Yamaha Raider

'Yamaha Raider'
Manufacturer	[[Yamaha]]
Also called	Raider Bullet Cowl, Raider S
Production	2008 - 2018
Class	[[:Category:Cruiser motorcycles|Cruiser]] [[Category:Cruiser motorcycles]]
Engine	v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke	100.0mm x 118.0mm
Compression ratio	9.5:1
Torque	123.18 ft/lbs (167.0 Nm) @ 2500RPM
Ignition	transistor controlled ignition
Spark Plug	NGK DPR8EA-9 `08-16
Battery	9.5:1
Transmission	Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: belt Clutch: wet multi-disc
Suspension	Front: telescopic fork Rear: swingarm
Brakes	Front: double disc. hydraulic. Rear: single disc. hydraulic.
Front Tire	120/70-21
Rear Tire	210/40-18
Wheelbase	70.91 inches (1801 mm)
Length	101.18 inches (2570 mm)
Width	36.42 inches (925 mm)
Height	45.91 inches (1166 mm)
Seat Height	27.4 inches (696 mm)
Weight	692.03 pounds (313.9 Kg) (dry), 332.9 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity	4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters)
Fuel Consumption	5.60 liters/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Manuals	Service Manual

The Yamaha Raider was a v2, four-stroke Cruiser motorcycle produced by Yamaha between 2008 and 2018. Max torque was 123.18 ft/lbs (167.0 Nm) @ 2500 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 100.0mm bore x 118.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1851.8 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70-21 front tire and a 210/40-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. hydraulic. in the front and a single disc. hydraulic. in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a swingarm. The Raider was fitted with a 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 692.03 pounds (313.9 Kg). The wheelbase was 70.91 inches (1801 mm) long.

2009 Yamaha Raider S

The S trim of the 2009 MY Raider is laden with plenty of custom culture-inspired elements, adding even more to the bike's already precious styling. A raked-out fork, beefier rear tire, the low, slammed seat and tank-mounted console, and the aggressive position are complemented by a bevy of chrome parts and backed by blistering performance.

The 1854cc air-cooled v-twin packs incredible torque right off idle, while the 5-speed transmission and hassle-free belt drive add to the overall convenience. Add in self-canceling turn signals, a sealed battery and multiple optional accessories to get a better picture of how cool this flagship machine really is.

2009 Yamaha Raider

Custom cruiser looks, premium-class performance, yet both offered for a series bike price, is this possible? If you need clarifications, take a look at the 2009 MY Raider and you'll most likely find all the answers you need.

Cue a massive 1854cc air-cooled v-twin, superb handling and a slammed position which offers a solid, reassuring foothold when stopped, top-drawer chrome accents in all the right places and all the passing power and low-end torque you could ever desire. Blacked-out parts, custom-look machined rims and a massive head-turning factor are also on the menu.

2010 Yamaha Raider

Yamaha's Raider was inspired by the custom chopper movement, beginning therefore, a custom chopper line of mass production. The Raider continues Yamaha's "Star" line, making them the most diverse V-Twin offer on the market. The 1854cc air-cooled, pushrod 48-degree V-twin pumps out max torque at just 2500 rpm and max power at 4500 rpm for powerful, relaxed cruising. Plated cylinders and forged pistons cooled by oil jets provide outstanding reliability and long life. Twin counterbalancers keep things smooth but rumbly.

2010 Yamaha Raider S

“S” model gets even more chrome: chrome triple clamps, fork sliders, air box cover, engine covers, headlight housing, handlebar risers, etc. Yamaha's Raider was inspired by the custom chopper movement, beginning therefore, a custom chopper line of mass production. The Raider continues Yamaha's "Star" line, making them the most diverse V-Twin offer on the market. The 1854cc air-cooled, pushrod 48-degree V-twin pumps out max torque at just 2500 rpm and max power at 4500 rpm for powerful, relaxed cruising. Plated cylinders and forged pistons cooled by oil jets provide outstanding reliability and long life. Twin counterbalancers keep things smooth but rumbly.

