Boss Hoss Dragon vs Yamaha Roadliner (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Boss Hoss Dragonstacks up against the Yamaha Roadliner. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBoss Hoss DragonYamaha Roadliner
Model year20082007
Price$13,580
Engine1852 cc1852 cc
Weight320 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 6-piston calipersDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. 6-piston calipersSingle disc
Tires120/70-21 / 330-17 130/70-18 / 190/60-17

Boss Hoss Dragon vs Yamaha Roadliner — which should you buy?

Picking between the Boss Hoss Dragon and the Yamaha Roadliner usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Boss Hoss Dragon brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha Roadliner counters with its own power figure at 320 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: