Not Yamaha’s most glamorous model, the XJ900 Diversion is nevertheless a long running, popular bike. First introduced to replace the XJ900min 1994, it is an excellent budget tourer. The 892cc air-cooled engine is dated, but has proved its economy and reliability since first appearing in the 1985 XJ900. The eight-valve design is strong at the bottom end of the rev range, but quickly runs out of go at higher speeds. A five-speed gearbox provides well-spaced ratios for relaxed touring progress, and the smooth shaft final drive is virtually maintenance-free. The 900 Diversion’s frame-mounted half-fairing and tall screen give good weather-protection, and a roomy dual seat allows many miles to be covered two-up in comfort.
Top speed: 206km/h (128mph)
Engine type: 829cc, a/c inline four, eight-valve, DOHC
Maximum power: 67kW (90bhp) @ 8250rpm
Frame type: steel-tube double cradle
Tyre size: front 120/70 17, rear 180/55 17
Final drive: shaft
Gearbox: five-speed
Weight: 239kg(527lb)
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June 11th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
The Yamaha xj900 diversion that you reviewed is in fact its baby sister the xj600s or at least that the bike in the picture. Just letting you know.
Regards,
Brian
August 13th, 2007 at 8:03 pm
Actually, the picture shows an xj900- if you look at the picture it’s written on the side..
August 26th, 2007 at 1:42 am
Interesting to see pic of the 900… hav recently bought a Dec 1994 900, seems slightly different frm one shown. All in all, very pleased with the bike, very responsive ( had a Transalp previous to this)..
was very fortunate to purchase it fro a gentleman who cared for it as if it was his new born baby, !!!!.. will try and post pics of ‘my baby’, now lolol…
August 30th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
Hi Neil,
were clad that you had such luck to own a good bike. Feel free to post a picture of your bike picture.
Crew of bikeintro.com
October 24th, 2007 at 2:07 am
The XJ900F, Nice to see my bike. It is NOT a diversion!!!!!!!!!