Ten reasons why the 2024 Yamaha MT-09 could be all the bike you ever need | MCN long-term test

[@motorcyclenewsdotcom]

What's your favourite generation of Yamaha MT-09? Let us know below 👇

[@MrTrick.]

That'll be the R9. Come on Yamaha, get on with it.

[@creedm3040]

ps Carl did a great job! Best!

[@churchofbrap876]

In person, it's a much nicer looking bike than in photos. And such a great bike to ride!

[@alanhall7213]

I think that my Gen2 is the best looking. The cyclopes front end of the Gen3 has been improved with the latest version but, I still prefer the second generation. With the Gen2 the fueling / snatchy throttle of the first generation had been resolved and there was an improvement to the front fork but I agree that the suspension is still a little floaty. I played with the rear preload which helped a little. Then again if you look at it as a less extreme naked the Gen2 is still a lot of fun. The (up-only) quickshifter works very well if adjusted properly and the CP3 engine is one of the best out there. The seat on the earlier models is awful but can be replaced with a comfort seat (if manufacturers make a comfort seat why do they offer the naff version?) Hope my comments at least help anyone looking at a used Gen 2...

[@dodgeskitz87]

keen for gen 5. Waiting on a speed limiter like the mt10 has.

[@devilmaycry383]

Upgraded to the new 2024 MT-09 SP from a gen 1 MT-07. The bike is so much fun to ride with it feeling planted and smooth, and that CP3 engine sound projecting out of the acoustics is a sensation to listen to.

[@plumcrazyswede]

This is a really good bike indeed. And a good example of why you should never go test ride new bikes at the dealers. I rode a new MT-09 AMT this weekend at it was a cool experience. It's the first time I've been able to ride a sports naked. I'm 6´8" or 203cm and quite heavy, so I've mostly ridden cruisers and ADV. But the most amazing thing this thing gave me was that the bike almost disappeared under me. Since the front is super short, I didn't see any part of the bike in my field of view, and the handling and responsiveness of the suspension was so intuitive. It actually felt like I was flying for real. Really cool feeling. And now I need a MT-09 in my life...

[@churchofbrap876]

Thus will be bike of the year. My 2024 SP is the best bike I've owned to date.

[@Justdigit2]

I own this bike after riding for the last in 12 years.... Its a gem.... Feeling realy confident at the first 500meter...

[@tapgloves1556]

Just picked up mine yesterday. Very happy about it. Love this icon blue!

[@randyfolkner9496]

I looked long and hard at the '24 mt-09 and ultimately wound up buying the '24 tracer 9gt+ Probably both would be a solid choice....

[@LowQualityPigeon]

Am i the only one who actually likes how the bike looks? I hear people absolutely hate this bike because of its looks everywhere. But I personally find it pretty modern looking and it looks fine honestly.

[@morley3810]

I don't love it, but it's fine. I think if I owned one it would actually grow on me.

[@RobertJones-pm3zk]

I think it looks nice as well

[@SomewhereInside]

Each to their own , in my opinion the 23 model Versys 650 in gold looks much better than this kitchen bench top look .

[@Honkomedes]

i like the front of the mt09 a lot. especially compared to the street triple where the headlight is to far away from the forks. i have ridden both bikes for half a day. i thought it it would make it easier to decide which one i like more. But now i want both :D. And i have to say after riding the 765 i absolutely understand why it is part of the super sport comparisons.

[@dreamcrusher112]

gen 2 and this gen are good looking imo

[@alexm6340]

Actually don't think the new one looks *that* bad to be honest. Especially in SP colours.

[@3fingeredfrank]

They got everything right with the exception of the looks.

[@WojciechKalka]

Exactly and it's s no go for the looks

[@churchofbrap876]

@@WojciechKalka looks way better in person, especially with a tail tidy and bar end mirrors.

[@MartinHelin]

Great fun to ride but easily one of the ugliest motorcycles ever made

[@churchofbrap876]

@@MartinHelin can't afford one can ya 😂. I love the look of my SP!

[@MartinHelin]

@@churchofbrap876 It’s one of the more affordable motorcycles so money is not the issue! It’s great that you love the look of yours but the MT range of bikes are generally considered to be the ugliest bikes on the market. Just read the comments mate

[@tarnishedsquid2967]

I have a 23 xsr 900. This is one of the best motors on the market in my opinion.

[@jeremyrousselet6392]

100% à XSR with the MT 10 engine would be awesome

[@MrRui33333]

yes ,. is true !

