Thanks a lot for your brilliant and informative review on the XSR900. I picked up mine in September and have enjoyed every single of 2600 km so far. Highly addictive, as you mentioned.
I bought one in June having not ridden for 30 years like you said quite stiff out of the box but I set the suspension up for my weight and it transformed the bike I love it and a great review cheers
I have a MT09 SP, no question the XSR looks better but I have a more comfy seat and upright seating position so better for commuting, touring. Either bike or even the Tracer is a gem with the frame, engine and quick shifter.
20 years on either would leave you looking like a moroccan tailor (hunched over with bent spine). Get those handlebars 2 inches higher for gosh sake! I own one and it really chaps my ass how i have to lean forward on it with its flimsy light thin handlebars that want to dance like the devil. Rake is too short unless for the racetrack or super smooth roads, as are most modern neo cafe 'kill millennials' bikes these days. Thai roads have waves in them and little bumps and snakelines, mudfalls, floods.. But they sell these type of neo sports and heritage sports 17" front wheelers like the xsr and the mt to kids in the thousands here, and many are dying due to the fact that the bikes are not made for Thai roads. The XSR is getting too much hype on youtube (paid probably some of it), and to be honest, from the 6 bikes i own, its the one i feel is the flimsiest, and least safe, and the lack of a partition in the gas tank is a serious flaw to the central balance of the bike due to the4 flow of the petrol from left to right side of tank when half full, unbalancing the bike. I have spent most of my life on the back of a motorcycle (since age ten i am now fifty eight), and i do not feel safe on an XSR, which means, it is not safe
What a fantastic bike and brilliant review! I sat smiling in front of my iPad all the way through it :) As a brand new rider and only 5”4 it’s a bit much for me right now but who knows where I’ll be in a couple of years… Hopefully on one of these. I love the blue/gold colour.
I wasn’t sure I liked the looks but the more I see it the more and more I love it. Wish it had a bigger thank. Spent the weekend riding with a 1990 Fzr 1000 and it had the same tank, so it’s actually pretty true to form for the older sports bikes and endurance racing models of the 80’s and 90’s . Nice in block, nicer in the blue.
Great review and it’s good to see the typical RPMs for real world speeds. Although I’d have to take it really easy in suburb surface streets, this bike would be fun to ride on the freeways here in California (where average speed is 80-85 mph).
Brilliant review, thankyou!. I saw this exact bike at my local bike shop today.. absolutely loved the look of it in Black.. so much so I've booked a test ride tomorrow.. Your review has certainly helped! It really is better in the flesh than on screen too
This is my third time watching this video and I watched other videos on this bike and I must say the more I look at this bike the more I want it! Great review.
Great review Mark. I’m a similar height to you and recently got one in blue but still bedding in brakes and tyres … and getting used to that power! I’ve seen some comments re: the TFT and would say it’s very clear and easy to read. The seat won’t be the most comfortable ever but no issues so far. It’s a bike that looks even better in person and that intake sound is great. Cheers
Nice review. First time I have seen it in the black (all other reviews have had the blue press bike). The blue is very nice but I have to say, I am loving that blacked out look!
I’m 5’8 so the seat height appeals in terms of being able to reach the ground in traffic. Also like the way the bike develops its power and throttle smoothness- not something you find on every euro 5 compliant bike. I would prefer a bikini fairing that offers more wind protection. A bike I’d be happy to own.
I looked at one of these in blue a month or so ago, but unfortunately they didn’t have one to test ride so I went for a hyoermotard sp which was brilliant fun on the test ride. Was worried the saddle looked really hard and suspension too form for a B road, wish I’d seen your review…, but happy with the hyper for time being
Great review! I just picked the same motorcycle up a week ago. I had a 2016 years ago and I must say the improvements on the 2022 stand out. Great engine and the quick shifter is butter. To my understanding blue will be the only color available in 2023. For those who are looking to pickup a black one, check it out in person. It has flake in the paint and really pops in the sunlight.
Lovely bike Mark, great review as usual, good to see your still keeping it a proper bike review unlike some who can’t help name dropping,and selling themselves and products 👍keep going
@@markpulling12 According to your videos we can see you ride so many bikes already so can you tell Me which bike is the one you can feel the better ones ?
Until this review, 1 of many I have watched before I gave up and bought my 2022 street tripler R, none of them spoke of the adjsutable front suspension or cruise control or if they did I must have missed it. I would have bought the 2022 even though I would have had to travel +/- 500 miles here in the states from where I live to get one due to local dealers not having any delivered.Thanks for your review, yours are the best as always.
