The 2008 Yamaha Royal Star lineup of cruiser motorbikes are available in four different trims, consisting of the Royal Star Tour Deluxe, Royal Star Tour Deluxe S, Royal Star Venture and the Royal Star Venture S. The engine for the 2008 Royal Star lineup is liquid-cooled, has four valves per cylinder and produces around 97 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and 89 pound-feet of torque at 4750 RPM. The 2008 Royal Star Tour Deluxe models cost around $14,500, and the Royal Star Venture sells for around $17,400.
Both of the 2008 Royal Star Tour Deluxe cruisers are around 8.2 feet long, 39.8 inches wide, about 60 inches high and have approximately 5.9 inches of ground clearance. The two 2008 Royal Star Venture cruisers are approximately 8.7 feet long, 35.4 inches wide and 61.6 inches tall. These cruisers have 6.1 inches of ground clearance and a turning radius of 11.5 feet. The Payload capacity for the 2008 Venture cruisers is around 419 pounds.
All of the 2008 Yamaha Royal Star cruisers are designed to accommodate two riders. The 2008 Tour Deluxe cruisers feature a detachable passenger seat and a detachable passenger seat back rest as well. These cruisers have grab rails and floorboards for both riders. The 2008 Venture cruisers have amenities like four speakers, a CB Radio, an intercom and cassette player as well.