Yamaha Roadliner S vs Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Roadliner Sstacks up against the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha Roadliner S | Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Price | $15,290 | $23,950 |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Weight | — | 230 kg |
| Seat height | 28 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 2.1 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc. HD 1-Piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Wilwood 2-P |
| Tires | 130/70-18 / 190/60-17 | 500-16 / 500-16 |
Yamaha Roadliner S vs Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha Roadliner S and the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Roadliner S brings its published horsepower, while the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo counters with its own power figure at 230 kg. On price, the Yamaha Roadliner 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: