2019 Yamaha MT-09: Test Ride & Review | Better than the MT-07?

[@DukeOfDC]

900 likes and I’ll drop the MT-10 video early!!! Also the MT-07 is $7,600... putting it even closer in price to this $8,999 MT-09 price tag

[@chrisboitz7487]

So, not a bike you'd recommend for new riders?

[@kk-zb6ue]

Got this bike 2 weeks ago . Without a doubt the most fun I’ve had on a bike in a long time !!! And I’ve had a fireblade , rsv4 and bmw 1000rr all amazing bikes but the mt09 gives you so much useable power for road use which makes it so much fun !!!

[@hmmthinking4208]

Watched as much as i could and then the music started driving me crazy... dude, we want to here the bike!

[@MofosRealReviews]

I just picked up a leftover 2018 Mt-09 because I liked the high vis color better than the ice fluo color and I love it. Vids soon By the way why does everyone complain about the damn clutch cover it’s never bothered me lol

[@DukeOfDC]

It’s in such a strange spot though. Maybe it’s just for us vertically challenged folks haha

[@celzolsen8988]

Life Of Chris Did you remap it?

[@DukeOfDC]

Yamaha MT-10 video coming soon!!! ;) I got you fam

[@정원우-z5j]

I hope that you don't put background music in next video.

[@DukeOfDC]

Not a fan of the background music? I thought if low enough it wasn’t too intrusive and made for a nice thing.

[@정원우-z5j]

DukeOfDC yeah it wasn't too loud but the choice of song was meh... I like how you lower the volume so we can hear what you say and the engine sound but I think that music does not go along with the overall video. Personally I want to listen to Mt-09’s beautiful cp3 sound.

[@DukeOfDC]

I love this advice man. Maybe I’ll try and different type of music next video and turn it off more frequently when I am riding hard

[@정원우-z5j]

DukeOfDC thanks for hearing viewers opinion. Have a good day 👍🏼

[@VeeFour]

can you see now why I bought one? I'm in love with my SP version

[@DukeOfDC]

I am awake my brother. Wait until you see the MT-10 video

[@VeeFour]

I've finally admitted to myself that 170 hp+ super nakeds and litre sports bikes aren't where the fun is at anymore. You just can't use that much power safely or sensibly on the public roads, and they're usually really bad at low speeds around town. For me the MT09 and bikes in it's bracket, are where the real fun is, as you can rev them out without hitting warp speed but there's so much meat left on the bone to haul ass and wheelie out of a nice twisty section, plus they work better all round as an everyday bike. I'm a convert to the mid range bike from now on 👍😎

[@celzolsen8988]

@@DukeOfDC I am 100% convinced that the MT-09 sucks (in comparison) until you get a re-map to smooth the throttle/fueling out. Such a shame that 90% of people who own one don't even know that it's a thing, and since test bikes aren't mapped you won't even get the proper experience if you go and test one.

[@DukeOfDC]

A remap would make this damn near perfect at the price point it comes in at. How much is the re-tune?

[@celzolsen8988]

@DukeOfDC I heard it's about 200$ if you get the proper one, in a shop. Be sure not to get a power commander and that the mechanic knows what he is doing. You can also do it yourself relatively easily. Check this video to make sure it's being done in this way and not any other. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXKhXWdZpt_o5Y

[@efrenmoran8098]

Thank you for uploading the mt09 video, short and simple. Can’t wait for the mt10.

[@DukeOfDC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NiddyGriddy_]

I have an 2018 Fz-09 and I’m in love with it!

[@DukeOfDC]

Great choice my friend!

[@celzolsen8988]

Cam Cam Did you remap it?

[@NiddyGriddy_]

celz olsen not yet, I plan on doing that soon

[@celzolsen8988]

@@NiddyGriddy_ Great. Just stay away from power commanders.

[@Antmanmoto]

celz olsen why is that?

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

My exact question , mt 07 or my 09? Yet to road test both bikes. Thinking the tripple engine with extra go. Great review, 👌🏻👍🏻 from 🇦🇺

[@DukeOfDC]

Thanks!! I loved that MT-09. No questions asked, it was amazing

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

@@DukeOfDC i loved it when you accelerated away, engine sounds addictively menacing. Imagine the sound with akrapovic pipes, mind blowing,😅🤣😂👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

I have to two very serious things to ask you. Right now I started following you. First thing: In the past I had 50cc, 125cc, 180cc, 200cc and 500cc and I am 37 years old, having a licence for 20 years now. I really like the MTO9, the style, engine and everything ... What bothers me is the suspension and riding with a pillion (girlfrined). I am not a harsch rider and I would like to know, if this bike (i think of the 2019 model) would be suitable for me, as I am 100kg (186cm tall, if think this is OK) and my girlfriend is 60 (164 cm tall). The max load of the bike is something like 180kg? If riding with a pillion someone should adjust the preload of the rear suspenison? In doing so, this bike should be OK? In keeping it adjusted for two up, it would be also OK for a single rider? And the last thing. Some people say that this bike (model 2019 and even Tracer 900) is gonna power wheelie in all modes except B. If I would buy this bike, I would have it most of the time in STD, with TC 2 or 1, but I am a bit afraid of wheelies and not the power of the bike. I think that you can control the power in your head, but if the bike is gonna wheelie in almost every gear even with TC on, than only God can help us. :))) Thanks for your answer. Also thanks to all of you that are willing to answer my questions.

[@Southice]

Nice video! :) I am riding my (automatic) Vespa GTS 300 scooter for 2 years now. Would you recommend upgrading to a Mt07 or Mt09? Because both will be very different than my motorscooter :P

[@DukeOfDC]

I would probably recommend an MT-07

[@Braselton21]

We need a Yamaha R9 with this Triple Engine :D with a CBR650/Ducati Supersport riding pos/comfort

[@MDHenry4]

Can I get a faring and and a centered gauge that I can read? How about a steering stabilizer and sorted throttle delivery? you can keep the modes..Thanks man I didn’t know that it was adjustable suspension.

[@DukeOfDC]

Sarcasm is so far lost on KZbin

[@MDHenry4]

DukeOfDC I know man but keep it up! I really like your videos and the new introduction is great.

[@DukeOfDC]

I really appreciate it man!!

[@marloncrutchfield1625]

HEY I WAS THINKING OF THIS BIKE OR GETTING THE DUCATI 821 - I'M CURIOUS AS TO YOUR THOUGHTS...?

[@alfredschnozzenstein1657]

Hey guys, so, I have never had a bike, and I'm 28 years old, and wanted to know if this bike would be good for a starter bike? I have heard people say that the MT-07 is perfect, but I really like the way this model looks. I actually like the MT-10, but I think that is too advance. I could be wrong, but any suggestions or advice, I am open to it.

[@aidenfindley8918]

Trying to decide between mt09 and mt07

[@motorradingaround1220]

Always mt09 because you will get tired of 07 after you learn how to ride where 09 you won’t grow tired of for years it’s the perfect bike from beginning to experienced rider

[@R7LDN]

Nice video man!!

[@DukeOfDC]

Thank you 🙏

[@Hapfletcher]

Crap...................I live in the Philippines and the MT-09 is $11,178. makes me wish I was back in the USA. But the nice thing about the Philippines is..There is No road laws. I have passed cops on the hwy at 120 mph. They do nothing......carve up the mountain roads and they do nothing..

[@davidfleet]

I'm seriously considering one when I'm back in the Philippines next month. Have you seen how much they are charging for a KTM Duke 790 over there? 799k pesos 🙄.

[@gorillaninja78]

My dream bike now I just need money!! 😍

[@DukeOfDC]

Save dat money!

[@thasherm]

It's funny I was searching MT-09 videos on here and came across this and within a few minutes I was like wait...I know those roads! Gotta love NoVa haha.

[@DukeOfDC]

Hey!! Locals represent!

[@simrantoor85]

Same! I’m moving back to NoVa from Alaska at the end of the summer and looking to buy one of the MT series bike as a daily.

[@HeartsRain]

Hi, I thought in the US you guys call it the FZ09 instead?

[@DukeOfDC]

We did, for years. Then, one day.... Yamaha was just like, "naahhh, swerve" and now we call it the MT as well.

[@HeartsRain]

DukeOfDC ahh i see. Nice. Master of torque

[@warrenseiboth3466]

@@DukeOfDC Mt sounds better , Master Torque

[@cjschmitt4882]

Wait...were you 100% throttle? Because you didn't go anywhere and I'm looking at picking this bike up this week!?!?!?!?!

[@DukeOfDC]

No, almost never. I’d say I was at most 90% throttle in some of the acceleration moments. That being said I was told to keep the RPMs a little lower since it’s in break-in period

[@cjschmitt4882]

@@DukeOfDC OK, ya, I realized after watching again that you weren't pinging the limiter. Thanks for the quick reply!!! Happy safe riding!

[@DukeOfDC]

No worries brother! Safe riding to you as well.

[@madsoothsayer]

Haha. That protruding clutch case has kept me from buying one. And the flat ugly seat... I'm still intrigued though 😊

[@DmitriyPanasyuk]

Dumbest reason not to buy the bike .

[@madsoothsayer]

@@DmitriyPanasyuk No, the dumbest reason is to buy this bike with all its other flaws. I'll keep my SuperDuke.

[@gmbmedia28]

XSR900 next please.

[@thehakimies1]

u dont use the quickshifter?

[@DukeOfDC]

I don’t believe the MT-09 has one. The MT-10 does though!

[@carlospiceyweiner100]

@@DukeOfDC that's weird the Aussie mt09 (newer models) come with a quickshifter.

[@HeartsRain]

CarlospiceyWeiner Singapore’s newer model has quick shifter too

[@9tbiker455]

Please Test the bmw f850GS Adventure

[@DukeOfDC]

Okay :)

[@DmitriyPanasyuk]

I honestly thought that was your accent at first lol

[@thounajamporimol7914]

Wow MT 09

[@kirkcurran5242]

Why’d they change from fz to mt?... 🤷🏻‍♂️ much confusing

[@DukeOfDC]

I know right?! I'm over here editing myself say FZ by accident like 40 million times.

[@simrantoor85]

Because it’s called the MT everywhere else in the world. It was only called the FZ here in the US. They wanted it to be the same everywhere.

[@Lowcruzr24]

Uhh... Where was the "review" part of this review??

[@DukeOfDC]

I spoke objectively about specs and features and gave my opinion on different aspects of the ride. Is that not a review?

[@Antmanmoto]

DukeOfDC doesn’t this get exhausting lol

[@Lowcruzr24]

DukeOfDC Great reviews really entail discussions about aspects of the bike; visually (a walk around), qualitatively (the ride experience), and quantitatively (the numbers people come to reviews for). I would have thought you'd mention more than just the crossplane crank, the fact it is a powerful three cylinder (847cc btw), adj. suspension, and that it's super windy. Oh, and the touchy throttle. (You probably had it in B mode which IS super twitchy.) You didn't mention the adj. ride modes (hence your experience with the super touchy throttle), adj. traction control, abs, slipper clutch, LED lights, 3D taillight design, ride-by-wire, HP/tq rating, wet weight, seat height, fuel capacity, the boatload of available accessories, etc. Visually, most reviews have good walk-arounds and point out design features, the dash layout, exhaust system, lighting, etc. Sorry I was negative in my first post. I just think a 30 sec flip through the online brochure before hopping on it could make your vids much more informative, and thus, more like button hits!

[@shoei07]

Mt 09 is crazy fast!

[@DukeOfDC]

Seriously quick

[@JBZOOKJB74]

@@DukeOfDC Did your bike not have the quick shifter. My Australian version does and its so much better than that clutch shifting gizmo.

[@celzolsen8988]

@@JBZOOKJB74 I heard the US version does not get a quickshifter.

[@seb42]

- Puts it in A mode - Complains about jerky throttle wut

[@DukeOfDC]

I put it back in standard mode though. I was only in A mode for like 10 seconds. The throttle was just a little jerky, not a deal breaker though. I still loved the bike.

[@kevinhovanec6996]

What is with that horrible music dude? Completely ruined your vision.

[@DukeOfDC]

Kevin Hovanec appreciate it mate, cheers

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

I have to two very serious things to ask you. Right now I started following you. First thing: In the past I had 50cc, 125cc, 180cc, 200cc and 500cc and I am 37 years old, having a licence for 20 years now. I really like the MTO9, the style, engine and everything ... What bothers me is the suspension and riding with a pillion (girlfrined). I am not a harsch rider and I would like to know, if this bike (i think of the 2019 model) would be suitable for me, as I am 100kg (186cm tall, if think this is OK) and my girlfriend is 60 (164 cm tall). The max load of the bike is something like 180kg? If riding with a pillion someone should adjust the preload of the rear suspenison? In doing so, this bike should be OK? In keeping it adjusted for two up, it would be also OK for a single rider? And the last thing. Some people say that this bike (model 2019 and even Tracer 900) is gonna power wheelie in all modes except B. If I would buy this bike, I would have it most of the time in STD, with TC 2 or 1, but I am a bit afraid of wheelies and not the power of the bike. I think that you can control the power in your head, but if the bike is gonna wheelie in almost every gear even with TC on, than only God can help us. :))) Thanks for your answer. Also thanks to all of you that are willing to answer my questions.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

I have to two very serious things to ask you. Right now I started following you. First thing: In the past I had 50cc, 125cc, 180cc, 200cc and 500cc and I am 37 years old, having a licence for 20 years now. I really like the MTO9, the style, engine and everything ... What bothers me is the suspension and riding with a pillion (girlfrined). I am not a harsch rider and I would like to know, if this bike (i think of the 2019 model) would be suitable for me, as I am 100kg (186cm tall, if think this is OK) and my girlfriend is 60 (164 cm tall). The max load of the bike is something like 180kg? If riding with a pillion someone should adjust the preload of the rear suspenison? In doing so, this bike should be OK? In keeping it adjusted for two up, it would be also OK for a single rider? And the last thing. Some people say that this bike (model 2019 and even Tracer 900) is gonna power wheelie in all modes except B. If I would buy this bike, I would have it most of the time in STD, with TC 2 or 1, but I am a bit afraid of wheelies and not the power of the bike. I think that you can control the power in your head, but if the bike is gonna wheelie in almost every gear even with TC on, than only God can help us. :))) Thanks for your answer. Also thanks to all of you that are willing to answer my questions.