2006 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2006 Yamaha Road Star Midnight utilizes a 1670 cc (101.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) with a 8.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Road Star Midnight measures 308 kg (679 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 709 mm (27.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,689 mm (66.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 20.06-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2005 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
709 mm (27.9 in)
Engine
Displacement1670.0 ccm (101.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression8.3:1
Bore x Stroke97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 40mm Mikuni CV w/throttle position sensor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium
Front Suspension43mm Telescopic fork with adjustable preload
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock, link-type
Rear Travel109 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-16
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight308.0 kg (679.0 pounds)
Seat Height709 mm (27.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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