There were also a few design changes in 2004, including new tubeless aluminum wheels, a skinnier drive belt, and different engine casing color.

The Road Star has a sleeker, sportier brother called the Yamaha Road Star Warrior that has a fuel-injected 1,700 cc engine and an all-aluminum chassis.

The Road Star remained unchanged until 2008 when electronic fuel injection was introduced to the bike.

The Road Star was available with a Silverado trim package which included studded saddle bags, a back rest, studded driver and passenger seats, and a cruiser-style windscreen.

For a few years, the Road Star was also available in an "S" package, which meant more chrome pieces for the buyer.