Good review of a brilliant bike. I've got the blue version that i think looks so much better than the black. I find that the tank range isn't a problem as if you were planning loong motorway trips you wouldn't buy this bike, this is for fun not touring. I do find it odd that lots of the comments say its a very fast bike and super powerful, I don't feel that at all when i ride it, the power is very smooth and controllable and you only go as fast as your right wrist makes you. It tops out at 140mph ish so not a hype fast bike. Either way i'm very glad i brought mine.
Always enjoy your reviews. Thank you. Wish I had had the patience to wait for this bike. At the moment only using 1/3 of what my 890R is capable of, but after living with it for the last 2 years the idea of sell/trading it hurts some, lol. That said, I’d almost consider trading for the XSR900.
👏 Mark, great review , Being a current MT owner I was a little negative to the looks when I first saw the XSR tbh but seeing again in the black and with the extras on the bike especially the front screen really looks the Biz! Had mine for 8 months now and have to agree the cp3 engine is an absolute Hoot😄
Great Review, Mark, as usual. I am a big fan of Yamaha. Currently own a MT07. I am looking to get something in this class. This one is on my short list. The Honda CB1000R is also on the list. I do like the Retro Style over the more Modern Look.
G'day Mark from Australia, now that's a bike l would love to ride, new with touch of old bike stance, and plenty of horsepower and a reliable engine, bit open at the rear end but not a deal breaker, your delivery address is spot on, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.
Thanks Mark, due to this review I ordered one in black. At first I was doubting buying a Z900rs, but the price, features and amazing engine did it to me. I also own a 83 cb1100f superboldor, so the z900 would look too classic next to it anyway😊. Its coming next week, cant wait. Thanks again!
Hi Paul these 900 triples are epic 😁 There is a harshness to them at say 6 k upwards but for me not an issue more of a character...it's not like inline 4 that can buzz and numb your hands Cheers mark
That's so nice to see, you can flat foot the bike at 5'7. I am the same height as you and most of my previous bikes I couldn't flatfoot. It's not the end of the world but it's nice to flat foot.
Great review. I have a 2016 60th Anniversary XSR and it is a superb motorcycle. I have added well over £3k of accessories, including Ohlins suspension and an amazing LED headlight which improves the riding experience. I am lucky enough to have two other motorcycles (a BMW R1250 GS & Triumph Speed Triple 1200 )and can honestly say the XSR is my favourite 👍
@@DB-sd3cw I wouldn’t describe it as frivolous, but more decadent. If you currently ride a motorcycle, I would suggest giving up, since most bikers tend to be really positive people 😷
Thanks for the review. I own the XSR900 2016 model in grey and red and I love it. The engine is superb and it is nimble and cheap to maintain. It is no bulky and weighty, but it is a mighty bike!!!
I say, XSR is image motorcycle, which makes your day funny, but Tracer 9, with higher comfort, makes that day much longer. I have blue, like second bike, from September already over 2500kms, now can wait for warm April 2023 weather.
Any input on the xsr900 for tall riders. Been dying to get one of these but i'm a little under 6'5 205lbs. Worried about the ergonomics and haven't been able to find one to test ride.
Dangerous review, could be very pricey, 😉 I have and live the xsr700 but the 900 would be nice (as well). Like the review on the MT07.. versatility, COST, performance etc all thrown in a bag = best bike ever. Now honda on the tail with their new hornet. All great bikes but always liked Yamaha. Anyway great reviews 👍👍 cheers
Hi Donna the xsr900 feels and is alot lighter...the cb1000r is more of a naked muscle bike with it's 140 HP the xsr is more terrier like but no less fun with it's less 118;HP . Two great bikes the Honda is a dream to look at and very smooth but the xsr feels much more nimble Hope that helps a bit Best wishes mark
Hi Mark. As always a great review, what bike isn't good these days? This is only my opinion, it's a lovely bike (sorta) but I think the tank range will put a lot of customers off, if I remember correctly you said 150 miles per tank, that's really not enough for the cc of bike, it would be good enough for a 500cc or less (still not good), but sorta acceptable. People talk about electric bikes with only a distance of 150 miles and they complain, this is a combustion engine, so no excuses tbh. Everything about the bike looks good, but in my personal opinion it's a deal breaker for the milage per tank of fuel.
In my experience around 150 miles range is pretty competitive for this class of bike, say CB1000R, Z900 RS, Speed Twin are all about the same. After about 100 miles on my CB1000R im dying to get off because of sore arseitis anyway !
People complain about electric bikes because of the time you need to wait to fully charge. 2 min to fill the tank and go. 1 hour to charge (in the very best) and not even 100 miles range( in the very best).
