XSR900

Description

The XSR900 is based on the successful 847 cc three-cylinder MT-09, but alters the exterior design to bring users real pride of ownership in a highly cost-effective package. The XSR900 harkens back to classic Yamaha machines but blends their retro appeal with modern technology and performance with a simple design openly stressing material beauty and quality instead of covering it. This approach is especially clear in the hand-buffed aluminium fuel tank covers – no XSR off the line is the same.

Statement of the jury

The XSR900 deftly unites retro elements with contemporary forms to create a striking, puristically open motorcycle design that appealingly celebrates the honest materials used in the construction of the machine.