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Yamaha Bolt!

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by kleraudio, Jul 27, 2013.

  1. kleraudio

    kleraudio Member

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    Went to the Yamaha shop to see if they had a part. Took a look at bikes for about an hour. That Yamaha bolt is beautiful. Absolutely beautiful, and I want it! Good thing I don't have a garage, otherwise I might have been riding off with that thing today. It would sure be nice to have a low maintenance bike, just start her up and enjoy!

    What do you guys think of the bolt?
     
    kleraudio, Jul 27, 2013
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    JPaganel Well-Known Member

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    Given the bobber craze (how many bobber threads are on here, anyway?) it seems like a smart move by Yamaha. They are selling a basic bike that can stay a bobber, or be accessorized as much as your wallet can stand. I bet they will make tons of money on the bling.

    Personally, I find it kinda cool in it's basic form. Yamaha built a no-frills machine that looks very capable.
     
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    Metal_Bob Active Member

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    That's my mind set at the moment - Even though I still want to be my Maxim back on the road.

    Yup just like any other new harley, honda, star, etc. They all have overpriced OEM branded bolts-on. (I looked and used their pricing app thing).
     
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    I'm a fan of the Bolt. If I had a free 8k I'd get an r-spec.
     
    Kilted_to_the_Max(im), Jul 28, 2013
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    RickCoMatic Well-Known Member

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    I looked at the specs.
    You get a lot of Bike for 8-G's.

    I'm sure that 8-G MSRP combined with a reasonable APR will put a bunch of those Bolt's on the road.
     
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    If only I had a garage to store her.... :)
     
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    Um....that's why I have the Seca
     
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    wow that FZ is sexy too!

    No garage, no new bike :) I'll continue ordering parts for my XJ :)
     
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    I'm with you on the FZ-09.
     
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    It looks like a Harley 883 Sportster. It is nice looking but I don't want to drive a copy.
     
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    I think the Sportster looks better.
    The Bolt's tank lacks character, the tail light is fugly and I don't care for the exhaust. Price is good.
    Would rather have the Stryker.
     
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  13. Hotcakesman

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    once I get done going over my 650
    I am going to be modeling the body based on the Star Bolt
    I have loved it since I first say it
    once my S-cooter is paid off, I will probably buy one
    but that is years away

    Kevin
     
    Hotcakesman, Nov 22, 2013
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  14. 750E-II_29Rbloke

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    Er, yeah exactly & that's why I own my XJ too! 8)

    That is a good move on Yamaha's part though, should sell a sh*t-ton...
     
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