2011 Yamaha Raider

The 2011 MY Raider is a dark custom-looks bike providing riders with a ton of bespoke character a a fraction of the price other custom machines are sold for. There's plenty of chrome on the Raider, complemented with darkened shiny accents, a black-trimmed engine and impeccable paint that's sworn to turn heads.

Low and lean, the 2011 MY Raider has a tank-mounted slammed console, raked-out forks, custom-look exhausts and cleverly-integrated modern technology for a smooth ride, enhanced performance and better fuel consumption for the 1854cc v-twin.

2011 Yamaha Raider S

The 2011 MY Raider S packs custom cruiser looks and top-notch engineering, being a bike which will turn a lot of heads wherever it will appear, even though getting the money for it will not ruin you. The Raider S boasts a low seat, a classic chopped fender, raked-out forms and makes liberal us of chrome, but all this still doesn't make it blingy or excessively flamboyant.

The heart of the 2011 MY Raider S is an air-cooled 1854cc v-twin fed through a dual-bore injection system, with the presence of the throttle position adding to the sharp acceleration and precise feel of the bike. If you want custom looks ex works at a fraction of the price a workshop would ask, the Raider S is the way to go.

2012 Yamaha Raider

The 2012 MY Yamaha Raider is a chopper-styled bike evoking the classic design of the machines prowling the streets and highways tens of years ago. However, the “classic” stops at the looks: the bike is literally loaded with all the best of Yamaha's technology and offers stunning performance in terms of both riding and feel.

Moved around by the brawny 1854cc V-twin equipping the big Star bikes, the 2012 MY Yamaha Raider's fuel injection with throttle position sensor ensures fast, predictable and lag-free acceleration for a confident ride. The raked out fork and pulled back handlebars are a great match for the low, laid-back sculpted seat and front-mounted controls, while the riding pleasure is enhanced by the belt final drive.

The retro tanktop-mounted instrumentation is both easy to read and complements the overall styling of the bike perfectly. If a nifty, jewel-like chopper is your game but don't want to enter the HOG, the 2012 MY Yamaha Raider might just fit the bill.

2012 Yamaha Raider S

So you saw the 2012 MY Yamaha Raider and liked it, but still felt like you'd be happier with a lot of chrome on your bike? Then the 2012 MY Raider S is the one for you: a classic chopper styling mixed with the best modern-day technology Yamaha has to offer, all packed into a bike with a sleek yet commanding look, retaining all the time-approved details which make a bike great.

The 2012 MY Yamaha Raider S sports the same powerful fuel injection 1854cc V-twin with throttle position sensor ensuring fast, predictable and lag-free acceleration for a confident ride. The raked out fork and pulled back handlebars have been kept in place, as they look awesome and are a great match for the low, laid-back sculpted seat and front-mounted controls.

Tank-mounted instruments mean a cleaner front-end for a meaner look and together with the 21” front wheel and fat dual exhausts underline the bold character of this chopper.

2013 Yamaha Raider S

If you liked the Raider but still feel like you'd be happier with a lot of chrome on your bike, then the 2012 Raider S is the bike for you: a classic chopper styling mixed with the best modern-day technology Yamaha has to offer, all packed into a bike with a sleek yet commanding look and huge dual exhausts.

The 2012 Yamaha Raider S sports the same powerful fuel injection 1854cc V-twin with throttle position sensor ensuring fast, predictable and lag-free acceleration for a confident ride. The raked out fork and pulled back handlebars have been kept in place, as they look awesome and are a great match for the low, laid-back sculpted seat and front-mounted controls.

Tank-mounted instruments mean a cleaner front-end for a meaner look and together with the 21” front wheel they underline the bold character of this chopper bringing backs the design of yore.

2013 Yamaha Raider

Looking for a classic chopper with a darkened menacing look, but becoming a HOG member is out of the question? Sob no longer and test ride a 2012 Yamaha Raider. Classic chopper styling mixed with the best modern-day technology Yamaha has to offer, all packed into a bike with a sleek yet commanding look.

The 2012 Yamaha Raider rides away with the fuel injection 1854cc V-twin with throttle position sensor ensuring fast, predictable and lag-free acceleration for a confident ride. The raked out fork and pulled back handlebars are a great match for the low, laid-back sculpted seat and front-mounted controls, while the hassle-free riding pleasure is enhanced by the belt final drive.

With the seat beings both comfortable and cool-looking, the 2012 Yamaha Raider boasts the time-approved lines and having the classic styling mixed with the impeccable craftsmanship and top-notch painting will surely turn a lot of heads.

2014 Yamaha Raider S

If custom looks for a modern-era chopper and lush chrome details is what you're after, then the 2013 Star Raider S might be the one you've been looking for. Sporting the same impeccable engineering and craftsmanship the base Raider proudly displays, the S version brings in liberal use of chrome for a more classic look: the clamps, fork sliders, airbox and engine covers, headlight and risers, they're all shiny now for an exquisite attire.

Add in the custom-look 5-spoked aluminum wheels and slammed tanktop-mounted controls for a mean, aggressive look and forward foot controls. The 2013 Star Raider S is the perfect bike for those who want classic looks with modern technology in a package which will surely turn heads.

2014 Yamaha Raider

The 2013 Star Raider is a modern expression of the old-school custom chopper movement, and it brings together both the iconic looks and the present-day technology which ensures a smooth and rewarding ride. The rake reaches 39-degree with the 6-degree yoke and this adds to the impressive stretched out stance and commanding look. The massive v-twin is electronically controlled and air cooled and is capable to deliver staggering torque almost right off idle.

The 2013 Raider boasts an aluminum frame so the bike is lighter than some would believe, adding to the nimble and flowing handling. The brakes are extremely powerful, thanks to the dual 298mm rotors in the front and the massive 310mm one in the rear, so the bike can be effortlessly tamed. Custom-look 5-spoke wheels and long rear fender complete the looks of this classic machine.

2015 Yamaha Raider S

In the world of custom-looking cruisers with a production bike price tag, it doesn't get much better than the 2015 MY Yamaha Raider S. This machine has the jaw-dropping performance and state-of-the art technologies as the base model, but with a lot more chrome, to add a shiny and custom look to the already brilliant Raider. Chromed triple clamps, chromed fork sliders, chromed air box cover, chromed engine covers, chrome seems to be the word on everyone's lips when they talk about this machine.

And, with the addition of the big and fat 21/18 tires and wheels, plus a custom-like 6-degree yoke angle usually found on much more expensive one-of-a-kind choppers, this machine is sure to attract every bit of attention a bike of its stature deserves.

2015 Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl

Yamaha have introduced a new model in its Star family, in the embodiment of the 2015 MY Yamaha Raider Bullet Cowl. This new custom chopper sports some never before-seen features on a Star bike, such as a 6-degree yoke angle, which pushes the custom-like look even further, and the tallest and widest tires ever fitted in Yamaha's cruiser class, 120/70-21 front and 210/40-18, mounted on custom five-spoke wheels.

In the engine department, the Raider boasts a massive, air-cooled, 1854cc V-twin, which reaches peak torque at just 2500 rpm, ideal for motorway cruising or steep mountain roads. Yamaha's attention to detail on this machine is unparalleled, with a jewel-like finish, Star quality paint, chrome-embellished exhausts and engine accents, and red pinstripes on the blacked-out rims.

2015 Yamaha Raider

The 2015 MY Yamaha Raider is a cruiser from the Star family that is sure to please even the most pretentious cruiser fan. The machine has asphalt-crushing grunt combined with superbike-like handling and custom-like looks, all in an affordable package. An air-cooled, 1854cc V-twin delivers massive amounts of torque, even in the low revs.

The chassis is aluminum, but still strong enough to house the bulky big-bore engine, substantially lowering the machines weight, which translates in a nimble and light handling. The looks are complemented by the custom-like five-spoked wheels, which have wide tires mounted on them.