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1997Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS

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The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance cruising with spirited handling. Known for its innovative single-sided swingarm design and standard ABS braking system, the GTS 1000 combines touring practicality with sporty performance. Its 1003cc four-cylinder engine delivers smooth power ideal for highway touring and twisty road riding.

Capacity
1003.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
251.0 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
100.0 HP (73.5 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 67Agility 51Comfort 80Off-road 10Touring 78Road manners 75
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering55%
City riding55%
Daily riding70%
Touring82%
Two-up75%
Track30%
Best for
Designed for long-distance sport touring, blending relaxed high-speed cruising with a distinctive, technologically advanced chassis (including its unique hub-center steering front end).
Built for
An eccentric, engineering-forward machine that prioritizes stability, smooth in-line four power delivery, and long-haul comfort over outright sportiness or sharp agility.
Not ideal for
Not ideal for riders seeking lightweight flickability, aggressive track performance, or any off-road capability.

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 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS, 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
1003.0 ccm
Power
100.0 HP (73.5 kW)
Torque
108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3984 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Liquid
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
251.0 kg
Fuel capacity
Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc

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 19971998
Capacity 1003 cc 1003 cc
Dry weight 251 kg 251 kg
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm

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 GTS 1000 ABS?

The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS has a Capacity of 1003.0 ccm (61.21 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS have?

The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW).

How many gears does the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS have?

The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS?

The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS has a Torque of 108.0 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS weigh?

The 1997 Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS has a Dry weight of 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds).

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