The End Of The Naked Sports Bike. Yamaha XSR900 GP Review.

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

I can see what Yamaha were thinking, but to me, the bike is screaming out for twin round headlights. I know that they were trying to make it look like a race fairing, but that tiny rectangular LED just isn't right. Thanks for the review.

[@markfranks1329]

Agreed. Will be interesting to see what Yamaha might do at this model's next major face-lift. The aftermarket people might have something waiting in the wings, too.

[@nominalvelocity]

@@markfranks1329 I'm with you. The LED kinda makes it look like some kind of iron man helmet from the cyclops timeline. View from the side: 🫦🤌 View from front: 🤖

[@markfranks1329]

🎯 Bang on.👍

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

@@markfranks1329 I'm glad that it's not just me.

[@simtalkayak]

And twin round TFT dials.

[@peterkoning21]

Love that , "the old man does'nt use a phone " Correct ! Old people RIDE bikes and could'nt be bothered with phones ! We know where we're going and when we stop, we look at MAPS and them know exactly, more a less where we're going !! You are NEVER lost on a bike ,just having more fun !!

[@LowQualityPigeon]

I hope yamaha has a series of bikes where they revive older retro designs like these. Such a gorgeous bike with such a beautiful engine.

[@eddiehughes371]

Just got back from a main dealer after staring and drooling at this bike for about an hour. I will be returning in a month or so to make a purchase. Normally photos make a bike look better than what they are but in this case, this bike is absolutely stunning in real life.

[@kwakithailand]

The bike will get quite a number of buyers, especially after watching your VDO. Great job as usually, lads 👍 I will stick to my Z900RS, though 😊

[@AsmodeusT]

Love the video, I like that you guys are experimenting with bikes you wouldn't typically choose. It's brave stepping out of your comfort zone. I like all of your videos. I have followed you for years. I understand why some people may not have fully understood why you reviewed bikes you knew you wouldn't like. But I admire you for trying something different! There is something there in stepping out of your comfort zone. Keep up the great work, with the old man back, 100K subs, new project with the V7, its all looking up. I wish you both all the best! You deserve it! I tell you something I would love to see at some point. A challenge that sets the two of you against one another. I would love to see your competitive sides drawn out for a video. Just a thought 😊.

[@michalewinski9005]

You should do more out of your comfort zone bike reviews. It’s amusing how consternated and genuinely amazed you both are. P.S. old man rocks!

[@edwardsenesac]

So, you bought the V7 Special! Wow! I have the V7 Stone in Silver 2023.

[@TheRealChetManley]

Based on what I'm reading in the comments it seems pretty polarizing. I love that bike. It is an absolute looker.

[@aesoundforge]

That is a sharp looking bike! Hope it does not come to the US. I don't need another bike...

[@tinman3586]

If they brought this to the States, I'd buy it yesterday.

[@dorstefan]

This is a beautiful bike. Yamaha really captured that era.

[@nr1pimme]

This bike really reminds me of the TRX850, pretty cool!

[@splodge5714]

Spot on and also a good sporty bike for the road. Pretty comfortable too.

[@tonyowen8349]

Your rite it dose look like the trx ! I’ve got a red and white one👍

[@Paul-kp1tu]

Not for you guys but wow if 1980-90’s GP replicas are your thing, this is a brilliant effort. Well done Yamaha.

[@owensmith1258]

Awesome! Once again thanks for the review. I wish we were getting it in the U.S.

[@stevesteve1965.]

Sports bikes have never really been my thing but I could certainly be interested in this ..when I was younger. Retro lovelyness.

[@FreddieDobbs]

It is a looker!

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

@@FreddieDobbs 💯

[@morrisminor56]

Had the TRX850 in dark metallic green many years ago, rather liked it. This bike does look rather good.

[@WainwrightWalksWiaLocalLad]

I had bikes that looked like this the first time round and this looks fantastic...who wants practicality in a bike? If you want that buy a car! The weight on your wrists/arms helps the braking, the weight transfer to the front wheel pushes the tyre into the tarmac.... hence more grip. Now where's my Yamaha paddock jacket and Nike Air Pegasus trainers... you've got to look the part! Thanks for showing a beautiful bike off shame that Akra is so quiet ☹️

[@carver7689]

In the first few seconds, I thought you'd gotten your hands on another vintage bike to show us. This looks very cool, and it sounds good with that Akrapovic exhaust.

