New 2022 Yamaha XSR900 vs XSR700: Which Should You Buy? 

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Mann I'm lusting after that XSR 900. Its a classic sleeper bike. Yamaha is killing it.

Always love your reviews and I watch a whole lot as especially since I don't have a motorcycle and love being informed about the offerings available.

I am just about to pull the trigger on a cb1000r black but this new XSR900 has turned my head. Spot on review as usual 👍

The new XSR900 reminds me of the original, garage built, naked bikes of the 90s. Like the dropped and re-born Thundercat 600s sans plastics we’d see back then. With the chunky delta-box frame exposed. If that is the look they are going for, I reckon that’s a successful and refreshing take on the retro bike.

Just picked up the 2022 xsr900 and I am in heaven. Can't wait to get more time on it this summer and fall. Absolute right choice for me, and I am 6-2. Fits me really well, and a blast to ride. More to come...

Well both the XSR 900 and XSR 700are great options in their respective format. In terms of design both bikes looks superb although i prefer the XSR 700. The XSR 900 looks good but it doesn't do quite well with rear seat design. Personally i prefer the straight seat of the XSR 700. Performance wise both bikes are good. The 72 bhp of the XSR 700 is plenty enough power for Enjoying in the city as well as on the highway. Overall both the XSR 700 and 900 are great retro machines, and my choice is the XSR 700 👍.

love both of them, i got the 700 with some accesories and i couldn´t be more happier

Man I loved your video Keep it up brother

If I could get the 700 seat on the 900 the choice would be simple.

I think the seat hump on the 900 was inspired by the seat hump on the XS750 and 850 triples from the 70s and 80s. The 700’s seat hump also slightly resembles the seat hump on the XS650

Cool review thank you 🙏

Nice... We are waiting a review with u riding this beauty Bob...

That 900 just looks killer to me. Love that style of bike. It's just nice.

Someone who knows what they’re talking about and sounds good doing it - thank you

That new XSR900 looks the mutts nuts! It really appeals to me.... I think it's time to pay a visit to a local Yam dealer.. thanks for the vid!

XSR900 in mode 3 is basically a big Grom or an XSR700, so buy the XSR900 and grow into it over time.

The 900's for more on dedicated riders, that really drive on the edge around canyon roads, will the XSR700 is a "forever" bike, the engine is amazing, decent performance.

Really impressed by the XSR900 update. I'm thinking I must be in the minority too, as I think the seat looks great, especially in profile. Hit of the year? 🎯

I have a 2018 XSR700 and I love it, perfect bike for my kind of riding. enough power and no frills bike

The livery on the 700 just looks cheap. I know it's supposed to look like the classic but on this bike it doesn't really hit the same. The previous year XSR700 in that red/white/gold wheel combo was great. If they improved everything else then great because I guess you could wrap the outer tank panels.

2016 model of the 700 and 900 are still my favorites.

Amazing comparison! I think you nailed it with this one! I own the previous XSR900 and my GF owns a XSR700. Now I would not say that the power of the 900 is intimidating but it is serious power. If you are looking for a bike for cruising, the 700 is the better option. If you like it sporty, the XSR900 will do the better job - event more with the new version. Plus the "heritage blue" color scheme would be a Nr. 4 reason to get the 900 alone ;-)

Just bought an XSR900! I had a 90 minute test ride and smiled for all 90 minutes! The quick shifter is addictive, the sound is explosive, and the looks are sexy! I was looking at an MT09, but the appearance was making me wonder if it was right for me, then I found the XSR and fell in love. Just buy one

I will go for the 900. It looks better and the lower seat height fits me better. I would feel a little more like in the bike rather than on the bike.

Love the looks of both, but very happy w my '21 MT07, after improving suspension & front brakes. I don't miss TC much, since the stock Roads 5s stick well, wet or dry. Did the XSR700 get all the updates the '21 MT07 got? Is the XSR700 seat more comfy than the MT07 seat? If Yamaha releases colors, other than black, for the US market, I'm thinking most of my bolt ons would transfer....pipe & suspension, at least. Probably leave the SS lines and EBC pads on the front, for the next owner. :) The power specs on the 900 are close to my '14 FZ09, and '21 KTM 890 AdvR. Those bikes proved more than I needed, on the street. The TC system on the KTM, especially, made it easy to get over-confident, and over 100mph, quickly. If the TC system on the 900 works anywhere near as well as the '16 R1 I had as a track bike, I'd probably struggle keeping risk down on public roads, as well.....And that's with 45 years of moto experience ;)

My one and only issue with these bikes is the seats. They should of made it a flat bench seat. Or the ability to remove the back part and add a metal frame that is 100% horizontal flat for a bench seat. Its just more better with that style seat. But the seats on both is the ONLY reason i cant get this bike. The old scramblers from the 1970's had the flat seat im talking about, a bunch of the custom cafe racers, the builders use the flat bench seat im talking about. The only modern bike that makes the closest to a flat bench seat is the Triumph Scrambler 900, but its an optional seat they sale, and its not the perfect 100% horizontal flat that i need. But its close enough. It slightly rises up towards the last very back of it by like maybe 5% incline. But this yamaha 709 i love, but that seat stops me. Let me tell u how much i have to have a pure flat seat, the only CURRENT modern bike that has the flat seat i need, its a scooter. The BMW CE04 , they sale the optional 100% pure flat seat. But real talk, that scooter is would have to buy just because its like they made that seat just for me. I mean its literally the ONLY two wheel vehicle that has a 100% flat bench seat that i need. So until a bike manufacturer makes a flat bench seat for there motorcycle, then i cant by any of them. Im just built different then most people. And i have to have a bike with a 100% flat bench seat. So BMW are the lucky ones to get my money for now. ✌️

Hi moto bob , I think the 700 is the better looking out of the two and the one I would out of the two

if I had a decision to buy again - i'll buy xsr700 instead of xsr900 with no second thought. and i rode on xsr 30K and really love this bike

I love the look of the nostalgic 700. You have me 6 good reasons to buy a Yamaha!

To be fair. The XSR700 gets recommended for beginner riders so often. But after a year of having my license I regret not going for the 900. I wish I had more power. I still love my 700 and I will probably keep this for a couple of more years. But my advice to a beginner is to just buy want you want to buy in the first place. I wish I did not listen to all the people saying the 900 is not a beginner bike. It's BS. You'll learn to ride what you buy no matter what.

I have a 2018 XSR 700, and with a Termignoni pipe on it, it sounds amazing. It would be nice at some point if there was a larger displacement version of the CP2 engine, because I just love the sound of a good rumbly twin. But I'll content myself with getting an airbox mod and a tune to squeeze a bit more out of it.

I think the XSR700 has a nicer looking frame than the new XSR900. That is one thick slab looking frame on the XSR900, its good they reduced the seat height. Having said all that, the XSR700 only comes restricted in OZ, and at seat height of 835mm, both are deal breakers. XSR900 is a maybe, but probably with that sort of power it will be a death wish for me, lol. A cheaper SV650 might be the winner, for me, lol. On looks though, I'd take an XSR over the SV650.

Of these two, I'd get the 700. It's a lot cheaper and it looks better, is more economical, significant as the tanks are the same size. Although I am starting to find the 900 more attractive visually. It's certainly a great colour.

How about XSR1000. Love the XSR-line, a great bike where you can look at it with pride without vomiting from it's design(MT01).

I own a 21 mt07. So I know exactly what the xsr700 is like. I think I'll pick up the xsr900 next. That is a sexy bike.

The prices are high for the both for me but what a beautiful bikes!! Do you think the XSR 700 is beginner friendly?! Thanx

900, Lad, all day. It's a really nice ride. A beautiful place to spend a day with throttle therapy

Great video. I’m going for the XSR700, 70hp is plenty enough for me and I don’t need fluffy enhancements like ride modes and traction control. As long as it has ABS I’m good. Pricing is competitive but i do wish it had inverted forks and rebound adjustment on the rear. I do love the performance and style so will be purchasing on release.

Another great video, well done. Just wondering about your thoughts comparing the xsr900 with Aprilia Tuono 660. Which one to buy? Thanks.

I've got my mod2 in a couple of days, I'm a retro simp and love the sound the cp2 put out...but I'm a chunky boi, I'm worried 700 won't be enough after a few months

Awsome. the XSR900 strikes me as a replacement Ti955 that works. I wonder if the electrics are as spooked though.

I've started with the XSR700. If i have to choose a new one after a few years experience now i would take the the XSR900 or the Kawasaki Z900RS.

Xsr700 all day. Just add the open air box, exhaust and a decent tune and it will push 90hp. Fender eliminator also makes it look great from the back end 😀

#MOTOBOB Good video. IMO the "new" XSR 900 will become the best selling motorcycle in its segment. Hands down it is a fantastic value for what it offers at the price they are asking compared to other bikes in their segment. And from the now various and numerous test rides and such YT videos it is a confirmed fact that the XSR 900 being the winner in 2022 and possibly the forseeable future, IMO

The 700 is a great second bike. A little too touchy for a total noob, but still fairly relaxed and forgiving. It's a simple machine with hardly any electronic control.

I really like this color but I also really like the MTO9 SP.

4:00 only reason I don’t have an XSR900 is I like to sit upright! Everything else about it is perfect :)

One thing I hate about the previous gen XSR900 is the super wide fuel tank, in the 700 it looks sleek but the 900 makes it look mean, brings to mind the flared fenders of AMGs compared to their civilian 3 numbered counterparts. Though it is uncomfortable.

It's a a shame they didn't update the 700 like they did the 900.. A r7 that looked like an old TZR would be pretty cool IMO...

Just sat on an XSR700 and fell in love, the only thing I would like more is the F750gs

there is like a street scrambler version of the 700 right? tracker bars , pirelli mt60s on the get go

Blue looks great

Been considering these two for a while now, you read my mind! I think I’m still leaning towards the 900. I’m a returning rider and am concerned that I’ll get used to the 700 too quickly and always wonder what life would be like had I spent just a little more and gone with the 900.

👏👏👏thank you

I'm not a huge fan of the seat on the XSR900, but it isn't enough to keep me from buying one. I love the power, mirrors, and especially the cruise control. Hoping to trade my MT-07 for one in the future.

Is the ride-by-wire throttle really so slow on XSR 900? I mean at 6:04 it sounds really delayed when you twist the throttle. Not a good sign for quick downshifts..

I was looking at the 700 before i bought the cb650r, seemed a bit too simple and the seat was not my thing.

Ahh, My Dream Bike ❤️‍🔥

MT07(or XSR700) is too much for beginners. You really start to learn how to ride when you reached the limit of your engine. When going fast isn't that big of a deal anymore and you start to break later and harder, start to corner better and be more precise and efficient at riding a bike. You can start on an MT07 but it's harder to drive it to it's limits on public roads.(not advisable)

why not carepare with the xsr 900 ? I'd like to compare this ; along with the Tiger 850 sport.

The new XSR900 does it for me. 🔥 🔥

I didn’t want the high power 09 engine nor all the tech. However the MT07, which I bought, has a bad seat. If I’d tried the XSR07 and found it more comfortable then I would have bought one instead of the MT, which is a good bike in all respects apart from long-range comfort.

Good video I'm watching between the Ducati Scrambler and the Yamaha xsr 700 some tell me that Ducati is better others tell me that Yamaha is for life that they are better motorcycles than the 700 is the best engine the 900 I love it

and what about short people? the 900 should be better since the seat is lower?

When will be th time of an update for the CP2 engine? I am hoping for a ~60-100ccm enginge increase resulting in something like ~84 HP and ~80 NM. And the update the XSR with USD forks and slipper clutch and maybe a better more refinded ABS.

Anyone know how interchangeable the mt07 and the xsr 700? I have an mt07 and i think it’d like to buy some xsr stuff for it.

