Raider
2012 Raider
Style. Performance. Attitude.
You Might As Well Have It All.
Key Features:
- The Raider was inspired by the custom chopper movement, but since it’s a Star, it had to also handle, stop and go.
Engine:
- 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, OHV with 4 valves per cylinder, pushrod 48-degree V-twin pumps out max torque at just 2500 rpm and max power at 4500 rpm for powerful, relaxed cruising.
- Four pushrod-activated valves and two spark plugs per cylinder provide optimum combustion efficiency along with classically beautiful engine architecture.
- 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.
- 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.
- A 3.5-liter airbox is hidden in the area below the fuel tank for great performance and clean styling.
- Two-into-one-into-two exhaust with Exhaust Ultimate Power valve (EXUP®) inside boosts torque in the 2500-3500-rpm range.
- Special custom-machining of the cooling fin edges gives a jewel-like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles.
Chassis/Suspension:
- 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.
- Low, sculpted seat holds the rider in place, and pullback bars reach back to enforce a casual, urban cruising style.
- 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 neutral handling and straight-line cruisability: 33-degree rake plus 6 degrees yoke angle gives total rake of 39 degrees and 102mm of trail.
- 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.
- 46mm fork tubes serve up an excellent ride and a sweet appearance through 5.1 inches of wheel travel.
- A tucked-out-of-sight single shock out back provides a smooth ride under varying loads.
- Flangeless fuel tank carries a full 4.1 gallons of fuel.
- 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.
- Strong, light and narrow belt final drive contains embedded carbon fiber for even greater strength.
- Wiring harness uses super-slim wires for compactness and lighter weight, and switchgear wiring is routed inside the handlebar for a clean appearance.
Additional Features:
- Left-thumb operated high-beam switch, and right-thumb activated accessory driving light switch for great visibility.
- Jewel-like fit and finish, and Star quality paint, chrome and attention to detail are evident all over the Raider.
- Cool, tank-mounted instrumentation complements the custom look, and contains analog speedometer and fuel gauge, along with twin digital tripmeters, odometer and self-diagnostics.
- Bright multi-reflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses give a custom look.
- Oxygen sensor and three-way catalyst reduce emissions.
| MSRP* | $14,190 (Candy Red) Available from September 2009
$14,190 (Liquid Silver) Available from September 2009 |
| Engine | |
| Type | 113-cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled V-twin OHV, 4 valves/cylinder |
| Bore x Stroke | 100.0 x 118.0mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.48:1 |
| Fuel Delivery | Twin-Bore electronic fuel injection; throttle position sensor |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Transmission | 5-speed,multiplate wet clutch |
| Final Drive | Belt |
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| Chassis | |
| Frame | Double cradle |
| Suspension/Front | Telescopic fork; 5.1-in travel |
| Suspension/Rear | Swingarm; 3.5-in travel |
| Brakes/Front | Dual hydraulic disc, 298mm |
| Brakes/Rear | Hydraulic disc, 310mm |
| Tires/Front | 120/70-21 |
| Tires/Rear | 210/40R-18 |
| Wheels | 5-spoke cast |
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| Dimensions | |
| Length | 101.2 in |
| Width | 36.4 in |
| Height | 45.9 in |
| Seat Height | 27.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 70.9 in |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.1 gal |
| Fuel Economy** | 42 mpg |
| Wet Weight | 692 lb |
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| Warranty | 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) |


