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2008 Venture Lite

Model HomeFeaturesGalleryVideoModel 2009
MSRP*$7,999   Available from July 2007
Engine
Type / Displacement / ccFour-stroke, 499cc
CylindersTwo
CoolingLiquid
Bore & Stroke / mm77 X 53.6
Intake Design3 Valves
Carburetion43mm Keihin® fuel injection
IgnitionDigital T.C.I.. w/Throttle Position Sensor
ExhaustRear Exhaust
Clutch / TransmissionYPZ, Variable Ratio, Electronic Shift
Disc. Brake Type2-Piston Hydraulic w/ Lightweight Rotor
Chassis
Front SuspensionIndependent, Double Wishbone
Front ShocksKYB® gas cell
Front Travel / in.7.1"
Ski TypeLightweight Plastic, Saddleless Design
Carbide Ski RunnersStandard
Stabilizer BarStandard
Rear SuspensionProComfort™ 144
Rear Shocks KYB® gas cell
Rear Travel / in.11.5"
Dimensions
Overall Length / in.124"
Overall Width / in.48"
Overall Height / in.53.9"
Track/Width x Length x Height / in.15" x 144" x 1.25" Camoplast Rip Saw™
Estimated Dry Weight593 lbs.
Ski Stance (ctr. to ctr.) in.42.7"
Fuel Capacity / Gal.8.7
Fuel TypePremium Unleaded
Oil Capacity / Qts.N/A
Engine Oil TypeYamalube 4, 0w-30, Cold Weather Formula
Features
Electric StartStandard
ReverseStandard
Hand & Thumb WarmersTo-the-end, 10-position adjustable
Windshield HeightTall
MirrorsStandard
Seating CapacityTwo
BackrestStandard, Removable, Adjustable Tilt
Rear Carrier RackStandard
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
ColorDark Blue; Candy Red
Warranty1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)