Engineered by Yamaha for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2020 Yamaha Niken GT pairs a 847 cc (51.7 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line three, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 115 HP (83.9 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 87.5 Nm (64.5 lb-ft) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 135.8 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,500 rpm) and peak power (10,000 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 Niken GT measures 267 kg (589 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.43 HP/kg (2.32 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 835 mm (32.9 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,510 mm (59.4 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18.17-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.35 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 340 km (211 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2019 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
135.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.43 HP/kg (2.32 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,500–10,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~340 km (211 mi)
Engine
Displacement847.0 ccm (51.68 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line three, four-stroke
Power115.0 HP (83.9 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque87.5 Nm (8.9 kgf-m or 64.5 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM
Compression11.5:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Mikuni throttle body FI
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCI
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM10500
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate assist and slipper wet clutch
Performance
0-400m11.25 seconds
0-100 km/h4.00 seconds
Fuel Consumption5.35 litres/100 km (18.7 km/l or 43.97 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases124.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum twin-spar
Rake20.0°
Trail74 mm (2.9 inches)
Front Suspension41mm fork, adjustable preload and rebound damping
Front Travel109 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionAdjustable link-type, single shock
Rear Travel124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground Clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R15
Rear Tyre190/55-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
WheelsTwo front wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.267.0 kg (588.6 pounds)
Seat Height835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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