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?S? model gets even more chrome: chrome triple clamps, fork sliders, air box cover, master cylinders, headlight housing, handlebar risers, etc.
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The newest Star was inspired by the custom chopper movement, but since it?s a Star, it had to also handle, stop and go.
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With the addition of this machine, the Star line offers the most diverse line of custom V-twins on the planet. |
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113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod 48-degree V-twin pumps out max torque at just 2500 rpm and max power at 4500 rpm for powerful, relaxed cruising.
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Four pushrod-activated valves and two spark plugs per cylinder provide optimum combustion efficiency along with classically beautiful engine architecture.
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Plated cylinders and forged pistons cooled by oil jets provide outstanding reliability and long life. Twin counterbalancers keep things smooth but rumbly.
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9.48:1 compression ratio and aggressive cam timing increase power output across the board.
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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.
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A 3.5-liter airbox is hidden in the area behind the fuel tank for great performance and a custom, airy look.
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Two-into-one-into-two exhaust with Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP) inside boosts torque in the 2500-3500 rpm range.
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Special custom-machining of the cooling fin edges gives a jewel-like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles.
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New design all-aluminum cast frame is light, rigid and tuned for light, athletic handling. A light, Controlled-Fill, aluminum swingarm casting complements the bike?s lithe style.
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Low, sculpted seat holds the rider in place, and pullback bars reach back to enforce a casual, urban cruising style.
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A 6-degree yoke angle?the first ever on a street-legal Star Motorcycle?makes it possible to achieve that custom look as well as natural handling and straight-line cruisability: 34-degree rake plus 6 degrees yoke angle gives total rake of 40 degrees and 102mm of trail, while bringing the fork closer to the steering axis.
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Custom 5-spoke wheels carry a 120/70-21-inch bias tire up front, and a wide, 210/40-18 radial out back?the tallest and widest ever on a Star.
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46mm fork tubes serve up an excellent ride and a sweet appearance through 5.1 inches of wheel travel.
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A tucked-out-of-sight single shock out back provides a smooth ride under varying loads.
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New seamless fuel tank carries a full 4.1 gallons of fuel.
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Front brake master cylinder with integrated lever operates a pair of 298mm front discs squeezed by strong monoblock calipers for excellent power and feel, with a 310mm disc out back.
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Strong, light and narrow belt final drive contains embedded carbon fiber for even greater strength. |
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Position beams within the main headlight housing provide great visibility.
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Left-thumb operated high-beam switch, and right-thumb activated accessory driving light switch for great visibility.
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Jewel-like fit and finish, and Star quality paint, chrome and attention to detail are evident all over the Raider S.
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Cool, tank-mounted instrumentation complements the custom look, and contains analog speedometer and fuel gauge, along with twin digital tripmeters, odometer and self-diagnostics.
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Bright multi-reflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses give a custom look.
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Oxygen sensor and three-way catalyst reduce emissions. |
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