Retro Looks, Modern Go
Yamaha XSR900
There’s one annoying thing with the majority of modern “retro-styled” machines; they tend to have retro performance to go with it! The XSR900 is different, it’s the real deal. Based upon the awesome MT-09, an exhilarating riding experience is delivered by the best of Yamaha’s latest engineering which is simply wrapped in a retro design. Yamaha say they’re “paying tribute to timeless classic machines”, taking inspiration from Yamaha’s rich history of sports bikes and motorcycle design by using the traditional Yamaha yellow speed-block colour-scheme.
Powered by the latest in-line, 3-cylinder, 850cc, CP3 Crossplane Concept engine, you can be sure this retro offers modern-day performance, with the MT-09 a seriously entertaining ride thanks to mainly to the powerplant. Combined with a super lightweight aluminium frame and featuring a natural riding position, the XSR should be all-day comfortable meaning you can arrive in style while also refreshed, having enjoyed the ride.
Making customization easy is part of the design-brief, with a catalogue of optional accessories available at the time of the launch of the XSR meaning you can make your Yamaha stand out from the crowd. Whether you want retro or café racer, it’s all easily achievable with the parts options available. And just because the XSR900 is designed to look retro, it doesn’t mean you miss out on the latest safety technology, with ABS, traction control, switchable mapping and the coolest set of clocks we’ve seen in a while all available on the new model.
For a full launch report check out issue 143 of Bike Rider Magazine.
Yamaha XSR900 details at a glance
Liquid-cooled, 850cc, in-line 3-cylinder, 4-stroke
Aluminium fuel tank covers
Traction Control System
Assist & Slipper Clutch
Vintage inspired headlight and rear light
Crossplane Concept engine design
Lightweight frame with aluminium parts
Adjustable front and rear suspension
Retro cool, powerful sports heritage
Stitched two-level seat
Powerful torque, incredible acceleration
Easy to customize
Specifications
Engine
Engine type: 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valves
Displacement: 847 cm³
Bore x stroke: 78.0 mm x 59.1 mm
Compression ratio: 11.5 : 1
Maximum power: 84.6 kW (115PS) @ 10,000 rpm
Maximum torque: 87.5 Nm (8.9 kg-m) @ 8,500 rpm
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Clutch type: Wet, Multiple Disc
Fuel system: Fuel Injection
Ignition system: TCI
Starter system: Electric
Transmission system: Constant Mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission: Chain
Chassis
Frame: Diamond
Front suspension system: Telescopic forks
Front travel: 137 mm
Caster angle: 25º
Trail: 103 mm
Rear suspension system: Swingarm, (Link type suspension)
Rear travel: 130 mm
Front brake: Hydraulic dual disc, Ø 298 mm
Rear brake: Hydraulic single disc, Ø 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) (Tubeless)
Rear tyre: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless)
Dimensions
Overall length: 2,075 mm
Overall width: 815 mm
Overall height: 1,135 mm
Seat height: 830 mm
Wheel base: 1,440 mm
Minimum ground clearance: 135 mm
Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank): 195 kg /
Fuel tank capacity: 14 L
Oil tank capacity: 3.4 L
