2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Review - Is it worth the extra £1700?

[@keithswales1981]

Hi, I had all previous generations from 2014 up to this one, including a gen 2 and gen 3 SP. I got the gen 4 SP 3 weeks ago, and it's definitely the best of the crop. SP on any yamaha model stands for " sports production '" Keep up the good work on the channel , and hopefully, see you again at next year's ABR 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Looking forward to it already!

[@v8will]

Love what Yamaha is doing right now. Recently picked up a Tracer 9 GT+ and its great

[@ianlevin954]

I've had my Tracer 9GT+ since March....absolutely all round great bike

[@Darnell-e3y]

Ive been riding a 2021 MT 09 for the last 3 years. I zip around town with a smile on my face. It makes my heart rev when I open the throttle. It makes me feel alive. Only request is Id like additional color options as black feels boring sometimes, and turquoise doesn't match my appearance. Anyway, Thanks Yamaha keep it up ❤

[@devilmaycry383]

I decided to go for the 2024 MT-09 SP over the XSR 900GP. It will be arriving on August 12th, so i will be part exchanging my gen 1 MT-07.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good choice IMO - I think you're far more likely to ride the MT09 than the XSR-GP - though both brilliant bikes...congrats!

[@AllyRowe]

Mine is arriving on the 13th. Maybe 12th too. Wigan Yamaha.

[@mariuspike]

I have a 2013 SpeedTriple SE, and man, that engine just put a smile on my face every time i m on it (this is how i know i have the right bike for me). Love triple engines.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it's time I got a triple in my life again!

[@hellothere4342]

I love that Yamaha has finally fitted nice brakes to it. My old R1M certainly didn't come with Brembo. I know looks are subjective but if it's a great bike you'd be silly to ignore it simply on looks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I do agree, but a large part of Bike ownership is around enjoying the looks, at least it is for me, and although the Bike is not a stunner I could now at least live with the looks of it. But of course a totally subjective point.

[@hellothere4342]

@TheMissendenFlyer I tend to agree, I ride a Superduke and that thing is ugly but everytime I'm on it. I get the biggest giggles. After 3 SDR I still think it's ugly and I'm about to buy my forth. It certainly looks better than before and I get a feeling that their XSR version will look great.

[@wernerxldata]

But although it has stylemas it still doesn’t feel like the street triple or 890r brakes.Those have bigger discs and steel brake lines. Would have expected them to use steel brake lines on an sp model. But… it is a super nice bike to ride, the engine is lovely, I do like the punch of the Duke 890r but the CP3 comes really close and is a lot smoother at lower rpm’s. In means of looks, would have liked other color schemes, more a fan of the black normal mt09. But it looks a lot better in real life than on pictures or videos. I ride a street triple rs at the moment, it sure looks better imho, but still switching to an mt09 next year. Love the riding position, more plush suspension and the torque. KTM is my favorite but not happy with the reliability of the 790/890 platform, not sure if that’s fixed on the 990 dukes, and there’s no R version at the moment.

[@hellothere4342]

@@wernerxldata i thought that was a little weird too. I've also got a CF Moto 700CLX Sports. It also has Stylema,Brembo Radial MC and braided steel lines. Pretty much same as my Aprilia Tuono and KTM SDR. Overall bike I still think the RS especially in that yellow is still benchmark middle weight naked.

[@wernerxldata]

@@hellothere4342 Yeah the RS is really nice, but the seating position is a bit more sporty, as I'm also doing longer trips now I prefer the MT09 SP, and it's easier to mount some luggage. But you can't go wrong with most of these bikes. Love the CF Moto's as well, insane what you get for the price.

[@lukevincent4397]

Your channel is so good that even if I am not interested in the bike you ar reviewing, I watch it anyway. Nice and balanced and you say what needs to be said. You are the GOLD STANDARD for bike reviews !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well I'm not sure about that but thank you very much for the very kind comment!

[@markstevens7442]

I'm 59 and only started riding 6 months ago. Currently riding a triumph trident but will get an mt09 sp or a 765rs when I get my full license next year.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cool!

[@markstevens7442]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Just out of interest, which bike would you recommend? And greetings from New Zealand 😊

[@Dius765RS]

@@markstevens7442 765RS is more Premium. Both looks an in feel.

[@celzolsen8988]

@@Dius765RS 765 also requires you to pay for a software update to unlock cruise control. fuck them

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

@@markstevens7442The Triumph is more track bike, & MT-09 is better for street bike & cost less.

[@markstaley5922]

Big praise coming from someone who rides a lot of different bikes that speaks volumes about the mt 09 sp brilliant summary of a great bike 👍

[@Danfield1981]

I've been a long time viewer of this channel. I recently decided to start my 2 wheel adventure. I just bought a 2005 Honda NSS250. It been a blast , I look for chances to get out and ride it all the time. keep up the great videos.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That is awesome!

[@garyhope0103]

Yet another great review of a more than capable motorbike. As you often say, there are very few 'bad' bikes these days. Absolutely love the blue wheels, I'd say those alone would take your mind off any other doubts of it's looks. Thank you once again Mr Flyer.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

XSR900 GP is my treat, on order for 2024. Tested this for a side by side comparison and it simply came down to curb side appeal and which one I’d enjoy more each time I looked and then rode it. I also preferred the rider position and the slightly longer swing arm.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it was the XSR900GP I was struggling to remember the name of - lovely to look at as you say but I found it very uncomfortable on all but the shortest rides - hope you get on with it and congratulations!

[@HellRyder18]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I just get the feeling that those things will sell like hot cakes! curious to see sales numbers at end of the year.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks Andy. As a 50 year old who began riding motorbikes at 6, then raced dirt bikes as a teenager who then progressed to road racing starting out in the Australian 250 cc production series all the way up to our Superbike series inclusive of WSB at my home track being Phillip Island in both 95 and 96 I actually find the position of the GP to actually be relaxed and the MT-09 still a little bit too upright for my liking. Especially as I’m above average in height at 6’2. I’ve heard several riders that are somewhat vertically challenged still find the GP a bit extreme however it all really comes down to what you’ve been conditioned to ride and muscle memory as I like to know what the front wheel is doing to provide a better level of confidence. Sitting upright simply doesn’t provide this on any bike to the same degree regardless of brand. I do also own an Africa Twin for any extended riding plans. Along with a track only GSXR-1000 just to keep as sharp as possible. It all comes down to personal preferences. The MT-09 SP is a great bike hence why I did a back to back comparison.

[@HaggisPower]

@@marcusgeorge1825 Agreed. I have a std 2023 XSR900 and I've lowered the bar and raised the seat to try and reduce the windsock effect, and it's much better now. GP is even more engaging.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

@@HaggisPower I’m 6’3” and found the reach to the bars as perfectly placed and not upright like the MT-09. After 40 something years of riding with a Sportbike background it also has less weight on your hands and with the screen it still enables clean air to hit you from chest up which reduces the weight on the clip ons with cruise control activated. Yet still offers much more front end confidence and feedback than the riding position of the MT-09. For giggles I also tested the Tracer 9 GT. That screen is the worst I’ve experienced and it’s just too upright for my riding style.

[@CFC_44]

This will be my next bike, love it!

[@petersean777]

Great review as always had the last SP a few years ago had a test ride on the standard 24 model and ordered the 24 SP straight away just makes you smile all the time 👍

[@MsChrisep]

I test rode the gen 3 sp and the gen 4 standard bike a month or 2 ago. I already owned a gen 2 sp. I ordered the gen 4sp and it arrived last week. Im glad i spent the extra for the sp. Will i make full use of all the extra features? Probably not but i dont care. Its a brilliant bike. Its a much improved bike from my gen 2 sp in every way. I made the right choice.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations - and I think you did!

[@hiddendragon415]

I have a Gen 3 09SP and the CP3, quick shifter and frame is such a great package.

[@wattie1050]

Nice bike TMF , always loved a triple engine myself, I see you enjoyed it there .👍 the 360 cam looks great nice clarity 👍 been back viewing your older clips on the speed twin as ordered one so the 701 is traded in looking for more comfort and distance covering .cheers 😁

[@Paul-zu7ll]

So will we be seeing one in the garage, soon! Good looking bike.

