Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 2012, 2013
The 2012 Yamaha Road Star Silverado S was a cruiser motorcycle part of the Road Star line. The Road Star series appeared in 1999 under the XV1600 designation, and Yamaha Wild Star was known in the European market.
Over its production time, the series underwent several modifications, including the 2004 displacement increase and additional design changes, such as tubeless tires, aluminum wheels, a different color for the engine cases, and a slimmer belt drive.
Another significant change brought to the Road Star series was the introduction of a new fuel injection system in 2008 that delivered smoother throttle response, faster acceleration, better fuel efficiency, and fewer emissions.
The Road Star family comprised several versions with slightly different styles, including the touring-oriented Silverado, the blacked-out Midnight model, the Silverado S version that featured more chrome, and the Midnight Silverado that combined a blacked-out trim with touring accessories.
The 2012 Yamaha Road Star Silverado S was identical to the standard version but with additional chrome elements. It packed a mid-sized adjustable windscreen for protection, a dual seat with a passenger backrest, and side-mounted panniers for more storage.
Also, the big, powerful machine had a pulled-back handlebar, a low seating position, and forward-mounted floorboards, resulting in a laid-back and relaxed riding experience. In addition, on the front end, the bike packed two passing lights joined by two turn signals with clear lenses.
The power came from a massive 1,670cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine fed by an electronically-controlled fuel injection system, delivering 75 hp at 4,750 rpm and 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.
In 2023, the 2012 Yamaha Road Star Silverado S was for sale at an average price of $7,145.
engine specs | Type: | 4-stroke, Air-cooled, OHV, 8-valve, V-twin | Displacement: | 1670 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.8x4.4 in OR 97 mm | Compression Ratio: | 8.4:1 | Horsepower: | 75/4750 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 83/3500 lb-ft/RPM OR 113/3500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Fuel injection |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5 Speed | Clutch: | Wet, multiplate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Belt |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Steel | Front Suspension: | 43mm fork; 5.5-in travel | Rear Suspension: | Single shock; 4.3-in travel | Front Brake: | Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm | Rear Brake: | Hydraulic disc, 320mm |
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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: | 5.7 in OR 145 mm | Weight: | 773 lbs OR 351 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.8 gallons OR 18.2 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 130/90-16M/C 67H | Rear: | 150/80B16M/C 71H |
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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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