FZ/MT09 Long Term Review + Mod List

Reviewing my 2014 FZ09 that is completely changed from stock. Been a great bike and super reliable, never worried about getting stranded on this thing!
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[@TR5T]

I've had mine for 4 years, without a doubt this truly is the most exciting bike I've ever owned out of all 60 and over 57 years of riding. I have the FZ07, a 1200 Thruxton, BMW F800R and NC700X. being old weight plays a major part in my choice of bikes. I liked the Street Triple, they did have an occasional problem but value for money, bang for the buck the 09 is hands down superb. I do not "mod" any of my bikes, experience has taught me to leave it as it can in the box. This bike is brilliant all around.

[@singsovanneth8616]

What has happened when you "modded" the bikes?

[@speedbird8987]

I got a Black Widow exhaust last year for my FZ09. I bought it directly off their website. Great exhaust and super cheap - whole system for the same cost as a slip on.

[@barryroberts2474]

Your mods are awesome. You've turned "ordinary' looking bike into a great custom job. I have a mostly stock MT10 but have ridden an MT09. Both extreme fun bikes. Some have bagged the 09 for the things you have fixed. You've shown a good head doing this. Enjoyment doesn't only come with riding. Enjoying your bikes looks and making it your own is supercool. Nice job. Oh and the front cowl works for me.

[@GhostRider-ms1ep]

I THINK U MADE UR BIKE AS BEAUTIFUL AS IT CAN GET. SPECIALLY THE RED AND WHITE CONTRAST, TAIL AND SILENCER. GOOD JOB. THE BEST MT 09 I'VE EVER SEEN.

[@collingoode4321]

WHY ARE YOU YELLING lol

[@newfinishautospa]

You need a tune for that thing. Makes a world of difference. Also, you won’t risk burning up your valves with a lean air fuel mixture with that exhaust.

[@keithquinn5624]

Had exact same bike modded too, 32,000k no problems. Most fun street bike ever. No assist garbage too traction control, abs…. Real bike.

[@photographer-x]

I put my MT09 up for sale a few months ago without much luck to sell, The only reason im selling is that I plan to move overseas. I ride my Dads 2000 BMW RT on occasion (and because backpacking with my gf is easier), however I will never get over the triple cyl sound. Termigoni best exhaust. Now Im thinking of just keeping it in the shed when Im back in the country. Mine has upgraded suspension when i bought it, and if I really wanted to throw more money at it, i would forsure invest in adjustable foot pegs, sportier handlebars and if i had some money laying around Id probably throw a deep space wrap on the tank. Great bike, great power. Nice video!

[@ajmassey9]

Damn I love this bike. I can't wait to get into one. The price for the performance is unbeatable

[@ShakeNBlake509]

2 videos in 2 weeks! Some may even call that a schedule!!

[@tyrell285]

i cant agree more out of every bike ive owned, my MT09 has been the most fun,i love it to bits added a rapid unit for the fueling and a shifter and its been insane.....great vid keep it up

[@Matt-ix6ne]

Nice looking FZ! I agree with a lot of your points but I have to disagree with you on the suspension and brakes. While the FZ was not designed to be a track machine you can still rip it stock, a lot of people dump thousands of dollars into it with the mindset to fix a inferior suspension and hardly ride their bike. Unless you drag knee on every corner I don't think the stock suspension is "trash" and needs thousands of dollars spent, it's very capable if you have experience. But hey to each their own! Ride safe

[@ShakeNBlake509]

I don't know man. I purchased my bike already having aftermarket suspension on it and it has been a world of difference. I've also never been to a track day on it. But I have ridden quite a few stock FZ09's. I do not feel confident with taking that bike around twisty's at all. I've let many FZ09 owners ride mine and they agree with me as well. Also, you can swap zx6r suspension in yours for way cheaper, worth a look. Have a good one.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

2018 MT-09 owner here. My 10th bike owned (from supersports to SV650 nakeds). Suspension is definitely trash. Chassis, engine, transmission, etc. is a great platform, suspension is trash. Switchgear, info display, seat/subframe isn't very good, but all that can be forgiven with proper setup. If you want to keep the machine for years, it's worth fixing the low points. If you plan to get rid of the bike soon, it's not worth fixing but please don't tell people that the OEM setup is "fine" because it's one of the worst on the market. No reason to avoid buying a new one, just something to consider when buying one.

