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Yamaha Road Star 20082008 Yamaha Road Star specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
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| Modern engineering and materials, including ceramic composite cylinder liners. |
| General information | |
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| Model name | Yamaha Road Star |
| Year | 2008 |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Price as new | US$ 11899. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.3 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 1671.6 ccm (102.00 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Compression | 8.3:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Steel. Hidden shock |
| Front suspension | 43mm fork |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Single shock |
| Rear wheel travel | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Front tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear tire | 150/80-16 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 314.8 kg (694.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 709 mm (27.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1140 mm (44.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2499 mm (98.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1689 mm (66.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.78 litres (4.70 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Galaxy Blue/Sapphire Blue Scallops, Pearl White |
| Starter | Electric |
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| Further information | |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 08 Yamaha Road Star discussion group or the general Yamaha discussion group. |
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