2026 YAMAHA XSR900 GP ‘KING’ KENNY ROBERTS TRIBUTE

The 2026 Yamaha XSR900 GP will be available in a striking Legend Yellow colour scheme that celebrates ‘King’ Kenny Roberts’ incredible racing career.

Yamaha has confirmed the 2026 XSR900 GP will arrive in Australia from February 2026, priced from $22,049 rideaway. The flagship Sport Heritage model continues its blend of retro racing style and modern performance — now with a striking new colourway honouring one of the sport’s true greats.

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Legend Yellow – celebrating the King

The major update for 2026 is the introduction of Legend Yellow, a bold livery inspired by the iconic GP-winning YZR500s ridden by ‘King’ Kenny Roberts. The yellow and white design with black Yamaha speedblocks gives the XSR900 GP the same visual punch that helped Roberts win three 500cc World Championships and write his name into racing history. His unforgettable 1975 Indy Mile performance remains a highlight of a 13-year career with Yamaha.

The updated paint scheme reinforces a direct connection to Yamaha’s golden era of Grand Prix racing – packaged into a motorcycle engineered for today’s roads.

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Race attitude, modern performance

Mechanically unchanged for MY26, the XSR900 GP retains its highly capable chassis, rider-focused technology and potent triple.

XSR900 GP highlights

  • Deltabox-style chassis with optimised rigidity

  • 5-inch full-colour TFT dash with smartphone connectivity

  • Fully adjustable KYB suspension front and rear

  • Clip-on handlebars and refined switchgear

  • Removable rear seat cover with comfortable seat and side covers

  • Performance-optimised footpeg positioning

  • Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) with 6-axis IMU

  • Cruise control, third-generation Quick Shift System and Assist & Slipper Clutch

  • High-torque CP3 890cc triple

  • Yamaha SpinForged wheels with Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 tyres

It looks like a throwback to Roberts’ racing heyday — but it rides like the sharp, modern naked it is underneath.

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Colours and availability

The 2026 XSR900 GP will be available in:

  • Legend Yellow (new)

  • Legend Red (continuing)

Australian units land from February 2026 at $22,049 ride away.

Hit this link to watch a cool launch video featuring ‘King’ Kenny Roberts himself.

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