🏍️ Overview
Make & Model: Yamaha Niken
Type: Leaning Multi‑Wheel (LMW) sport‑touring motorcycle, in production since 2018
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 847 cc liquid-cooled, DOHC inline 3-cylinder (from MT‑09/Tracer) |
| Power | ~115 hp (114.9 PS / 84.5 kW) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | ~90 Nm (66.9 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, assist/slipper clutch, chain drive |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Front Suspension | Dual-leaning 43 mm/41 mm upside-down forks, fully adjustable |
| Rear Suspension | Single shock, preload & rebound adjustable |
| Brakes (F/R) | Dual 298 mm discs (front); single 282 mm disc (rear); ABS & traction control standard |
| Tires | Front: 2 × 120/70R15; Rear: 190/55R17 |
| Frame | Steel/aluminum diamond chassis |
| Seat Height | ~825 mm (32.3″) |
| Wheelbase | ~1,510 mm (59.4″) |
| Wet Weight | ~270 kg (≈595 lb) |
| Fuel Tank | 18 L (4.8 gal US) |
| Fuel Consumption | ~5.8 L/100 km (≈48 mpg); tested ~42 mpg US |
| Top Speed | ~136 mph (220 km/h) (limited) |
| 0–100 km/h | ~4 seconds |
Rider Aids & Features
Safety & Convenience: ABS, traction control, ride modes, cruise control, quick-shifter, assist/slipper clutch
Unique Tech: Twin front wheels lean up to 45° using a quadrilateral fork system and Ackermann steering for enhanced grip and cornering confidence en.wikipedia.org
Price & Availability
New (U.S.):
2019 Niken GT MSRP ≈ $17,299
Base model MSRP ≈ $15,999 (2019)
New (UK/EU):
2023 Niken GT around £16,210 OTR (≈ $20,000 USD)
Used Market:
U.S. used units typically sell between $9,600–$11,800 cycletrader.com
EU average used prices: ~£13,470 (2023 model); ~£9,080 (2019)
Summary
The Yamaha Niken is a one-of-a-kind leaning three-wheeler designed for riders seeking sport-touring performance with extra front-end grip and confidence—especially useful in wet or uneven conditions. With triple-cylinder power, a robust feature set, and innovative front lean tech, it sits in the premium bike segment with new prices ranging from ~$16k–20k depending on market and trim. Used models are available more affordably, often under $12k in the U.S.
