Most people just can’t wait for the R9 (me included) but most people don’t realise that the MT-09 will be the more fun bike to ride & do it for longer periods 😎

"But what does it all meeeann, basille?"

I have the Z900RS for general riding but need something more tour oriented for longer stays etc. While looking for something, i took this out as it caught my eye and it was brilliant and. For the money exceptional.. Didn't solve the storage issue though, so took the Tracer 9 GT out afterwards. Tracer 9 it is then, never been so at one with a bike. Sound, comfort, enjoyability..luggage and all the extras as standard with the same CP3 engine.... The RS is brilliant, now I'll have a tourer that is brilliant too, time to treat myself before i get too old..😉.... I can vouch for the MT09 ( 2024). Its superb, but so is the Tracer 9 GT with better touring capabilities..😉👍

Horrible colors, horrible 3rd-4th gen design, BAD stock suspension on multiple generations, shoddy/laughably cheap technical details on the 3rd gen, but superb engine, reliability. That's the MT-09 for you in a nutshell. Yeah, I had one for years.

Having owned one of the previous MT09 models, I can fully concur with your sentiments on this machine Chops 👍. I can see that Yamaha has improved what was previously known as a bonkers bike. Love it, Chops ❤😊

MT10 IS A REAL HOOLIGAN 😂😂

I have a gen 2 09sp. I test rode the outgoing sp today as well as the 24 standard model. I had a blast on both of them. The outgoing model is great, and yamaha is doing some great deals on them right now. But i really want the 24 sp so i put my deposit down for one. Cant wait.

Excellent vid as always buddy, I'd love to see a 3 way with this or the sp version and the duke 990 and the street tripple rs with you and greg, simply awesome

"Go straight to jail bike!" - Couldn't agree more, cannot wait to try the new SP!

Nice video Chops. What’s with the cables taped up with insulation tape? Seems a level below the Triumphs in terms of build quality

Wow all that for £10k, Thanks for that John 👍

I always found the 07 and 09 were ridden dangerously by young folk.. it's like the modern GSXR.. I just can't get over the looks 🤢. Hopefully, the XSR900 gets a revamp next year.

Interesting. I'm picking mine up today, after six years on two 1290 Super Adv. I just wanted to start over, without the weight and the bulk, even though the (esp latest) SAS are really fine motorbikes. And I was never able to travel as much as I thought I would. I test rode the MT-09 a few weeks ago, and that was it. Funnily, I disagree with all the comments about the SP being worth it, and here is why. First, Yamaha is pushing so hard to make people wanting to buy the SP that there is a catch, of course. They do much more money out of the SP. Now, can you get the same quality out of a regular MT-09 and some aftermarket changes, for less money, without the scale savings? I'm convinced you can... And here is the kicker: I weigh about as much as you do, Chopsy. And the first components to tune, in the suspension department, are the SPRINGS. The SP will have better components, sure, but, as every single Japanese bike, it will be set for a 70 kg rider. Exactly the same as the regular one. So, better damping, yes. Finer control, yes. But way too soft for heavy riders anyway. And, because I know that a lot of people are confused with it, I feel the need to point out that NO, adjusting the preload doesn't change the stiffness of a spring. Those who think otherwise, ask Neevesy. My English is way too bad to do a better job than his, of explaining this. Of course, 'standard' riders will get benefits from the SP. And if they like the colour scheme (I don't), it will be worth the bonus to them. But for a heavy rider? It's a waste of money, because you will always have to respring the thing. Oh, and as for almost everybody here, from what I can read, an R9 might be my end game. Cheers.

As "20 stone fattie" you should really tweak the suspension. I've never ridden a bike that felt right for me on stock settings. I got my 2nd gen MT10 (at a great price) as I thought I'd always be looking at what I didn't have with the MT09 but this one has me reconsidering. So much fun for your money.

Loving that front wheel cam Chopsy!

Not sure where you found the weather Chopsie but great video as always! Great looking bike too 😄😄

Brilliant review mate, i tested the basic model while i wait for my SP coming, i think the SP will be on another level handling wise and i simply cannot wait to get my hands on it 😊

Sounds like fun, still a way to go to fix the ugly though.

they are great bikes loved all 19k miles i did on mine selling it now wish i had the room to keep it but only got room for one bike

The duke is nearly a litre bike - can’t really call that middleweight. And it’s 3k more than the mt

'It's an MT-09 m'lud' CASE DISMISSED!

Yamaha secretly makes the best bikes on the market. Also calling this a "middleweight" is a massive understatement this bike can run circles around anything with a skilled rider

Ugly though & they just look so cheaply built.

Had a look at the XSR 900GP and the new MT-09 at my local Yamaha dealer both machines are very nice. I was informed to wait for the R9 before making my final decision. R9 is going to be special really i am looking forward to the reveal.

Yamaha…ok we will make it a better all round bike..however for that we are gonna make it pig ugly

When does the SP make it to Europe? I've heard August and I've heard September and I've heard Never.

Had the gen 3 sp and loved it,test rode a street triple rs and even though it was a fantastic bike I just found the engine lacking low and mid range punch compared to the CP3. Went straight to the Yamaha dealer, test rode the 2024 Mt and bought it. Unbeatable for £10 k imho.

R9 SP, need it now

I currently own a 3rd gen Mt09 sp. Had it for 3 years now. Short and simple absolutely incredible bike. Its a do everything bike with wheelies in-between

I would buy one, if it looked half better 😢

Most of these naked bikes have the look of 90s sports bikes that have been crashed heavily and are being broken for spares. Far too busy looking.

CAN NOT wait for the R9 and the M

Nice review chops. Was looking at one of these then saw the gp in the flesh nostalgia took over an ordered one.

Superbe vidéo merci

I've got the Suzuki 2024 gsxs1000 and the induction noise pisses me off tbh. Not their fault as it's the euro emissions but I can tell you it's a good job I don't have an MOT for 3 years so I can mid pipe it with an SC project end can. 🤣👍

I have the 2021 and this is tempting but things like the seat and bars are stuff I like and prefer. Also that with everything they changed, the only parts I’d be able to switch over is the frame sliders and maybe radiator protector. I would probably hold off for the SP for the brakes and suspension. I will say the exhaust is definitely if you’re doing it for the looks. The exhaust gets louder as you break it in. I love the sound and I’m pretty sure if I knew how to mic it up and post a video riding around. Most people would probably think it’s aftermarket

I hate those peppermint wheels...they'd need blasted and painted black!

Do I buy a 22 MT09SP or a new standard MT09? Both around 10k?

I want to love it but can't get past the cheap feeling.. I understand things are built to a budget but it doesn't feel like a polished product..

I currently own a 2018 MT10 SP and was seriously thinking about the new MT09 SP but I am going to wait a little while because I am sure there will be a new MT10 with that same updated looks and electronic package coming out in the next year or two. I just feel I might miss the grunt of a litre CP4 engine plus I do alot of touring

Looks good. 👍

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had the gen2 and now have a gen3, love them alot coming from GSXR's for a road bike

Looks great, but prefer the last gen headlight. Those levers would have to go though, a nice set of EvoTech black ones would be a must!

Morning chopsy im just waiting for that r9.

You just get the feeling with Yamaha that there’s deep down in the research & development team that are bats**t crazy fun but having an internal “discussion” with the marketing/finance team. Maybe the tides are shifting… great work Yamaha, and Chops. 👍👍

BMW all the way! very very fun and fast!

Those roads there.... 🤩

Fantastic stuff, is always nerve wracking trying to get a bike going after a lay-up... I can imagine even more so after a nut and bolt rebuild! 🙂

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