After not knowing what to get for a good 12 months after my SV650 pcp ended Up going for the 2022 xsr700 in black. Taller than the SV650 wider tank Nicer ride than the sv650 but prefer the sv650 engine note

Really don't care about retro and all stuff. But both are looking beautiful for me and only if yamaha ever launch this bike in India ( highly unlikely ) I'll go for xsr 900.

700 is more cool, but the 2018 metal grey was amazing.

Xsr 900 2020 model still best for me

Can somebody tell which era that 500cc two stroke is from .

it's all very choosing which one..it's actually getting them that's the issue! I've been waiting six weeks for a duke 890r, expected in may, now they tell me june or july !!

People dont realize 72HP XR700 is lot of power vs weight 410lb. My Nighthawk 750 makes 74 but weighs 520lb and I still think its plenty powerful but at 410 this thing will fly. My SV650 made 65HP (1st gen) and was lot of fun same weight as XR700

What justifies the $900 more for a xsr over the mt07?

900 would be too much for me, very happy with my 60th anniversary XSR700

I wish the XSR 700 had the TFT from the 900

XSR700 for exhaust alone

XSR 700 hands down!!

T7 or Tracer 900 is better, depends on your daily purposed. A comment after I'm owned a 700 for 4 years with everyday use in BKK. Actually 700 is a good bike but T7 or Tracer 900 is better for a typical road around BKK, a City enduro - -

I'm from Vietnamese, how to buy xsr700?

Have you noticed the "new" pretty ugly new cable routing in the cockpit of the XSR700? That really bugs me. Beside that the price hike Yamaha did last 12 month i think the XSR700 now is a little too expensive. Concrete examples: MT09 -> XSR900 upprice of 550 Euros. MT07 -> XSR700 upprice of 900 Euros. Where the XSR900 has cruise control over the MT09, the XSR700 has no extras towards the MT07. If you think about what the XSR900 has "more", a list: CP3 enginge, USD forks adjustable, better brakes, Brembo maste cylinder, e-Gas, cruise controll, riding modes, TFT-Screen, slipper-clutch, adustable rear suspension. All this for ~ 2.300 Euros more. In my believe the XSR700 should get at least a slipper clutch now, maybe even USD forks - and for sure it should cost 400-500 Euros less.

Please consider getting on the bike yourself when pointing out seat height/ riding position!

I'd love to get the XSR700 but I'm an effing midget at 5'4 and that 835mm seat height just ain't gonna do it!

XSR900 if you can afford it.. It's only as fast as you drive it.. The enhanced ABS, Wheelie Control would seem to make it safer if enabled. Start in mode 4 till you get your skills up. Respect the Hardware, Know your Limits, Live to tell about it.

If only the XSR700 was available as the black version with gold wheels.

No brainer if you have the folding…..900 all day long.

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Unfortunately, these aren't available in India. But, if they were, I'd go for XSR900. It is a beautiful looking bike and the blue color scheme with golden USD forks is such eye candy. Plus all the tech. Take my money😆

Iv got a xsr700 and my dad bought the 900, the seat is so uncomfortable I much prefer the 700

Test drove the 900, it's a total blast. The 700 sounds like crap! Proper tractor. Out of the 2,take the 900. It is amazing fun, and sounds great.

It’s crazy the 700 is $1000 more than the mt07. The 700 with better suspension and brakes for the same money and it would be unbeatable.

Just got my new XSR900 and I love it but hate the seat! Especially how it’s hiding the back frame and tail light wtf Yamaha make a flat seat already!

95% of riders would never effectively use/need all of the extra power and tech found on the XSR900. If you're in the other 5%, it's clearly the pick for you. If not, get the XSR700, and enjoy yourself on a really great and fun bike!

These are the only two bikes that are tempting me to switch from a Harley. They are so damn sexy

But what about the... Z900!!

The issue I have is both engines look horrible. I could be biased as I started riding in the early 1980s and think pretty much all bikes looked better then than now. Plus I really don't get TFT screens. They too look horrible.

The 700 looks better, imo. The 900 looks like it's in the middle of a style transition.

How come Yamaha can make among the best looking sport bikes in the world, yet every one of their naked bikes look a bit wonky?

I think my 2016 XSR-900 just shoot up in value.