[@Matt-ix6ne]

@@exothermal.sprocket I'll agree to disagree, I have also owned a lot of bikes over the years. Including a 14 FZ-09 for 3 years now. I'm not saying the bike has the best suspension out there. If the suspension was pure "trash" these bikes wouldn't sell. The FZ/MT has become one of Yamaha's best sellers and kicked off the demand for naked sport bikes. To each their own, if you want to drop 2k on suspension that's up to each individual and their needs. The FZ-09/ is plenty capable in stock form, it's way more capable than what most Joe's can push on the streets. You don't need to throw the suspension in the trash LOL. To say stop telling people that the suspension is fine is very ignorant. Best of luck to you, ride safe!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Outside of the 10 bikes I've owned, I've ridden over 50 others of all genres from various brands. Stock MT-09 suspension is trash. Trash spring rate, trash damping circuits, trashy control when underway. You can disagree if you like.

[@DMT09]

@@exothermal.sprocket the 17 and newer MT 09 has adjustable front and rear, so you either didn't set it up properly, or it wasn't a newer model.

[@g-moneyrides8341]

Case protectors Bro Case protectors. I got some DOPE T-Rex case protectors on my FZ 07

[@guillermoprietojr5564]

Man, I’ve had my 2015 since 2015 and I will never sell it. I love the bike, it’s just hands down the most easiest and fun bike all around. I had a GSXR 750 before this fz and of course was great. But this bike sits up right and is enjoyable.

[@BSWG_]

One day I'll make it over to Eastern WA! I have a GSXS 1000 and love it. A lot of my buds have the fz bikes. Keep up the videos man!

[@sailorcsmith5214]

Good video, im thinking of getting a MT09 for my next bike..Only 1 thing i find wrong with this video friend is you never ride a bike in shorts or tee shirts, you might think you will never come off, But you never know what is around the next corner, even if you have been down that road a 1000 times.

[@Mr2mellow]

riding where i grew up. not much has changed! im looking at getting one of these as my first street bike.

[@motorflip2695]

Sold my FZ09 after I've added my mods to the point I realized that I'm trying to turn it into a SS. Bought a CBR600RR instead. I miss the FZ though because it was fun.

[@ridingwithsam]

I went the other way haha, sold my cbr600rr for a 2018 MT09 (UK)

[@Austin-cn5xd]

ive got a cbr600rr and want the fz 09 lol I want the power down low and have something thats comfy

[@SprintlineR]

@@ridingwithsam sold my cbr600rr pc37 two weeks ago to buy a FZ/MT 09 (German guy here) :D

[@JohnHyland2]

Really good looking bike. Love the mods. Been looking into buying one of these. Thanks for the good ideas.

[@mohammadkamran5862]

Wow. Love your FZ bro. Looks super nice. I just picked up a 2014 before winter and I love it so much. Only rode it for a few days and it’s been put away for snow reasons. Itching to take it out soon. 😅

[@Tom_Svensen]

tires?! theyre the biggest mod :/ airfilter/sparkplugs and maybe talk about a tune if you got a new exhaust? i like it tho

[@bridger911]

Love it, wouldn't change it for a thing, most used words

[@stevenfortier6436]

Wind screen looks great, don't worry about the haters. Opinions are like assholes everybody has one.

[@protectork9831]

I love the stock handlebars , also put 2000 miles each month. Prior to this I had cbr1000rr

[@chaytonthesatan]

Same bro. Your the perfect person to ask if I should get FZ-09. Because I have CBR 1000 right now and I'm not very sure if fz is that powerful for canyons and harder riding

[@protectork9831]

@@chaytonthesatan fz09 will power wheelie in 1st and 2nd gear. I dont even ride it in A mode. If you plan to ride in canyons put it in B mode aka slow mode. A mode throttle response is abrupt, same goes for standard mode. Just for this fact cbr1000rr will be faster in canyons because that bike has smooth throttle response.

[@bryanthomas7117]

Yeah I bought my 2015 and 2015 and then I've almost put 30,000 miles on it and I've loved every single one of them best bike in the world

[@natepate6117]

Dude I love what you did with everything on your bike......everything

[@SaucyStunts]

Yooo is that the river road 😮😮 never thought I see a vlogger in Spokane 😬🫡🫡

[@admireinspire]

That white is so damn sick!!!