[@martinscopes3914]

One day they mite bring back the RD. it’s a nice looking bike the back part should of been a inch half lower would of been nice to take a passenger the exhaust would look nice with one the other side and a belly pan.

[@domsbits3922]

The lower fairing that can be bought is a must!

[@tinman3586]

@@domsbits3922 Surprised it's not already included.

[@aspectcarl]

I own one, and i love everything about it, not as harsh as my 5VY R1, but quick flickable and fun. Gets loads of positive attention from other road users, so not for the shy.

[@cloud9847]

Grew up in the 80s and the bikes of the mid 90s will forever be beautiful to me. This is damn fine.

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Great overview guys, I would probably buy one if I was younger and rotator cuff problems and arthritis free. It's a beautiful machine and reminds me of race bikes of my youth!

[@iodineclip]

Yamaha should release this globally already

[@Errol.C-nz]

they have.. been in nz since Feb24

[@saikrishnathiwakarrk]

Beautiful bike ,but that colour scheme is to die for .

[@richardgitz2264]

If that bike had a round headlight I'd be in lust. Thanks for the review.

[@JJPelszynski]

Or even dual round lights

[@degutube]

Interestingly enough I had the standard XSR900 but traded it for a V7 special. Occasionally I do still miss it, amazing engine and quickshifter but probably a bit too spicy for me.

[@JoJo-hc4dj]

Nice looking bike and good to see you on something out of your comfort zone 👍🏼

[@MoreiraGui]

Beautiful bike, delightful review! Loved the vintage shapes and colors. Looks like it came right out of Akira anime film, feels nostalgic somehow.

[@brb653]

Velocity Moto’s RD500 kit for the XSR is cheaper, better looking and probably more comfortable. Still, I like that they are making all these retro looking bikes nowadays.

[@ianmoone6562]

100000% agree, they actually tried with the headlights... yamaha puts a projector and calls it a day

[@speedtriplerider7853]

Great review of a lovely looking bike. Surprised you both liked it but just goes to show we can all have our horizons widened. Keep up the great work fellas.

[@Richard-r1x7d]

I got into trouble at 10 mph. Mind you I was in Sainsbury’s

[@ralphrotten6912]

Like you, I prefer retro bikes. But machines are great, cars, trucks, and bikes. While I wouldn't buy a bike like the one reviewed, I don't have to. Your review covered that curiosity. Toss in that odd one once in a while, it keeps it interesting.

[@TheHowardski]

Great video as always guys. However, coming from the film making background it's always a mistake to wear shades in a video, you'll find that people watching would prefer to see your eyes! Just saying. Keep up the great work. Video quality is very nice 👍

[@sambagogo777]

Odd that dealerships have press/demonstrator bikes without the optional lower fairing fitted. It looks so much better with it. As for the colour scheme then the red and white plus yellow reminds me of Ayrton Senna in his Marlboro McLaren F1 cars.

[@luddite6239]

To my eyes, definitely the best looking of the 900 triples. Yamaha has done a good job in reproducing the silhouette of the old YZR500. By the way, if you like the style of this, have a look at the XSR900 fitted with Velocity Moto's RD500 body kit.

[@Fernando90054]

Congrats for setting a little bit aside from your comfort zone. This was in fact a delightful surprise! Thank you for that. I’m all agree that Yamaha have nailed it with this one. Good for them. I really don’t appreciate the transformer design they’ve been using lately and that’s the one reason why I don’t ride a MT-10, which is a Yamaha bike that technically is a gem, but that front design and the pirated lights…too much adversity, can’t stand them. Keep up the good work guys!👍🏻

[@glentonkendrick]

I have an affinity with triples, having owned a Yam XS750E back in the day. It had the most amazing sound from a fairly open 3 into 1 aftermarket pipe. I think the GP would also sound really good with an open pipe.

[@williamsongarrett1]

I completely agree with the Ol man on the exhaust positioning nowadays. I absolutely miss the under tail exhaust even if it does put more weight on the top of the bike!

[@althescottishbiker]

I rode the XSR 900 last year, really nice and the quick shifter was silky smooth. I prefer the naked styling, the GP doesn’t float my boat. Ride safe.

[@AdamForeman]

I love this bike! As a biker from the 90's, I have so many fond memories of watching Wayne Rainey on his Yamaha in Malborough cigarette livery. With the sports belly pan fairing as well, it simply looks incredible. Try parking it up outside a café/pub and you'll see people who remember the same thing and the nostalgia this bike brings

[@jaide1312]

Apart from a few small nitpicks like the digital screen instead of proper analog gauges I think they nailed the look of this bike! And that triple sounds amazing. But I don't want a bike with this kind of power, I just wouldn't be able to use it properly without putting myself in serious danger, or at the very least put my license in serious danger. My A2 restricted XSR 700 already feels quick enough to be honest! If they make a XSR 700 GP and borrow the suspension and brakes from the R7, that would be my perfect sports bike from Yamaha.

[@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555]

It looks like somebody bought a TRX850 in '98 and spent 20+ years making it uglier.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Under-tail exhaust: they add a lot of weight, they pose heat problems for electronics inside the subframe, they move motorcycle weight balance to the rear. That's why they aren't doing this stuff anymore. The GP is a beautiful bike. It would ultimately hurt my back, shoulders, elbows, wrists, and neck. I'd go for the standard XSR900 and pop a Powerbronze Cobra fairing on it.

[@johnflavin1602]

Doesn't the CBR600RR do it?

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@johnflavin1602 Yes, still is.

[@Kevin-hp5fk]

The only I'd change on it is the headlight. Make it about 50% bigger and it'd fill the space much nicer. Lovely bike.

[@mdjmurray]

I hate sports bikes. I hate how they look, I hate how they sound, and I hate how people ride them. But that is quite beautiful. I’m not sure about the headlight, but the fairings are really nice. Nice 80s vibes.

[@ThermicLight]

So much hate for what reason exactly? Namely I don't like cricket and think it's boring. That said why should someone elses enjoyment bother my own.

[@BikerTorque]

Having had sports bikes in the 90s, this is a bike that really appeals to me, looks great and that engine is a cracker. Must admit, I’m with the old man, not phone on the bars for me. Agree the upswept pipes up under the seat looks great, but in places like Australia, with pipes like that, the seat can get seriously hot.

[@MichaelPhillips-wf9nc]

Brilliant video boys 👍👍

[@1234567marks]

Very nice indeed, really harks back to the 90’s, well done Yamaha 👍

[@uncaring77]

Can you do a review of the guzzi v100 mandello s 🤞

[@krazyjuicedan]

Stunning looking bike, I actually don't mind the weight on my arms rather than bad lower back.

[@JamesWilson-ry7gw]

I hope this is the start of a modern retro lineup from Yamaha. I’d like a modern take on an RD350LC or a DT175 MX.

[@andrewjohnson6297]

You can already get the Rd350 rep body kit for the xsr

[@chrisjonesbath]

I agree, the best looking Yamaha in years. I've owned more Yamaha's than any other make, but haven't been tempted by any of them for years.

[@1000gib]

Two round headlights would be interesting on this bike.

[@JoeStanek-vu7rl]

Like a 94 FZR 1000.

[@massivemikeh]

@@JoeStanek-vu7rl No, like an 88-89 FZR 1000.

[@SeriouslyMikey]

Yamaha releasing a sports bike that actually speaks to me. Though as someone already mentioned, lacking twin round headlights is a unfortunate, though I'm sure the after market will quickly rush in to develop that

[@nonyabusiness4151]

Wake up, Honda, we need this with the NR-750. Most beautiful bike on the market right now..

[@gurbie]

Are people having issues with Yamaha quality? Thats shocking to me. I’ve owned several, most recently a ‘17 FZ-09, zero defects.

[@richardjohnson3463]

A modern day 4 stroke triple equivalent of the early 1980's RD350 LC two stroke twin perhaps? It'll be interesting to see how it sells....

[@jamesmegill]

I dig the bike! I would not buy. But it's cool manufacturers make something different 😮😮

[@keithstewart1979]

Good looking bike, bet it's a blast to ride on short trips on some 2 lanes. I'd be in some pain after more then an hour lol

[@olethorhermansen5696]

I am not interested in sport bikes at all, but I agree that this is the best looking one I have seen in a long time. I guess you could call it retro sport. And if we must have golden fork legs (as it seems we must), then this is the way to go, nicely subdued.

[@williamb.9110]

I'm too old to ride that but if I was 30-years younger I'd have to have one of those. Gorgeous bike!

[@erikleeblake]

Appeals to an era without the youthful joints to tolerate it. Come to think of it, even when I was 20, I hated the sport bike riding position.

[@IanSixbikes-by6ei]

Great to see the OL Man waxing lyrical about a "sports bike" however he's not wrong , Yamaha have really nailed it with the XSR 900 GP, it's a fabulous looking bike, sounds great and is excellent value for money, what's not to like.

[@viennapalace]

I'd buy one in a flash but the local lottery commission seems to have an embargo on picking my numbers...

[@ianbolton9882]

Very very nice 👍 Thanks for the review.

[@lereveseleve1377]

Hi Guys Very very good channel. I really enjoy it .... when there are subtitles. Why some videos do not have subtitles? It's a real pity for people who have a bad hearing or do not understand easily englsif. Please bring back the subtitles on all vids. Many thanks Keep on rolling

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Thank you. We will check this for you 👍🏼

[@lereveseleve1377]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Many thanks chaps ! All the best and keep on this way, your channel is as enjoyable as useful

[@splodge5714]

I like it and would definitely have one as a second bike. At 67 I'd have no problem with the riding position or the performance for the road and would prefer it to a RE.

[@Brian-tb1zs]

Forgot to mention, since you love this retro look, find a Guzzi V7 racer to put on the channel. Id love one of those in the garage for sure, the one with the chrome tank and leather tank strap.

[@markstaley5922]

A very fair review of a bike I like but would not purchase I think an hour in the saddle would be too long keep up the good work boys

[@enzoman1987]

Sexy af. Looks like an FZR400, only missing the EXUP DELTA BOX decals on it to complete the look and of course, twin round headlights

[@nominalvelocity]

It is a handsome bike. First ive seen of it, actually. It does look like it could've been ripped right out of the pages of some 80s motorcycle rag, with the exception of the headlight. I will stick with my naked version though. I bet some anniversary colors would look great!

[@101BadBreath]

I am 5ft 9, 180 lbs, 49 years old and I am comfortable on an Anniversary edition R7, I am fitter than most though and I may feel different in 10 years. I will defer to my Triumph Tiger 1050 if I am doing a bit of light touring for more than 2 days. This may slide itself in neatly betweem the two for a bit of 90's sportbike nostalgia. I am still hopeful of the R9 making an appearance soon.

[@HaggisPower]

Bike of the Year

[@davidpalin1790]

Shame its not a 2 stroke 😢

[@domsbits3922]

Why would you prefer a 2 stroke?

[@davidforsdike4343]

​@domsbits3922 The power delivery, weight, smell ( Castrol R ) and the sound.

[@Errol.C-nz]

@@davidforsdike4343 Hell yes.. triple or twin 💕 transfer port injection

[@martinscopes3914]

It reminds me of my RD 350cc LC . Why would you prefer a 2-stroke I see some ask because it got the 2-stroke look imagine a 900-2-stroke yes please. The look looks like my RD.

[@joh8379]

Looks bad ass but Japanese bikes are just to slick for me. I need to ride a peace of junk just like myself.

[@ianmcdiarmid4563]

Love the English rolling countryside in the background

[@paulyflyer8154]

Just wish I could change my body for an 80s replica of me.

[@Jimmyjam10]

Will you be reviewing the keeway v cruise 125? Love the hyosung gv125 review would be interested to see your opinion on the v cruise! Great video guys

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Keeway have never managed to reply to us so probably very unlikely 👍🏼

[@EazyDuz18]

why review a bike you get in the bottom of a cereal box?

[@Jimmyjam10]

@@EazyDuz18 not sure what cereal you’re buying for £4499 but you’re being ripped off, I love the look of Harley’s but unfortunately I’ve only done a cbt so I haven’t much choice for the bigger Harley/cruiser looking bikes and I really like this channel and like hearing their thoughts on all bikes including the little 125ccs.

[@EazyDuz18]

@@Jimmyjam10 pass your tests then get a harley

[@Jimmyjam10]

@@EazyDuz18 if I had the money and time to get through my test and buy a Harley we wouldn’t be having this conversation. I’m fine riding a smaller bike for the time being until circumstances change, as long as that’s ok with you of course?

[@biker_dan]

When the MT range came out I thought oh nice, however they keep redressing the MT range with new coverings. Look at the MT 07, the new tenere 7 is just an MT07 on a change of clothes. The XSR Rane is just the MT range again in another guise. Now this GP900 again is an MT09 like the Tracer . I'm not putting Yamaha down as I do love them, but come on Yamaha give is another good 4 cylinder again like the FZ range. Must admit my best Yamaha I ever had was the MT01, I wonder if they are sticking to 3 cylinders for the euro 5? Love the review

[@ianhalliwell8604]

40 years ago, my kind of bike, but comfort is more your thing as you get older and I'm afraid if I had this bike i would spend most of my time at the cyropracter. A quick nod to fashion the old man really looks so much better wearing those blue riding jeans than those white things.

