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          One look at the timeless lines, one listen to that classic burble and you know it’s the defi nitive   YAMAHA XJR1300 $14,499
          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.

          SPECIFICATIONS
          Engine: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve,   Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 180/55 ZR17
          in-line four                  Seat height: 795mm
          Displacement: 1251cc          Kerb weight: 228kg (dry)
          Power/Torque: 71.5kW @ 8000rpm/108.4Nm   Fuel capacity: 21L
          @ 6000rpm                     Warranty/Service interval: 2 years unlimited
          Transmission: 5-speed chain fi nal drive  km/10,000km

           VERDICT: RETRO ROCKET!













          YAMAHA MT10SP $21,499                      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.


                                                     SPECIFICATIONS
                                                     Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve  Seat height: 825mm
                                                     Displacement: 998cc           Kerb weight: 210kg (wet)
                                                     Power/Torque: NA              Fuel capacity: 17L
                                                     Transmission: 6-speed, slipper clutch, quick   Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
                                                     shifter, chain fi nal drive    km/10,000km
                                                     Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55 ZR17

                                                      VERDICT: THE NEW MUSCLE KID
















          The MT09 is built to appeal to your motorcycling instincts — a high-torque triple that’s a real thrill   YAMAHA MT09 $12,299
          ride. At its beating heart, a lightweight 847cc 3-cylinder engine kicks out a wide band of raw, linear
          torque guaranteed to boost adrenaline.

          SPECIFICATIONS
          Engine: 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke,   Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
          DOHC, 4-valve                 Seat height: 820mm
          Displacement: 847cc           Kerb weight: 180kg (dry)
          Power/Torque: NA              Fuel capacity: 14L
          Transmission: 6-speed, slipper clutch, quick   Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
          shifter, chain fi nal drive    km/10,000km

           VERDICT: THE MANTIS OF BIKES

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