Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A vs Yamaha Star Raider SCL (2017)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Roadliner XV1900AYamaha Star Raider SCL
Model year20172016
Price$16,999
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-M18

Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A vs Yamaha Star Raider SCL — which should you buy?

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