Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 2003, 2004
The Yamaha Road Star Silverado was a touring machine manufactured by Yamaha from 1999 to 2014 when the Japanese maker decided to drop the Road Star line from its range. The bike was powered by a stylish, powerful V-twin engine and delivered excellent performance with a timeless design.
In 2003, along with the Silver Edition Silverado, Yamaha released the Midnight Silverado, a combination of the blacked-out trim of the Midnight model with the touring capabilities of the Silverado version. As its name suggests, the Midnight model came in a blacked-out livery that created a unique look among Road Star machines.
The 2003 Midnight Edition had at its core a blacked-out engine with chromed fins, black-finished fenders, a black teardrop-shaped fuel tank with an integrated instrument panel, and a black leather studded seat.
The bike delivered the same ergonomics as its siblings, with a wide, pulled-back handlebar, a low riding position, and forward-mounted floorboards, resulting in a laid-back, relaxed, and comfortable riding experience.
Underneath its fuel tank, the bike had in plain sight a stylish and powerful 1,602cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with 63 hp on board at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque at 2,250. A five-speed manual transmission took power from the engine and ran it through different gears, releasing it to the rear wheel through a final belt drive.
As for safety, the 2003 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado was fitted on the front wheel with two-piston calipers and two 298 mm discs, while the rear wheel had a dual-piston caliper with a larger 320 mm disc.
In 2003, when the bike debuted, Yamaha sold the Midnight Silverado for $11,799, while in 2023, the bike was sold with an average retail price of $3,400.
engine specs | Type: | air-cooled, pushrod OHV, 48° V-twin | Displacement: | 1670 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.8x4.4 in OR 97 mm | Compression Ratio: | 8.3:1 | Horsepower: | 63/4000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 99/2250 lb-ft/RPM OR 134/2250 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 40mm Mikuni CV w/throttle position sensor |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5 speed, manual, wide ratio | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Belt |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Steel | Front Suspension: | 43mm Telescopic fork with adjustable preload; 5.5 in. travel | Rear Suspension: | Single shock, link-type; 4.3 in. travel | Front Brake: | Dual 298mm discs | Rear Brake: | 320mm disc |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 98.4 in OR 2499 mm | Overall Width: | 38.6 in OR 980 mm | Seat Height: | 27.9 in OR 709 mm | Wheelbase: | 66.5 in OR 1689 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 712 lbs OR 323 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 5.3 gallons OR 20.1 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 130/90-16 | Rear: | 150/80-16 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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