Yamaha Star Roadliner S vs Arlen Ness Speedliner (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Star Roadliner Sstacks up against the Arlen Ness Speedliner. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha Star Roadliner S | Arlen Ness Speedliner |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Price | $14,990 | $44,995 |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 112 hp |
| Torque | — | 168 Nm |
| Seat height | 28 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 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 | 130/70-M18 / 190/60-M17 | 3.50-23 / 10.5-18 |
Yamaha Star Roadliner S vs Arlen Ness Speedliner — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha Star Roadliner S and the Arlen Ness Speedliner usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Star Roadliner S brings its published horsepower, while the Arlen Ness Speedliner counters with 112 hp. On price, the Yamaha Star Roadliner S 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: