- Prone to characteristic {hardware} upgrades in comparison with the usual XSR900
- Efficiency prone to be unchanged
- Unlikely to return to India
Yamaha is engaged on a brand new variant of the XSR900, referred to as the XSR900 SP, as per US regulatory filings. The upcoming variant might be a performance-oriented one that includes a number of {hardware} upgrades in comparison with the usual XSR900.
As per the filings with the US Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA), the XSR900 SP will characteristic the identical 890cc, liquid-cooled, inline three-cylinder engine because the Yamaha MT-09, producing 117.4bhp.
Yamaha has not revealed something in regards to the {hardware} package deal. Nevertheless, just like the MT-09 SP, the XSR900 SP might characteristic {hardware} upgrades such because the 41mm DLC KYB inverted fork and totally adjustable Öhlins monoshock. Braking {hardware} might embrace Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers and a radial grasp cylinder.
This upcoming variant will probably be aimed on the abroad market. In India, Yamaha is specializing in the smaller-capacity section. The model is planning to launch the R2 on twenty seventh August 2026.
Pre-bookings for the bike have already begun in India, and it might provide many upgrades over the R15 in performance, handling, and more.