[@martinmackye9865]

The judge dredd styling just makes it an impossible choice for me. I've tried very hard to look past.... cannot.

[@matt13579]

Xsr900

[@metaomicron72]

"I am the law!"

[@Achilles22]

Yes I,Agree😂

[@pault6054]

I have the xsr900 it’s a keeper!

[@jeremyrousselet6392]

@@pault6054agree

[@BenjiiBee]

Hopefully the Gen 5 MT09 Has Apple Carplay/Android Auto with a smaller bezels on the screen. Loving they Grey/Cyan paint scheme on the Gen 4. Looks better than the Gen 3 but the Gen 2 has my heart

[@denist1593]

i had the Tracer 9 2024, amazing engine ,handling , very sharp! I chose the Tracer coz the mt09 was small for me ,but im sure that mt09 is amazing bike too !

[@Barak600]

The video image quality is amazing guys well done!

[@neetones]

Love these videos. Quick suggestion - end each one by starting the bike up. Everyone loves to hear a bike running.

[@Fernando90054]

Fantastic bike, considering what it costs and what is offered, it’s an excellent proposition. Unfortunately, I can’t connect with its looks, and happens the same with the MT10. This assertion is valid for the KTM Dukes, also. Although the XSR 900 GP…is a serious option. Great video, with a complete experience description of the positives and the not so positive aspects of the machine. This video content is really useful and informative. Thank you!

[@mwng5186]

the future of bike testing is in good hands...great vid fellas...

[@kaykay8686]

Awesome video! Well done! Keep'em coming please!!

[@topperharley6731]

I've got the original 2015 MT09, & while it's a great commuter bike I've never been happy out on the open road with it, & that's even after changing & tuning suspension, changing brakes & changing the Bars to get it lower over the front end, to be honest the only thing I haven't changed is the frame...... But that engine dose have some great pulling power & its reliable 70k & it never misses a beat.,

I have a 2015 and I found flatter bars , the later 2018 comfort seat, Gsxr 600 rear shock and k tech fork springs sorted it to near perfect. Great bike.

[@CS-pl8fc]

I know most people replace their exhaust, but my god. They couldnt at least paint that thing?

[@abladerunner831]

It looks like a Zebra thats had its guts ripped open by a hyena... its hideous

[@Robsventures]

Fantastic bike Best in class Can’t be beaten as a complete packaged road bike

[@MrRui33333]

This new MT 09 really doesn't stop surprising, and my 09 is a normal stock version and is still running, with 600 km on the clock, I decided to do a little test, very quickly. 30 to 40 sg,. and I reached 250 km/h on the panel. The strength of this cp3 is really impressive,..it seems that some limit it earlier and others I don't even know if it limits it,,. or not in this way of cutting, as in previous versions and in this test, I didn't take it to the redline, nor was that my interest, but I believe it should be close to the maximum. although the engine is still very new, and over time it can improve its performance!

[@trippyrides5674]

Nice presentation, but I question the rating of aftermarket tires/accessories as part of the review. Keep up the good work!

[@musguelha14]

Yeah, makes absolutely no sense. "The thing I like about this bike is the tires that don't come on it".

[@Motografs]

Love these vids, great job, chaps!

[@mojothejester9889]

Would be interesting to hear how he fares with two up riding on the tracer 9 GT+. I do two up riding and not enough reviewers mention it

[@andrewprice1189]

Carl and Neevsey such good presenters, you can be the most talented rider of all time but it's all for nothing if you can't convey how a bike makes you feel or how the bike feels beneath you. These two do it so well. Top job!

[@hyeGUY25]

The new mt09 is the only nice MT bike in my opinion way nicer than last years

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Waiting for Yamaha to bring the small list of updates to the XSR900 (switchgear, tft, updated qs, increased steering lock).

[@bcuzicancuellar5478]

Great review! I’m hoping to go for a 2025 SP-AMT!

Strange comment about the gen 1, gen 2 bikes . Besides the cheap shock and fork internals, they are amazing bikes.

[@foodtuub]

yep 14 model started with very ordinary suspension some dodgey low throttle mapping and a screen really added something but was somehow a good bike , so I'm glad it evolved sooo nicely

[@adiohead]

I'm hoping Yamaha bring out an updated XSR900 for next year with better looks and maybe an SP version like the MT-09.

[@khrisstake2210]

Isn't that the gp?

[@cp4512]

Great bike, but I still prefer the Street Triple in this class.

[@jonathanmasterson3100]

Like Carl says, I just couldn’t buy a bike I don’t like the look of… hoping the R9 comes up trumps in that department

[@KirkKreifels]

I thought it was the only bike I'd ever need... Then I quickly discovered it wasn't a good match for my personality. Welcome the ZX-4RR 🚀

[@Mikaeel84]

Very interesting. Can you expand on that?

[@thinkdunson]

saying the headlights are bad is a pretty big hit, to me. the way i look at it, if they don't illuminate the road very well, then that's a pretty good indication that they're not shining in anyone's eyes very well either. meaning you're not showing up as brightly in their mirrors. and it makes a huge difference with how often people will pull out in front of you on the highway.

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! Garage wood!!!! I'm definitely remembering that. 🤣 Actually I like the looks. And I think it's a very approachable bike for around town and commutes. I would definitely get the SP version. 2024 version is my favorite. Best!

[@Nomad-Drifter]

Looks amazing! Just not the blue wheels! I’d just spray them black!

[@kugangles9860]

Yamaha should have given the standard exhaust of the MT10 to the 09. That heap of unfinished metal called a muffler looks horrid.

[@MrRui33333]

This 09 is by far the best MT 09 ever made, as well as being more complete and more technological,.. these criticisms can clearly be seen that they are based on very severe and radical movements that few will ever reach,.. for me the bike is good , although not perfect, it is at a good level and perhaps the best 900 for the money

[@igor240898433]

"You've never been old enough to use a tank bag" 😂 Great review btw!

[@SteveMuir]

Love the comments on the tyres since I just put them on my VFR 800. , !4 litres sort it rules it out in some parts of Australia. Especially if you are used to 21 litres on the VFR,

[@work9638]

What windscreen is that and does it come in different colors?

[@denisg4288]

I would love to know what budget you guys have to modify your long termers

[@mosca3289]

Wish they’d change the colours.

[@splodge57]

Urgh, it's sure not a looker. Give me a Street Triple RS over this.

[@hiddendragon415]

Street Triple RS is better on a track. MT09 much better on the road.

[@ferkle1980]

@@hiddendragon415 confirmed. I’ve recently swapped a street triple rs to an mt09sp and on the road the mt is vastly more comfortable. While the street would be better on track, for that 1% of my riding life, and my level of riding talent, I don’t think I’ll miss that extra sharpness. I’m certainly not out chasing 10ths

[@exothermal.sprocket]

XSR900 looks better. Pop on an Ermax or Powerbronze nose faring and you've got a stylish Yamaha triple with the same bones.

[@ferkle1980]

@@exothermal.sprocket that as may be, however the xsr is still using the 21-23 electronics/qs/etc. If that were the choice, at least for me, I'd be waiting on the updated one if and when it arrives.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@ferkle1980 Understandable. I've concluded about the same things. The smaller TFT and wheelclicker doohickey remind me too much of the half-baked stuff on my 2018 MT. So, waiting for a more complete machine myself.

[@pmanning431]

I have 2017 MT-09. Love it. Its pretty wild. But probably get a bigger bike for Touring. Kawasaki SX 1000

[@TalonTSI95]

The gas light on mine flashes when there is 6 litres left in the tank. You have to rely on the trip meter between fill-ups.

[@mikes.8305]

How is the bike on bumpy back roads? Does it have enough travel and composure to stay sorted or is it more of a track/smooth road bike?

[@fifthpint4571]

Ducati refusing to implement cruise control on the Supersport 950 feels almost spiteful. It’s such a mystery to me.

[@David-m7f3g]

Great review! Waht Metzeler tyres are these?

[@homersimpson2963]

Roadtec 02

[@exothermal.sprocket]

A more sticky Metzeler would be the Sportec M9 RR, but likely wouldn't heat up as quickly as the sports touring tyre.

[@gsxrkz]

Could never buy this bike knowing there's a SUZUKI g s x s1000 out there with that legendary motor, Perhaps the best motor any motorcycle has ever received.SORRY YAMAHA .

[@goldie6579]

Only thing that turns me off is the small tank and range

[@tonykordakis5814]

I’ve managed 185 plus on a tank

[@grahamgraham4263]

The grills on the tank cover holes leading to the airbox allowing airbox noise to reach the rider. There aren’t any speakers behind.

