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Retro Naked


          Brutally beautiful, the new Bonneville Bobber is a genuine factory custom. It perfectly encapsulates the   TRIUMPH BOBBER $18,000
          minimalist styling principles, muscular stance and purposeful engineering attitude of a genuine Bobber.
          It has clean lines and a low stance, single seat, wide fl at bars, minimal bodywork and headlight,
          sculpted tank, wire-spoked wheels and wide rear wheel, and that all-important hard tail look.
          SPECIFICATIONS
          Engine: Liquid cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, 270°   Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 150/80R16
          crank angle parallel twin     Seat height: 690mm
          Displacement: 1200cc          Kerb weight: 228kg (dry)
          Power/Torque: 56.6kW @ 6100rpm/106Nm   Fuel capacity: 9.1L
          @ 4000rpm                     Warranty/Service interval: 2 years unlimited
          Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch,   km/16,000km
          chain fi nal drive
          VERDICT: CLASSIC BOBBER


         YAMAHA XSR900 $12,999                      Taking its name and inspiration from Yamaha’s iconic 1970s XS1, this stunning new model grabs
                                                    the high-torque three-cylinder motor and agility of the MT-09 and gives it a whole new twist. The
                                                    character and mind-expanding performance of the 09 is retained in a stylish package that oozes
                                                    timeless authenticity.
                                                     SPECIFICATIONS
                                                    Engine: Liquid cooled, 3-cylinder, 4-stroke,   Seat height: 830mm
                                                    DOHC, 4-valve                  Kerb weight: 195kg (wet)
                                                    Displacement: 847cc            Fuel capacity: 14L
                                                    Power/Torque: NA               Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
                                                    Transmission: 6-speed, chain fi nal drive  km/NA
                                                    Tyres: F: 120/70 ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17

                                                     VERDICT: THE NEW XS


          Retro, meet modern. The XSR700 matches future tech with retro style for an entertaining ride with   YAMAHA XSR700 $10,999
          attitude to burn. With deep torque and a super-agile chassis, it’s for those who appreciate heritage
          without the hassle. The cutting-edge 655cc inline twin engine features our crossplane philosophy
          that delivers linear torque for outstanding acceleration. The retro-styled XSR700 also benefi ts from a
          tight and lightweight chassis for agility and sharp handling.
          SPECIFICATIONS
          Engine: Liquid cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke,   Seat height: 815mm
          DOHC, 4-valve                 Kerb weight: 186kg (wet)
          Displacement: 655cc           Fuel capacity: 14L
          Power/Torque: NA              Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
          Transmission: 6-speed, chain fi nal drive  km/NA
          Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
           VERDICT: FUTURE ICON                   LAMS APPROVED


         YAMAHA SR400 $8099                          Yamaha’s classic big single has a genuine heritage and pureness of design that sets it apart from
                                                     some other ‘retro’ models. There can be no doubt the SR400 is the real thing, and with an authentic
                                                     engine and chassis specifi cation and original kick start mechanism, this charismatic twin-shock
                                                     thumper is aimed at the many riders who are looking to rediscover the soul of motorcycling. In
                                                     addition to its appealing character and easy performance, the SR400 also offers many possibilities for
                                                     those riders who want to customise their machine, whether that involves adding a few bolt-on parts
                                                     or going the whole way and creating a cafe racer, street scrambler or bobber.
                                                     SPECIFICATIONS
                                                     Engine: 4-stroke, air cooled, SOHC, 2 valves  Seat height: 785mm
                                                     Displacement: 399cc           Kerb weight: 164kg (dry)
                                                     Power/Torque: NA              Fuel capacity: 12L
                                                     Transmission: 5-speed, chain fi nal drive  Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
                                                     Tyres: F: 90/100R18 R: 110/90R18  km/NA

                                                     VERDICT: THE NEW/OLD CAFE CLASSIC        LAMS APPROVED

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