[@Dius765RS]

I am a Triumph fan boy, I own a 765RS. That said this NEW MT-09 SP....... Finally with Brembo's is a big deal. It is now very much a contender for my next bike along with the KTM 990.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review & it is indeed a great bike but also not silly money. I think lots of people will have as their bike of the year too or at least in the running.

[@TheSweetasanut]

Hi Andy I have owned both and the original what a bike unreal does everything and rapid as you like . Track day weapon the original before they sorted the feeling just tried to throw me off on corners kept you sharp. 😀

[@matthewcoleman8267]

Car Vertical gets everywhere! However, when the adverts are done like this I don't mind it quite so much 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to hear that!

[@oldrob5773]

I've had 4 MT-09s (2 Standard, 2 SP) and think they're fantastic bikes. I've not ridden the 2024 version in either form but previous versions of the SP had firmer suspension than the Standard and would be my preference only if I went on Track days. If you don't do those, like me, the Standard is fine but the spanner in the works now is the Brembo brakes which I'm sure are fantastic and could be worth the extra alone.

[@davefisher784]

I wanted the 2024 MT-09 but was priced out by insurance. Ridiculous quotes. Ended up with the 2021 Tracer 9, on a 24 plate! Cheaper insurance, mostly the same bike ❤❤❤

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes another cracking machine - I just had the Tracer 9 GT pklus for a couple of weeks - loved it....

[@RebeccaFrench-m6g]

Great review, as always. Really enjoy your channel. You clearly enjoyed the performance of the cp3 motor. Looks are, I agree, a bit marmite. Which would you choose between the Mt09 sp or the Ducati monster sp…?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Ducati for me - can’t explain why, just a Ducati thing I think…..

[@JSProjectWild]

Great job sir. Always loved that intake tone.

[@antoniojmols]

Fantastic bike and as always, a great review!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Many thanks!

[@barrydaly7174]

Thank goodness for this bit of light relief, a real palate cleanser from the bitterness around at the minute, thanks, a nice lift in mood. Oh and Thanks' for not using the word "Hooligan" to describe this bike 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Barry.....

[@joek81981]

Nicccce! You rarely hear a good "aplomb". Thee thing I look at in bikes now is the brakes. They're so, so important. If they offer a better brake option, I do it, damn the cost. If I was interested in getting into the mt-0x gang, I'd have the better-brakes one. The suspension I'm not good enough to notice, but the brakes? Every single ride I get on those harder than I ever push the forks and shock.

[@YrnehLrak]

You actually told us where the ad ends........ Huge creds

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm trying to make the very few in video adverts I make as painless as possible. Although sadly it's not worked across the board.....

[@jasonwood6100]

As far as I know SP means Sport Production. Great Video Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Told you it was controversial!

[@luddite6239]

I've owned singles, twins, (two- and four-stroke), triples and fours, (inline and v-four), and I have to say, to my ears, the glorious sound of a triple is the best of the bunch, (and that's coming from a v-twin owner!)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they don't 'arf sound good don't they....

[@SoDakTwisties]

I'm really leaning toward this being my 2nd bike in a couple of years. Just bought a new R1250RT this spring, and it's actually quite a good all-arounder. I may not be able to justify a second bike when I do a pros/cons list because the BMW is so good, but having owned an FJ-09 (Tracer) a few years ago, I know how good that CP3 platform is and I do miss it sometimes.

[@robbee8019]

Great review xxx

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@n22pdf]

Looks so much better than the older models very nice.. great review dude 😊 👍👍🏍️Pete

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you!

[@MADTASS]

" Stuck Behind Two Vans", Crikey, Here in Cornwall You'd have Trouble Keeping Up With Them,😁😁

[@banditman1200s]

Prefer the 765rs but I’m a triumph man

[@mick4715-j7d]

Great bike and now they've sorted the brakes it's even better. This will fly off the forecourts.

