Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2017
Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022
Yamaha XSR900 2017
Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 vs Yamaha XSR900 2017
Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022
Yamaha XSR900 2017
Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana 2022
The new Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and is therefore convincing in all its quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. Visually, the Katana additionally has what it takes to become a classic; after all, it is the first to pick up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the high handlebars allow pleasant control. With its low front fairing, it doesn't become a distinct touring machine, but it certainly passes as a crossover bike that excellently combines retro, naked and touring.
Yamaha XSR900 2017
The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.
