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Model Type	Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)	$15,190.00
Dealers	Yamaha Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	OHV - Pushrod
Compression Ratio	9.48:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70-21
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	210/40-18
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	70.9 / 1800.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.2 / 15.9

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By George A. Culbert III(Owner), Nov. 9, 2012

Looking for a bike that has it all and does it all for the road and turns heads doing it. Well Yamaha did it with the Raider. It is a big, powerful bike first in its class. A low and wide seat will let you ride in comfort for as long as you want to stay in the saddle. A beefy look with stylish clean... Read Full Review

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Best cruiser on the market!!!

By jeff reece(Owner), Aug. 15, 2012

Bought it not long ago...has the looks of a Custom Harley without that pesky puddle of oil under it in your garage...plus it will SMOKE any stock Harley...period Read Full Review

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