[@a13bkd62]

Great review as usual but it looks like a pain to keep clean which I suppose is true for all naked machines. Cheers

[@jonathanfurneaux1973]

Fantastic 8k, my bike of 2024 as well ❤

[@ianedwards26]

i watch your reviews to get a honest reviews and size wise i am only 5 foot 5 tall so i am nearish you ,this is probbably the new bike im going to get ,,good on yer

[@Fishing8136]

I always thought “SP’ is Sport Performance😎🇨🇦…..great vid

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

I keep thinking I'd like to get one of the Yamaha CP3 motors. Therefore, I'm glad to see your review. Have a nice week and please like always keep the shiny side up. 😎

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks, you too!

[@davelawrence594]

Absolutely love the new MT09 Especially the SP but I'm not sure about the black colour scheme? Nice little first ride video TMF!!😊

[@lateralus9244]

I've ridden both the 2024 Street Triple RS and the 2023 version of the MT-09, and the MT-09 has noticeably more get-up-and-go. This is likely because of the sizable torque difference. It's possible that the Street would out perform it a little bit better at the upper end of the rev range but in any case, almost all riding includes low, mid, and upper mid range rpms. Therefore, in most situations, the MT-09 would be quicker and faster and would definitely be faster with a passenger or loaded up with more weight, like gear and tank and saddle bags.

[@duanestiles4821]

Special performance package is what I wanted to say Mr flyer and tell Mrs flyer she has made a great choice on her new Kawasaki

[@bmonkey86]

Love the video. Wonderedhow the mt09 sp compared with your kawasaki z900rs se?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Very different bikes....both great!

[@johnalbone3372]

😅Nice bike love the blue wheels and Ohlins not so much the tiny petrol tank capacity but at that price for a middle weight naked not my bike of the year that would be the Triumph Speed 400 in Blue Another bike with Blue wheels and Ohlins the Aprilia Mille Edwards Rep You didn't mention your pet hate the rubber bands on the handle bars😂 I'm fitting Weiser Technik modules and a Denali D6 LED brake running light to my R1300GS to sort out the rear lights or lack of today Thanks for the review J

[@MsDenver2]

I still like the Honda 1000r not so much electronics but corners fantastic. Although I have to say I wish more bikes had lovely coloured wheels like the Yamaha, that blue is gorgeous? Hope Carole is getting on good with her 650? 😊👍🏍️

[@petegorillo6254]

Thanks for a good review as usual. I think it’s worth the extra money over standard. The SP will allow you to exploit the full fruits of the engine. Imagine the hassle if you have standard and then decided to upgrade the brakes & suspension to the same spec as SP? I haven’t calculated but guessing it’ll be more than £1700 to upgrade.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Exactly right - in that context it is good value....

[@davidnunnerley9084]

Both versions great bikes. I think I would stick to the standard one as the difference for me would not be worth it. However I would prefer the xsr 900 over both due mainly to aesthetics and colour options. New camera is very good but also slightly weird view. Something to get use to.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm in the experimenting phase!

[@davidz8]

A great review, it seems it is worth spending the extra money to get the SP version. I am interested what you think of the footage from your new camera, it was great to see you on the bike as well the helmet view. Good to see Rod Stewart making a guest appearance.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hehe - glad you liked that.....

[@GeorgeShepherd-c1l]

Hi Andy,just a quick question,how does this Yamaha compare to your Z900RS SE and which do you prefer.Thank you for your many videos most enjoyable.

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

MT-09 is lighter & fully loaded, Kaw is a lot heavier, very little options. Go test ride for yourself

[@ferkle1980]

Apples and staircases, they're not even in the same category. Both great in their own right.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

my pleasure - I actually find it similarly exciting - I prefer the RS though for looks, comfort and sound...but it is a bit more pricey

[@samhill3496]

Good vid, Ohlins and KYB forks are worth ut.

[@nicholasjarrold8649]

Morning Andy I think good choice for bike of the year I love them 09’s best of the three so I’m told I haven’t ridden any of them but I’m thinking of buying one towards end of year as a winter bike but obviously not when it’s icy and especially when the salt goes down it be locked up in the garage with my rocket and it’s got to be the SP hasn’t it for £12000 that’s not bad really I don’t think anyway ride safe bye for now

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Morning!

