Yamaha Niken the all-new Leaning Multi-Wheel vehicle

After building several Leaning Multi-Wheeled concept machines, In 2019, Yamaha build the mind-blowing Niken. Yamaha’s breaking new ground in the powersport turf, debuting an all-new Leaning Multi-Wheel vehicle with its Niken.

The Niken chassis is an exclusive motorcycle control system that provides unparalleled rider confidence across a wide range of road conditions. With two front tires leaning in unison, the Niken doubles the amount of available grip for exceptional stopping power, cornering confidence, rider comfort and impeccable road manners—all while maintaining natural steering feel.

The 2022 Yamaha Niken price is $15,999 USD. Yamaha Niken is a premium offering that engineered to offer a happy medium between traditional sport and touring segments. The Niken rider is a person looking for the latest and greatest technology with a “show-off mindset”. 

Radical Styling

NIKEN doesn’t look like anything on the road because it isn’t like anything else on the road. Graceful curves highlight the mass-forward design to show off the unique LMW system, combining futuristic technology with flowing, organic style.

Powerful Inline-Triple

Derived from the award-winning MT-09™, the advanced CP3® inline 3-cylinder motor uses Yamaha’s full range of performance technology to produce exceptional torque with linear power delivery. This results in a flexible, responsive powerplant that combines the best aspects of both 2- and 4-cylinder motors while remaining light, slim and compact.

Advanced Rider Aids

NIKEN features a complete range of technologies to boost rider confidence and performance, including Yamaha’s ride-by-wire throttle system, adjustable throttle mapping, traction control and ABS. Riders also enjoy the convenience of a factory quick shifter and integrated cruise control.

Advanced 3-Cylinder Engine

Derived from the award-winning MT-09, the NIKEN features a thrilling 847cc liquid-cooled inline 3-cylinder motor packing a range of advanced technologies. With DOHC heads, an oversquare 78mm x 59.1mm bore and stroke and 11.5:1 compression ratio, NIKEN delivers an exciting, torquey character, refined with additional crankshaft inertia for smooth starts.




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