I wonder if anyone has fitted that brembo master lever combi to an older XSR900?? Looks great, with added breaking! (Which may or may not be an issue as the older models abs is a little bit intrusive, or I’m overly aggressive 🤷♂️)…
yes, definitely is better on the move to look at , very quick spin up engine , is quite a contrast to the meteor 650 you last tested at the same weight ;; ideal world is to have both ;;
As a first gen owner, I was really looking forward to the update….but other than cruise, it just doesn’t work for me. I love Yamaha, have two right now, just sold my mt10. I may have to look elsewhere for the next fun bike. Perhaps the new triumph street rs, in red. Ooh. Nice review 👍🇨🇦🤪
Nice review of what seems like a very decent bike. Much prefer it to it's MT sibling in terms of looks & style but it's still not a great looking bike imo. Although it does look much better in the black than the blue & it would be even better with the gold forks & wheels too.
nice review as always Mark, difficult choice between this and the Z900 but for me the kawasaki wins it, purely on looks i think, however the yamaha wins on the Engine! i have pre ordered the Tracer 9gt+ so excited on getting that next may
@@marksimpson5218 Right! Can confirm that since I fitted a Puig touring screen to my 2020 MT09 SP, stability at very high speeds (on a race track pit straight for instance) in combination with full racing leathers and a AGV Pista RR helmet is now in a completely new league 😉🏁🏁
Nice one as per normal Mark. I achieve 59mpg on my daily commute with my blue MT09 same engine. The XSR looks better is slightly different as has the standard cruise control which is handy. I saw the XSR both in blue and black at the local dealer and I have to say that the fantastic Yamaha blue is the one for me. The only odd thing with this bike is the gap between the seat and the fuel tank. It looks like they could have made the fuel tank a bit bigger if they closed that gap. I don't know but it looks just weird. Do I think it is £1400 better than my MT09? Tough one. Nevertheless I love my MT09 the engine sounds OK but I still call it the sound of a coffee grinder with my helmet on. 😉
It doesn't look as striking in this colour. The blue one with the gold wheels looks better. I've come round to not minding the seat hump. The rear foot pegs are off the original MT, the 01. Six degrees. I've forgotten what that feels like. If it gets below 20, I feel chilly. Great bike and review.
Hi Mark, if you had a choice of this bike (XSR900) or Suzuki gsxs 1000 2022, what would you go for? as they are both about the same price second hand. Great video as usual.
Which bike did you prefer, the XSR or the MT 09? I loved the new XSR when I sat on it at the bike show. I thought it was perfect for me. I'm about the same height as you are and could put my feet down without trouble. And.....it's light too. The only thing I couldn't stand was the tiny TFT. FFS how much more does a bigger one cost?
Lots of complaints about the tiny TFT on these and the MT09. Next years MT 07 gets a 5" colour TFT so I expect Yamaha to fit that one to the following years MT 09 and XSR. Fuel tank is too small as well. The seat I would throw away and fit a flatter after market one. Other than that it's a great bike but I will stick with my 2022 Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 thankyou [it's the best bike I have ever ridden and I have been riding since 1978].
It is an interesting looking bike and probably the first bike I have seen with that type of beam frame that doesn't look completely stupid. I guess with the engine on these bikes almost all looking exactly the same nowadays, it makes no sense to show it off , and it is best to cover it with a section of Frame (aluminium I am guessing by the weight). I would be concerned that the section of plastic between the tank and the seat will have its paint worn off in short order.
If you are a complete beginner something like the xsr 700 would be better ... however if you have a year or so experience then the modes maxed out will soften then throttle response somewhat Good luck best wishes mark
Try the Aprilia V4 1100 Tuono. Oh my god. That thing is in a different league. Been riding since the 70's and nothing and I mean nothing compares to that. The XSR is great fun but that Tuono is just bonkers.
Starting to like the look of the new xsr design can se it has potential but the big bump on the seat needs a plastik cover with a pise of foam as backrest and it might be possible to turn into a decent and okay looking race seat. The belly exhaust definitely needs to be changed, that thing just looks awful not having a small cool looking pipe, actually think the standard one on the old model looks really good.
It needs to be blue Mark, black doesn't really do its looks justice, but do you prefer the shorter wheelbase and somewhat lighter MT-09 to this model, looks aside ? I suppose this one is a bit less twitchy when really pressing on, but I tend to prefer bikes with a shorter wheelbase.
Hi Michael ...this one is just as much fun but feels a little less twitchy/ lively due to its slightly longer wheelbase but amazing fun all the same cheers mark
Hey Mark, I'd like yout opinion. I'm getting my 1st bike next spring and I was thinking about this bike. The previous Gen is a bit suicidal, but this one has the power modes, that theoretically tame the bike to a 650 naked category, do you think it would be too much for somebody like me? I'm 33, 1,84m, 110 kg. I know how to respect power, I've had a couple of fast cars in the past, that's why I was thinking maybe I could get away with this one. I know there are other options out there, but I really like the way the xsr900 looks and sounds.
Get yourself a triumph street triple 675, my 1st big bike was the Rx, forgiving bike, fast as fuck and one of the best nakeds hence why I now own a street triple 765rs, lovely engine's
Got to agree with Mako, this bike is a bit of a handful for new rider. May I suggest if you like a nice retro bike and you have a fair budget maybe a Triumph Street twin or Kawasaki z650 both plenty fast enough for a newbie or for an older bike the venerable Suzuki SV 650 v twin
I've had mine since June and love it. Had the suspension set up professionally and over 3k miles of fun so far.
Thanks a lot for your brilliant and informative review on the XSR900. I picked up mine in September and have enjoyed every single of 2600 km so far. Highly addictive, as you mentioned.
Most consistent review channel in my opinion. Follows a regular well formulated protocol. Excellent!
Many thanks for the comment
Best wishes mark
I bought one in June having not ridden for 30 years like you said quite stiff out of the box but I set the suspension up for my weight and it transformed the bike I love it and a great review cheers
Thanks Gary ...glad you said about the suspension.....I wasn't imagining it then :)
My dream bike, faults and all. Just love it, cannot wait to see the upcoming version with fairings
I have a MT09 SP, no question the XSR looks better but I have a more comfy seat and upright seating position so better for commuting, touring. Either bike or even the Tracer is a gem with the frame, engine and quick shifter.
20 years on either would leave you looking like a moroccan tailor (hunched over with bent spine). Get those handlebars 2 inches higher for gosh sake! I own one and it really chaps my ass how i have to lean forward on it with its flimsy light thin handlebars that want to dance like the devil. Rake is too short unless for the racetrack or super smooth roads, as are most modern neo cafe 'kill millennials' bikes these days. Thai roads have waves in them and little bumps and snakelines, mudfalls, floods.. But they sell these type of neo sports and heritage sports 17" front wheelers like the xsr and the mt to kids in the thousands here, and many are dying due to the fact that the bikes are not made for Thai roads. The XSR is getting too much hype on youtube (paid probably some of it), and to be honest, from the 6 bikes i own, its the one i feel is the flimsiest, and least safe, and the lack of a partition in the gas tank is a serious flaw to the central balance of the bike due to the4 flow of the petrol from left to right side of tank when half full, unbalancing the bike. I have spent most of my life on the back of a motorcycle (since age ten i am now fifty eight), and i do not feel safe on an XSR, which means, it is not safe
What a fantastic bike and brilliant review! I sat smiling in front of my iPad all the way through it :) As a brand new rider and only 5”4 it’s a bit much for me right now but who knows where I’ll be in a couple of years… Hopefully on one of these. I love the blue/gold colour.
I wasn’t sure I liked the looks but the more I see it the more and more I love it. Wish it had a bigger thank. Spent the weekend riding with a 1990 Fzr 1000 and it had the same tank, so it’s actually pretty true to form for the older sports bikes and endurance racing models of the 80’s and 90’s . Nice in block, nicer in the blue.
I like MP, his reviews are to the point.
Great review and it’s good to see the typical RPMs for real world speeds. Although I’d have to take it really easy in suburb surface streets, this bike would be fun to ride on the freeways here in California (where average speed is 80-85 mph).
Brilliant review, thankyou!. I saw this exact bike at my local bike shop today.. absolutely loved the look of it in Black.. so much so I've booked a test ride tomorrow.. Your review has certainly helped! It really is better in the flesh than on screen too
Another great real world review, thanks Mark. 🍻
Ok mark many thanks 👍☺️
This is my third time watching this video and I watched other videos on this bike and I must say the more I look at this bike the more I want it! Great review.
Many thanks Brian
Always a pleasure to watch your reviews!
Looking in to an XSR125 for city commuting. I would love to see your take on it!
Have you seen Juliane Rides review on the XSR125? Nice bike 👍🏻
Fab bit of honing, what an extraordinary frame 👍👌
Good! Nice MGB at 14:22. Takes me back!
Great review Mark. I’m a similar height to you and recently got one in blue but still bedding in brakes and tyres … and getting used to that power!
I’ve seen some comments re: the TFT and would say it’s very clear and easy to read. The seat won’t be the most comfortable ever but no issues so far. It’s a bike that looks even better in person and that intake sound is great. Cheers
Great review, this bike is now on my list,
Nice review. First time I have seen it in the black (all other reviews have had the blue press bike). The blue is very nice but I have to say, I am loving that blacked out look!
I got the Kelpi seat cover for my 2022 bike. Makes a big difference to looks and comfort. Recommended!
thank you for a great review! hopefully i get this one next year :D
Many thanks and yes great choice 👍
Best wishes mark
I’m 5’8 so the seat height appeals in terms of being able to reach the ground in traffic. Also like the way the bike develops its power and throttle smoothness- not something you find on every euro 5 compliant bike. I would prefer a bikini fairing that offers more wind protection. A bike I’d be happy to own.
