2012 Yamaha Roadliner S Traditional Classic Design

The 2012 Yamaha 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. Yamaha Roadliner S Powerful and beautiful 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod V-twin produces great thrust at any speed. Roadliner S with twin-bore downdraft electronic fuel injection provides optimum engine efficiency and throttle response in the widest possible range of conditions, neo-streamline design gives the Roadliner S a completely distinctive look and Long and low aluminum frame provides great looks and light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser. The Roadliner S achieves fuel economy up to an estimated 42 mpg with a fuel tank that holds 4.5 gallons of gas. A sculpted seat makes the Roadliner S an excellent place to sit on long rides. The 2012 Roadliner S features a redesigned tank emblem for a modern look.

Yamaha Roadliner S engine features 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod 48-degree V-twin has massive looks and performance. Four pushrod-activated valves and two spark plugs per cylinder provides optimum combustion efficiency. Ceramic-composite plated cylinders for superior heat dissipation with forged pistons cooled by oil jets. Provides outstanding reliability and longer engine life. 9.48:1 compression ratio and aggressive cam timing increase power output across the board. Roadliner S with Computer-controlled, twin-bore, fuel injection monitors multiple engine parameters to calculate perfect mixture under all conditions; wide-angle 12-hole fuel injectors provide excellent atomization. 3300 rpm at 75 mph gives some idea of the Roadliner S’s power and cruisability. Maximum torque is reached at only 2500 rpm. Special custom-machining of the cooling fin edges gives a jewel-like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles.

The 2012 Yamaha Roadliner S chassis features aluminum frame is light, rigid, and requires few welds for a smooth, clean look. A light, Controlled-Fill die-cast swingarm complements the bike’s streamline style and reduces unsprung weight for great handling and 46mm fork tubes serve up an excellent ride and a sweet appearance. Yamaha Roadliner S tucked-out-of-sight single shock with adjustable spring preload out back provides a smooth ride under varying loads. Thick, richly chromed 1.25-inch handlebar in chrome clamps carries the Stratoliner Deluxe’s switchgear wiring on the inside. With 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 for excellent grip. Front brake master cylinder with integrated lever operates a pair of 298mm front discs squeezed by strong monoblock calipers for excellent power, feel, and great style. Strong-and-light belt final drive routes power smoothly and efficiently to the rear wheel.

A sculpted seat makes the Roadliner S an excellent place to sit on long rides. Improves long range comfort. Position beams within the main headlight housing provide great visibility. Left-thumb operated high-beam switch, and right-thumb activated accessory driving light switch for great visibility. Roadliner S classic clock-style instrumentation complement Roadliner S’s neo-retro look and contains analog speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge, along with twin digital tripmeters and odometer. Bright multireflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses give a custom look.