MZ 1000 ST SuperTraveller vs Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ 1000 ST SuperTravellerstacks up against the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 1000 ST SuperTravellerYamaha GTS 1000 ABS
Model year20091998
Price
Engine999 cc1003 cc
Horsepower111 hp98 hp
Torque98 Nm102 Nm
Weight210 kg251 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipersSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

MZ 1000 ST SuperTraveller vs Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 1000 ST SuperTraveller and the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ 1000 ST SuperTraveller brings 111 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Yamaha GTS 1000 ABS counters with 98 hp at 251 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: