Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight vs Ultra Apache Lowko 300 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnightstacks up against the Ultra Apache Lowko 300. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Star Roadliner MidnightUltra Apache Lowko 300
Model year20132012
Price$14,090$28,900
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Seat height28 mm25 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Performance Machines Calliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Performance Machines Calliper
Tires130/70-18 / 190/60-17 120-21 / 300-18

Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight vs Ultra Apache Lowko 300 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight and the Ultra Apache Lowko 300 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight brings its published horsepower, while the Ultra Apache Lowko 300 counters with its own power figure. On price, the Yamaha Star Roadliner Midnight 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: