YAMAHA Road Star (1999-2000) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1999, Yamaha released the XV1600A, a cruising machine known as the Road Star in the American market and Wild Star in the European market. The bike was manufactured until 2014 when the Japanese maker dropped the Road Star line from their range.

The Road Star model was the ground base upon other versions of Road Star models, including the Silverado, Silverado S, Road Star S, Midnight, and Midnight Silverado. All versions were powered by a stylish V-twin engine with excellent performance.

From 1999 to 2003, the bikes by a 1,602cc engine, while in 2004, Yamaha increased the displacement from 1,602cc to 1,670cc. Also in 2004, the bike received several design changes, including tubeless tires, lightweight nine-spoke aluminum wheels, a skinnier belt drive, and a different color for the engine cases.

In the appearance department, the bike offered a classic look combined with modern technology. The motorcycle featured a round headlight with a chromed housing, a teardrop-style fuel tank, a two-piece dual seat, a dual chromed exhaust system, deeply valanced fenders, and wire-spoke wheels.

The 1999 Yamaha Road Star took its muscles from a 1,602cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine fed by a carburetor, delivering an output power of 63 hp with a maximum peak at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque at 2,250 rpm.

In 1999, the bike was launched with an MSRP price of $10,499, while in 2023 (at the time of writing), it was for sale with an average price of $1,655.