Numbers are one thing, actual performance is another. We thought since we take a lot of bikes to the strip to see how fast they go, we’d show you what it looks like when they face off. Keep in mind the numbers we’re showing are recorded via GPS tracking with one rider—the video is just to show you what it looks like. Got a face-off you want to see? Drop it in the comments section and we’ll try to make it happen.

These bikes by the numbers:

HUSQVARNA VITPILEN 701
Base Price: $11,999
Displacement: 693cc
Measured Wet Weight: 362 lb. (164kg)
Fuel Capacity: 3.2 gal. (12L)
Seat Height: 32.7 in. (830mm)
Measured Horsepower: 71.0 @ 8200 rpm
Measured Torque: 51.0 lb.-ft. @ 6750 rpm

YAMAHA XSR700
Base Price: $8,499
Displacement: 689cc
Claimed Wet Weight: 410 lb. (186kg)
Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. (14L)
Seat Height: 32.9 in. (835mm)
Measured Horsepower: 67.9 @ 8790 rpm
Measured Torque: 47.5 lb.-ft. @ 6490 rpm

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