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1993Yamaha XJ 900 S

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The 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S is a shaft-driven sport-tourer from Yamaha's air-cooled XJ line. Its 853cc inline four makes 97 hp through a five-speed gearbox, with a claimed top speed of 211 km/h. A 795 mm seat and 22-litre tank suit comfortable, fast touring.

Capacity
853.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
239.0 kg
Seat height
795 mm
Power
97.0 HP (71.3 kW)
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What’s new for the 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S

vs the 1992
Spec19921993
Dry weight — 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds)
Seat height — 795 mm (31.3 inches)
Wheelbase — 1505 mm (59.3 inches)
Other years 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 63Agility 53Comfort 75Off-road 15Touring 80Road manners 78
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering60%
City riding55%
Daily riding70%
Touring82%
Two-up75%
Track35%
Best for
Designed primarily for covering long distances comfortably while still offering respectable sporty performance.
Built for
A classic sport tourer that blends smooth inline-four power delivery with stable, confidence-inspiring road manners.
Not ideal for
Not ideal for off-road adventures or riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight urban commuting.

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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At 795mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
853.0 ccm
Power
97.0 HP (71.3 kW)
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.4059 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
67.0 x 60.5 mm
Compression
9.6:1
Cooling system
Air
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
2
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Performance
Top speed
211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1505 mm
Seat height
795 mm
Dry weight
239.0 kg
Wet weight
244.0 kg
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
100/90-18
Rear tyre
120/90-18

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 198419871990199219931995
Capacity 853 cc 853 cc 853 cc 853 cc 853 cc 892 cc
Dry weight — — — — 239 kg 239 kg
Seat height — — — — 795 mm 795 mm
Fuel capacity 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 L 24 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 XJ 900 S?

The 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Capacity of 853.0 ccm (52.05 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha XJ 900 S have?

The 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Power of 97.0 HP (71.3 kW).

How many gears does the Yamaha XJ 900 S have?

The 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Yamaha XJ 900 S weigh?

The 1993 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Dry weight of 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds).

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