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Yamaha XSR900 GP tested for MCN by Carl Stevens

Tested by Carl Stevens, Road Tester

Having spent the first half of the year on the excellent Yamaha MT-09, I'm intimately familiar with the CP3 engine and just how fun it is to ride. But now I've swapped to the MT's better-looking sibling, the XSR900 GP.

I have big plans for long rides on the GP to see if it is the complete package, alongside some track action to see if it has the minerals to back up its gorgeous appearance.

Yamaha XSR900 GP quick specs

  • Price: £12,506
  • Engine: 890cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve triple
  • Power: 105.6bhp (measured)
  • Torque: 64.2lb.ft (measured)
  • Seat height: 835mm
  • Weight: 205.1kg (kerb, measured)

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