Revisiting The Yamaha XSR700 - Is It Easier Now? Do I Still Like It?

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Today I'm hoping back on the 2017 Yamaha XSR700 after having it sit in the garage for a while! I have a little more experience under my belt now, so I'm curious to see how this bike feels now. I'm still a beginner rider, but I'm getting better with each ride! Check out my second impression video on this motorcycle!
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Beginner on a Yamaha XSR700, Beginner girl rider, Moms can ride motorcycles, Beginner impression on XSR700, Throttle therapy ride around the neighborhood, Quarantine motorcycle ride while social distancing.

[@dylandog1289]

Kudos on keeping it honest by not editing out your stalls. You’re learning and you’re not afraid to say so. Respect.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Hahah I'm so glad you appreciate that!! Just keepin' it real over here! Thank you for watching. Ride safe!

[@elsizzle2000]

Ia appreciate too

[@niemoikein4330]

I passed a motorcycle cop some time ago. It happened to him while he drives it for a profession.. so..

[@jennifercuellar4574]

You have improved a lot from the very beginning. As a newer female rider, I really enjoy watching your progression. Keep up the awesome videos and stay safe!

[@RobFrederick_Koob]

Keep up the great content Jackie! I'm teaching my wife to ride a motorcycle and have introduced her to your videos. It means a lot to her confidence to see another female rider growing and learning!

[@jurgoSTI]

I bought the XSR700 brand new this year as my first bike. I am in love with it. It is mild mannered enough to start learning on and has plenty of bike to grow into. I ended up putting an R6 throttle tube on it (along with other little tid bits) and that improved the ride for me tremendously.

[@chicriot]

Exactly, what you said when you can hop on a bike without feeling intimidated by it then you know you are growing as a rider! Kudos to you!!

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Yes! Thank you so much! So happy to see improvement.

[@dannytrudell6798]

You have come a long way! Your doing really good. Keep it up and stay encouraged! Ride safe and God bless

[@vsnutz]

Great job! This just shows that a torque monster (as some say, most actually) can be ridden in a way (responsibly) that a beginner rider can start on and grow into it.

[@Andrew.D-S]

Great thanks for sharing. I’ve just bought a new one of these here in England. I did training/test on a MT07, fantastic bike, same bike, (almost) dressed in a different attire. XSR is timeless. Linear throttle, loads of engine breaking, good first (and only) bike as long as you’ve had some training like here in UK it’s 5/6/7 sessions and two tests but other countries are different but long as you’ve been out with an experienced rider several times on a mid weight bike then this is fine. Beautiful looking bike. Well done for the review!

[@jonathanching2735]

I brought a '19 xsr700 about seven weeks ago as my first ever bike. In New Zealand it's a Learner Approved version so it is restricted via a throttle plate and only 655cc. It's a great bike learning to ride on it and I love its style and rideable nature. Looking forward to modding it (need a new exhaust) and riding more as soon as lockdown is over.

[@jkro30a]

There’s something very likable about your videos. I think it’s your honesty and ability to laugh at yourself. Keep practicing and yes, you will LOVE riding with Jon. And others! That’s the greatest part of riding, the community. You’ll get it. And BTW you’re right...self cancelling turn signals should be standard. I had a 1986 Yamaha Radian “budget” bike at the time and it had those.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you so much for the nice comment! It's scary putting yourself out there but I keep my videos as honest as I can! Counting the days until Jon is back and we can go practice together!! Ride safe!

[@northernmotion090]

Picking up my 2016 xsr 700 tomorrow, just got my license a week ago. So excited!

[@stephenbustos]

Great video. Can't wait to see you get your license and head out on the main roads.

[@polaryouth]

This is actually my dream bike! Thanks for the vid, girl x

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

It is such a fun bike!! I love it. Definitely one that I look forward to riding. Thanks for watching!

[@MT-THNDR207]

Absolutely go for it. I've got a 2020 MT 07 and it's an amazing motorcycle. A bit different from the XSR however they share the same engine.

[@HughBeRiding]

Really enjoying watching your progression, makes me think my wife may yet catch the riding bug ! If I can offer one tip on the indicators on metric bikes, you don't need to push them back to centre when turning them off. Just tap on the button in the middle and it cancels the turn signal. Safe riding !

[@AGPullen]

I did a demo ride a while back and had a chance to ride the '19 XSR700 and it was a great bike! I love the style of it and it feels pretty nimble. Someday I'd love to have both the 700 and 900. Not that the 900 is much different from my '14 FZ-09 aside from asthetics. Great video Jackie!

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

It was very nimble! That's the word I was looking for. Thank you for watching!

[@MinhVu-in9iz]

You did good, keep on riding, you’ll get better with more riding!! I was afraid the seat was too tall for me, 5”6, but if you can ride it, this could be my 2nd bike. My first is a Honda grom!

[@matthewwilson3673]

just found this video/channel, nice content. easy to learn riding during quarantine haha

[@davidelizabeth4933]

Love that snap-crackle-pop sound. 🎵🎶🎵 And the vlog setup seems to be working awesome! 😎 👨‍👩‍👧 ❤ -David, Elizabeth, and little Jessica

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Haha it sounds great!!! It is definitely doing the job!! Hopefully Jon doesn't destroy it with his stunt riding.

[@davidelizabeth4933]

@@JackiesMotoGarage 🤞😄 👨‍👩‍👧 ❤

[@yatinagore]

that exhaust! This will be the first bike I buy. and watching this vid gave me confidence that I can handle it.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

You can do it!! Love that exhaust. That will be an amazing first bike!

[@mongosaqqara]

Great beginners review...My GF is learning and I want her to try this bike eventually...I ride xsr900...Ive been riding for many years and we all stall once in a while...stuff happens...

[@Pentoute45]

Great spontaneous review ! I ride one myself in Thailand. Awesome bike. Keep up the good work ! Would you mind sharing the name/part number the exhaust line ? Sounds so much nicer than the stock one. Thanks in advance.

[@wizurd77]

Great video thanks and great sounding bike. I noticed you said about being 5'5" and being able to flat foot when at a lean. I suffer from a short leg inseam, 29.5 inch, so i was wondering how comparable that is to you. I'm trying to get an idea of whether i'll be on tip toes or not. Thanks 🙂

[@Projekt1]

That exhaust is awesome . Love the rumble. Need that rumble on my bike. Maybe I’ll modify mine one of these days in my channel.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

For real. I loved that exhaust!! I'll make sure to check out your channel!! Thanks for the support!

[@bugeyedcivic]

Where I come from we have what I think is easily one of the most stringent bike licensing experience. What you want to try is always have your right foot feathering on the rear brake when moving off. This way you can always keep the bike under control. With this technique I am always confident of hopping on any bike.

[@EasyRiderGreg]

The wheel base on that is only just over 55 inches so it should handle quite well. The Street Bob is just over 64 inches. 62 inches on the Vulcan 650. Learning on a lot of bikes is a good way to learn to ride. Did you ever drive a standard transmission car? I like gear indicators too.

[@Tieniefraser]

You go girl. !! Well done!! Both my daughters ride their OWN bikes. 😁😁

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

That is awesome!! Love hearing about other female riders!! Stay safe out there!

[@jamesmegill]

The turn signal thing will eventually become automatic, and something you won't think about. Time in the saddle takes care of it😁😁😁

[@redpilledpatriot8484]

I know you’re digging the sportster now, I really love the blinker on both grips of mine and also awesome how it’s self canceling :) Good ride ! You’ll be riding a Harley V-rod before you know it 🤪

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Live the Sportster, but wouldn't mind riding an XSR again! 😂 Thank you for the support!

[@philkwon81]

It's so cool that you have so many different bikes to learn on. I bet this time you're spending now is going to pay off big-time in the long run! Ride safe!

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I'm definitely spoiled with bikes to try thanks to Jon. I'm excited to revisit some of the ones I tried in the beginning to see how I feel on them now. Plus some of them have been sitting too long and need to get out haha. Stay safe!!

[@Jumpboots_Jamstrang]

So cool that you guys live in my area. That’s my old middle school, Pueblo. I haven’t seen it in about 14 years. Never had cause to go past it again. Boring scenery for you, memory lane for me lol

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Haha that's so crazy!! Jon went there as well many many years ago. Thanks for watching!

