| Evolution |
The Star Raider, blinged-out with special parts, paint and acres of glistening chrome.
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| Rivals |
Any of Harley-Davidson’s CVOs, Victory’s Ness Customs and perhaps Suzuki’s Boulevard M109R.
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| Tech |
| Engine Type |
a-c 48-deg. V-twin |
| Valve train |
OHV, 8v |
| Displacement |
1854cc |
| Bore x stroke |
100.0 x 118.0mm |
| Compression |
9.5:1 |
| Fuel system |
EFI |
| Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission |
5-speed |
| Claimed horsepower |
na |
| Claimed torque |
na |
| Frame |
Aluminum double-cradle |
| Front suspension |
YHSJ 46mm fork |
| Rear suspension |
YHSJ shock |
| Front brake |
Dual four-piston calipers, 298mm discs |
| Rear brake |
Single-piston caliper, 310mm disc |
| Front tire |
120/70-21 Metzeler Marathon ME880 |
| Rear tire |
210/40-18 Metzeler Marathon ME880 |
| Rake/trail |
39.0°/4.0 in. |
| Seat height |
27.4 in. |
| Wheelbase |
70.9 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
4.2 gal. |
| Claimed curb weight |
730 lbs. |
| Colors |
Blazing Orange |
| Available |
Now |
| Warranty |
12 mo., unlimited mi. |
| Contact |
Yamaha Motor Corp. USA
6555 Katella Ave.
Cypress, CA 90630
714.761.7300
www.starmotorcycles.com
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| Verdict 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| A lot of bling for your buck. |