Indian Dakota 4 Highway vs Yamaha Star Stratoliner S (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Indian Dakota 4 Highwaystacks up against the Yamaha Star Stratoliner S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecIndian Dakota 4 HighwayYamaha Star Stratoliner S
Model year20072016
Price$16,999
Engine1845 cc1852 cc
Horsepower95 hp
Torque117 Nm
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Hydraulic.
Tires130/90-16 / 170/80-15 130/70-18 / 190/60-17

Indian Dakota 4 Highway vs Yamaha Star Stratoliner S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Indian Dakota 4 Highway and the Yamaha Star Stratoliner S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Indian Dakota 4 Highway brings 95 hp, while the Yamaha Star Stratoliner S counters with its own power figure.

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: