2009 Yamaha Raider® S

2009 Yamaha Raider® S

113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod 48-degree V-twin pumps out max torque at just 2500 rpm and max power at 4500 rpm for powerful, relaxed cruising.

Four pushrod-activated valves and two spark plugs per cylinder provide optimum combustion efficiency along with classically beautiful engine architecture.

9.48:1 compression ratio and aggressive cam timing increase power output across the board.

Computer-controlled, twin-bore, fuel injection monitors multiple engine parameters to calculate perfect mixture under all conditions; wide-angle 12-hole fuel injectors provide excellent atomization.

A 3.5-liter airbox is hidden in the area behind the fuel tank for great performance and clean styling.

Custom exhaust inspired, “down-swept” design, two-into-one-into- two exhaust with Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP®)inside boosts torque in the 2500-3500-rpm range.

All-aluminum frame is light, rigid and tuned for light, athletic handling. A light, Controlled-Fill, aluminum swingarm casting complements the bike’s lithe style.

A 6-degree yoke angle—the first ever on a street-legal Star Motorcycle—makes it possible to achieve that custom look as well as natural handling and straight-line cruisability: 34-degree rake plus 6 degrees yoke angle gives total rake of 40 degrees and 102mm of trail, while bringing the fork closer to the steering axis.

Custom 5-spoke wheels carry a 120/70-21-inch bias tire up front, and a wide, 210/40-18 radial out back—the tallest and widest ever on a Star. 46mm fork tubes serve up an excellent ride and a sweet appearance through 5.1 inches of wheel travel.

A tucked-out-of-sight single shock out back provides a smooth ride under varying loads.

New flangeless fuel tank carries a full 4.1 gallons of fuel.

Left-thumb operated high-beam switch, and right-thumb activated accessory driving light switch for great visibility

Jewel-like fit and finish, and Star quality paint, chrome and attention to detail are evident all over the Raider S.

Cool, tank-mounted instrumentation complements the custom look, and contains analog speedometer and fuel gauge, along with twin digital tripmeters, odometer and self-diagnostics.

Bright multi-reflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses give a custom look.

Oxygen sensor and three-way catalyst reduce emissions.