[@steamboy1968]

I presently own a 2018 and like it very much, you will grow more comfortable with time. It is the third bike I've owned ,the first was 48 years ago. Can be a beginner bike but not nessicarily so

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Definitely takes time! I love this bike and look forward to riding it more! Thanks for watching!

[@Jay_Michael]

I own this bike with every mod possible. I have about 6,000 miles on it in a year and I really like it. This bike really takes off around 3-6k RPMs so be careful! With more seat time you'll get more confidence.

[@ins3rti0n]

I'm thinking of upgrading to this bike but i also have to carry cargo from time to time (commuting). Torn between the compact mod route and the saddlebag / flat seat route.

[@Jay_Michael]

@@ins3rti0n this bike has an aftermarket saddle bag option. I'm not sure how big they are but I know it's available.

[@dry509]

What bike do you like now? And what is more fun than xsr700?

[@forsakenovercast0067]

I haven't driven it yet but it's the next bike I want to buy!

[@riflemann14]

Did you guys sell the MT-07 already? Would be interesting to hear what you think about it since these two bikes are the same motorcycle just with different looks and ergonomics.

[@Mr_Bibbles]

I used to ride the MT-07 and later jumped onto my current XSR900. I love my XSR, but there is still a side of me that calls back for the MT-07. If you're considering either the XSR700 or the MT-07, I doubt you'll be disappointed in either. Note: The XSR700 sits a little higher than the MT07.

[@alexanderi7332]

My 2021 goal!!!

[@anish_99]

Yamaha xsr- with Popping exhaust. This bike suited you the best.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

The more I ride it, the more I absolutely love it!

[@johnroe3915]

I have this bike in maroon red. Best bike ever looks cool, fast and great on gas.

[@Prabs95]

For your right turns, just look ahead and look to your exit point then trust your body to take you there. That way you're not thinking about the turn just doing it. I had the same problem when I was riding. This will also prevent you from going way further out during your turn uncomfortably.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you so much for the advice!! I hadn't heard anything to make it easier, so this helps alot! I'll try it next time. Stay safe!

[@deedee9842]

@@JackiesMotoGarage Thé tip I got from my instructor way back in the days, helped me out a lot. He said your head actuaaly needs to point at the wanted direction, not just looking. I also did notice it also helps to exagerate your head movement so the rest of your body will follow, certainly in the beginning. But everyone's different, just check what movement makes you most comfortable trying this. I like tilting my head a bit to the side (with full face helmet).

[@belletolentino5920]

This is my dream bike and Im about to pull the trigger, ive been asking around about the taller seat height. How are you with it?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I loooooove this bike. I'm 5'5 and the seat height wasn't an issue at all!! Just gotta do the one leg lean.

[@belletolentino5920]

Jackie's Moto Garage Awesome! Im 5’6 so I was weary about the height but you look like you could haul ass with that! Keep riding safe girl 🏍✌🏻

[@tardisrider25]

Never tried one of those bikes, but it looks like it would be a fun ride.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I forgot how much I liked it! I like it even more now that I have a little more experience!

[@mrbced21]

Was the bike lowered? I’m 5’10 and not able to flat foot it completely. I’m deciding between this and MT 07.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I'll have to ask Jon! It is still a little tall for me, but I do the lean to the side so I can flat foot on one foot instead of being to tippy toes on both feet. I think motojitsu talks about doing that for short riders...you definitely aren't a short rider though hahah.

[@caskstrength7629]

Nice Bike 👍. Good review. 😎

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you!! Loved that bike!

[@SennaMXClubND]

Hi Jackie , John, and cute baby! Jackie watch out 5-0 in the corner! press the button on the turn signals to switch it off, don't flick it. you're doing fine Jacke. have fun & ride safe. Thank you guys!

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Jon told me about pushing the button afterwards hahah. Thank you for looking out for me! Stay safe!

[@SennaMXClubND]

Thanks Jacke You guys stay safe & healthy

[@nateriver5114]

drove her with lowered seat an still couldn't get my feet fully on the ground. in know that is not necessary but i finally wanted a bike i will be able to relax more in city traffic so i went for the mt-03 instead. if you call the xsr700 light the mt-03 weights nothing in comparison. still enough power for the moment.

