Yamaha Star Raider S vs Ultra Low Down (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Star Raider SUltra Low Down
Model year20162015
Price$15,790
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Seat height27 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Performance Machine callipers
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Performance Machine callipers
Tires120/70-21 / 210/40-18 120-21 / 300-18

Yamaha Star Raider S vs Ultra Low Down — which should you buy?

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