Yamaha XSR700 specifications
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4Riders describes a spirited 689 cc engine in the vein of crossplane engines that give more power at low revs, says the Michelin tires give a smooth ride and good grip, and lists what the display shows: odometer, tachometer, ambient and engine temperature, two trip meters, clutch speed, fuel level and time.
The reviewer priced the Canadian bike at $11,199, $1,200 more than the Yamaha MT-07, which has the same mechanics and almost the same benefits, and found it hard to understand the difference. Moto-Mag says the CP2 delivers ideal power for everyday use without excessive thrills that could overwhelm novice riders, reports 73.4 horsepower at 8,750 rpm, and compares Kawasaki's Z650RS (vintage styling, a slightly less powerful engine) and the Triumph Street Twin (focused on refinement and comfort).
Yamaha XSR700
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Class | Sport heritage |
| Engine | 689cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 4-valves per cylinder |
| Displacement | 689cc |
| Bore x stroke | 80.0x68.6 mm |
| Transmission | Constant mesh 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch |
| Front brake | Dual hydraulic disc, 282mm; ABS |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic disc, 245mm; ABS |
| Seat height | 32.9 in |
| Wet weight | 410 lb |
| Wheelbase | 55.3 in |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 gal |
| Starting MSRP | $8,599 |
| Destination charge | $675 |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection |
| Front suspension | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Front suspension travel | 5.1 in |
| Rear suspension | Single shock, adjustable preload |
| Rear suspension travel | 5.1 in |
| Front tire | 120/70ZR17 Michelin® Road 5 |
| Rear tire | 180/55ZR17 Michelin® Road 5 |
| Rake (caster angle) | 25.0° |
| Trail | 3.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in |
| Fuel economy (estimated) | 58 mpg |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Length x width x height | 81.7x32.3x44.5 in |
The XSR700 weighs 410 lb, 7 lb more than the Yamaha MT-07, and has a 32.9 in seat, 1.2 in higher than the Yamaha MT-07's 31.7 in. The wheelbase is 55.3 in, 0.4 in longer than the Yamaha MT-07's 54.9. The rake is 25.0 degrees with 3.5 in of trail.
The 41 mm telescopic fork has 5.1 in of travel and the single rear shock has 5.1 in with preload adjustment. It carries a 282 mm front disc pair, Michelin Road 5 tires at 120/70 and 180/55, and gets about 58 mpg from a 3.7 gal tank. Overall length is 81.7 in and width 32.3 in.
Should you pay for the styling
In the US the XSR700 and Yamaha MT-07 share a sticker price at $8,599, so the styling costs nothing extra. The choice comes down to riding position and looks. The 4Riders complaint about the Canadian premium does not apply.
The XSR700 has a higher seat and a slightly heavier body, which a shorter rider should weigh.
This model costs the same as the Yamaha MT-07 with which it shares the 689cc engine, and $2,000 less than the XSR900 at $10,599. It weighs 410 lb wet, 7 lb more than the Yamaha MT-07's 403 lb. Its seat is 32.9 in against 31.7 in, so a shorter rider should sit on it.
Insurance is moderate, and accessory seats and bars are common additions. So ask what the dealer has fitted.
XSR700 against the Z650RS and Z650
Kawasaki's Z650RS is the retro-styled rival, and the Z650 is its standard sibling.
Yamaha XSR700 — specification reference- Model-year range
- 2024–2025
- Compared editions
- 2
- Specification entries
- 23
- Entries that differ
- 1
- Engine Type
- 689cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline twin cylinder; 8 valves; 689cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC inline twin-cylinder; 4-valves per cylinder.
2026 Yamaha XSR700 recalls; The 1 NHTSA campaign also cover the MT-07 , whose page lists them.
2026 Yamaha XSR700 questions
How much horsepower does the Yamaha XSR700 make?
Moto-Mag reports 73.4 horsepower at 8,750 rpm from the 689cc CP2 twin, and calls it ideal for everyday use without excessive thrills for novice riders.
Is the XSR700 the same as the MT-07?
They share the 689cc CP2 engine, and in the US both cost $8,599. The XSR700 has retro styling, a 32.9 in seat and 410 lb weight against the MT-07's 31.7 in and 403 lb.
The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 is Yamaha's retro-styled sport heritage bike, built on the 689cc CP2 inline twin with a 270-degree crossplane crank and a six-speed gearbox. It is priced at $8,599 plus destination, which is the same as the MT-07 that shares its mechanics.