[@stevecade857]

Hmmm, £12k for the 24 MT09 SP. I got my Gen2 MT10 (non SP) for £12.5k and Yamaha were then throwing in £1k of accessories. Having ridden the XSR 900 I personally prefer the CP4 motor of the MT10. The MT10 rides and feels a little heavier but then it also doesn't feel as toy like to me. Besides, 10 is one more than 9 so it's got to be better. Try them both is all I can say.

[@MrScott_Bucks]

Excellent review as alway Sir Just update that bike list to the new Mrs Flyer bike lol 😊

[@GazBromley]

I love that bike, but i remember when 900s were fast, Fireblade, ZX-9r etc...maybe you should do a video on why 90s 900s were ballistic, have we gone soft?

[@WatermarquePaul]

Really nice bike TMF, would love a ride on one of those. New 360 quality is good but wobbles a bit on the outrigger, maybe a setting may fix that? Anyway, another good vid 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes experimentation required....

[@ClassicTrialsChannel]

Just the Ohlin shock will be around £1300 if you bought it yourself.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Exactly!

[@paultownsend3696]

Good honest initial review. What jeans were you wearing? I’m on my third pair and still can’t find any I find comfy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I was in my trusty PMY Deux jeans - see bikerheadz.co.uk for details

[@tedtheturbot]

That 360 camera was sticking out a fair way there, i'd have it within the width of my mirrors as a guide to how much room there is. Could make a right mess of someone's paintwork.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes - I am of course careful.....

[@zergothikaify]

If you can do a comparison of this and KTM 990, that would be great. Time to move on from my STR 2013. 😊😊😊

[@dankorolyk5917]

Great perspective

[@hamids4550]

😂 love the mustache and glasses

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Delighted to hear that!

[@davidharrington1133]

That car check thing is excellent.

[@aps-pictures9335]

Bet that tash and wig brought you back to your youth 😉😂 (all in good fun). Still would be too tempted by the MT-10, but I’m a bit spoilt by too much bhp. ‘Bike of the year’ surprised me!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm in my youth!!!

[@brucekendall52]

I've yet to hear a bad word about this bike.Cheers.

[@johnterry804]

Great bike! Good video 👍

[@iainf6]

Where did you get that actor from on your advert 😂😂😂😂..... Brilliant Andy 👍👏👏👏👏🫂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Iain!

[@TristanGreaves]

Thanks for the video! I’m wondering what mount you are using for the Insta360 - please can you share?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Just a motorcycle handlebar mount I got from eBay

[@justmesky]

Amazing reviews as always. Can you please tell me which insta360 you bought and what was the pack you chose (accessories). Thanks!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's the Insta 360 X4 with the motorcycling pack (plus I already had some accesories from the two X3's and original insta 360 I bought)....

[@justmesky]

Thanks a lot. Any other accessories that you recommend for the insta360? Like those you say you have from the x3

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not really - maybe a spare battery, that's about it.....

[@specialcircs]

Funny how subjective bike looks are - I dislike pretty much everything about this bike personally - but there's no denying the CP3 is a great motor. Not a bike I thought you'd love, but great to see you out on it. IMO it can't hold a candle to the Striple RS, build quality is so much better on the Triumph.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough if you prefer the Street Triple (it is a fantastic bike), but I wouldn’t say the quality of the Triumph is any better than the Yamaha personally.

[@oliverwhitby4778]

I agree tmf - i dont have either of those bikes but previous experience for me implies yamaha reliability/build quality is better than truimph.

[@splodge57]

I think the Triumph attention to detail and styling is much better.

[@StuartWren-qb3vx]

Hey tmf. Great real world review as always. What’s your thoughts on the touring ability? I know it’s not a touring bike per se. Do you think you could throw a screen and luggage on it and head to the alps? Great work, ✌️

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes defo - it's a comfy ride, some throw over bags and away you go!

