YAMAHA Road Star Silverado (2007-2008) Specs, Performance & Photos

Back in 1999, the XV1600 was released in the cruiser world under the Road Star designation in the American market and Wild Star in the European market. The Touring machine was first released in 1999 and dropped from production in 2014 when Yamaha discarded the Road Star line from their range.

Over its production period, the Road Star didn't feature many changes, except for the displacement increase in 2004 from 1,602cc to 1,670cc and the introduction of a new fuel injection system in 2008, delivering smoother throttle response, faster acceleration, and even lower emissions.

Along with the 2004 displacement modification, the manufacturer also introduced several design changes, including a new set of lightweight aluminum wheels with tubeless tires, a slimmer final belt drive, and a different color on the engine cases.

The cruiser motorcycle was available in a Silverado version that included several touring-oriented accessories, such as a tall windscreen for weather and debris protection, studded passenger and rider seats with a studded pillion backrest, and side-mounted saddlebags for extended storage.

The Road Star motorcycle was also made available in a Midnight version, the included a blacked-out trim with a black engine, chromed fines, other chromed accents, and a black-finished livery. For several years, the machine came in an S package that offered even more chrome.

In 2007, Yamaha released the Road Star Silverado, a touring machine that packed a stylish 1,670cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine with 75 hp on board at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.

When it was released in 2007, the Yamaha Road Star Silverado had an MSRP of $13,099, while in 2023 (at the time of writing), that bike was sold at an average retail price of $3,975.