YAMAHA Road Star Silverado (2005-2006) Specs, Performance & Photos

Back in 1999, the Japanese motorcycle maker released into the cruiser world a motorcycle named XV1600A. In other markets like the US, the bike was known as the Road Star, and in the United Kingdom, it was known as the Wild Star.

The Road Star motorcycle was manufactured from 1999 to 2014, a stopping point for the Road Star line in Yamaha's range. From 1999 to 2003, the machines were powered by a 1,602cc engine, and from 2004, Yamaha increased the engine displacement to 1,670cc.

Along with the 2004 engine displacement increase, the bike also benefited from design changes that included tubeless tires mounted on lightweight aluminum wheels, different color engine covers, and a skinnier belt drive.

The Road Star was manufactured without any modifications until 2008 when the manufacturer introduced a new electronically controlled fuel injection system that offered smoother and faster throttle response and acceleration.

In 2005, Yamaha released the Road Star Silverado, a standard machine with additional touring accessories, delivering the same performance and handling but also the same classic appearance.

The bike was fitted with a large windscreen that offered more protection against weather and debris, a passenger backrest for more comfort, and large leather-covered saddlebags for extra storage.

In the power department, the 2005 Yamaha Road Star Silverado had mounted underneath its fuel tank a powerful, stylish, and reliable 1,670cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine, boasting 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.

At the time of its release, the 2005 Yamaha Road Star Silverado was for sale at an MSRP of $12,699, but in 2023, the bike went down to a price of only $3,000.