Yamaha Road Star
The Yamaha Road Star is one bad looking bike. The classic look of the steel frame and the integrated hardware captures stares from onlookers. Be prepared to be noticed when you wheel through town on the Road Star. The long and low hardtail-look frame is a real beauty and the electronic fuel injection makes for easy cold starts and great fuel delivery in nearly every condition and all altitudes.
The engine on the Yamaha Road Star is a 102 cubic inch 1670 cc air cooled pushrod OHV that pushes out incredible amounts of torque for fast acceleration and outstanding cruising. The smooth shifting five speed transmission give you remarkable cruising performance with low rpm at freeway speeds.
Starting is dependable with the electric starting system with solenoid activated auto decompressor.
The big and beefy shotgun dual exhaust pipes not only grab attention but the sound they emit is deep and resonating.
The speedometer is mounted on the tank and it features a hip design and is easy to read with odometer, dual trip meters, clock, fuel gauge, lights, turn signals and engine diagnostic indicator lights included.
The Yamaha Road Star has a retro look about it due to the extra long 66.5 inch wheelbase that provides added comfort and great balanced handling. The rear shock is out of sight and provides 4.3 inches of wheel travel for a super plush ride.
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The five speed transmission has a heel-toe shift lever. The shifts are smooth and positive and quiet.
The Road Star is the first cruiser out of Japan that uses a belt final drive that eliminates the noise and mess of a chain.
The Road Star is a first class act. The flangeless design of the tank is appealing and the deep fenders and tank shape give it its own character. This beauty weighs in at a hefty 740 pounds wet, has a wheelbase of 66.3 inches and the seat is 27.9 inches. It’s a sweet ride and has the power and performance that impress. Yamaha has something great going on with the Road Star and we hope it sticks around for a long time to come.
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