[@MT-THNDR207]

Jackie take the MSF course before you get your M1 license. It will help you out with the skills and confidence

[@SickNastyWithIt]

To cancel your turn signal just push in on the switch and it acts as a button that cancels it

[@tennwingman3350]

You are doing better, but you still need to give a little more gas when taking off and use the clutch to regulate the acceleration. Keep up the good work.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I will definitely work on that! Thanks for the tip!

[@davidpeterson943]

Lol I was going to say the same thing. I taught my wife and kids.first they practice accelerate from stop stay in 1st progressively break to stop a little faster each time. Boring yes but they didn't stall on quick take off. Doing good .

[@christopher7310]

LOVE that bike...but pretty sure my 27" inseam would leave me swimming on my tip-toes lol

[@ed.barker7069]

And the new gloves got a ride out!😀

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

They took a little getting used to! I was used to wearing Jon's oversized gloves 🤣

[@russcoaus2043]

Hi Jackie nice one 😎👍

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you 😁

[@anjieloalmendral4458]

whats her height, can she flat foot it?

[@raymondcustodio9181]

Was the bike lowered? You mentioned that you are 5'5" and you dont seem to have any seat height issues with the bike.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

It wasn't lowered. I was able to handle it at 5'5"!

[@mmatadore1]

@@JackiesMotoGarage May i know your inseam?

[@DorianColeman]

Can you put a gear indicator on the iron 883?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I probably could!! I'll have to look into it. Thanks for watching!

[@Saajanjoseph]

Would u recommend this bike as a first bike for a new rider?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

It might be a little intimidating for some, but it was actually a lot easier to ride than I thought!! You just have to be careful not to crack the throttle and bring it up on one wheel!! Ride safe!

[@ErykBahla]

How tall are you? And Jon? I'm looking for a bike for my wife to both ride. I had a xsr900 which is great for someone 6' but I'm afraid the 700 will be too tall for my 5' 5" wife.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

I'm actually 5'5" as well!! Jon is 5'8". The 700 was actually a good height for me! I can't flat foot with both feet down, but I just try to lean to one side and have that foot solid on the ground. It does the trick!! Thank you for watching!

[@mmatadore1]

@@JackiesMotoGarage May i know your inseam?

[@alvaroalmeida8819]

God job 👍

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you! Stay safe!

[@tmfrs2]

This or the mt07?

[@darrenpittman2576]

I took one for a test ride. Now I own the Reggie lol.

[@marcthebrush]

Hello Jackie, my opinion has nothing to do with you being a girl its the same for boy's. To become a better rider faster, get a lower, lighter bike that doesn't scare you. You'll be able to use the throttle and clutch. Keep this bike for later, maybe six months or so. Good luck and be careful.

[@dopey-tbh3156]

do you mind me asking your height?

[@cristianfuentes6049]

What helmet do you use looks cool tho

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thanks! It's the Biltwell Lansplitter.

[@ddomtive]

Dont clutch in corners only brake and look

[@lalitkumar-hf3qh]

Beautiful ❤️ you and your bikee ...♥️

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thank you so much 😀

[@dantheman4861]

looks like an m4 exhaust to me

[@Cicadawee]

700 is good for you( try it). 900 has a stiction problem and needs to be tuned.

[@thekeb6918]

Now tell Jon to get the Xsr900 again and you should drive that 😂

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Hahah I'll pass that on!!

[@niceshot4563]

0:23 The devil entered your body there.

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Be leery of gear indicators. My wife's VStrom 650's is wrong many times. It will even get confused and go back and forth between 2 gear numbers as you ride along in 1 gear!

[@alex_rodriguez777]

How tall is John?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

He is about 5'8. Thanks for watching!

[@lalitkumar-hf3qh]

Love from india ❤️

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thanks! Love seeing subs from all over the globe!

[@mike1536]

Jamie, 883 or This bike?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Both!!! 🤣 Love that Harley rumble though...

[@mike1536]

Jackie's Moto Garage I’m a returning rider who only had a ninja 300. I like the price point and Yamaha but I like the way Harley planted self on the pavement

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

@@mike1536 out of those two, I am most comfortable on the 883. The price difference can be a deal breaker though if you can't find a good used one!

