BMW F 800 R 2015 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2016

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

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Overview - BMW F 800 R 2015 vs Yamaha XSR900 2016

The BMW F 800 R 2015 and the Yamaha XSR900 2016 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two.

In terms of engine power, the Yamaha XSR900 takes the lead with 115 HP compared to the BMW F 800 R's 90 HP. The Yamaha also has a slightly higher torque of 87.5 Nm compared to the BMW's 86 Nm. The Yamaha's engine is a 3-cylinder, while the BMW has a 2-cylinder engine. The Yamaha has a larger displacement of 847 ccm compared to the BMW's 798 ccm.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm suspension for the rear. They also both have aluminum frames, with the BMW's frame being of the twin tube, load-bearing engine type, while the Yamaha's frame is simply twin tube.

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. The Yamaha comes with ABS as standard, while the BMW has advanced rider assistance systems such as suspension that is electronically adjustable.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1520 mm compared to the Yamaha's 1440 mm. The seat height of the BMW can be adjusted between 790-820 mm, while the Yamaha has a fixed seat height of 815 mm. The BMW has a higher kerb weight of 202 kg compared to the Yamaha's 188 kg. Both bikes have similar fuel tank capacities, with the BMW having 15 liters and the Yamaha having 14 liters.

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 800 R 2015 is praised for its high-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC, and ASC. It is also considered very universally usable, fast to ride, and still comfortable. On the other hand, the Yamaha XSR900 2016 is praised for its greedy engine, well-tuned riding modes, ABS and TC as standard, authentic modern design, and clean workmanship.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW F 800 R 2015 is criticized for becoming relatively high-priced when you add all the extras. It is also said to lack that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple. The Yamaha XSR900 2016 is criticized for its hard chassis and the seat, which could be more comfortable. Additionally, the speedblock design is already seen on many other models.

Overall, both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2015 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2016

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Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustableAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,145 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth860 mmWidth815 mm
HeightHeight1,235 mmHeight1,135 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790,770,820 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight202 kgKerb Weight188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.

High-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC and ASC

very universally usable

fast to ride and still comfortable

The affordable entry-level bike becomes relatively high-priced when you implement all the extras

terrific on paper and while riding, but it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple.

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

The XSR900 combines the performance of a sporty streetfighter with the look of a pleasing, cleanly finished retro naked bike. In doing so, the Japanese make use of their own history, which can be found bundled and without gaps in the archive of the design agency that has been working for Yamaha for 60 years. It adopts the virtues of the MT-09 and has mended some of its weaknesses. It rides more harmoniously, more controlled and, if desired, more relaxed. Only the comfort, and thus the rider, suffers from the tight chassis on bad roads. You have to be a little bit sensitive when it comes to a neo-classic.

Greedy engine

well-tuned riding modes

ABS and TC as standard

authentic modern design

clean workmanship

hard chassis

seat should be more comfortable

speedblock design already on many other models

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 R vs Yamaha XSR900

There are a few key differences between a BMW F 800 R 2015 and a Yamaha XSR900 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 800 R 2015 is about 3% higher. A BMW F 800 R 2015 experiences a loss of 270 GBP in one year and 550 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,680 GBP and 1,690 GBP for a Yamaha XSR900 2016. Compared to Yamaha XSR900 2016 there are more BMW F 800 R 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha XSR900 with 77 days compared to 89 days for the BMW F 800 R. Since model year 2009 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the BMW F 800 R and 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 since model year 2016. The first review for the BMW F 800 R was published on 10/10/2008 and now has more than 8,900 views. This compares to more than 17,600 views for the first review on Yamaha XSR900 published on 25/11/2015.

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