The 1982 Yamaha XS 1100 S is a classic sport-touring heavyweight built for riders seeking straight-line performance and reliability. Its air-cooled 1101cc inline-four delivers 95 horsepower with shaft-drive practicality, making it ideal for long-distance cruising and spirited riding. Known for robust engineering and balanced handling, the XS 1100 S remains a respected platform for customization.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering40%
City riding45%
Daily riding60%
Touring82%
Two-up78%
Track25%
Best for
This is a big-bore air-cooled sport-tourer built for sustained highway cruising and covering long distances with power in reserve rather than for tight, technical riding.
Built for
A classic UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle) heavyweight with strong, linear four-cylinder power delivery, shaft-drive smoothness, and a relaxed, stable highway character.
Not ideal for
Not for riders seeking a light, flickable bike for city commuting or aggressive cornering, nor for any kind of off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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