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2012 Yamaha Raider S

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2012 Yamaha Raider S

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2012 Yamaha Raider S Specifications

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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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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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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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Good for a Metric
By yo mama(Enthusiast), Mar. 2, 2015
took it for a demo ride. would not trade my wide glide in for it, doesn't have the same feel or sound. a bike built for looks & not ergonomics. Could not wait to get back on my Harley. Read Full Review

 

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By Bob(Owner), Apr. 16, 2014
The first time I sat on the Raider in 08 my first words were " I gotta get me one of these"....this past October I bought a 2012 Nebulous Purple Raider S left over...all I can say is I'm not disappointed AT ALL ! Love everything about it...looks...power...feel. The only thing I wish is tha... Read Full Review

 

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