I looked at one of these in blue a month or so ago, but unfortunately they didn’t have one to test ride so I went for a hyoermotard sp which was brilliant fun on the test ride. Was worried the saddle looked really hard and suspension too form for a B road, wish I’d seen your review…, but happy with the hyper for time being
Great review! I just picked the same motorcycle up a week ago. I had a 2016 years ago and I must say the improvements on the 2022 stand out. Great engine and the quick shifter is butter. To my understanding blue will be the only color available in 2023. For those who are looking to pickup a black one, check it out in person. It has flake in the paint and really pops in the sunlight.
I agree with you Mark that triple is a fantastic engine, I’ve had a Tracer and MT fabulous 😊great review
Lovely bike Mark, great review as usual, good to see your still keeping it a proper bike review unlike some who can’t help name dropping,and selling themselves and products 👍keep going
Many thanks David ☺️
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Hey bro , you ride a lot of bikes but which type of bikes the is best one according to you ?
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According to your videos we can see you ride so many bikes already so can you tell Me which bike is the one you can feel the better ones ?
Beautiful bike, more than I need these days but hooning around on it would be a blast
Perfect review👌greetings from Greece, keep going Mr
Thanks for the feedback:)
Great review Mark as always lovely bike like the looks to, be interesting to see it in the blue 👍🚴🤩🏅
Thanks Pete Yes the blue would definitely be my colour ☺️
Love it Mark! Great review👍
Thanks Brett 😀
Until this review, 1 of many I have watched before I gave up and bought my 2022 street tripler R, none of them spoke of the adjsutable front suspension or cruise control or if they did I must have missed it. I would have bought the 2022 even though I would have had to travel +/- 500 miles here in the states from where I live to get one due to local dealers not having any delivered.Thanks for your review, yours are the best as always.
Many thanks Tony :)
Great video like always u r the #1
Many thanks 👍🙏
Cheers Mark.. Absolutely great job on reviewing. Thank you for that.
You have made my choice on a bike much easier👍
Thanks very much:)
That looks a cracking bike! never knew anything about it. Cheers!
At first I didn't think I liked it, but when you sat on it it looked fine to me.
Very comprehensive review. I have a hankering for a triple this might be the one. Thanks for your help in making a educated purchase. Good health.
Many thanks glad you enjoyed it
Best wishes mark
Solid review fella
Good review of a brilliant bike. I've got the blue version that i think looks so much better than the black. I find that the tank range isn't a problem as if you were planning loong motorway trips you wouldn't buy this bike, this is for fun not touring.
I do find it odd that lots of the comments say its a very fast bike and super powerful, I don't feel that at all when i ride it, the power is very smooth and controllable and you only go as fast as your right wrist makes you. It tops out at 140mph ish so not a hype fast bike.
Either way i'm very glad i brought mine.
Thanks Sean yes the blue 🔵 is definitely the colour to get cheers mark
Tend to upgrade from MT 07 , but short with money for now. XSR series have soul for sure. Have great one. Thank’s for god video.
Many thanks 👍
Always enjoy your reviews. Thank you. Wish I had had the patience to wait for this bike. At the moment only using 1/3 of what my 890R is capable of, but after living with it for the last 2 years the idea of sell/trading it hurts some, lol. That said, I’d almost consider trading for the XSR900.
The 890 duke r is one of my favorite bikes it's on my to get list :)
@@markpulling12
I still would go for Yamaha reliability any day 😉
Love the blacked out model! Makes me want to paint
Another good review Mark
Thanks mark ... Really like the engine in these :)
👏 Mark, great review , Being a current MT owner I was a little negative to the looks when I first saw the XSR tbh but seeing again in the black and with the extras on the bike especially the front screen really looks the Biz! Had mine for 8 months now and have to agree the cp3 engine is an absolute Hoot😄
Thanks Rob yes it's a marvel of engineering that engine 😅
Great Review, Mark, as usual. I am a big fan of Yamaha. Currently own a MT07. I am looking to get something in this class. This one is on my short list. The Honda CB1000R is also on the list. I do like the Retro Style over the more Modern Look.
Thanks James the Honda is an awesome machine too but this feels alot lighter
Great video! Only problem is which color to choose, black raven or the blue with gold wheels.
Great review mark,that sound is amazing it's a of bike for your money.
It really is! thanks james
very good and informative. That's the way bike should be reviewed!
