YAMAHA Raider S (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Yamaha XV1900A was the largest Yamaha motorcycle while in production and was sold in the American market through Yamaha's Star Motorcycles division. It was manufactured by Yamaha from 2006 until 2017.

In 2008, in addition to the standard model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha Raider S, a motorcycle that featured extensive attention to detail, such as many custom-inspired parts, lots of chromed elements, and backed-up by an incredible riding experience.

The bike had standard features, such as a round headlight, a raked-out front fork, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a dual chromed exhaust system mounted on the right side, and lightweight five-spoke aluminum wheels.

In other departments, the S version packed the exact specifications as the base model, such as a double cradle aluminum frame with a 46 mm telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling.

The braking power was handled by two 298 mm discs coupled to hydraulic calipers on the front wheel and a 310 mm disc with a hydraulic caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum braking performance.

As for the power figures, the 2008 Yamaha Raider S had its heartbeat set by a 1,854cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 100 hp at 4,250 rpm and 168 Nm (124 lb-ft) torque at 2,500 rpm.