Staff Bikes: James' Yamaha XSR700

James bought his XSR700 six months ago and hasn’t looked back, making a few modifications along the way including an Akropovich MT07 exhaust and wrapping the tank. His previous bikes had the same unreliable trait, so with his new Yamaha XSR700 he managed to do a long-awaited motorcycle trip to The Scottish Highlands and has a fair few plans for customising the bike in the New Year.
#XSR700 #TheBikeShed #YamahaXSR700

[@Darkest_Soul_187]

So how about an update video for this?

[@f.i.l.d.e.p.s]

kidding me? the bucket lights make the bike a unique and retro appeal. i luv it to death

[@aleksanderp108]

Yeah! That was the whole point to differentiate XSR from mt07. How this dude doesn't know that

[@C0LDW4RK1D]

Even in its current state, the bike looks really sharp. I look forward to seeing your modifications. Have fun, man!

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Nice bike...and proper enthusiasm too! Steve

[@rcuren]

Finally James! Been waiting for this video since we met. I owned this bike for the first 11,000 miles. It's looking greater and your plans sound excellent. An awesome bike but don't miss it much with my MT09 Acro set up!

[@darbarrow1203]

Love your bike James, and I’m with you on blacking it all out! Thank you.

[@reztrentnor4380]

Man, that exhaust sounds great.

[@richard9444]

Good to see youngsters on bikes , not many doing it these days respect. And by the way your right about the Highlands first ride for me 15 and again at 18 . And I'm from London so no traffic 52 now gong to do it again next year.

[@TSINIproductions]

I’ve got this bike too, my first bike! And I’m aiming to do Scotland as soon as it’s sunny next year. I wish I could afford an exhaust! It’s the next big thing on my list of wants, after tail tidy and seat!

[@saltyprocrastinator]

That last outake was the cherry on top, thanks!

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Dan just had to try and embarrass me! - James

[@Bramslootmans]

I’m Probably the only one who actually likes the headlight haha

[@AngelPsiakis]

Excellent video! I have almost the same bike history as James so maybe not a coincidence looking at the XSR700 right now. 🤓

[@claudiosacchi3720]

I got the anniversary edition and it's absolutely beautiful! My only complaints are the suspensions which are too soft. Btw I fall in love with it every time I look at it and drive it

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Great Choice! The anniversary edition is in my opinion the best model! - James

[@lugerginyu]

Can't wait to see with upgrades

[@magicantler4044]

One of best looking headlights ever, but its just my opinion. I wouldn't change it. Great lookong bike. Regards from Poland

[@Real_MisterSir]

I agree, I think the stock headlight housing really balances out the proportions of the bike. Those stubby ones kind of make it look too bulky with all the engine parts and electronics in the middle. If you could remove the entire section around the airbox in the middle, I think a stubby headlight would be fine

[@darlingimscared]

Best bike of the bunch on this channel ironically

[@threethrushes]

Great looking bike. I got the adaptive LED headlight kit from Motodemic for my XSR900 and very happy with it. Enjoy the ride!

[@johnhannon7318]

I really like what you've done with it.

[@Rexcornetto]

Real clean looking bike man!

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Thanks, hopefully you'll see it again in six months time with a slicker look. - James

[@mehndi3611]

This is always been my dream bike.

[@SurreyRider]

Nice looking and sounding bike James, I like both the yellow and the black variants of this bike. Looking at your bike I would say you have plastic wrapped it, great idea as you can at least pull it off afterwards with no damage to the original factory finish. I would love to tour Scotland but the Mrs isn't keen, Im sure I will do it someday. Ride safe out there!

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Show her images of Glencoe, Inverary and Rest and Be Thankful, they're sure to convince her! - James

[@danilocapellan1316]

Great motorcycle no way you could go wrong. 👍🏼

[@juanpablocorrea2042]

Great machine mate!

[@danilocapellan1316]

Beautiful bike. 👍🏽

[@usunku]

I love that Bucket headlight on mine! makes it look retro!

[@justin.s9783]

Good sound and looks good

[@danilocapellan1316]

Great review 👍🏼

[@davidgreen7392]

I had an old XSR400 in Chili (I'm yank/Brit) and loved it's sound. Have an '03 Triumph Daytona 955i (triple) but could be swayed back with a XSR900.

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

I've have a 2007 Triumph Daytona 675 and I want to make the move to the Yamaha XSR900 ha. Its a sweet bike!

[@eldo5023]

Love the roar

[@foodieontour]

Near perfect sound ! Nice

[@cbglassiii9362]

That thing sounds awesome. Vroom vroom.

[@mattseaman5397]

Cool idea to change all non black parts. I did it with my bicycle, I took black titanum screws. It's stronger and a little, but really only little bit lighter. I think the front light is not that bad tho.

[@morrisnell]

Very nice..Cheers mate..

[@gorillaninja78]

Love Yamaha.. this bike will Look sick when it’s done.. ✌🏻🇨🇦

[@finnbellFCB]

Beautiful bike! I have a 2015 SR400 slightly customised and was ready to give it as down payment for a 2019 XSR700 but I simply couldn't get rid of it. Now I'm trying to figure out how to get the XSR700 without selling my beloved SR400.

[@backpack1469]

Yamaha recalled xsr700J,MT07JC, XSR700JC DUE to bolt chain Gard contact the driver chain break which could lead to accident.

[@rarcal9775]

Love the ride part! Would be great If we could hear the sound more on each video, instead of just a couple revs

[@andrewbozhozr]

Hair and shoes go perfect with the bike... Nothing bad with it, just thinking out loud...

[@johnbaca8692]

Nice bike, nice pipe!

[@salemcitadel]

A+ on the sound

[@jjohnnolan]

Great stuff. Would love it if you would add links (in the description) to the parts you mentioned. I have an xsr900 but having trouble finding an adaptive headlight. Perhaps the 700 is the same size...

[@Tenaciousdomi]

Any plans on relocating the ignition like Ross did? I'd really love a video on how to do that. Not exactly sure how to remove the ignition module on my MT07....

[@kuhmilchtrinkerchen]

How did you get the black forktubes?

[@PeterPrism]

Game over dude, game over.

[@jd9785]

Heck yeah man, coool bike

[@HugoRenaultFilm]

Awesome!

[@ryaandnice]

I like the bucket headlight.

[@pododododoehoh3550]

I absolutely love the headlight really don't understand tge hate. I think its part of what makes it feel so unuiqe. A modern take on a classic vibe

[@antikarlo1212]

me to

[@wadehazelwood3503]

Cool guy and cool bike. Why do you remind me of Zorg from Fifth Element! :)

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Zero stones.... Zero crates! - James (Zorg)

[@rockafella1690]

@@BikeShedMotoCo Ha.

[@danilocapellan1316]

Excellent motorcycle

[@user-cc4pr8wc4w]

Hi, I would like to hear your views, or the shed in general, how it compares to the sv650 in handling an performance I can't seem to make up my mind .

[@jordantofler5480]

What an awesome video. Love the bike. Thinking of getting one for my first motorbike. Would you recommend for or against this idea? Also where did you get that tail light? It's one of the nicest ones i've seen (in my opinion) but not sure where to look.

[@motofocus7927]

If I were you I would start on something a bit smaller and more forgiving!

[@barnbersonol]

Great review now get back to Corry, Sinead's missing you!

[@frankguo1666]

Hey mate, from an XSR owner, dont get the adaptive headlight. It really doesn't work. It doesn't flash up when you are in the corner. but when you come to a full stop during night time, you just ended up flashing the guy in front of you.

[@axellness]

Wicked bike man. I'd have this instead of my husqvarna 701 but the 701 is very affordable for my budget right now.

[@matthiashering1145]

Why

[@neil2wheels876]

Had mine for nearly two years now and love it. The Evotech tail tidy is a worthy bit of kit but make sure you mount the indicators in the forward position, I made the mistake of putting them next to the number plate which looked terrible. I fitted the Yamaha heated grips too which make it more usable in the winter and they look like stock. The shock really is terrible too...

[@moldprintsrl]

Hi - can you take a passenger comfortable on this bike ? looks quite short .. thx

[@BentonHart]

I've got the Evotech tail tidy on my XSR900 and it's a nice piece.

[@bcool7124]

Is it 'custom' if you are just buying stuff to bolt on? Fab or not to fab?

[@lilmidgey6927]

does the newer version still have rust and gearbox issues?

[@ashwin4302]

Does James have a channel where he posted the ride on the Scottish Highlands? That place looks fantastic and great bike too

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Hi Ashwin, no I don't sorry, but do go ride it! It's a fantastic place, my family live there and the roads, scenery and clean air are fantastic. - James

[@Para-ni5lx]

Oh my gosh James NICE bike how tall are you and you can flat foot the bike while seated. I'm in the process of shopping for a rethro bike cafe something like that..thanks in advance

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Thanks Para - I'm 6ft

[@RowdyMornings]

Has this bike been updated recently?

[@flyaroundyourfire]

What was the route you took in Scotland?

[@psyclone63]

The bike is nice, but where did you find those boots?

[@yobaafett]

those boots are really gothic

[@jaystarmini]

my next bike

[@sieyon]

Is there a video of an update of all the mods?

[@TheAmouland]

Hey. Anyone know the brand or have a link to the tail light replacement on this bike?

[@ranixbonjour5045]

Could you please tell me or put a link for this prototype seat? I really like it, would love to order it once available. Cognitomoto is coming with part for this bike, I am sure there product are gona be gorgeous.

[@stost9615]

bespokemotorcycles.co.uk/

[@dangunn6961]

Nice bike. But no center stand. Pipes under the engine. How do you lift it to change tires?

[@jpayan1694]

I love this exhaust but I can’t find it

[@jamesherrington5606]

There's a benefit to buying new or nearly new.

[@GeirMeyer]

Beutiful bike..

