Sport Tourers
2021Yamaha Niken
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The 2021 Yamaha Niken is a three-wheeled sports tourer with two leaning front wheels for extra grip. Its liquid-cooled 847cc inline triple makes 115 hp and 87.5 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. ABS, an 820 mm seat, 263.1 kg wet weight and 18.2-litre tank suit long, fast rides.
- Capacity
- 847.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 263.1 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 115.0 HP (83.9 kW) @ 10120 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for covering long road distances quickly and comfortably, with wind protection and an accommodating riding position.
- Built for
- A sport tourer from Yamaha with an 847cc engine; its character is strong and confident, with 115 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not for off-road riding or riders who want a light, minimal machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 847.0 ccm
- Power
- 115.0 HP (83.9 kW) @ 10120 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 124 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 87.5 Nm (8.9 kgf-m) @ 8480 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.40 litres/100 km (18.5 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4371 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 59.1 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multi-plate assist and slipper wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1509 mm
- Overall length
- 2149 mm
- Overall width
- 884 mm
- Overall height
- 1250 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Wet weight
- 263.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum twin-spar
- Front suspension
- 41mm fork, adjustable preload and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 137 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 20.0°
- Trail
- 74 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R15
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-R17
Other
- Color options
- Granite Gray
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 847 cc | 847 cc | 847 cc | 847 cc | 847 cc |
| Seat height | — | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.2 L | 18.2 L | 18.2 L | 18.2 L | 18.2 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Niken?
The 2021 Yamaha Niken has a Capacity of 847.0 ccm (51.69 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Niken have?
The 2021 Yamaha Niken has a Power of 115.0 HP (83.9 kW) @ 10120 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha Niken have?
The 2021 Yamaha Niken has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Niken?
The 2021 Yamaha Niken has a Torque of 87.5 Nm (8.9 kgf-m or 64.5 ft.lbs) @ 8480 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha Niken weigh?
The 2021 Yamaha Niken has a Wet weight of 263.1 kg (580.0 pounds).
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