scrambler / default rider 183 cm
BMW R nineT Urban G/S vs Yamaha XSR700 XTribute ergonomics
BMW R nineT Urban G/S and Yamaha XSR700 XTribute have modeled posture scores within three points for the 183 cm default rider. Treat this as a planning estimate; posture preference, data confidence, and a real test sit still matter.
Modeled fit comparison
BMW R nineT Urban G/S
All contacts reached
Yamaha XSR700 XTribute
All contacts reached
The modeled scores are within three points, so the result does not distinguish a higher-scoring bike. Treat the result as a planning estimate and compare each bike's geometry confidence before a real test sit.
Rider fit: reaching the ground
The BMW R nineT Urban G/S lists a 850 mm seat; the Yamaha XSR700 XTribute lists 845 mm — a 5 mm difference. Seat height is only a first-pass ground-reach input. It does not establish safety or actual foot contact. Seat width, suspension sag, boots, mobility, load, and individual proportions can materially change the result.
On seat height alone, the Yamaha XSR700 XTribute has the easier modeled ground reach. Load your measurements into the simulator to compare the model, then verify both motorcycles in person.
Geometry snapshot
| Spec | BMW R nineT Urban G/S | Yamaha XSR700 XTribute |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 850 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,527 mm | 1,405 mm |
| Wet weight | 221 kg | 188 kg |
| Displacement | 1,170 cc | 689 cc |
Posture metrics
Knee angle
- BMW R nineT Urban G/S
- Sport (58.2 deg)
- Yamaha XSR700 XTribute
- Sport (58.0 deg)
Hip angle
- BMW R nineT Urban G/S
- Neutral (92.4 deg)
- Yamaha XSR700 XTribute
- Neutral (95.0 deg)
Elbow angle
- BMW R nineT Urban G/S
- Relaxed (143.3 deg)
- Yamaha XSR700 XTribute
- Relaxed (143.3 deg)
Torso lean
- BMW R nineT Urban G/S
- Neutral (13.2 deg)
- Yamaha XSR700 XTribute
- Neutral (11.4 deg)