Cruisers
2004Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700
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The 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 is a cruiser motorcycle designed for riders seeking classic American-style touring comfort. Powered by an air-cooled 1670cc V-twin engine, it delivers reliable low-end torque ideal for relaxed highway cruising. Known for its retro styling, low seat height, and comfortable ergonomics, this model appeals to both experienced cruiser enthusiasts and those transitioning to larger displacement bikes.
- Capacity
- 1670.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Seat height
- 709 mm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and highway trips where a big air-cooled V-twin thump matters more than outright speed or cornering agility.
- Built for
- A classic American-style cruiser character with a big-inch OHV V-twin, belt drive, and traditional custom styling that rewards a smooth, unhurried riding style.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, sport-bike acceleration, or any kind of off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1670.0 ccm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Bore x stroke
- 97.0 x 113.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1689 mm
- Overall length
- 2499 mm
- Overall width
- 980 mm
- Overall height
- 1501 mm
- Seat height
- 709 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 20.10 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium
- Front suspension
- 43mm Telescopic fork with adjustable preload
- Rear suspension
- Single shock, link-type
- Front wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1670.00 ccm (101.90 cubic inches) | 1670.00 ccm (101.90 cubic inches) |
| Seat height | 709 mm (27.9 inches) | 709 mm (27.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) |
| Color options | — | Raven |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 1 open recallEQUIPMENTAug 2010 · 10E041000
YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN ACCESSORY YAMAHA DOUBLE "T" FAT HANDLEBARS , PART NUMBERS STR-5PX75-12-00 AND STR-4WM75-12-00, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 2008 THROUGH JULY 31, 2009, TO BE USED ON MODEL YEAR 2002-2009 XV1700PC WARRIOR, 1999-2003 VX1600 AND 2004-2010 XV1700 ROAD STAR MOTORCYCLES. THESE HANDLEBARS MAY HAVE TUBING THINNER THAN DESIGNED WHERE THE BARS NARROW FOR THE SWITCH HOUSINGS AND GRIPS.
Risk: THE AFFECTED HANDLEBARS COULD BE WEAK ENOUGH IN THE AREA TO BREAK. SHOULD THIS BREAKAGE OCCUR WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE IS BEING OPERATED, THE OPERATOR COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: YAMAHA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED HANDLEBARS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-962-7926.
Source: NHTSA. View all Yamaha recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700?
The 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 has a Capacity of 1670.0 ccm (101.91 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 have?
The 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 has a Power of 86.0 HP (63.3 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 have?
The 2004 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
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