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Stuck between an XSR900 or a z900rs (self.motorcycles)

submitted 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) by RubberElectrons to c/motorcycles

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Anyone have input here?

I'm trying to decide which I like, yammie noob had a cool vid comparing the two with the xsr seemingly on top, but spec-wise, the z900 should be wild. I'm aware there are tune and exhaust kits to wake the undertuned z900 up.

I like spirited riding, but mostly on straights as I roar off to a campsite in the mountains. What do you folks think?

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[–] Nindelofocho 3 points 5 months ago (1 children)

So I have a tracer 9 GT with the same CP3 engine and I gotta say its a real gem of an engine. The z900 may have an extra cylinder and its also fun to ride but i like the balance thst the 3 cyl brings its just more versatile? Both are great bikes but to me yamaha just feels a touch more refined

[–] RubberElectrons 2 points 5 months ago (1 children)

What have you observed that makes you feel the refinement?

I'm leaning towards the bigger tank of the z900, but I'd be carrying a spare gallon on my camping trips regardless.

[–] Nindelofocho 2 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Its more of just how the bike feels when im on it. It feels solid and substantial has weight but still feels nimble. The places where you’re in contact with the bike feel thought out. The Z900 to me feels more raw and kinda plastic-y not necessarily like a toy but more like a well modified car that prioritizes performance over small details and comforts. Really it comes down to what you like the feeling of more to me its pretty much the top gear meme “that is brilliant, but I like this” If you can catch a demo day for each one I highly highly recommend it.

[–] RubberElectrons 2 points 5 months ago

Demo days, good thinking. Thanks for the opinion, I'll keep em in mind while I try to test.