I've been wanting to see more content in this community so I've decided to "be the change"
So instead of praying posting my bike over and over, I'll try to post a featured motorcycle with some quick stats. First up:
2024 Yamaha XSR 700
Engine: 689.6 cc (42.08 cu in) 2-cylinder liquid-cooled four-stroke engine
Torque: 689.6 cc (42.08 cu in) 2-cylinder liquid-cooled four-stroke engine,
Power: (55 kW (74 hp)) at 9,000 rpm
Top speed: 200 km/h (120 mph)
Weight: ~186 kg (410 lb)
I almost bought one about 4 years ago, but when I went and saw it in person it just looked…unfinished. It seems like it’s just a stripped down MT-07 that they’re trying to pass off as retro. The Kawasaki Z650RS does a much better job of capturing that retro look.
It just looked like it was designed for much more of it to be covered up. It didn’t have any style, like no care had been put into aesthetics. I ended up with a CB1100. If I were going to pick a retro twin, I’d probably go with a Triumph Bonneville or the Kawasaki. I ended up finding a used CB1100. I really would’ve preferred a twin, but the price was right and I love the style.
Always loved the styling on these. Maybe I’m just a sucker for plain round headlights and plain round gauges. Realistically I’d shoot for the 900 for that sweet 3-cylinder. But I really do like the 700s as well.
Now if Honda would just bring the Hornet to the States…