Arlen Ness Speedliner vs Yamaha Stratoliner (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Arlen Ness Speedlinerstacks up against the Yamaha Stratoliner. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Arlen Ness Speedliner | Yamaha Stratoliner |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2011 |
| Price | $44,995 | $15,690 |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp | — |
| Torque | 168 Nm | — |
| Seat height | — | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.0 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotors | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotors | Single disc |
| Tires | 3.50-23 / 10.5-18 | 130/70-18 / 190/60-17 |
Arlen Ness Speedliner vs Yamaha Stratoliner — which should you buy?
Picking between the Arlen Ness Speedliner and the Yamaha Stratoliner usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Arlen Ness Speedliner brings 112 hp, while the Yamaha Stratoliner counters with its own power figure. On price, the Yamaha Stratoliner 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: