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2026Yamaha XSR700

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The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 is a retro-styled middleweight that appeals to riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern performance. Powered by a 689cc liquid-cooled twin producing 50 ft-lbs of torque, it delivers agile handling and accessible power suitable for both experienced and intermediate riders. Known for its iconic retro design blended with contemporary reliability, the XSR700 excels as a versatile everyday machine.

Capacity
689.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
186.0 kg
Seat height
836 mm
Power
72.4 HP (54.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM
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What’s new for the 2026 Yamaha XSR700

vs the 2025
Spec20252026
Power 73.8 HP (54.3 kW) @ 9000 RPM 72.4 HP (54.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM
Torque 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM 67.0 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Other years 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 55Agility 82Comfort 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 836mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2026 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
72.4 HP (54.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM
Torque
67.0 Nm (6.8 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3892 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, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1405 mm
Overall length
2075 mm
Overall width
820 mm
Overall height
1130 mm
Seat height
836 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
41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Single shock, adjustable preload
Front wheel travel
130 mm
Rear wheel travel
130 mm
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Trail
89 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

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 2026 Yamaha XSR700 has a Capacity of 689.0 ccm (42.05 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha XSR700 have?

The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 has a Power of 72.4 HP (54.0 kW) @ 8750 RPM.

How many gears does the Yamaha XSR700 have?

The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Yamaha XSR700?

The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 has a Torque of 67.0 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Yamaha XSR700 weigh?

The 2026 Yamaha XSR700 has a Wet weight of 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds).

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