[@Pawanpurewal0]

Mt07 is the same u can use its power all the time and be happy ,too much power some time couldnt be used on public roads

[@hby7768]

I like how it looks but after test riding it on track, I prefer the 990 duke

[@rolan2dr]

But looks hideous. Deal breaker. You have to like how your bike looks.

[@patrickoakes7850]

Can you do long distance with this bike ? Is it comfortable?

[@howardyarnold3133]

I own 3rd gen mt09 1 yr old. Mixed riding situations.. £7.00 = 1 gallon I get 70-75 miles. I can do 150 miles on 2 gallons. Now i admit i dont ride like Guy Martin everywhere.. But for what i get upto I dont know how YAM do it. Its a weapon. (BIPOLLA) it is..!😲😵‍💫

[@darrenwhite8875]

The MT-09 is the kind of bike I'd buy to ride at night... 'cause that way when I turn around to look at it, I wouldn't be able to see it and ruin the experience!.

[@Massacheefa]

Still juggling between the 2024 09 SP or 2024 striple 765 RS moto 2 edition

[@TheDaktins]

What would you recommend guys between 2024 Yamaha mt-09 vs Triumph trident 660? I really like the trident but I haven't ridden the mt-09. I am curious which bike is the most fun to drive? Which handles better and has the most available torque?

[@exothermal.sprocket]

660cc vs. 890cc? And the most available torque reward goes to......

[@Valorsphere]

Man ever since i bought my first bike (mt03) ive always wanted an mt09 and the 2020 was the one that looked super cool to me, i love those head lights, and yesterday i finally bought one, and now i see in every videos they say they arnt any food until the 2021 one :/

[@howardyarnold3133]

Pay no mind what others say & think. I had xsr 900 2018 model. If it stears round corners & feels comfy, gives you a 😅 very flexy job done. Gen 2 with the bikini flyscreen, comfy pad seat, finished it all off 😄

[@bebop2599]

Are there any annoying high-frequency vibrations?

[@dreamcrusher112]

mine is older and it is super smooth. pegs vibrate when chain needs adjusting.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

There's some coarseness buzz inherent from a triple, but keep in mind, all OEM bikes have more buzz than is originally designed because emissions regulations require engines to run lean, and lean operating conditions create combustion instability and vibration. This means a factory bike that has some buzz can get that buzz eliminated with a tune. That said, it's not bad enough to be a worry. No triple is as smooth as a four, but the Yamaha isn't something you cannot tolerate.

[@Xlac]

Too old for the XSR 900 at 29 years old. 49 years old here and been riding the XSR 900 on long days just fine 😀

[@paulcummings8611]

I'm 72 and ride my xsr 900.

[@tonykordakis5814]

@@paulcummings8611 it’s the new gp there talking about

[@stevec6427]

Id have one if it weren't for the Tracer 9GT being so good.

[@Druezy]

It doesn't have speakers, they are grilles for induction noise. Come on guys, expect more from you especially with such a controversial thing! This is from the MCN website! By Ben Purvis “The new MT-09’s sound is further amplified by a revised airbox featuring two newly designed air-intake ducts, which accentuate the high frequency sounds while maintaining a linear throttle response. “This sound is then emphasized, especially at higher speed and revs, by the introduction of a new acoustic amplifier grille on top of the bike, delivering the CP3’s vibrant note directly to the rider.” "There are no speakers though. Those grilles are the visible exits of a convoluted passage that leads directly to an opening in the top of the airbox, allowing the noise from the intake to be channeled out, directing it straight up through the grilles towards the rider without increasing outright volume."

[@dougalmanzar]

Sounds( no pun intended 😊) like speakers to me 😉

[@Druezy]

@@dougalmanzar "A speaker is a device that converts electrical signals into sound waves."

[@dougalmanzar]

@@Druezy so…they aren’t speakers yet do exactly what speakers -amplify sound 🔊 ! Brilliant! 🤣😂

[@Druezy]

@dougalmanzar What a dumb thing to say. I'm sure you use a sword to cut your steak too? Apparently all exhausts are speakers by your logic.

[@dougalmanzar]

@@Druezy so absorbed in your nonsensical rant that you didn’t realize you were being made fun of 🤣😂 🤡 💯

[@MotoLopez1k]

I’ll take the 2024 GSX S1000 thank you! 😉

[@kugangles9860]

The Suzuki is more of a match up to the MT10 which in that case I'm going with the MT10.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

You came over here to announce it?

