Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe vs Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxestacks up against the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe | Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Price | $17,490 | $23,950 |
| Engine | 1852 cc | 1852 cc |
| Weight | — | 230 kg |
| Seat height | 28 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 2.1 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc. HD 1-Piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Wilwood 2-P |
| Tires | 130/70-18 / 190/60-17 | 500-16 / 500-16 |
Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe vs Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe and the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe brings its published horsepower, while the Samurai Chopper Type 5 Evo counters with its own power figure at 230 kg. On price, the Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe 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: