2016 Yamaha Star Raider Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Yamaha's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2016 Yamaha Star Raider features a 1851.9 cc (113 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.0 x 118.0 mm (3.9 x 4.6 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Star Raider measures 331 kg (730 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 696 mm (27.4 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,801 mm (70.9 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 286 km (178 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2010 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~286 km (178 mi)
Engine
Displacement1851.9 ccm (113.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 118.0 mm (3.9 x 4.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionTransistor Controlled Ignition
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc
Performance
Fuel Consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, aluminium
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionSwingarm
Rear Travel89 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1801 mm (70.9 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-21
Rear Tyre210/40-18
Front BrakesDouble disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Wheels5-spoke cast
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.331.0 kg (729.7 pounds)
Seat Height696 mm (27.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
