Arlen Ness Lowliner vs Yamaha Stratoliner S (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Arlen Ness Lowlinerstacks up against the Yamaha Stratoliner S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecArlen Ness LowlinerYamaha Stratoliner S
Model year20132011
Price$44,995$17,290
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotorsDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotorsSingle disc
Tires3.50-23 / 10.5-18 130/70-18 / 190/60-17

Arlen Ness Lowliner vs Yamaha Stratoliner S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Arlen Ness Lowliner and the Yamaha Stratoliner S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Arlen Ness Lowliner brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Stratoliner S counters with its own power figure. On price, the Yamaha Stratoliner S has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: