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2012 Yamaha Roadliner S
Bigger really is better.
And it's hard to argue with 113 of them. Our biggest V-Twin is also our boldest, with a highly advanced fuel-injected engine producing peak torque at only 2500 rpm. And an aluminum frame for the kind of solid, precise handling nothing else in its class can touch. The Roaliner S gets chrome switchgear, front brake and clutch master cylinders and levers, belt guard, fork and fork covers, handlebar clamps, shifter, front pulley cover, various engine covers, rear fender stay and polished wheels.
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Key Features - The Roadliner S gets chrome switchgear, front brake and clutch master cylinders and levers, belt guard, fork and fork covers, handlebar clamps, shifter, front pulley cover, various engine covers, rear fender stay and polished wheels.
Key Features - The Star® Accessories Catalog is packed full of high-quality parts that invite Star owners to fully express their individuality.
Key Features - Powerful and beautiful 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod V-twin produces great thrust at any speed.
Key Features - Twin-bore downdraft electronic fuel injection ensures optimum engine ef?ciency and throttle response in the widest possible range of conditions.
Key Features - Neo-streamline design, gives the Roadliner S a completely distinctive look.
Key Features - Long and low aluminum frame provides great looks and light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser, thanks to a low center of gravity feel and a near 50/50 weight distribution on the front and rear wheels.
Key Features - A sculpted seat makes the Roadliner S an excellent place to sit on long rides.
Key Features - The Roadliner S achieves fuel economy up to an estimated 42 mpg** with a fuel tank that holds 4.5 gallons of gas.
Engine - 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled pushrod 48-degree V-twin has massive looks and performance.
Engine - Four pushrod-activated valves and two spark plugs per cylinder provide optimum combustion efficiency along with classically beautiful engine architecture.
Engine - Plated cylinders and forged pistons cooled by oil jets provide outstanding reliability and long life. Twin counterbalancers keep things smooth but rumbly.
Engine - 9.48:1 compression ratio and aggressive cam timing increase power output across the board.
Engine - Computer-controlled, twin-bore, fuel-injection monitors multiple engine parameters to calculate perfect mixture under all conditions; a wide-angle 12-hole fuel injectors provide excellent atomization.
Engine - Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP) inside the two-into-one exhaust system boosts torque in the 2500-3000 rpm range.
Engine - Special custom machining of the cooling fin edges gives a jewel-like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles.
Engine - 3300 rpm at 75 mph gives some idea of the Roadliner's power and cruisability. Maximum torque is reached at only 2500 rpm.
Chassis/Suspension - Aluminum frame is light, rigid, and requires few welds. A light, Controlled-Fill swingarm casting complements the bike’s streamline style.
Chassis/Suspension - With 49.6 percent of its weight carried on the front wheel, the Roadliner S has the weight distribution of a sportbike instead of the typical cruiser, and that means great handling.
Chassis/Suspension - 46mm fork tubes wearing slant-cut stainless covers serve up an excellent ride and a sweet appearance.
Chassis/Suspension - A tucked-out-of-sight single shock with adjustable spring preload out back provides a smooth ride under varying loads.
Chassis/Suspension - A thick, richly chromed 1.25-inch handlebar in polished clamps carries the Roadliner’s switchgear wiring on the inside.
Chassis/Suspension - Flangeless, teardrop fuel tank carries a full 4.5 gallons of fuel.
Chassis/Suspension - 12-spoke wheels evoke a thick spoke look, but carry modern tubeless radial tires; a 130/70-18 front and a fat 190/60-17 rear.
Chassis/Suspension - Front brake master cylinder with integrated lever operates a pair of 298mm front discs squeezed by strong monoblock calipers for excellent power and feel.
Chassis/Suspension - Strong and light belt final drive routes power smoothly and efficiently to the rear wheel.
Chassis/Suspension - Floating floorboards and an adjustable heel/toe shifter help provide a comfortable, low-effort ride.
Additional Features - A sculpted seat makes the Roadliner S an excellent place to sit on long rides.
Additional Features - Position beams within the main headlight housing provide great visibility.
Additional Features - Left-thumb operated high-beam switch, and right-thumb activated accessory driving light switch for great visibility.
Additional Features - Classic clock-style instrumentation complements Roadliner S’s neo-retro look and contains analog speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge, along with twin digital tripmeters, odometer and self-diagnostics.
Additional Features - Bright multi-reflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses give a custom look.
New for 2012: The 2012 Roadliner S features a redesigned tank emblem for a modern look.
2012 Yamaha Roadliner S
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled 48° V-twin; pushrod OHV, 4 valves/cylinder
- Bore x Stroke
- 100mm x 118mm
- Compression Ratio
- 9.48:1
- Fuel Delivery
- Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor
- Fuel Capacity
- 4.5 gal.
- Fuel Economy
- 42 mpg
Transmission
- Final Drive
- Belt
- Ignition
- TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
- Transmission
- 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- 46mm telescopic fork; 5.1-in travel
- Suspension Rear
- Single shock; 4.3-in travel
- Brake Front
- Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm
- Brake Rear
- Hydraulic disc, 320mm
- Tires Front
- 130/70-18
- Tires Rear
- 190/60-17
- Frame
- Aluminum monoshock
Dimensions
- Seat Height
- 27.8 in
- Wet Weight
- 750 lb
- Length
- 102.0 in
- Width
- 41.5 in
- Height
- 43.3 in
- Wheelbase
- 67.5 in
- Ground Clearance
- 6.1 in
General Information
- Warranty
- 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)




