1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 Specifications

Name: 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000
Brand: Yamaha

Sport touring • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 Overview

For 1996, Yamaha offers the GTS 1000 as a sport touring motorcycle with 1003 cc on tap. The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 is built around an In-line four engine. Out on the road, the GTS 1000 delivers 105.90 of torque. In everyday use, the 1996 GTS 1000 tips the scales at 248 kg and offers a seat height of 790 mm. Every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes, is covered in the full 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 spec sheet below.

1996 GTS 1000 - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Factory engineering: There's nothing exotic about the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000's spec sheet - just solid, proven engineering for what it's meant to do.

Considerations

Age-related wear: No particular mechanical concern flags for the GTS 1000 - condition on any used example comes down to how well it's been looked after.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Brake disc and pad wear

Single disc up front provides the primary stopping power; inspect disc thickness and pad wear at each tyre change to catch scoring before it becomes a rotor replacement.

Handling the weight at a standstill

The GTS 1000's 248 kg kerb weight is worth factoring into how you handle it at a standstill - parking-lot manoeuvres need a bit more deliberate technique than on a lighter machine.

GTS 1000 - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

A pre-purchase check on the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 should cover the same ground every time: service history, chain and sprocket condition, and any oil seepage around the casings. Start it from cold if you can - a well-kept GTS 1000 settles to a smooth idle within seconds.

Oil and filter changes

Oil changes are the cheapest insurance you can buy for a GTS 1000's engine - keep to the manufacturer's interval rather than stretching it. Use the viscosity grade the manual specifies, not whatever's on sale.

1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 have?

The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 uses an In-line four engine with 1003 cc of displacement.

How much does the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 weigh?

The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 weighs 248 kg. This is the manufacturer's dry figure.

How much power does the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 make?

The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 produces 105.90 of torque.

Is the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 suitable for shorter riders?

The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 has a seat height of 790 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 have?

The 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 uses Single disc at the front and Single disc at the rear.

Yamaha GTS 1000 Spec Evolution

The Yamaha GTS 1000 was produced across 4 model years (1993-1996). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	1993	1994	1995	1996
Dry Weight	246 kg / 542.3 lbs	246 kg / 542.3 lbs	248 kg / 546.7 lbs	248 kg / 546.7 lbs
Engine Type	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in.	795 mm / 31.3 in.	790 mm / 31.1 in.	790 mm / 31.1 in.
Max Torque	105.92 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500	105.92	105.90	105.90
Power-to-Weight Ratio	0.3984 HP/kg	0.4065 HP/kg	0.4032 HP/kg	0.4032 HP/kg

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

105.90

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

248 kg / 546.7 lbs

Fuel Capacity

Not published by manufacturer

Full 1996 Yamaha GTS 1000 Specifications

Seat Height 790 mm / 31.1 in.

Dry Weight 248 kg / 546.7 lbs

Max Torque 105.90

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.4032 HP/kg

Displacement (cc) 1003.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 61.20 cubic inches

Engine Type In-line four

Stroke 4

Starter Electric

Valve System 5

Gearbox 5-speed

Brakes - Front Single disc

Brakes - Rear Single disc

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.