2008Yamaha Road Star Silverado

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The 2008 Yamaha Road Star Silverado is a cruiser-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance riding with classic styling. Its 1671cc V-twin engine delivers reliable power for highway cruising, while the hidden rear shock and 43mm front fork provide adequate suspension for extended journeys. Best known for combining traditional cruiser aesthetics with touring practicality and strong mid-range torque.

Capacity: 1671.6 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 323.0 kg
Seat height: 709 mm
Power: 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha Road Star Silverado

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Dry weight	327.0 kg (720.9 pounds)	323.0 kg (712.1 pounds)
Seat height	711 mm (28.0 inches)	709 mm (27.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	20.10 litres (5.31 US gallons)	17.80 litres (4.70 US gallons)
Front suspension	43mm Telescopic fork	43mm fork
Rear suspension	Single shock, link-type	Single shock

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding40%

Daily riding55%

Touring72%

Two-up68%

Track5%

Best for: Built as a laid-back highway cruiser for relaxed boulevard riding and light touring rather than outright performance.
Built for: A classic big-twin cruiser with a torquey air-cooled V-twin, belt drive smoothness, and a relaxed feet-forward riding stance.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 709mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Yamaha Road Star Silverado, 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: 1671.6 ccm
Power: 86.0 HP (63.3 kW)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2663 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 97.0 x 113.0 mm
Compression: 8.3:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet multiplate clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1689 mm
Overall length: 2499 mm
Overall width: 980 mm
Overall height: 1501 mm
Seat height: 709 mm
Dry weight: 323.0 kg
Wet weight: 351.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.80 litres
Ground clearance: 145 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel; hidden shock
Front suspension: 43mm fork
Rear suspension: Single shock
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 109 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.0°
Trail: 102 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: Blue

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	2006	2008	2009	2011	2012
Capacity	1670 cc	1672 cc	1672 cc	1672 cc	1672 cc
Dry weight	323 kg	323 kg	323 kg	323 kg	323 kg
Seat height	709 mm	709 mm	709 mm	709 mm	709 mm
Fuel capacity	20.1 L	17.8 L	17.9 L	17.9 L	17.9 L