2012 Yamaha Road Star S

Yamaha Road Star S 2012


2012 Yamaha Road Star S specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Yamaha's profilation of this bike
The Road Star S gets chrome accents to the front end and Stainless Steel braided throttle and clutch cables, front fork and levers.

General information
Motorcycle name Yamaha Road Star S
Year model 2012
Type Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 13490. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.8  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1671.6 ccm (102.00 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Engine details 48-degree V-twin. Hydraulic valve lifters driven by twin camshafts .
Compression 8.3:1
Bore x stroke 97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition TCI
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Fuel consumption 6.53 litres/100 km (15.3 km/l or 36.02 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 151.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel; hidden shock
Rake (fork angle) 29.0°
Trail 102 mm (4.0 inches)
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)
Wheels 9-spoke cast
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 337.0 kg (743.0 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 18.17 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Raven
Instruments Tank-mounted speedometer
Carrying capacity Underseat helmet holder.
Factory warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
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