Cruisers
2016Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl
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The 2016 Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl is a cruiser designed for riders seeking classic American-style appeal with modern reliability. Known for its aggressive styling with the distinctive bullet cowl fairing, it delivers comfortable cruising performance with a fuel-efficient air-cooled engine and stable handling through its aluminum frame and responsive suspension geometry.
- Capacity
- 1854.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 332.9 kg
- Seat height
- 696 mm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for boulevard cruising and making a bold visual statement rather than for outright speed, cornering agility, or long-distance efficiency.
- Built for
- A chopper-styled power cruiser with a big-bore air-cooled V-twin, aggressive raked-out stance, and custom bike aesthetics that prioritize style, torque feel, and presence over precision handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight, nimble ride in tight urban traffic.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 1854.0 ccm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 130 CO2 g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2704 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 118.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1801 mm
- Overall length
- 2570 mm
- Overall width
- 925 mm
- Overall height
- 1166 mm
- Seat height
- 696 mm
- Wet weight
- 332.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- All-aluminum cast frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 89 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-21
- Rear tyre
- 210/40-18
Other
- Color options
- Raven
- Warranty
- 12
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 | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1854 cc | 1854 cc |
| Seat height | 696 mm | 696 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.9 L | 15.9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl?
The 2016 Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl has a Capacity of 1854.0 ccm (113.14 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl have?
The 2016 Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl has a Power of 90.0 HP (66.2 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl have?
The 2016 Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl weigh?
The 2016 Yamaha Star Raider Bullet Cowl has a Wet weight of 332.9 kg (733.9 pounds).
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