[@StuartWren-qb3vx]

Thank you. My dad and I for years have toured on our Fireblade’s, and we are looking for more comfort. Neither of us are ADV fans (and have short legs lol) so dads looking at this MT09sp and I’m going for a 10sp - esp after watch Tim Rodie touring on one - a great watch. Thanks again

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I'm a subscriber of Tim's - great channel....

[@marksimpson5218]

I know Shad do a full pannier/ top box system for the mt10 so I can’t see why not.

[@Ostrius]

Bike looks great, love the keyless but I think I still prefer my street triple RS. My question is about the rear footrests, they look extremely close to the back of your boot, if there was a pillion do you think their foot would foul on yours?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I thought exactly the same!! Mind you who'd want to be a pillion on the back of one of these!

[@Platoon01979]

I don’t like the keyless ignition… I like the key option always! Especially when I read on Reddit the guy with speed triple his keyless didn’t work … he couldn’t start the bike up! He waited month until the fixed the keyless!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I must admit I think it's a feature no one was asking for (except in a few cases like large touring bikes with central locking panniers etc)

[@MichaelPhillips-wf9nc]

Beautiful looking bike Andy 😎😎😎😎👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm not sure I would go as far as saying Beautiful but I could live with it now....defo an improvement over last year's model.

[@guzziman]

There is one SP for sale in the US right now, impossible to find them, teh regular version is available

[@BlackdogADV]

I’m 75 and I’m considering the XSR900. I can get one for $10,000 which seems like a bargain after owning BMWs, Ducatis and KTM s for years.

[@jimzenglish1]

The only bike I would rate higher is the XSR900GP but it is the same engine! 😁

[@MotoTourIreland]

The sound of a triple...👌

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

I quite miss the music: 🎼Hey kids it's the Missenden Flyer🎼

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're the first to mention it - I'm so glad you noticed! It's not gone forever if popular demand wants it back (I had quite a lot of people say they didn't like it).....

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes, I met someone once who didn't like The Carpenters. We live in a strange world....

[@andrewstorm8240]

Looks great

[@reddpill]

Took this out for a ride last week and found everything about the SP "cramped" in terms of the riding position and the bars too narrow, compared to my 24 Triumph ST RS. But that engine is something else. It'll be a tough decision for some between the two.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it is a tough call....

[@splodge57]

Good review of what sounds a great bike but I never like the looks of most Yamaha's. Untidy engine, awkward lines and that exhaust would be ok if hidden under a car.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough!

[@Gixxes010]

Which bike would you buy between the regular 09, GSXS750 (4cylinder), street Tripple R?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Street Triple

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Nice bike, not for me at my age and I'm also in the more is less camp. I know your Kawasaki is more expensive but to me worth that little bit extra and it's got the looks to die for.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah I'm with you on that.....

[@marksimpson5218]

Give me the MT09 motor any day. I always find inline fours bland.

[@Pseudo_Placebo]

Why doesn't Yamaha take a look at BMW to see how they really build displays?

[@wernerxldata]

@@Pseudo_Placebo You’re right but it isn’t terrible. My street triples dash is worse, however I don’t pay a lot of attention to it. The rpm view is horrible but it’s easy to focus more on just the sound.

[@xfactor5876]

Interesting. I am really struggling with the looks of the SP. I went back to the standard MT-09 review and I found the looks of that bike acceptable. But for some reason this color scheme accentuates the notchy parts of the bike and I really dont like it. I thought maybe there were some differences in the cowl pieces, but in looking back at the standard, the pieces all look to be similar or the same. Funny how much difference a paint job can make.

[@javiergutierrez8880]

Yes

[@docmarten8382]

None too keen on the blue wheels, or the TFT, that aside it does seem to be a peach. Are you using the OA4 also on this video? As the quality of both forward and 360 are excellent.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I am - for non-360 stuff I now exclusively use the OA4

[@05gt99]

Hi Andy, if you had to choose between this or your z900rs which would you choose? . Only comment on the new camera was the angle showed a lot of views your posterior so would prefer if it was in a different position 😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair point on the bum shots - will limit those in future. And I've grown to love my Z900RS since I put the new headers on it - I'd still take the RS over the SP......(also I LOVE the looks of the big Kwak, where as the MT09 is just OK).....

