Australian Road Rider — Bike Guide 2017

One look at the timeless lines, one listen to that classic burble and you know it’s the defi nitive

air-cooled muscle bike. The fuel-injected XJR utilises contemporary engine technologies like a

supersport-derived fuel-injection system, forged pistons with carburised rods, and electroplated

alloy cylinders for contemporary performance. It’s the same story with the chassis — superbike spec

brakes, wheels and tyres meet Öhlins rear suspension for brilliant steering and handling.

YAMAHA XJR1300 $14,499

Engine: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve,

in-line four

Displacement: 1251cc

Power/Torque: 71.5kW @ 8000rpm/108.4Nm

@ 6000rpm

Transmission: 5-speed chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 180/55 ZR17

Seat height: 795mm

Kerb weight: 228kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 21L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: RETRO ROCKET!

The new MT10SP reigns at the top of the MT family tree like an apex predator. This special version of

the MT10 is equipped with Öhlins Electronic Racing Suspension for the highest degree of control, as

well as an exclusive full-colour TFT meter panel and special racing colours based on the YZF-R1M.

YAMAHA MT10SP $21,499

Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve

Displacement: 998cc

Power/Torque: NA

Transmission: 6-speed, slipper clutch, quick

shifter, chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55 ZR17

Seat height: 825mm

Kerb weight: 210kg (wet)

Fuel capacity: 17L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: THE NEW MUSCLE KID

Engine: 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke,

DOHC, 4-valve

Displacement: 847cc

Power/Torque: NA

Transmission: 6-speed, slipper clutch, quick

shifter, chain fi nal drive

Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17

Seat height: 820mm

Kerb weight: 180kg (dry)

Fuel capacity: 14L

Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited

km/10,000km

SPECIFICATIONS

VERDICT: THE MANTIS OF BIKES

The MT09 is built to appeal to your motorcycling instincts — a high-torque triple that’s a real thrill

ride. At its beating heart, a lightweight 847cc 3-cylinder engine kicks out a wide band of raw, linear

torque guaranteed to boost adrenaline.

YAMAHA MT09 $12,299

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