2016
Yamaha Star Raider - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 497133 |
|---|---|
| Category | Custom-cruiser |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Star Raider |
| Price | US$ 14999. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Double cradle, aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm |
| Reartyre | 210/40-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 89 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Wheels | 5-spoke cast |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 100.0 x 118.0 mm (3.9 x 4.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 1851.85 ccm (113.00 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Candy Red |
|---|---|
| Factorywarranty | 1 Year Limited |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,166 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,570 mm (101.2 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 925 mm (36.4 inches) |
| Seatheight | 696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 331.0 kg (729.7 pounds) |
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.