Yamaha Star Raider SCL vs Arlen Ness Speedliner (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Star Raider SCLstacks up against the Arlen Ness Speedliner. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha Star Raider SCL | Arlen Ness Speedliner |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Price | $16,999 | $44,995 |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 112 hp |
| Torque | — | 168 Nm |
| Seat height | 27 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotors |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. Ness/PM 6-piston caliper with Ness 11´ floating rotors |
| Tires | 120/70-21 / 210/40-M18 | 3.50-23 / 10.5-18 |
Yamaha Star Raider SCL vs Arlen Ness Speedliner — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha Star Raider SCL and the Arlen Ness Speedliner usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Star Raider SCL brings its published horsepower, while the Arlen Ness Speedliner counters with 112 hp. On price, the Yamaha Star Raider SCL 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: