Star - Motorcycle Sep 19, 2021The Star brand operates out of Yamaha’s offices in Cypress, Calif. and all Star motorcycles are designed in the United States. Star Motorcycles offers a mix of high-end models like the Stratoliner and Roadliner, as well as more affordable models like the V Star series. The over-the-top VMax muscle cruiser is the crown jewel of the Star family. Yamaha For Sale - Yamaha Motorcycles - Cycle Trader These first Yamaha brand cycles sold in America were the YD1 and the MF-1. Yamaha motorcycles are now renowned for their motocross bikes. The first of these was produced in 1975. In 1977, Yamaha Corporation, U.S.A. was founded exclusively for the sale of Yamaha motorized products and to meet the needs of an American market.