2005 Yamaha Road Star Midnight

Additional Features:

• Industry-leading Star Family fit and finish features rich, lustrous paint and extensive chrome accents that create a machine as stunning as it is powerful.
• Deeply valanced steel fenders combine timeless styling with rugged durability.
• LED taillight is flush mounted on the rear fender for a custom look with LED bulbs that are brighter than conventional bulbs and draw less electrical current.
• Ultra-thin, tank-mounted speedometer features a stylish design and provides easy reading of odometer, dual tripmeters, clock and fuel gauge as well as low fuel, high beam, turn signal, neutral and engine diagnostic indicator lights.
• Clear turn signal lens with amber bulbs and chrome rear turn signal stay give a custom look.
• Wide, swept-back, 1-inch-diameter, rubber-mounted handlebars are easy to reach and reduce vibration to minimize fatigue.
• Full-size floating-type rider floorboards with rubber inserts are roomy and comfortably positioned and help reduce vibration.
• 5.3-gallon fuel tank with low-fuel warning light means exceptional cruising range.
• Seat and fork locks both integrated into main ignition switch for extra convenience.
• Handy dual underseat helmet holders.
• Powerful 12V 60/55-watt halogen headlight maximizes nighttime visibility and comes with beautiful chrome finish.
• 12V 18AH maintenance-free battery ensures fuss-free, dependable starting.

Chassis/Suspension:

• Solid-mounted engine housed in specially designed rigid, double-cradle frame features a stylish 32° rake.
• Extra-long 66.5-inch wheelbase creates long and low retro profile, added rider comfort and well-balanced handling.
• Telescopic 43mm preload adjustable front forks with stainless steel covers and 5.5 inches of travel stylishly smooth out the bumps.
• Link-type, preload-adjustable single rear shock with 4.3 inches of travel lowers center of gravity for excellent handling and plusher ride quality.
• Rear shock is tucked out of sight for a classic, hardtail look.
• Separate subframe positioned under deeply valanced rear fender allows easy customization with numerous accessible mounting points.
• Aluminum front brake and clutch levers are designed for a big, beefy feel.
• 16-inch cast wheels shod with tubeless tires for a classic, yet sporty look while providing confidence-inspiring handling and excellent grip.
• Dual 298mm front disc brakes feature 4-piston calipers (that come straight off the YZF-R1) with aluminum pistons and sintered brake pads for strong, linear confidence-inspiring stopping power.
• Rear brake setup features 320mm single disc with single piston pin-slide type caliper for strong stopping power.
• Lightweight and high-strength final drive belt provides long life and quiet operation.

Engine:

• 102 cubic-inch air-cooled, long-stroke, OHV 48° twin engine pumps out huge amounts of torque barely off idle for brisk acceleration and fantastic overall cruising performance. Black-painted engine with polished fins for aggressive appearance.
• Pushrod valve actuation keeps overall engine height down and ensures more uniform heat dissipation due to the lack of a cam chain case.
• Hydraulic valve lifters driven by twin camshafts deliver exceptional performance and less maintenance.
• Smooth-shifting 5-speed transmission with 5th-gear overdrive delivers outstanding cruising performance with low rpm at highway speeds.
• Heel-toe shifter adds versatility and enhances overall cruising comfort.
• Ceramic composite cylinder bore plating ensures greater durability due to optimal heat dissipation.
• Dry sump lubrication system uses a handy spin-on filter and creates lower center of gravity by helping keep overall engine height to a minimum.
• Electric starting system features solenoid-activated auto-decompressor for easy, dependable starting.
• 2-into-2 exhaust system features beefy, staggered shotgun dual pipes putting out a soulful V-twin exhaust tune.

New for 2005:

• Road Star Midnight model features a beautifully finished chrome front end, a sumptuous studded seat, and special “Midnight Star” logo on speedometer face.
• More chrome: handlebar switches, master cylinder, and front brake and clutch levers get the shiny treatment.