2012 Yamaha Road Star S

Additional Features:

• Industry-leading Star family fit and finish mean lustrous paint and extensive chrome accents that create a machine as stunning as it is powerful.
• Ultra-thin, tank-mounted speedometer features a stylish design and provides easy reading of odometer, dual trip meters, clock and fuel gauge as well as low fuel, high beam, turn signal, neutral and engine diagnostic indicator lights.
• LED taillight and clear turn signal lenses with amber bulbs for a custom look, great visibility and reduced current draw.
• Full-size floating-type rider floorboards with replaceable wear pad are roomy and comfortable.
• A two-piece heel / toe shifter and braided stainless clutch and throttle cables add even more comfort and style.
• The 4.8-gallon fuel tank with low-fuel warning light means exceptional cruising range.
• Seat and fork locks both integrated into main ignition switch for extra convenience.
• Handy underseat helmet holder.
• Powerful 12V 60/55-watt halogen headlight maximizes nighttime visibility and comes with beautiful chrome finish.
• The 12V 12-amp-hour maintenance-free battery provides fuss-free, dependable starting.
• Stainless steel braided throttle and clutch cables.

Chassis / Suspension:

• Solid-mounted engine housed in specially designed rigid-look, double-cradle frame features a stylish 32-degree rake.
• Extra-long 66.5-inch wheelbase creates long and low retro profile, added rider comfort for a great ride.
• Telescopic 43 mm front forks with stainless-steel covers and 5.5 inches of travel stylishly smooth out the bumps.
• Out-of-sight link-type, preload-adjustable rear shock provides 4.3 inches of wheel travel for great handling and a plush ride.
• The 16-inch cast wheels shod with tubeless tires for a classic look while providing confidence-inspiring handling and excellent grip.
• Dual 298 mm front disc brakes feature four-piston calipers with aluminum pistons and sintered brake pads for strong, linear stopping power, backed up by a 320 mm single rear disc.
• Lightweight and high-strength final drive belt provides long life and quiet operation.

Engine:

• The 102-cubic-inch (1,670 cc) air-cooled, pushrod OHV 48-degree V-twin pumps out huge amounts of torque barely off idle for brisk acceleration and fantastic overall cruising performance.
• Computer-controlled fuel injection monitors multiple engine parameters to calculate perfect mixture under nearly all conditions.
• Air cooling, hydraulic valve lifters and belt final drive. Reduces maintenance requirements to a minimum.
• Smooth-shifting five-speed transmission delivers outstanding cruising performance with low rpm at highway speeds.
• Dry sump lubrication system uses a handy spin-on filter and helps centralize mass by helping keep overall engine height to a minimum.
• Electric starting system features solenoid-activated auto decompressor for easy, dependable starting.
• Two-into-two exhaust system features beefy, staggered shotgun dual pipes putting out a soulful V-twin exhaust tune.

Key Features:

• The Road Star S gets chrome accents to the front end and stainless steel braided throttle and clutch cables, front fork and levers.
• Electronic fuel injection provides easy cold starting and flawless fuel delivery at nearly all altitudes and in nearly any conditions.
• The 102-cubic-inch (1,670 cc) V-twin powered beauty in a long and low hardtail-look frame, with plenty of customization potential built in. Modern engineering and materials, including ceramic-composite cylinder liners for superior heat dissipation.
• Air cooling, hydraulic valve lifters, and belt final drive reduce maintenance requirements to a minimum.
• Estimated 36 mpg means this cruiser is in for a long haul between fill-ups.
• The Star® Accessories Catalog is packed full of high-quality parts that invite Star owners to fully express their individuality.