Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which has more power?

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 produces 72 hp @ 4,750 rpm (estimated — Yamaha did not officially publish figures for this model); Yamaha Raider 1900 produces 100 hp @ 4,750 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model). Yamaha Raider 1900 wins by 28 hp.

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 185 km/h (estimated; electronically limited in some markets), Yamaha Raider 1900 185 km/h (estimated; note: not a performance-focused model).

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 358 kg (wet/curb weight), Yamaha Raider 1900 317 kg (wet/curb weight).

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average, Yamaha Raider 1900 7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average. Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 7.8/10 and Yamaha Raider 1900 7.8/10. Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 caveat: Short riders or beginners nervous about weight. Yamaha Raider 1900 caveat: New riders or anyone prioritizing tight urban commuting.

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which is better for beginners?

Both are reasonable first-bike candidates. Yamaha Stratoliner 1900: 72 hp. Yamaha Raider 1900: 100 hp.

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha Stratoliner 1900: 358 kg, 72 hp. Yamaha Raider 1900: 317 kg, 100 hp.

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha Stratoliner 1900 vs Yamaha Raider 1900. Yamaha Stratoliner 1900: 72 hp @ 4,750 rpm (estimated — Yamaha did not officially publish figures for this model) hp, 358 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; electronically limited in some markets), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Yamaha Raider 1900: 100 hp @ 4,750 rpm (estimated; Yamaha did not officially publish power figures for this model) hp, 317 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated; note: not a performance-focused model), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.