Many thanks I appreciate that 😊
Best wishes mark
Fantastic review. Currently weighing this or a S1000R/R9t. I know they're different. Not sure if extra shell on Beemers worth it
Thats a lot of bike of the money, i like it although i do prefer the blue, great review as always mark 👍👍
Many thanks jake :)
Will be my next bike
Thank you very much for another great review Mark. What about the new MT10, is it on the list? 😁😁
Yes it's on the way .... crescent Yamaha have one but it's not ready yet for the road ,:)
G'day Mark from Australia, now that's a bike l would love to ride, new with touch of old bike stance, and plenty of horsepower and a reliable engine, bit open at the rear end but not a deal breaker, your delivery address is spot on, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.
Hi Neil many thanks as always 🙂
Thanks Mark, due to this review I ordered one in black. At first I was doubting buying a Z900rs, but the price, features and amazing engine did it to me. I also own a 83 cb1100f superboldor, so the z900 would look too classic next to it anyway😊. Its coming next week, cant wait.
Thanks again!
Great choice... you are going to love this ... amazing engine
Best wishes mark
Is black available in the US for 2024?
Great review thanks. Whats it like for vibes through the rev range under load? Buzzy?
Hi Paul these 900 triples are epic 😁
There is a harshness to them at say 6 k upwards but for me not an issue more of a character...it's not like inline 4 that can buzz and numb your hands
Cheers mark
Thanks @@markpulling12 . I'm looking at getting one of the 2022+yr versions in the spring. Hopefully I'll be able to square up a test ride first.
That's so nice to see, you can flat foot the bike at 5'7. I am the same height as you and most of my previous bikes I couldn't flatfoot. It's not the end of the world but it's nice to flat foot.
Many thanks 💯✅
Best wishes mark
You look good on it, Mark! It has an aggressive stance with nice proportions. If I were younger (and a lot richer), this would be my bike.
Top review on the xsr mark , can I ask what gloves you’re wearing please
Hi Darren they are by Endura
Cheers mark
Great review. I have a 2016 60th Anniversary XSR and it is a superb motorcycle. I have added well over £3k of accessories, including Ohlins suspension and an amazing LED headlight which improves the riding experience. I am lucky enough to have two other motorcycles (a BMW R1250 GS & Triumph Speed Triple 1200 )and can honestly say the XSR is my favourite 👍
Blowing money on something as frivolous as a led headlight is the most British thing I've ever read. Did you spend 2k pounds on a tea warmer too?
Not that superb then?
@@DB-sd3cw I wouldn’t describe it as frivolous, but more decadent. If you currently ride a motorcycle, I would suggest giving up, since most bikers tend to be really positive people 😷
@@davidbesant Nope, it is an absolutely SUPERB motorcycle, made even better by upgrades.
Thanks for the review. I own the XSR900 2016 model in grey and red and I love it. The engine is superb and it is nimble and cheap to maintain. It is no bulky and weighty, but it is a mighty bike!!!
My dream bike
Finally found reviewer who has same height, weight and inseam. 😄 Must follow.
Haha 😂 many thanks 👍
Great review Mark. Is the headlight cowel Yamaha option ?
Hi John yes it's a Yamaha option :)
I say, XSR is image motorcycle, which makes your day funny, but Tracer 9, with higher comfort, makes that day much longer.
I have blue, like second bike, from September already over 2500kms, now can wait for warm April 2023 weather.
Any input on the xsr900 for tall riders. Been dying to get one of these but i'm a little under 6'5 205lbs. Worried about the ergonomics and haven't been able to find one to test ride.
Awsome bike. Thanks
Glad you like it!
Dangerous review, could be very pricey, 😉 I have and live the xsr700 but the 900 would be nice (as well). Like the review on the MT07.. versatility, COST, performance etc all thrown in a bag = best bike ever. Now honda on the tail with their new hornet. All great bikes but always liked Yamaha. Anyway great reviews 👍👍 cheers
nice motorcycle - useful Infos - good Video quality - thanks to you and greetings to GB - from germany . take care bro 😉
vielen Dank für Ihre Kommentare. Viele Grüße Mark
Man it looks good.
Hi Mark always enjoy your reviews , can I ask how the Yamaha xsr900 compares to the Honda cb1000r?😊
Hi Donna the xsr900 feels and is alot lighter...the cb1000r is more of a naked muscle bike with it's 140 HP the xsr is more terrier like but no less fun with it's less 118;HP .
Two great bikes the Honda is a dream to look at and very smooth but the xsr feels much more nimble
Hope that helps a bit
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark , good advice 👍🏍
Hi Mark. As always a great review, what bike isn't good these days? This is only my opinion, it's a lovely bike (sorta) but I think the tank range will put a lot of customers off, if I remember correctly you said 150 miles per tank, that's really not enough for the cc of bike, it would be good enough for a 500cc or less (still not good), but sorta acceptable. People talk about electric bikes with only a distance of 150 miles and they complain, this is a combustion engine, so no excuses tbh.
