In 1993 and 1994, Yamaha sold a sport-touring bike that was far ahead of its time – the GTS1000. Full of technology that would not make its way to most bikes for years to come, the GTS featured fuel injection, ABS brakes, and most importantly, the RADD front suspension designed by James Parker. This suspension was able to isolate braking from damping, leading to increased performance in both aspects as well as more stability.
Yanked from the FZR1000, the Genesis engine was detuned but still made triple digit (102 hp) power.
The GTS gives you all the fun of a rare, quirky bike, but without the support-related drawbacks. You can use it everyday, and that’s one of the reasons why Bike magazine called it the ‘coolest of rare motorcycles’ ever made: “Scarce, stylish, yet capable and completely usable: that’s cool in our book.” It’s also why Forbes said that Yamaha should revive it as an electric motorcycle .
This example is VIN: JYA4HHE03PA000446.
During their ownership, the seller has covered under 20 miles. The odometer shows 5,038 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states, “all I’ve done is check the tire pressures and run some gas through it!”
Mechanical Issues:
The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
This GTS1000 appears to be mostly stock with no modifications.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Angel GT II tires with date codes of 1819 and 3122.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys and the original owners manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Bloomington, Indiana, this Yamaha is offered on a clean Minnesota title. Have any GTS1000 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
