Sport Tourers
1994Yamaha XJ 900 S
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The 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S is a practical, shaft-driven sport tourer also known as the Diversion. Its air-cooled 892cc inline four makes 89.5 hp and 77.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 211 km/h. A 795 mm seat, 244 kg wet weight and large 24-litre tank suit long trips.
- Capacity
- 892.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 239.0 kg
- Seat height
- 795 mm
- Power
- 89.5 HP (65.8 kW)
What’s new for the 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S
vs the 1993| Spec | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 853.0 ccm (52.05 cubic inches) | 892.0 ccm (54.43 cubic inches) |
| Power | 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) | 89.5 HP (65.8 kW) |
| Torque | — | 77.5 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 57.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) | 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 892.0 ccm
- Power
- 89.5 HP (65.8 kW)
- Torque
- 77.5 Nm (7.9 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3745 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
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
- 24.00 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 | 1984 | 1987 | 1990 | 1992 | 1994 | 1995 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 853 cc | 853 cc | 853 cc | 853 cc | 892 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 | 24 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 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Capacity of 892.0 ccm (54.43 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha XJ 900 S have?
The 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Power of 89.5 HP (65.8 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha XJ 900 S have?
The 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha XJ 900 S?
The 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Torque of 77.5 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 57.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha XJ 900 S weigh?
The 1994 Yamaha XJ 900 S has a Dry weight of 239.0 kg (526.9 pounds).
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