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2005Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700

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The 2005 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic American-style touring comfort with modern reliability. Its 1670cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, low-end torque ideal for relaxed highway riding and long-distance cruising. Known for its aggressive styling, comfortable ergonomics, and shaft-drive dependability, it appeals to riders prioritizing presence and cruising capability.

Capacity
1670.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
Not on record
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Seat height
709 mm
Power
86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 40Agility 35Comfort 75Off-road 5Touring 60Road manners 60
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering30%
City riding45%
Daily riding60%
Touring62%
Two-up65%
Track10%
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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At 709mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2005 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
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
Other
Color options
Raven

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 20042005
Capacity 1670 cc 1670 cc
Seat height 709 mm 709 mm
Fuel capacity 20.1 L 20.1 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700?

The 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Yamaha Road Star Midnight Silverado 1700 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

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