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2009 RS Venture

Model HomeFeaturesGalleryApparelAccessoriesModel 2008
MSRP*$9,599 (Silver Blue) Available from June 2008
Engine
Type / Displacement / cc4-Stroke / 973cc
CylindersThree
CoolingLiquid
Bore & Stroke / mm79.0mm x 66.2mm
Intake Design2 Valves
Carburetion40mm Keihin® carburetors
IgnitionDigital T.C.I. w/throttle position sensor
ExhaustRear exhaust
Clutch / TransmissionYVXC, variable ratio
Disc. Brake Type2-piston hydraulic w/ lightweight ventilated disc
Chassis
Front SuspensionIndependent, double wishbone
Front Shocks36mm KYB® aluminum HPG
Front Travel / in.9 in
Ski TypePlastic, saddle-type
Carbide Ski RunnersStandard
Stabilizer BarStandard
Rear SuspensionProComfort™ 144
Rear Shocks36mm KYB® aluminum HPG
Rear Travel / in.12.4 in
Dimensions
Overall Length / in.123.4 in
Overall Width / in.48.2 in
Overall Height / in.52.4 in
Track/Width x Length x Height / in.15 in x 144 in x 1.25 in Camoplast Rip Saw™
Estimated Dry Weight645 lb
Ski Stance (ctr. to ctr.) in.42 in
Fuel Capacity / Gal.10.4 gal
Fuel TypeRegular unleaded
Oil Capacity / Qts.3, dry sump
Engine Oil TypeYamalube 4, 0w-30, Cold Weather Formula
Features
Electric StartStandard
ReverseStandard
Hand & Thumb WarmersTo-the-end, 9-position adjustable
Windshield HeightExtra tall
MirrorsStandard
Seating CapacityTwo
BackrestStandard, removable, adjustable tilt
Rear Carrier Rack Standard
Tow HitchOptional
Tunnel ProtectorsOptional
Headlight Watts, Type60/55W Halogen x 2
High Beam IndicatorStandard
Oil & Temp LightStandard
Fuel Gauge TypeElectric (LCD), low fuel warning light
SpeedometerStandard (LCD, digital)
OdometerStandard (LCD display)
TripmeterStandard (tripmeter, LCD, digital)
TachometerStandard (LCD)
DC OutletStandard
Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)