Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS - 1997 Specifications and Reviews
The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance cruising with spirited handling. Known for its innovative single-sided swingarm design and standard ABS braking system, the GTS 1000 combines touring practicality with sporty performance. Its 1003cc four-cylinder engine delivers smooth power ideal for highway touring and twisty road riding.
1997
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 1997 |
| Model | Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Torque | 108.00 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 |
| Power | 100.00 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1003.00 ccm (61.20 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3984 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
98 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track30%
City55%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding70%
Touring82%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to an experienced rider comfortable with a heavy, torque-rich machine, though the ABS and smooth power delivery make it manageable for confident intermediates too. |
| Purpose | Designed for long-distance sport touring, blending relaxed high-speed cruising with a distinctive, technologically advanced chassis (including its unique hub-center steering front end). |
| Rider Fit | A substantial 251 kg dry weight and 790mm seat height demand reasonable rider strength and confidence at low speeds and when maneuvering off the bike stand. |
| Character | An eccentric, engineering-forward machine that prioritizes stability, smooth in-line four power delivery, and long-haul comfort over outright sportiness or sharp agility. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for riders seeking lightweight flickability, aggressive track performance, or any off-road capability. |
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