Everything about the bike looks good, but in my personal opinion it's a deal breaker for the milage per tank of fuel.
In my experience around 150 miles range is pretty competitive for this class of bike, say CB1000R, Z900 RS, Speed Twin are all about the same. After about 100 miles on my CB1000R im dying to get off because of sore arseitis anyway !
People complain about electric bikes because of the time you need to wait to fully charge. 2 min to fill the tank and go. 1 hour to charge (in the very best) and not even 100 miles range( in the very best).
That lovely Yamaha rumble
Beautiful bike. Love the sound of that silky smooth engine. The seat is not to my liking. But great bike.
I wonder if anyone has fitted that brembo master lever combi to an older XSR900?? Looks great, with added breaking! (Which may or may not be an issue as the older models abs is a little bit intrusive, or I’m overly aggressive 🤷♂️)…
Nice review, thanks ...what better, this or new suzuki GSXS1000 ?
Hi I'd get this one as I love cruise control but there isn't much in it 😄
yes, definitely is better on the move to look at , very quick spin up engine , is quite a contrast to the meteor 650 you last tested at the same weight ;; ideal world is to have both ;;
As a first gen owner, I was really looking forward to the update….but other than cruise, it just doesn’t work for me. I love Yamaha, have two right now, just sold my mt10. I may have to look elsewhere for the next fun bike. Perhaps the new triumph street rs, in red. Ooh. Nice review 👍🇨🇦🤪
Many thanks 👍
Put the gold wheels and a better looking seat and it would look great. Excellent review!
Plus a tail tidy and and exhaust swap (with an pro engine tune, about 118 whp are possible) and you are good to go…
The gold with black would be super nice.
Nice review of what seems like a very decent bike. Much prefer it to it's MT sibling in terms of looks & style but it's still not a great looking bike imo. Although it does look much better in the black than the blue & it would be even better with the gold forks & wheels too.
Nah. The blue is best.
I prefer the black.
That bike is an Animal!
a very nice bike! very well done video 👍 which color do you prefer ? black or legend blue…
Hi it's got to be the 🔵 for me 😃
@@markpulling12 Yes, I think so too 💪 blue is beautiful, you did a great job on the video! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
nice review as always Mark, difficult choice between this and the Z900 but for me the kawasaki wins it, purely on looks i think, however the yamaha wins on the Engine! i have pre ordered the Tracer 9gt+ so excited on getting that next may
Hi Christopher great choice with the 9 gt plus :)
I fitted a puig sports screen to my tracer & it transformed the bike. I use my tracer far more than my 22 MT10
@@marksimpson5218
Right! Can confirm that since I fitted a Puig touring screen to my 2020 MT09 SP, stability at very high speeds (on a race track pit straight for instance) in combination with full racing leathers and a AGV Pista RR helmet is now in a completely new league 😉🏁🏁
There is only one thing I wish for on my xsr is I wish it was black. Super bike.Andrew
Nice one as per normal Mark. I achieve 59mpg on my daily commute with my blue MT09 same engine. The XSR looks better is slightly different as has the standard cruise control which is handy. I saw the XSR both in blue and black at the local dealer and I have to say that the fantastic Yamaha blue is the one for me. The only odd thing with this bike is the gap between the seat and the fuel tank. It looks like they could have made the fuel tank a bit bigger if they closed that gap. I don't know but it looks just weird. Do I think it is £1400 better than my MT09? Tough one. Nevertheless I love my MT09 the engine sounds OK but I still call it the sound of a coffee grinder with my helmet on. 😉
This bike gets great reviews, I just wish it looked as good as the Z900RS
Looks better - or different - matter of opinion.
@@anxiousappliance Of course
Beautiful bike! What is the fairing being used on the front and where can it be purchased? Thanks!!
I think it'd a Yamaha part toby ask your local Yamaha dealer
Cheers mark
It doesn't look as striking in this colour. The blue one with the gold wheels looks better. I've come round to not minding the seat hump. The rear foot pegs are off the original MT, the 01.
Six degrees. I've forgotten what that feels like. If it gets below 20, I feel chilly.
Great bike and review.
Hi nik yes that was a cold review yesterday ☺️. Cheers mark
Great looking head light shroud/windscreen. Do you know if it is a Yamaha accessory?
Yes I think it is :)
Hi Mark, if you had a choice of this bike (XSR900) or Suzuki gsxs 1000 2022, what would you go for? as they are both about the same price second hand. Great video as usual.
Hi shiv ...tough choice as they are both 5 star bikes ...think I'd go for the xsr as I really like the triple engine
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks Mark! Keep up with the great content bud! 😄
@@markpulling12 I tried the GSXS1000 and it felt too big and looks too transformer.
