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2016Yamaha XSR700

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The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 is a modern retro middleweight that appeals to riders seeking classic styling with contemporary performance and handling. Its lightweight 186 kg frame, manageable 815 mm seat height, and responsive 689cc parallel-twin engine make it ideal for both experienced riders and those transitioning from smaller bikes. Best known for blending vintage aesthetics with current technology, including ABS braking and comfortable ergonomics for everyday riding.

Capacity
689.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
186.0 kg
Seat height
815 mm
Power
74.8 HP (54.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 45Agility 72Comfort 60Off-road 15Touring 45Road manners 80
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering80%
City riding82%
Daily riding78%
Touring42%
Two-up45%
Track55%
Best for
A versatile retro-styled roadster built primarily for spirited city riding, weekend backroad fun, and light café-racer style cruising rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
Built for
Offers a charismatic, torquey CP2 twin-cylinder feel with agile, flickable handling that encourages playful riding over raw straight-line performance.
Not ideal for
Not the ideal choice for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, long highway range, or any genuine off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Yamaha XSR700, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
689.0 ccm
Power
74.8 HP (54.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque
68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.4022 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
80.0 x 68.6 mm
Compression
11.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCI
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, Multiple Disc
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1405 mm
Overall length
2075 mm
Overall width
820 mm
Overall height
1130 mm
Seat height
815 mm
Wet weight
186.0 kg
Fuel capacity
14.00 litres
Ground clearance
140 mm
Oil capacity
2.70 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Diamond
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear suspension
Link suspension
Front wheel travel
137 mm
Rear wheel travel
130 mm
Rake (fork angle)
24.0°
Trail
90 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. Hydraulic. ABS.
Front brakes diameter
282 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS.
Rear brakes diameter
245 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
180/55-ZR17
Other
Color options
Yellow, green, silver

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20162019202120242026
Capacity 689 cc 689 cc 689 cc 689 cc 689 cc
Seat height 815 mm 815 mm 835 mm 835 mm 836 mm
Fuel capacity 14 L 14 L 14 L 14 L 14 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Yamaha XSR700?

The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 has a Capacity of 689.0 ccm (42.05 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha XSR700 have?

The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 has a Power of 74.8 HP (54.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM.

How many gears does the Yamaha XSR700 have?

The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Yamaha XSR700?

The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 has a Torque of 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.

How much does the Yamaha XSR700 weigh?

The 2016 Yamaha XSR700 has a Wet weight of 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds).

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