[@soulrebelno1]

Andy, can you use the quick-shifter at low speeds around town, what gears and what speed? I want to change my bike next year, and I've always wanted an Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory, but there are a lot of downsides to owning that bike. It's a beautiful bike, but the quick-shifter doesn't work below about 4500rpm, fuel economy is very bad, insurance and servicing are high, etc... But, then, Yamaha go and bring this bike out, and I just can't ignore it, and, let's face it, it does make a lot more sense for the road. 😁

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes you can….

[@soulrebelno1]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Cheers Andy, it's just a pity you couldn't spend more time with the bike. It's fantastic that you can actually use the quickshifter in second gear around town, unlike Yamaha's previous models. I also like the fact that the bars and pegs are both two-position adjustable, so great for taller riders. It's definitely looking favourite to be my next motorcycle. There's always a distinct lack of information on quickshifters and cruise controls. It would be great to know what speeds they work at, and are there any downsides, such as, is the quickshifter clunky, or can you use the cruise control in a 20mph zone, for instance. Another one is the bike's MCIA secured rating, for insurance purposes. It looks like Yamaha have finally ironed out the problems with the MT-09, plus it's a decent price for all that kit, overall, what a great bike. 👍

[@csposir]

So the closest competitor to the targeted performance envelope of the MT09 SP is Triumph’s 765RS, the knock on the Triumph units are the gear ratios are too low overall and more problematic the ratios are very close, and is more an optimization typically chosen to give a power delivery suitable for track use applications rather than what is ideal for use in conventional street riding temperament. Is Yamaha’s gearing choice as “busy” as that of the Triumph 765 machines?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not that I recall….

[@DaveBoothroyd-ej5in]

If you look around you can find a 2023 new SP for £10K now. Any thoughts from your own experience on this years changes - I believe the ergonomics are a bit different - a bit less sit up and beg, more tucked this year.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I also prefer the new front end....

[@grantbensley4953]

SP usually stands for “Sports Production”. Close enough.

[@zenrising3314]

If you took the colours gold, grey, black and blue and used them to create a colour palette (or worse still for the MT-10, black, dark red and aqua), it would be a hodge podge ugly mess. Yet some of these bike makers for some reason think it's going make bikes look good. I reckon they should go back to pen and paper before they throw their random buckets of colours at their bikes. Just my opinion. But I guess folks must like them if they're buying them.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think it works (but take your general point!)

[@stevedavies-pp7dp]

I didn’t buy the MT10 because no pillion handles and I see Yamaha continue the theme with this too 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@paulfowler7618]

This is probably a better road bike than the street triple RS but it doesn't look as good sadly. It looks better than it did though. One thing i noticed on this and other reviews is the dash looks a lot like the STRS dash that no one likes with the weird rev counter. Can this be changed as its not like this on the none SP version?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I believe it can.....but don't bet the farm on it as I'm not 100% sure

[@Steve-qw2el]

There’s 3 option I believe.

[@amococ2487]

Yes, it's got 4 different styles to choose from

[@SS-ck3ew]

For a modern STANDARD (I loathe the sophomoric term "naked bike"!) 🙂 this Yamaha MT-09SP is actually kinda-sorta nice looking. I would rather have a round headlight but that's it. Oh, WAIT! The "urine cup" brake fluid reservoir on the bars is an eyesore. Now, that's it. Given my physical handicap, there is no way I could fold up and fit on one of these but that doesn't mean the rest of the Free World can't do so and enjoy all that this motorbike has to offer. Have you got an idea of what real world MPG might be. A few years back a friend was about to buy a used/ earlier version of the Yamaha MT-10(?) and when he find out the average MPG he pulled out of the deal. He said it was in the high 20s and there was no way he was buying something that got worse fuel economy than many cars, performance be damned! Thanks so much for this review, sir! SS in commiefornia, USA.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's considerably more efficient than the MT-10!

[@richiektm]

Two things that I've noticed straightaway horrible triumph style Speedo and the seat is creased quite badly on a new bike

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes not sure what was going onb with that seat....