[@protectork9831]

I love the stock handlebar .

[@tammyforbes2101]

My favorite bike ever was the 2001 ninja ZX900RR it was the perfect mix of weight and power, and god it was fast, it would keep up or pull any liter bike, it came down to who ever got the jump, and now I’m looking for something comfortable that can match those numbers! I find myself wanting a Ninja 1000, or Suzuki GSXS1000F, I’m leaning towards the Suzuki myself, but the ninjas are every where! I buy a engine, and frame cause the rest I can fix or upgrade if need be, but I ain’t gonna replace a frame, or a engine so I want a big 4 cylinder liter bike to save for when everything is weak electric and no top speed, then we can just walk away from anything on the road and make our deliveries first! Or get away from danger whatever we will rule the road!

[@JamesWilson-lg7bx]

You can run engine ice in your radiator that will help also you can put a toggle switch to control your fan at all enable you to turn it on and off

[@SlingingLead]

Sweet bike. I like the white windscreen. I bet it's fun cleaning those wheels though.

[@andrewb1667]

Nice FZ! I love my '17 I picked up new back in the beginning of July.

[@mrdg1523]

I bought a 2006 R1 3 weeks ago and it gets damn hot fans kick in at 220. Next thing it's blown it's gaskit or a cylinder ring. Don't bother with them if you plan to be in traffic or any periods on and off.

[@BernardSolomon]

Beautiful looking motorcycle. Nice work my man. Ride safe.

[@zenmoto369]

Everywhere I read it says to get after 2017 since lot of issues were addressed and fixed at that year, what are you thoughts?

[@alexwotherspoon5630]

I think the screen looks sick with the white wheels man 👍 planning to trade In my MT 07 next year for the SP and mod from there 😉 I have the black widow on my MT 07 and it sounds awesome without the baffle 😂

[@r1zziiN]

hey man love the channel keep it up bro!! if I wasn't all the way in CT I would say we gotta ride some time haha take care man! keep the vids coming.

[@tonytone5462]

Where in CT are you from? Just curious, I live in florida now, but I was born and raised in New Britain.

[@jonholland581]

Man, I need to get me one of these! Solid video man. Have you had any major issues since this video?

[@yamkaw346]

If you love it so much why you only put 2k miles per year on it?

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Bob Saggot we can only ride 6 months out of the year here...

[@playrich4964]

New sub here and wanted to you get your opinion. I currently own a 2014 ZX14R and will probably get bashed for this but there is a good chance I will be trading it in on a new 2018 MT09 tomorrow. I have a test ride set up to see what this bike is all about. Now my reasoning is I am getting to the point where my age and miles I commute isn’t practical on a sport bike. I feel the FZ/MT will be or is the better choice. Thoughts?? Only negative I can think of is going to be buyers remorse wishing kept the 14. I feel the FZ/MT can just do everything around the city better/ better suited anyhow. Thanks man awesome vids.

[@billbaxter3800]

That bike is beautiful. Freaking love it. I want one.

[@pologuzman684]

You've been a great help great video keep up the great work

[@steven-fury]

the new street triple is the next bike i plan on getting also. Im just about to pick up the 2018 z900 this week, so kinda similiar to the mt09

[@marcustangent]

Nice work with the white wheels. Looks great.

[@dsavv]

Im at 6k miles on my 2016 fz09. Not one hiccup yet. also this was my first street bike - came from trail riding.

[@motomikeaz4417]

Your fz got me to your vlog man, I love it and agree with a lot you said. And you sold me on that Black Widow pipe. Use their site, low price and super fast shipping, like 3 days from UK! Yummy

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Thanks man! Hope you enjoy the sweet sound of that exhaust 🤤

[@rajindarsingh1417]

Really clean & beautiful 👍🏼

[@LastReplays]

I love the white windshield tbh mate

[@toy578]

hey i like the fly screen too , cleans up the finish

[@andyspencer7335]

Dope bike, love the mods.

[@swansmeister]

I love the plate placement and we do this also over here but if you have it cops pull you over on a daily

[@MrJulianbowden]

I don't care what anyone says about the mt07 .I personally think it's one of the fastest under 1 litre bikes ever made. Period .

[@DMT09]

Don't you mean MT 09?

[@joemac816]

Bought my "used" 2017 FZ-09 in Aug,2018 and I have only put on 200 miles so far ! LOL

[@n54nation]

What's your height and the specs on the bar? Width,rise,aweep

[@horneblendeandcamguy]

How did you get the mirror to clamp onto the handle bars there? I thought the handlebars are 22mm in diameter and bar-end clamps are 20mm inside diameter.

[@richardjustice1228]

Did you install the handlebar yourself? if so, did you do any trimming on the length? and how are you liking the riding position overall with them on?

[@indianmotozoid9427]

if you’re getting pro taper handlebar then you’ll have to trim the length will have to put threads on it by yourself.

[@bryanthomas7117]

Yeah my 2015 fz09's been my favorite bike out of all the bikes I've owned over the years. but it's time for a switch up... sure wish yamma would put the r1 engine in one. I'm really leaning on the mt10 but it's just not as pretty as the '09 or seem to be as flickable and fun to ride. Decisions decisions

[@Coorsive]

The MT-10 does have the R1 motor… what are you talking about?

[@PeanutButterPavement]

That's one sexy bike! Nice choice on the mods!

[@belislemathieu2061]

Where did you get those tank grips? I really like them!

[@Nobe616]

I own a 2017 fz09 and just like you can't really complain about what you get for the price you pay. Although one thing I absolutely hate about this bike is how uncomfortable that ironboard stock seat it comes with

[@dsavv]

I dont mind the seat at all, curious, height and weight? I'm 5'11" 145

[@Nobe616]

@@dsavv 5'8" 200 it's long distances that the stock seat was bad at so I went ahead and bought a comfort seat from Yamaha. Although it makes the seat height much higher but makes it a huge difference in terms of fatigue on long rides

[@iitzmatias]

Hey man! Can you tell me where you bought the grips and the handlebar (and de size of it)! Thanks

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Grips i bought at a local moto shop. the bar i bought online. just look up the Protaper Carmichael bend 1-1/8' bar

[@iitzmatias]

Gonna look up for that! Those grips are something... Love the look on them. Thanks man!

[@robertreach5709]

awesome looking bike! ive recently traded my bandit 600; in for a MT09 and love it.

[@ShakeNBlake509]

robert reach great choice! You’re going to love it

[@robertreach5709]

ShakeNBlake yes, its a great bike damn quick, light as feather! stay safe , peace, u.k biker.

[@devonsmith3093]

You should modify the back seat to plastic. It completes the bike

[@ericwheelin4922]

So you got expencive ass mirrors but you cheaped out on how you sop and shift?

[@garrettsmith1799]

Amazing looking bike, whered you get the white decals on the air intake?

[@decemberistx9804]

perfect dude! greetings from greece!

[@banditryder4696]

What's good bro how's it Going? Bike running good still? Planning to pick me up a Mt07 next month! Can't wait. Then I'll pick up a r6 in a couple years then a Mt09.. maybe a used fz09 that's modded already. I see where your coming from on that. I just want to mod put my mt07 myself. Ride Safe Keep Braapppin!

[@MRUNDISPUTEDCHAMPION]

Did you end up getting the MT07?

[@exothermal.sprocket]

GET AN ECU FLASH already. Vcyclenut seems to be the most cost effective from my personal research.

[@rockfordian23]

Spokane for life!

[@mike_8170]

Great video man!

[@samwendt2792]

4000 miles in 2 years? thats weak my guy...

[@elcucuygarage]

My dude here's onto something, unless you're living in Iceland.

[@nate4451]

I put like 3500 miles on my old R6 in around 6 months lol if you ride ever day you stack miles quick

[@Nick-in4be]

he has or had another bike as well

[@615crawlers]

after 4,000 miles in 7 months on my 2015 fz09 i can say i love it....But i sold it so there is that.

[@XFile91]

That’s your opinion my guy...

[@ivmurk21]

Started riding on a 2014 fz09. No traction control, no ABS and tons of torque. I want get a new bike but after starting on the 09 I’m worried that no matter what I get it won’t be as fun..