Which bike did you prefer, the XSR or the MT 09? I loved the new XSR when I sat on it at the bike show. I thought it was perfect for me. I'm about the same height as you are and could put my feet down without trouble. And.....it's light too. The only thing I couldn't stand was the tiny TFT. FFS how much more does a bigger one cost?
Hi Clive I prefer the xsr ....I found it more comfortable and I like it's looks ...and it feels so light ;)
Cheers mark
Lots of complaints about the tiny TFT on these and the MT09. Next years MT 07 gets a 5" colour TFT so I expect Yamaha to fit that one to the following years MT 09 and XSR. Fuel tank is too small as well. The seat I would throw away and fit a flatter after market one. Other than that it's a great bike but I will stick with my 2022 Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 thankyou [it's the best bike I have ever ridden and I have been riding since 1978].
It is an interesting looking bike and probably the first bike I have seen with that type of beam frame that doesn't look completely stupid. I guess with the engine on these bikes almost all looking exactly the same nowadays, it makes no sense to show it off , and it is best to cover it with a section of Frame (aluminium I am guessing by the weight). I would be concerned that the section of plastic between the tank and the seat will have its paint worn off in short order.
I really like the small bubble wind screen. Who makes that?
I think it's a genuine Yamaha part
Best wishes mark
Is this manageable as a beginner with the drving modes and Traction control maxed out? Great bike
If you are a complete beginner something like the xsr 700 would be better ... however if you have a year or so experience then the modes maxed out will soften then throttle response somewhat
Good luck best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 thank you sir! Will go for the big engine I think!
Great bike Mark but way to fast for me, a lot of self control required. Nice review as always.
Thanks James ....yes it's very rapid !
I love the look and sound of this bike.....but not sure how practical it would be for luggage etc
Thats why they make the Tracer 900
I have to agree the CP3 engine is awesome having owned around 25 different bikes over the years nothing compares 👍
I want a cp2 900 cc engine already
Try the Aprilia V4 1100 Tuono. Oh my god. That thing is in a different league. Been riding since the 70's and nothing and I mean nothing compares to that. The XSR is great fun but that Tuono is just bonkers.
The v4 on the Tuono is maybe too much for the road, difficult to use all that power, 120hp is an other matter, but agree the Aprilia sounds very nice.
Hi Mark. Is there much difference in power between the 700 and 900 version as you have rode both..what do you
Prefer..🤔
Hi Terry they are both great 👍
But yes the 900 is way more power than the 700 ...70 ish HP vs about 115 HP ....I prefer the 900 ;)
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 oh cheers mark 🥂
Starting to like the look of the new xsr design can se it has potential but the big bump on the seat needs a plastik cover with a pise of foam as backrest and it might be possible to turn into a decent and okay looking race seat.
The belly exhaust definitely needs to be changed, that thing just looks awful not having a small cool looking pipe, actually think the standard one on the old model looks really good.
It needs to be blue Mark, black doesn't really do its looks justice, but do you prefer the shorter wheelbase and somewhat lighter MT-09 to this model, looks aside ? I suppose this one is a bit less twitchy when really pressing on, but I tend to prefer bikes with a shorter wheelbase.
Hi Michael ...this one is just as much fun but feels a little less twitchy/ lively due to its slightly longer wheelbase but amazing fun all the same cheers mark
Hey Mark, I'd like yout opinion.
I'm getting my 1st bike next spring and I was thinking about this bike. The previous Gen is a bit suicidal, but this one has the power modes, that theoretically tame the bike to a 650 naked category, do you think it would be too much for somebody like me? I'm 33, 1,84m, 110 kg. I know how to respect power, I've had a couple of fast cars in the past, that's why I was thinking maybe I could get away with this one.
I know there are other options out there, but I really like the way the xsr900 looks and sounds.
Get yourself a triumph street triple 675, my 1st big bike was the Rx, forgiving bike, fast as fuck and one of the best nakeds hence why I now own a street triple 765rs, lovely engine's
@@makomadeira5799 Thanks for the suggestion !
@@bigstu31able Thanks for the suggestion !
Got to agree with Mako, this bike is a bit of a handful for new rider. May I suggest if you like a nice retro bike and you have a fair budget maybe a Triumph Street twin or Kawasaki z650 both plenty fast enough for a newbie or for an older bike the venerable Suzuki SV 650 v twin
I'd go for maybe the xsr700 or something like a Honda cb500 f ...this bike is super fast and a bit much for a first machine
Goid luck mark
Nice bike but tyres do not last unfortunately so will need changing at around 4000 miles
Good review
Sorry but to many things I don't like the look of but I would however go for an MT model either 09 or 10 instead 😉nice one Mark 👍
Many thanks 👍
I love this bike, but I really really wish it had a front wind fairing. Highway is just not fun.