GTS Sport Touring Single Sided Swingarm 1000cc motor

Don't miss out on your opportunity to own a rare and unique ride. Offered for only two years in the US. there are few examples left that are this nice. This GTS has been ridden. although very lovingly. This bike is 98% stock. with a Corbin seat and a MRA Touring windshield as the only improvements. With ABS. fuel injection. and a front end that separates suspension from steering. this bike is a joy to ride. James Parker's RADD forkless design works as advertised. effectively providing greater suspension and better chassis control. The 1000cc motor the 5 valve powerplant from the FZR that is retuned for sport touring duty. This bike is traditional Yamaha. with excellent fit and finish. These engines are near bulletproof. and she pulls like an electric motor. As the first mass-produced bike of the modern era with non-telescopic front suspension. the Yamaha GTS 1000 was an innovative machine that Yamaha hoped would trigger a brave new world of chassis design. The advantage of the forkless front end is that it separated the distinct elements of suspension and steering. Suspension was handled by a horizontal alloy beam leading from the front wheel hub to a pivot on the C-shaped aluminum Omega frame. The bike represented an attempt to bridge the gap between adrenaline-pumping sports machine and long-distance mile eater. Its styling was streamlined. although it is a physically big and heavy machine. Offering lots of legroom and a forward sitting position. you really do get the best of both worlds. Please check out the video here: https://youtu. be/ykl8uU96m4QI do reserve the right to end this auction early. as it is advertised locally and I prefer to make the deal in person.