Yamaha XSR900 2025 vs. Suzuki Katana 2026

Yamaha XSR900 2025

Yamaha XSR900 2025

Suzuki Katana 2026

Suzuki Katana 2026

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Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2025 compared to Suzuki Katana 2026

Yamaha XSR900 2025
Suzuki Katana 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power152 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque106 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque9,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement890 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel137 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter250 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Modern electronics

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,155 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth860 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,155 mmHeight1,110 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,495 mmWheelbase1,460 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange300 kmRange196 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions116 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions122 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption6.1 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XSR900 2025

Yamaha XSR900 2025

The Yamaha XSR900 is a sporty retro bike with a powerful three-cylinder engine and modern electronics such as lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS. It impresses with its stability, agile handling and firm suspension, although it does let bumps through on longer stages. It is ideal for lovers of sporty bikes with retro charm.

Powerful engine

Quickshifter as standard

Good brakes

Electronics package

Sporty, but suitable for everyday use ergonomics

Value for money

Many accessories available ex works

Good stability at high speeds

Sporty suspension

Precise quickshifter

hard seat

low steering angle

vibrations in the medium speed range

Suzuki Katana 2026

Suzuki Katana 2026

The Suzuki GSX-S1000S Katana is based on the naked GSX-S1000 and therefore impresses with all the quality and inner values of a typical Japanese machine. The Katana also has what it takes to become a visual classics, as it is the first to take up the style of the 1980s. The riding position is surprisingly comfortable and the height of the handlebars allows for comfortable control. With its low front fairing, it may not be a true touring machine, but it can certainly pass as a crossover bike that combines retro, naked and touring perfectly.

Powerful and confident in-line four-cylinder engine

absolutely unique look

comfortable seating position

easy handling

five-way adjustable traction control

good braking system

high-quality quickshifter

firm but travel-ready suspension

Few electronic features

relatively high price compared to the basic GSX-S1000

small fuel tank

LC display difficult to read

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XSR900 vs Suzuki Katana

Price Yamaha XSR900

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