The XSR is a cracking bike. That ought to come as no shock, as a result of it’s basically a reworked model of Yamaha’s massively-popular MT-07. It options the identical 689cc parallel-twin engine and light-weight chassis – however will get some fashionable extras to assist it stand aside from its barely extra aggressive middleweight bare sibling.
It’s gentle, straightforward to deal with and an absolute hoot to trip, although the suspension (notably on the rear) generally is a limiting issue in case you’re seeking to push on. Some house owners have uprated to an Yamaha-provided Ohlins unit, so if you will discover a mannequin with one in every of them, that’d be the only option.
Apart from that, it’s actually arduous to search out fault with the primary technology of Yamaha’s retro roadster. It appears to be like good, goes effectively and has a confirmed observe document for being dependable, sturdy and simple to take care of. As fashionable retros go, the XSR 700 is true up there.
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