[@anxietysteven9236]

Great video if people want the black widow exhaust go to their website and order they are UK based and they may do shipping

[@jb4aybar]

i got mine in a week and it came from uk to ny.

[@osvaldovera3076]

Good video I’m going to get one fz09

[@danielperron9864]

Yes, your little windscreen does not make your bike look it's best, I would go red or glossy black. Otherwise, your bike is looking great ✌️

[@ShakeNBlake509]

I changed the look of the windscreen 3 times and still didn’t like it... oh well, we’re on to bigger an better things now

[@richardwoodworth8996]

Great job, Blake.

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Richard Woodworth thank you!

[@Followthepinas]

Bike is sweet bro! White accent is nice!!!

[@ShakeNBlake509]

SP 5 thank you!

[@randyschmidt19]

I think we need to define thrashing. Didn't see any in this video

[@SuperLEEEDWARDS]

Hi buddy the Black Widow exhaust is an British company and their still in buisness as ive just ordered a complete DE-CAT tri-oval for cb500x 345 quid for FULL SYSTEM ,another great British company for casual jeans FULLY LINED KEVLAR-Aramid is HOOD jeans will ship anywhere and have a realy good name i had mine this morning with knee and hip protection for 159 pounds which is cheap coz all the other big brands are cutting corners and only putting the Kevlar on knees and arse so check out BLACK WIDOW for full exhausts and HOOD JEANS for fully lined kevlar-aramid , love your bike and selling my 2019 CB500X for 2019 MT09 FULL POWER cannot wait to get my own bits on it peace SCOOBS UK.

[@miftoth]

THANK you , good video . i go a 2020 MT 09

[@bentripp739]

If you haven’t already get those valves checked!

[@hardsoftgames8344]

damn that bike is fire

[@protectork9831]

U say triumph has better quality . I would get that heating problem checked because I ride mine 2017 fz09 in 110 degree weather no issues

[@gregofford7101]

Nice bike 😍

[@cesarpaezgonzalez4906]

Hi bro!!! Im from México, i have an accident and broke my mt 09... Need the front fork, both, left and right... I see your video and then looking the traxxion suspensión but i Need the complete fork.... Can you help me???? Dou you recommend a web site to but???

[@QuickRipzz]

What you think about the z900 in comparison??

[@brett20000000009]

I'm looking to get a mt09sp hopefully the suspension is good enough to not have to mod it.

[@108Hawke]

The suspension will be fine. Have the suspension adjusted properly and it's a competent bike. People over react about the suspension. The 2017-2018 front suspension is better then the 2014-2016

[@gregorylagrange]

really clean wheels and engine. Only been out on clear sunny days?

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Gregory LaGrange I take pride in keeping my bike clean! As well as I don’t enjoy riding in crap weather so usually no rain if possible

[@gregorylagrange]

@@ShakeNBlake509 It shows. What you use to lube the chain with? There's not any signs of that on swing arm or rear wheel.

[@ShakeNBlake509]

I use Motul chain lube. I love it because it doesn't fling everywhere

[@gregorylagrange]

@@ShakeNBlake509 thanks. I'll look into that.

[@niyt9348]

Hey man, where did you get the white side tank stickers that say ‘YAMAHA’ with the three white screen below? Cheers

[@ShakeNBlake509]

They were actually custom made. I don't believe you can buy them anywhere unfortunately

[@niyt9348]

@@ShakeNBlake509 damn.. cheers though mate

[@user-ys5lw4qu9e]

where did you get that sticker from on the airintake?

[@ShakeNBlake509]

It was custom made many years ago. Haven't seen any like it since

[@tonyrocky4931]

how many miles per gallons do you get? thank you!

[@oh8fa5]

Nice bike

[@Theunknowone11]

what type of handle bars do you have? can you send me a link?

[@isaacquansah94]

I need to change my suspension it’s awful when stock

[@rafaelrmenegasso]

throttle control and rear break correct?

[@ibeam06]

Considering this bike. How much do you weigh?

[@stephenhendrie4856]

Love this bike,where can I get they handlebar mirror who makes them 👌👍

[@linkkris]

Subbed. Nice to see someone from in town, i ride a fz6 and grom.

[@fzrrider5823]

nice bike man

[@Art3lito]

That mirror is from eBay right? Can u link it?