Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs. Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

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Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

In terms of engine specifications, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is equipped with an in-line, liquid-cooled engine that produces 115 horsepower and 87.5 Nm of torque. It has a 3-cylinder configuration and a displacement of 847cc. On the other hand, the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 also features an in-line, liquid-cooled engine but with a higher power output of 145 horsepower and 104 Nm of torque. It has a 4-cylinder configuration and a displacement of 998cc.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and monoshock absorbers for the rear suspension. However, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 has a swing arm rear suspension, while the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 has a single swing arm rear suspension.

In terms of chassis, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 features an aluminum frame with a twin tube design, while the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 has a steel frame with a backbone design.

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Both bikes have double disk brakes for the front wheels, but the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 has larger diameter disks at 310mm compared to the 298mm disks on the Yamaha XSR900 2018.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is equipped with ABS, while the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 offers ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control.

Both bikes have similar front tire dimensions with a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches. However, the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 has a wider rear tire with a width of 190mm compared to the 180mm rear tire on the Yamaha XSR900 2018.

The wheelbase of the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is slightly longer at 1455mm compared to the 1440mm wheelbase of the Yamaha XSR900 2018. The seat height of the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is also slightly higher at 830mm compared to the 815mm seat height of the Yamaha XSR900 2018.

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

In terms of weight, the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 212kg compared to the 191kg kerb weight of the Yamaha XSR900 2018. The fuel tank capacity of the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is also larger at 16.2 liters compared to the 14 liters capacity of the Yamaha XSR900 2018.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is praised for its extremely sporty and rev-happy engine, excellent brakes, naked bike level riding experience, pleasant seating position, high-quality workmanship, and price-performance ratio. On the other hand, the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is commended for its powerful engine, smooth quickshifter, nimble handling, 5-inch TFT display, and classy appearance.

However, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is criticized for its almost too direct response and retro style that is not thought through to the last detail. On the other hand, the Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021 is noted for its narrow handlebar.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2018 compared to Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Yamaha XSR900 2018
Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore75 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke56.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
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
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel137 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel131 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeBackbone
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail103 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter256 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control

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 height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth789 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity16.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

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.

Extremely sporty and rev-happy engine

excellent brakes

riding at naked bike level

pleasant seating position

high-quality workmanship

price-performance ratio.

almost too direct response

retro style not thought through to the last detail

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021

Noble, dignified and incredibly powerful. The CB1000R Black Edition cuts a fine figure both in front of the opera and on a sporty smoke-up on the country road. Even under full load, the power unit exudes pure composure, while the chassis and brake components also cope well with the power and weight. A great all-round naked bike package that conveys Honda quality through and through.

powerful engine

smooth quickshifter

nimble handling

5-inch TFT display

classy appearance

narrow handlebar

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XSR900 vs Honda CB1000R Black Edition

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2018 and a Honda CB1000R Black Edition 2021. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 4. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB1000R Black Edition with 94 days compared to 123 days for the Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 and 5 reviews for the Honda CB1000R Black Edition since model year 2021. The first review for the Yamaha XSR900 was published on 11/25/2015 and now has more than 17,600 views. This compares to more than 97,700 views for the first review on Honda CB1000R Black Edition published on 11/2/2020.

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