Yamaha has announced one of its most exciting colour additions in years, confirming the 2026 XSR900 GP will arrive in Legend Yellow livery honouring AMA and Grand Prix icon King Kenny Roberts. first deliveries expected from February 2026 at a ride-away price of $22,049. Press: YMA.

The announcement marks a bold tribute to one of racing’s most influential figures. Roberts, America’s first MotoGP world champion, claimed three 500cc titles and spent 13 years with Yamaha, leaving a legacy that shaped modern riding and racing technique. His unforgettable 1975 Indy Mile performance and dominance through the late ’70s cemented him as a Yamaha legend.

The 2026 XSR900 GP channels that with a striking yellow-and-white paint scheme featuring Yamaha’s iconic black speedblocks, creating a modern interpretation of Roberts’ 1970s–80s GP-winning YZR500s. While the new model is technically unchanged for MY26, the colourway brings a retro-racer identity to Yamaha’s sport heritage lineup.

2026 XSR900 GP – Key Features

The XSR900 GP continues with its high-spec, race-inspired componentry, including:
Deltabox-style chassis with optimised rigidity
Fully adjustable KYB suspension front and rear
Clip-on handlebars, sporty switchgear and a removable seat cover
5-inch full-colour TFT display with smartphone connectivity
Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) and 6-axis IMU-based rider aids
Cruise control, third-generation Quick Shift System and Assist & Slipper clutch
High-torque 890cc CP3 engine
SpinForged wheels wearing Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 tyres

The core package remains one of Yamaha’s most compelling blends of modern performance and ’80s GP-bike nostalgia, combining the CP3 triple’s punchy torque with track-styled ergonomics and advanced rider aids.

Jeff tested the XSR900 GP Legend Red edition earlier this year… Click on the link below to read the review.

Read our review on the Legend Red XSR900 GP here…

The Legend Yellow XSR900 GP is set to be a must-have for collectors, Yamaha fans and anyone craving a slice of King Kenny racing history in a modern, road-ready package.

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