[@kristophertrout7328]

Definitely a track/alpine pass weekend experience bike. 😎

[@BlakesPipes]

so, i know what i like. i was watching this video for 10 seconds and i am in. looking it up, the front fairing is not part of the american motorcycle style, i want that front cowling on the bike. that makes my 1990s style sport bike i love. i would buy that bike in a heart beat. but i want your look of the bike, not what they are showing on the site of yamaha.

[@RonnieM]

Gorgeous Yamaha! I would put on a lower fairing and a functional wind screen. Darcy I rode multiple Guzzies yesterday and loved the v7. For the street and just riding for mental health it's brilliant, lots of character. I would do exhaust, an rcs master upgrade the single m50 in the front, add sometime like SW Motec legend bags and call it done.)

[@bertsbike]

Home run in my book. Now the Z900RS Cafe' has some competition. Unfortunately the faired version isn't out in the USA.

[@stevec6427]

Its a beautiful bike. Ive got a Tracer 9GT with the same frame and engine but im tempted to get one of these as well

[@CCitis]

Sure is a sweet ride. I would take one.

[@ukvamp]

I prefer it with the lower fairing, it's not really my type of bike but I also think it looks good, I'd give one a go!

[@Errol.C-nz]

a nice bike forsure BUT.. a "retro" sport bike.. that cant keep up with the thing its retroing.. when you can find the real deal sport bike of the era its mimiking.. out run it.. at a quarter of the price & still as much fun & comfort.. dont get me wrong its a great bike but it supposedly.. took yamaha 4 years to design & develop.. FFS thats pure marketing BS modern trendies just gobble over.. Yamaha fit a great race frame on a bike that fits no class to race.. this.. is what the 700 twin should have been for the super twins mid weight racer class.. ill stick with my faster, quicker retro Thunderace for retro ride days..good review too 👍 cheers 🇳🇿🇳🇿nz

[@THECONTROVERSIALCYCLIST]

OMG I never thought I would see the day. Both of you saying a plastic sports bike is beautiful. I take it you guys weren't riding back in the 80s FZ 400 FZ 750 GPZ 900 RX 1000 original GSXR 750, speed Triple 750/900 original, Moto Guzzi sport 1100. Old man you should be teaching Dacy about these sport retro machines. Tell me both that Guzzi 1100 sport is not better looking than any Triumph??😮😉

[@black8art]

1980's Yammy YZR500 style GP bike colours (Marlboro?) is great, but would love to see an original period bike alongside this tribute! Like with the design of cars, I'd bet a full English breakfast that this tribute is about 50% larger? Air cooling and simpler engineering overall, makes packaging the bike much smaller. Just a thought! Maybe (unlike many other reviewers) when looking at bikes paying homage to earlier machinery, we can see the originals alongside to see how much of the original DNA or "spirit" has been included in the newer bikes?

[@sussexbikerpillion]

Nice look over. I think it would actually look better with a classic full length front mud guard. 👍

[@parsivalshorse]

Love the look of it. First bike for a few years I fancy.

[@zozoa1]

Super review as per usual. Had a look at one of these at Yamaha the other day. That headlight looks horrendous. Certainly not for me however it’s a motorbike so you gotta have a look. Not sure who this is aimed at. To slow for a sports bike enthusiasts maybe aimed at new sport bike riders however a bit pricey for a youngster. Anyway great review.

[@Brian-tb1zs]

Personally I love it, great retro look. but im an older guy pushing 60 years old. I won’t trade my speed twin or GS for it. But if I was into filling my garage with bikes this would be one to have.

[@kenmason9354]

When are we going to see your review on the Royal Enfield Gorilla, I'm looking forward to your opinion andi is as good as the Triumph speed 400.😎👍

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

Not long, it will be coming out next Saturday 👍🏼

[@kenmason9354]

@@MrDarcy-OlMan Awesome thank you, when are you and the Old Man going on road trip..

[@kevinpollard1550]

Nice bike fair review from u both

[@vonkruel]

It's not for me, either, but this bike makes me wish it _was_ for me. It's not as attractive, but also I really like the stealth colorway.