2007
Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 357114 |
|---|---|
| Category | Custom-cruiser |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Road Star Midnight Silverado |
| Price | US$ 13599. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2007 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | 43mm telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 130/90-16 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Single shock, link-type |
| Reartyre | 150/80-16 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 8.3:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 1671.58 ccm (102.00 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. 40mm Mikuni w/throttle position sensor |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | Digital TCI |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 327.0 kg (721.0 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,501 mm (59.1 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,499 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Seatheight | 711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.