YAMAHA Road Star (2003-2004) Specs, Performance & Photos

The 2003 Yamaha Road Star was a cruiser motorcycle that debuted in 1999 under the Road Star designation in the US and Wild Star in the UK. The Road Star was the base for several models in the Family.

The Road Star series grew into several models, including the Silverado, Midnight, and Silverado Midnight. Each machine had slightly different characteristics and powered by the same stylish V-twin engine.

The Silverado was a more touring-oriented version of the standard model, with touring accessories like a mid-sized windscreen for better protection, a passenger backrest for more comfort, and side-mounted panniers for extended storage.

The Midnight was identical to the standard version but in a blacked-out trim, with black-finished fenders, a fuel tank, panniers, and a black engine with chromed fins and covers.

The Midnight Silverado was a mix between the two versions that included the blacked-out trim of the Midnight model and packed the touring accessories of the Silverado motorcycle.

The first models manufactured from 1999 to 2003 were powered by a 1,602cc displacement, while the models produced after 2004 featured an increased displacement to 1,670cc. In addition, the 2004 model also featured various design changes, including aluminum wheels with tubeless tires, a different color for the engine cases, and a slimmer belt drive.

The 2003 Yamaha Road Star was the last model powered by a 1,602 cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 63 hp at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque at 2,250 rpm.

In 2003, the bike was sold with an MSRP of $10,199, while in 2023, it was for sale with a price ranging from $3,000 to $4,000.