2008 Yamaha Road Star Silverado. Image credits - Yamaha.
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General information
Motorcycle name
Yamaha Road Star Silverado
Model year
2008
Category
Touring
Price as new US$ 13599. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating
3.8 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
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 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
323.0 kg (712.0 pounds)
Seat height
709 mm (27.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1501 mm (59.1 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
Blue
Starter
Electric
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