[@gigirocky]

the windscreen looks sick

[@Juantxo26]

I've been watching a lot of MT-09 reviews, and I'm really interested in this bike. However, one thing I haven't seen mentioned much is the rider's height. I'm curious to know if this bike would be a good fit for me, as I'm 5'6".

[@Maverick-moto]

I’m fine at 5ft 7 and I’m fairly sure Carl is the the same height. Love mine.

[@abymathew295]

Its a perfect bike....except that headlight..🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢

[@markwilkes5619]

What screen is that?

[@britfrog]

the exhaust is sooo fugly

[@Hennes003]

Yes I agree but they make pretty nice aftermarket once

[@johnnyblue4799]

Only the exhaust?

[@johnnyblue4799]

@@Hennes003 You'd need a whole aftermarket bike, not only the exhaust.

[@davidboydarnott417]

I heard Yamaha are debuting Electric Technology in the MT-07 and MT-09 chassis, have you heard anything similar?

[@JustForRita]

MT's are like herpes in Australia, everyones got them. Would prefer a sportsbike over comfort

[@Mejfkl]

XSR900 for me

[@jeremyrousselet6392]

Same, got the Legend blue 23 and it’s the best bike I’ve ridden

[@MrRui33333]

minha 09 ta marcando de media 5,6 l - 100 km ,..mas ja consegui 5,3 ,.. mas detalhe , ta em rodagem ,..... a moto tem 600 km rodados ,..ou seja , nao me parece mau consumo pra uma moto nova de quase 120cv e 900 cc ,..e pelas performance q oferece ,.. contudo o consumo vai depender do piloto, mas ja deu pra ver q esta maquina é bem eficiente e conseguimo rodar em 6 marcha as 2800 rpm de forma lisa ,...

[@lucaltidore92]

I want one

[@bubaks2]

23:11 MT tank 😂😂😂😂😂

[@dreamcrusher112]

these guys yap on about the bars but you compare this to any other naked and it is so upright it feels like my tracer. My f900r is so much further forward and lower i had to get risers and its still way more aggresive. striple is waaaay different, feels like you are over the headlight.

[@cesarsaurasilva6637]

Why didn't you include the final question as usual? "would you buy it?"

[@philipheron3429]

Great review by the young lad ,knows what he,s talking about .Had an MT 10 , great bike but the looks made me get rid in the end . Would love that xsr900gp in my garage . Great format Neevesy , really watchable 🏁🏍️🇮🇲

[@1990-t1j]

I wanted a Mk1 when it came out, but I never got one.

[@kitborlangsuchiang8333]

Mt09 is like a good girl without looks. Well i want both. So a skip for me

[@_Archambaud]

My next bike was between this and street twin,triumphs mess up of the update means its the mt09 for me

[@rsq72]

2 very different bikes! How did the mess up the street twin update, and why not a street triple?

[@murraytrimmer228]

I own a 2024 tracer. I've ridden the earlier models of MT09 range, and I love it. My question still stands. How do manufacturers get it so wrong on the first model?

[@JohnSmith-cs7jg]

All you need is a Honda Blackbird.

[@moto-hornet-750]

2025 YAMAHA YZF-R9 ❤❤

[@Jim-hm7fb]

You might or might not like how it looks but either way nobody can deny its a mess, Exhaust and front mudguard are horrible and none of the main parts gel with each other.

[@stefanhansen5882]

6:08 Speakers for engine sounds? If so, I find that utterly silly.

[@churchofbrap876]

@@stefanhansen5882 there are sound limits now with exhaust systems, so Yamaha is getting creative with providing some additional sound to the rider. It actually works.

[@stefanhansen5882]

@@churchofbrap876 I know. I find it funny and silly.

[@ogofog9120]

Couldn’t live with those looks especially compared to a Street Triple 765, Triumph’s much nicer finish too …

[@adamheeley285]

Why does yamaha sell that bike with n exhaust that looks like it was found in a junkyard when the rest of the bike is so premium?

[@SandyOlivia-j1t]

359 Howe Track

[@stevenelliott5403]

I found the riding position too sporty and uncomfortable, the MT10 was much better for me

[@YourFault]

Why I bought the GSA smh. Maybe some day…

[@EvendimataE]

i dont like the frame and the tank. the frame is ordinary and the fuel tank is ugly....i think

[@classicraceruk1337]

Headlight is bad? Try a 6 volt system like my old BSA M21 had!!!

[@bryansuperduke1290r]

Who’s Alcoholic Chris!😂

[@MrRGM10]

Would be nice now to make a comparison to triumph 765 rs