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

The Yamaha Road Star, also known as the XV1600A or Yamaha Wild Star, was a cruiser machine produced by Yamaha from 1999 to 2014 when the Japanese maker dropped the Road Star line from its range.

The first models manufactured from 1999 to 2003 were powered by a 1,602cc naturally aspirated engine, while in 2004, Yamaha increased the engine displacement to 1,670cc. Along with the engine displacement increase, the bike was delivered with several design modifications, such as tubeless tires on aluminum wheels, a different color for the engine cases, and a skinnier final belt drive.

From 2004 to 2008, the Yamaha Road Star remained virtually unchanged until the manufacturer introduced a new electronically controlled fuel injection system that delivered fast and smooth throttle response.

In 2003, the Yamaha Road Star Silverado made its way into the cruiser market, packing classic-looking features, such as a large headlight with a chromed housing, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with an integrated instrument panel, a dual chromed exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels with white wall tires.

In addition to all standard features, the Silverado model packed a large windscreen with better wind and weather protection, a passenger backrest for more comfort, and large leather-wrapped saddlebags that offered extra storage for long hauls.

The 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado was fitted with a mighty powerful and stylish 1,602cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine, with 63 hp on tap at 4,000 rpm and 134 Nm (99 lb-ft) torque at 2,250 rpm.

When it was first released, the 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado was sold for $12,399, while in 2023, it was sold at an average price of $2,300.