a top. Off topic though.... Greg forgot to mention the self cancelling turn signals, .... they turn off after the bike's gone 450 feet. And Yes I wish they'd bring back the Stryker and the Raider.
Stay Safe
@@Yamahog do you know what year they put on the self cancelling signals? I don't believe my 2014 r spec does
@@TFlo1020 2016 from what I read in the Bolt Forums
The 5 speed trans is a no go
What bikes would you recommend for a fairly new rider that would like a cruiser? I had about 10 hours of classes on a 650cc Kawasaki (forgot the model, naked bike) and rode a 125cc for a couple of months. The Honda Rebel 500 is kinda 'meh'. Very lukewarm. HD 883 and the Indian Scout Sixty seem a bit too expensive for a true first bike. And you mentioned in this video that you wouldn't recommend the Bolt to a newer rider.
I got a bolt as a first rider, its not soo bad.
Honda Shadow. Low, power where you want it, smooth ride. Fairly capable handling. Tho i suppose newer models may vary. 3rd bike i ever rode was a late 90s vt1100 shadow. Extremely manageable power but plenty to pass cars etc with. Personally i really dont like forward controls though, and the handlebars are very hit n miss with people. If youre not real tall, my 82 virago has mono shock rear suspension, fairly low, dirt cheap very reliable and mid controls. If i were shorter itd be near perfect
I am in the same boat as you are actually. Couple of months on 125cc bike, maybe an hour on a 650cc Kawasaki bike.
I was looking at Honda Rebel 500 and decided that it was 'meh' as well. looked too skinny and I want something with 650cc engine. Kawasaki Vulcan S seems like it hits all the boxes for me: great looking cruiser, has enough power to go on the highway and comfortable
Got my first bike a few weeks ago -- a 2018 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec
I love it! Power was quick to get used to. Mind you, it had been a whole year since I had ridden a bike (during the MSF course) Practiced riding for 20-30 minutes, and I rode home. Great looking bike. Plenty of power. Highly recommend it!
Bolt 100%. I had a Suzuki Boulevard Sv650 as my very first motorcycle. Worthless buy. Got rid of that thing after 4 months of barely riding around the neighborhood. The bolt is forgiving and has plenty of power to grow into. Plus you can basically mod it to whatever style you like. Best first bike for cruiser enthusiasts.
The Japanese sportster. Too bad there's not much aftermarket support.
Any ideas why these aren't sold in Europe?
id love to hear your thoughts on the rebel 1100
Good Bike .... But go watch " Life of Burch" and his episode on "If Hondas are so reliable Why are all of mine broken " episode. And go from there on your decisions with it.
Stay Safe.
@@Yamahog i own a rebel 1100 with 8000 miles. no issues for me. its been great
I’m 6ft1 looking for a cruiser either this Vulcan s or Honda shadow phantom I can’t decide
go test ride them
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would like to compare this to the Honda Shadow Phantom
this has more power, the shadow has less maintenance with shaft drive and a larger frame.
@@jradish looking at this the shadow and Vulcan 900
Awesome reviews bro , can you please do a first ride on the Ducati 950 Super Sport, be good to get your opinion on it 👍🏾
At 6ft with 34in inseam would this be to tight of a fit?
go sit on one!
I heard in some other reviews, that the neutral sign is not so well readable. Is that true?
don't remember
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Ive been looking at this bike my dad used to have a bike a vulcan 900 and i used to ride with him and want to get my own bike to ride and i work for yamaha so i get a discount so i was wondering if it was a gpod bike to get
Absolutely Dustin. .... Take it out for a test ride. .... A colleague of mine owns a 2009 Vulcan 900 and He says when it gets hot ... it seems to lag ,... aka under powered...
Both are air cooled.... Go with the Bolt if that " Turns your crank" .....
I have the 2019 base model..... 34,859 km's on it now, (21,650 miles)...
Stay Safe.
What about if you are on the tall side? Would it be suitable for a 6´2 tall rider?
It looks smaller in pics and vids than it really is. I'm 6' and even felt slightly stretched out with the stock setup. Now I have a Saddlemen step up seat and 10" Zombie bars and it's perfect. Love my 22 bolt. Go to a dealer and sit on one.
@@MapleBar777 Thank very much! This information is very useful.
Im 6ft and it's not uncomfortable. I'm in pretty good shape so I'm pretty limber. If you're set on the bike you can buy a kit to shift from mid to forward controls or throw some highway bars on it. I haven't felt a need to adjust anything myself
@@TFlo1020 Thank you very much!
cheaper alternative to a harley guys lets goo
This or Royal Enfied Super Meteor 650 ??
I wish Yamaha resurrect warrior or raider :)
Importarla anche in Italia!!
These cruisers need to up there game with at least abs brakes. Just like a vulcan or boulevard. Thet would sell more for starter bikes.
Joel, my Jimmy has ABS and it almost caused a crash for me.... I disabled it 10 yrs ago
My Bolt has no ABS and that's the way I will keep any bike I ride.
