2024 YAMAHA XSR900 vs CF MOTO 800NK
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 YAMAHA XSR900 81 cm Tallest seat here
- CF MOTO 800NK 80 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 100.8 hp (CF MOTO 800NK) up to 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Torque spans 81 Nm (CF MOTO 800NK) up to 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Weight spans 189 kg (CF MOTO 800NK) to 193 kg (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (CF MOTO 800NK) to 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
Reader votes so far — total 8: 2024 YAMAHA XSR900 (5); CF MOTO 800NK (3).
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| Specification | YAMAHA XSR900 | CF MOTO 800NK |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | CF MOTO |
| Model | YAMAHA XSR900 | CF MOTO 800NK |
| Engine size | 900cc | 800cc |
| Power | 119hp | 100.8hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 81nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 193kg | 189kg |
| Front brake | 298mm dual hydraulic discs; ABS | Dual 320mm disc with ABS (J. JUAN Calipers) |
| Rear brake | 245mm single hydraulic disc; ABS | 260mm disc with ABS (J. JUAN Calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) | 120/70 R17 MAXXIS |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) | 180/55 R17 MAXXIS |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm inverted fork, adjustable preload, compression and rebound; 5.1-in travel | KYB Fully adjustable inverted fork shocks |
| Rear suspension | Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.4-in travel | KYB Fully adjustable mono-shock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 6 L/100km | 15 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10299 | $8499 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Ride-by-Wire Throttle with APSG, Assist & Slipper (A&S) Clutch, Six-Axis IMU with Rider Aids, Traction Control System, Slide Control System (SCS), LIFT Control System (LIF), Brake Control System (BC), Full-Color 3.5-inch TFT Display, Up & Down Quick Shift System, Cruise Control |
(In collaboration with KTM, using the Duke 790 engine block) -8-inch TFT screen -Voice command feature, smart key, slipper clutch -Traction control, power modes, riding modes, cornering ABS -T-Box, navigation feature, Bluetooth connectivity |
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2024 YAMAHA XSR900 vs 2023 CF MOTO 800NK: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA XSR900 and 2023 CF MOTO 800NK are closely matched in weight, while the XSR900 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the 800NK has the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
XSR900 has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
XSR900 has a clear listed power advantage (119 hp vs 100.8 hp).
Torque
XSR900 has a modest listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 81 Nm).
Listed top speed
800NK has a modest listed top-speed advantage (260 km/h vs 250 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
XSR900 and 800NK have very similar listed weights (193 kg vs 189 kg). XSR900 and 800NK have very similar seat heights (81 cm vs 80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed, while weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA XSR900 vs CF MOTO 800NK?
CF MOTO 800NK is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph) vs 250 km/h (155 mph) for YAMAHA XSR900.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA XSR900 or CF MOTO 800NK?
YAMAHA XSR900 has 119 hp compared with 101 hp on the CF MOTO 800NK.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA XSR900 or CF MOTO 800NK?
CF MOTO 800NK is lighter at 189 kg vs 193 kg for YAMAHA XSR900.
Which is better, YAMAHA XSR900 or CF MOTO 800NK?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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