Yamaha Roadliner XV1900A vs Yamaha Star Roadliner S (2017)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Roadliner XV1900AYamaha Star Roadliner S
Model year20172016
Price$14,990
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Seat height28 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.5 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 130/70-M18 / 190/60-M17

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

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