A quick pulsing of the brake lever does the same function if I need to stop a lock up when braking quick. .... Remember Greg's repeated " Squeeze...... " ya pulsing the brake lever is analogous to the ABS action as your squeezing intensifies..... Maybe Greg can do an in-depth practice for this method of stopping quickly ?
Stay Safe
Id consider it if it was around 100hp
....rebel 1100....:)
Just watched a video that ripped your video footage and just changed the audio
LIVE Q&A, you called my question "can't be a real question", but it was. Maybe a viewer can help me out: How to prepare for a bike breakdown (new bike to me, pretty sure it's going to breakdown, it's an '84 Honda Magna with issues, but I want to ride it), is there anything more I can do, other than having a cell phone and a towing company number?
@@seniorrider9337 Calling towing companies to ask them some questions is a good idea, thank you.
Do you think this would make a good first bike?
Little on the heavy side for a newbie, but yes..
This was my 1st bike. Still own it as my 2nd bike. The Bolt's mid controls, low seat height, and manageable power is great for beginners. Two issues for beginners 1) weight makes it CRITICAL to get the handlebars straight while stopping 2) It does not come with ABS, so practicing emergency braking is critical. Panic braking on the rear brake locks the wheel quickly.
@Andrew-nh5zg thank you for the response. I'm 6'1" and around 185 pounds. I'm looking at this bike along with the kawasaki vulcan s and the honda rebel 1100 with its lightweight (487 lbs) and low seat hight it can work, I have rode some but never on the road
@@Justin-tp3lr Luckily for you 6'1" means you can flat foot A LOT of bikes, which does help when learning.
As far as the Vulcan, Bolt, Rebel choices, this is a bit of a dilemma for me. In general, I personally prefer mid controls because of my shorter height. In fact, my current bike is a Concours14 and I tend to prefer the naked sport, sport tours and ADV's for that reason.
However, at your height of 6'1" you may find the forward controls on the Vulcan S more comfortable. There's a reason why Harley's use forward controls and low seat heights. Low seat make the bikes easier to ride, but they need the forward controls for tall rider comfort.
@@Andrew-nh5zgI plan to try the vulcan and a few others as soon as the weather warms up a bit. It's getting into the low to mid 40s during the day, but they are still calling for snow and rain for the next week or so.
Would have bought this last year except for the fact that the air cleaner would get in the way of my knee. Absolutely uncomfortable.
I've never noticed the airfilter bugging my knee while riding...I've put 10,000 miles on my 2014
Is that the only color not everyone likes gray
I think for that year yes but I doubt painting it would be that expensive
okay but I hear that this bike has some serious issues with death wobbles when letting go of handlebars....
Hmmmmm, not sure what to say here , Anthony.... My 2019 Base model ... no such issues with stock tires,, or the Shinko 777's it sporting right now..... at 25 or 100 mph
@@Yamahog i see, well then I want one because that was the only turn off for me
@@gorrilaman90 .... Try different bikes of the same build, ( test rides ) and see if it changes your mind. It could be Head-stock , aka triple tree , bearings ....or they didn't do a proper wheel alignment and therefore the wheel balance is off, ... etc,. Stay Safe
hmm most cruisers ive seen run on gas, which is a liquid funny enough. never heard of a solid one before
i can't believe all newer bikes don't come with led lights. those old style halogens are just whack
Over the years I’ve witnessed most Bike Manufacturers gradually upping the engine specs of each model. Obviously…..this is “dangling the Carrot” to tempt buyers into purchasing the ‘latest and greatest version available, often at the expense of a ‘former’ model being an excellent bike. In keeping with this I’ve been waiting for Yamaha to make the ‘1300cc Yamaha Bolt cruiser. The 950cc Bolt is a great Learners bike but needs just that bit more ‘grunt’ while retaining that lovely ‘Cruiser styling’ they got right with the 950 Bolt.
So me being 6'2" shouldn't get a BOLT?
If you're willing to invest some aftermarket parts to help the bike fit you better. At 6ft I was pretty uncomfortable until I got taller handelbars, forward foot controls, and taller sitting seat. The rear suspension is rough, but after spending money on other mods to make the bike comfortable I didn't feel like spending any more for suspension. Ended up selling to get an Mt09 and could ride much further distances than i'd dare with the bolt haha
@@UffieGuy thank you
Tesla is not a simple car. Replacement batteries are 30,000
Am I the only one pissed off that he compared it to a Tesla?
>you can't have an opinion on lane splitting unless the government allows you to have an opinion
Proof the military has a _maximum_ IQ, and it's not very high.
Try testing a car, no wind, no wheelchair needed
5’5” short 😢
Hey Izman, it's not about your height, it's about your inseam. So if you have a 30 inch inseam, flat footing this bike will be no issue for you. Go sit on one and see for yourself.
It’s simple like a Tesla 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
"Clean looking bike like a tesla" yaaa.... not really. Lost me 👋#Tesla💩💩💩💩
are you ok in the head dude?
I look for sales to increase now that harley davidson has done away with regular sportster
Can you add another seat for the bishes?
Bro, you know, this bike can run more than 30 km\h
can it?
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