Yamaha Niken 2018 vs. Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Yamaha Niken 2018

Yamaha Niken 2018

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

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Overview - Yamaha Niken 2018 vs Yamaha Niken GT 2019

The Yamaha Niken 2018 and the Yamaha Niken GT 2019 share many similarities in terms of technical specifications. They both have an inline engine with 115 HP of power and 87.5 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and they both have three cylinders and liquid cooling. The displacement is 847 ccm for both models.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have a parallelogram front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber. The chassis is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298 mm.

Yamaha Niken 2018

Yamaha Niken 2018

Both models also come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, quickshifter, and traction control. The dimensions and weights are also the same, with a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, and a rear tire width of 190 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1510 mm, and the seat height is 820 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 263 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 18 liters. Both models also feature LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, both the Yamaha Niken 2018 and the Yamaha Niken GT 2019 have a mature overall concept with a great engine. They offer unprecedented sporty handling and have an adjustable chassis. The equipment is suitable for touring, and the seating position is comfortable. Additionally, both models provide additional safety in all weather conditions.

However, there are some weaknesses to consider. The appearance of the Yamaha Niken 2018 is a matter of taste, and it may have a three-wheeler image at the regulars' table. The ABS is only at the basic level, and it has a relatively long final drive ratio. Furthermore, the 2018 model only has one color variant.

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Similarly, the Yamaha Niken GT 2019 has looks that may take some getting used to and a high weight. It also carries the three-wheeled image at the regulars' table, and the ABS is only at the basic level.

In summary, while both the Yamaha Niken 2018 and the Yamaha Niken GT 2019 have similar technical specifications and strengths, they also share some weaknesses. The main differences between the two models lie in their appearance and the availability of ABS at higher levels.

Technical Specifications Yamaha Niken 2018 compared to Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Yamaha Niken 2018
Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionPrallelogrammFront suspensionPrallelogramm
TravelTravel110 mmTravel110 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel125 mmTravel125 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake70 degreeRake70 degree
TrailTrail74 mmTrail74 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,150 mmLength2,150 mm
WidthWidth885 mmWidth885 mm
HeightHeight1,250 mmHeight1,250 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)263 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)263 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Niken 2018

Yamaha Niken 2018

MEX tested the new tricycle from Japan for you and was very enthusiastic. The front end rides as if on rails on narrow mountain passes as well as in faster radii. The innovative concept of the NIKEN allows for incredibly fast and yet equally safe progress in all weather conditions. The highly praised Cross-Plane three-cylinder has been perfectly adapted for the NIKEN with a little more flywheel mass and a different final gear ratio. To all interested parties: Don't be put off by the looks or the "three-wheeler image". Be sure to test ride it!

Mature overall concept

Great engine

Unprecedented sporty handling

Adjustable chassis

Equipment suitable for touring

Comfortable seating position

Additional safety in all weather conditions

Appearance a matter of taste

Three-wheeler image at the regulars' table

ABS only at basic level

Relatively long final drive ratio

Only one colour variant 2018

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

Yamaha Niken GT 2019

The new concept of the Niken GT enables incredibly fast and yet at the same time safe progress in all weather conditions, as if on rails, the front leads on narrow mountain passes as well as in faster radii. The Crossplane three-cylinder engine, already highly praised in the MT-09, has been perfectly adapted for the Niken GT with a little more flywheel mass and a shorter final gear ratio. Especially in the GT version, which is suitable for touring, the Niken can shine as an absolute all-rounder. To all interested parties: Don't be put off by the looks or the "three-wheeler image". Be sure to test ride!

Mature overall concept

great engine

sporty handling

adjustable suspension

equipment suitable for touring

comfortable seating position

additional safety in all weather conditions.

Looks that take some getting used to

high weight

three-wheeled image at the regulars' table

ABS only at basic level

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Niken vs Yamaha Niken GT

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha Niken 2018 and a Yamaha Niken GT 2019. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 8. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Niken GT with 112 days compared to 206 days for the Yamaha Niken. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the Yamaha Niken and 10 reviews for the Yamaha Niken GT since model year 2019. The first review for the Yamaha Niken was published on 5/25/2018 and now has more than 97,000 views. This compares to more than 50,600 views for the first review on Yamaha Niken GT published on 10/1/2018.

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