GTS 1000

1993 Yamaha GTS 1000 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's motorcycle platform, the 1993 Yamaha GTS 1000 utilizes a 1003 cc (61.2 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 105.9 Nm (78.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 97.7 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the GTS 1000 measures 246 kg (542 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.4 HP/kg (2.51 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1993 to 1996, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.