[@eoincollins1883]

I've heard somewhere, I think on youtube also, that these are prone to fast corrosion. Could I get feedback on this from any owners on this.

[@stevemarshall5197]

Switched out ! Do you mean swopped or changed ?

[@oliverpaget4737]

Did the engine need mapping for the exhaust? Always wondered whether the aka model specific systems negated the need.

[@Elliot00000]

I think they need re mapping when running without the baffle to protect the engine. Additionally I felt it was twat loud without the baffle when I took mine out.

[@Tenaciousdomi]

Hey bro, I'm wondering where you picked up those radiator covers? I can't find them anywhere.

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

They're Yamaha Catalogue you can find them here - www.yamaha-motor.eu/gb/en/products/motorcycles/sport-heritage/xsr700/accessories/

[@muchasgracias6976]

Hey Bike Shed! Update please. Thanks. .

[@frontdeskstaff9359]

It's becoming apparent that I'm the only one who likes the big round headlight. How do you feel this bike would be for a new first time rider?

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Great, it's a fun, precise tool that has enough grunt to keep you happy, but not too much that you'll do something stupid. Just watch it in lower gears, it likes to wheelie - James

[@dmitry.demenchuk]

What led tail light is it?

[@IzInAZ]

Does he have his front tire on the wrong way? It's set up to channel water in instead of out like the rear. Sweet ride btw

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

It's on the correct way, and it channels or 'pushes' water out when the grooves are pointing the way they are. Give it a Google if you have time! - James

[@fetB]

so , where is the final?

[@vancemowat7544]

What is the color of the wrap you used? Is it satin or matte?

[@JH-gd5eh]

update vid ???

[@arturocruz1377]

Great looking bike! Can't wait to see all the modifications you do to it. If you don't mind me asking, how tall are you? I'm 5'5 and a little worried that tiptoeing will be too overwhelming.

[@Elliot00000]

I have the exact same bike and I'm around the same height as you, I personally think it's manageable. You'll at least feel comfortable with one foot down. Best thing to do is find a local dealership and sit on it.

[@arturocruz1377]

Thanks @@Elliot00000 One foot is plenty in my book. I'll def check them out at my local dealer. Thanks for your input.

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

I'm 6ft and can flat foot it happily. - James

[@bryanpichardo6251]

5’5 here, I have to really really stretch to tip toe both because the seat is wide but one foot down is great, and the pegs stay out of the way

[@_Just_Some1]

Hey guys, is the XSR900 Abarth is a good buy? Thanks.

[@A-FrameWedge]

Artur Have heard it is maybe the most uncomfortable bike ever, suppose you could change the handle bars but might as well just buy the stock XSR900.

[@Mr-Linderman]

What a great looking machine in all black, didnt like the yellow scheme but black is looking good. mind if i ask what height you are , looking for a good long term 2nd bike but i'm 6ft 3 (189cm) and closest dealer is a few hours away to try one.

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Hey Jack, I'm 6ft, so you'd be fine on this, it's a good medium-high height.

[@Mr-Linderman]

@@BikeShedMotoCo thanks for the reply, ended up getting a CB650 but I did test ride the XSR700, good machine

[@jasonharris2452]

I put full m4 exhaust dna air box mod power commander and vortex sprocket dropped a tooth in front up two in rear it didn’t decrease top end at all but really woke it up 0 -100 mph my sons gsxs zuki 750 just can keep up it power whellies well just in case anyone considering mods

[@danielrussell7438]

Is there an update on this bike?

[@juanjovalino]

I wish watch a video regarding how it looks nowadays!

[@stuartwatts1152]

Can you customise it to make it possible to change the spark plugs in less 2 hours....

[@KenmeriCaptain]

cracking bike mate. also what jacket are you wearing at 6:24? looks nice

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

It's not branded unfortunately, it's an old vintage buy from many years ago! I do like the GoldTop jackets though, they look similar!

[@KenmeriCaptain]

​@@BikeShedMotoCo no dramas, thanks for the reply and cheers for the tip!

[@mitko_wtf]

How does the bike look now?

[@lu1s1994]

Where can I get those radiator side guards with the Japan flag on them?

[@vincentloh1969]

How's it looking now?

[@thepioneer6178]

Did you need to tune it after putting the new exhaust on?

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Hey, for this model because it's not a full system there is no tuning needed

[@coyotebuttons]

is that exhaust rusty?

[@ddoogan5461]

Front tyre is directional? Wrong way

[@bryanpichardo6251]

What’s the part no for that exhaust, I can’t find it

[@kitsune6836]

it's an MT-07 exhaust. Akrapovic

[@danwissinger8073]

what's the brand of the tail light? I want one

[@BikeShedMotoCo]

Yamaha Catalogue part - They have some great additions.

[@xs433]

the exhaust looks a little weird to me

[@backpack1469]

Yamaha recalled xsr700J,MT07JC, XSR700JC DUE to bolt chain Gard contact the driver chain break which could lead to accident. 🤕🤕🤕🤕🤕