Yamaha Niken vs Yamaha Niken 900
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Niken
Yamaha Niken 900
Horsepower (hp)
115 hp
115 hp
Torque (Nm)
88 Nm
87.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
263 kg
263 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
115 hp @ 10,000 rpm
115 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
88 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
87.5 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h (estimated, manufacturer limited)
~180 km/h (estimated; Yamaha does not officially publish a top speed figure)
Weight
263 kg (wet/curb weight)
263 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Niken
7.5/10
"A fascinating, capable machine — but buy carefully or pay dearly."
Pros
+Unreal wet-weather cornering grip
+Proven MT-09 engine
+Genuinely unique riding experience
Cons
−Front linkage parts are expensive
−Heavier than it looks
−Accelerated front tire wear
Yamaha Niken 900
7.5/10
"A genuinely useful machine for the right rider, not a novelty."
Pros
+Exceptional wet-weather cornering confidence
+Punchy MT-09 derived engine
+Used prices now attractive
Cons
−Front tyre costs are brutal
−Complex LMW servicing expenses
−Heavy and awkward stationary
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