[@messer7bc]

Have you ever tried to relax on the bike? Have you ever tried not to focus on everything and just ride it? You know, free as in freedom. Just twist this damn throttle and ride it to the sunset. It's so hard to watch you struggle that much, you overthink it waaaaay to much. Feel the flow and just RIDE IT god damn ;) Also get some speed, riding a bike at 20mph sucks big time. There is everything ok with the bike, it's not "hard to shift", it's not this or that. It's just a moden, extremely easy bike to ride. It's simple xsr 700. It's all about you, nothing about the bike. Really.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

What I left out of the video is that I came home and mentioned to Jon how the shifting felt off. He then told me that it was indeed stiff because the bike had been sitting for quite some time in the garage. My videos are real life and my experience learning. I leave them raw and don't edit out my mistakes or what shows what it really truly is to be a new rider. Also, it would be really fun if I could head out and really give the bike some gas, but I can't head out and go faster because I have been waiting to get my license. That was all put on hold during quarantine so I'm just doing what I can to practice in the meantime.

[@jakubrados7370]

Okey, but… where the hell is tail light on that XSR? 🧐

[@leeinwis]

I like it.

[@undecodable6145]

What's your husband channel? Czn you link it

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

What I love most about your comment is that this means you found me without going through my husband's channel and that's awesome!! His is Jon's Moto Garage KZbin.com/jonsmotogarage

[@MemphisMike901]

LoL. Im a Brown Shorts UPS guy!!

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Hahahahaha thanks for all you do!!! We appreciate those delivery men and women!

[@MemphisMike901]

Jackie's Moto Garage Always Bringing Sexy Back on the Brown Truck! 😂😂

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

@@MemphisMike901 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SuperFunkphenomenon]

Whats your height?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

5'5. Thanks for watching!

[@SuperFunkphenomenon]

Jackie's Moto Garage i will probably have trouble with this Im 5’4. This bike really looks good.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

@@SuperFunkphenomenon If you can go sit on one, I would definitely try it out!! I really loved this bike. I think you could do it at 5'4!

[@SuperFunkphenomenon]

Jackie's Moto Garage is that a stock seat?

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

@@SuperFunkphenomenon we don't have it anymore for me to check, buuuut I'm 99% sure it is. I will ask Jon when he wakes up.

[@Thunder_Bear_mg]

1st.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Thanks for the support!

[@Stamatos]

Wow, that is one UUUUUUGLY bike! But I like how those Japanese bikes feel and sound.

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Hahahah still a fun little ride!!

[@juandelacruz5699]

Women i just want to ask what"s you're Height?

[@mohamedameen4375]

أَفَرَأَيْتَ إِن مَّتَّعْنَاهُمْ سِنِينَ (٢٠٥) ثُمَّ جَاءَهُم مَّا كَانُوا يُوعَدُونَ (٢٠٦) مَا أَغْنَىٰ عَنْهُم مَّا كَانُوا يُمَتَّعُونَ (٢٠٧) الشعراء Then have you considered if We gave them enjoyment for years, And then there came to them that which they were promised? They would not be availed by the enjoyment with which they were provided. (Quran 26 :205-207)

[@macdaddy.cycles2289]

What one man can do a woman can do !

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Amen!! Thanks for watching!!

[@fatTony463]

Zero fox's safety thrid, talk Bout squid gear........

[@messer7bc]

also you keep repeating "it's not a high speed review..." - yeah, daaa, we see that. You are barely moving.... Get real. You also repeat "it's fun bike to ride" - how do you know? You haven't really rode it yet... you used maybe 10% of it, all stressed out and stiff. You have no clue what "fun on a bike means", yet. I don't know, maybe bikes are not for everybody after all....

[@JackiesMotoGarage]

Just reminding new viewers that this is a beginners impression on the bike. What's cool about riding (and I'm sure you experienced this as a kid hopping on a bicycle for the first time) no matter how fast you are going or what your skill level is, you can ABSOLUTELY have fun on a motorcycle. Everyone starts out slow, and everyone progresses at their own rate. I definitely don't have to be rippin' down the freeway or going mach 10 around a track to have fun.