With the XSR900 GP, Yamaha evokes the past more strongly than ever before in its sports heritage range. The new model is an unmistakable homage to the angularly styled racing motorcycles of the 1980s. The basis is the retro naked bike XSR900.
In particular, the upper part of the fairing of the replaced by a compact lens module that sits behind the fairing. The tubular structure that connects the front fairing to the frame and the straight brackets that support the cockpit create a driver’s perspective that is also inspired by the period. There is a color-matching cover over the pillion seat as a seat hump, in which the rear light is also “hidden”. The performance and gear ratio of the well-known 890 cc three-cylinder remain unchanged, it remains at 119 hp and 93 Nm at 7000 rpm; However, given the front fairing, Yamaha promises higher acceleration and top speed. The revised handlebars ensure a sporty stance and put more load on the front wheel, and the frame has been adjusted in some areas for greater cornering stability. The footrests made of die-cast aluminum are height-adjustable.Retro, but digital cockpitThe retro-style cockpit houses a new five-inch TFT color display with four selectable display motifs, including one with an analogue-looking tachometer.For all its retro efforts, the Yamaha has XSR900 GP of course has all sorts of modern features from connectivity to quickshifters and comfort indicators to fully adjustable suspension elements. The new model is expected to be available from April in either the colors Legend Red and Power Gray. The Deltabox frame and swingarm are painted silver. The price will be announced shortly. The naked XSR900 is available in Austria from 11,899 euros.
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