Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A vs Yamaha Raider S (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Roadliner XV1900Astacks up against the Yamaha Raider S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Roadliner XV1900AYamaha Raider S
Model year20172017
Price$15,799
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Seat height28 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Double disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Hydraulic.
Tires130/70-M18 / 190/60-M17 120/70-21 / 210/40-18

Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A vs Yamaha Raider S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A and the Yamaha Raider S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Raider 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: