Why The Yamaha MT-09 Is 2021's BEST Bang For Your Buck! First Ride Review

[@musguelha14]

Brake calipers are by Advics, not "own brand".

[@motobob]

Thanks for the correction mate - pinned for others to see.

[@musguelha14]

@@motobob Cheers.

[@deweysturgill6220]

Actually they are Sumitomo, Yamaha s own brake and suspension company. They been building them for Yamaha forever then became a subsidy of Yamaha. Pretty impressive, I have one bike with ohlins and brembos. My other has an R1 Sumitomo rear shock and calipers. I much prefer it for ride quality and braking on the street especially.

[@musguelha14]

@@deweysturgill6220 The Advics branding is right on the caliper. Advics is a Aisin/Denso/Sumitomo/Toyota joint venture.

[@deweysturgill6220]

@@musguelha14 yeah I stand corrected. I saw that once my new mt arrived. The brakes though look identical to the r1(sumitomo) set up on my other bike, are nowhere near as strong. One of the things don't see none of the reviewers mentioning for some reason unless comparing it to a Triumph or KTM R. . They suck. ,.The rear with the Nissin is very strong. I'm going change pads see if that fixes them. Lot of hoopla over this bike. Some deserved, some not.

[@batman7286]

After 2 months of waiting I finally got my MT09 2021 and i am just loving it 🤩 comparing to my 2017 MT09, MT09 2021 is just brilliant and i am the happiest person alive on earth 🌎🥰

[@santiagomoralesgarcia1802]

It is true that looks better in person, because there are bikes that looks Bad in person like the KTM adventue 790/890

[@Matt-wg1xi]

@@santiagomoralesgarcia1802 personal preference really. We’ve got two at our local dealership and I gotta say, it didn’t get any better. It looks cheap!

[@rodinhoo070]

@@Matt-wg1xi I took a look at the 2021 SP And I can say it is way better in person.

[@trungnguyen0104]

i thought u only drive batmobile

[@user-hh3tl3vh4p]

还是你们的国家好 我们国家购买MT09需要25000💲

[@mgrides27]

I'm one of those who changed their mind about the headlight.. really liked the 2nd generation, which I think is still the among the best looking bikes out there due to the headlight, but this one has grown on me to the point where I actually do like the look of it. Can't wait to have my hands on one of these in a few months.

[@lasserasmussen5522]

Getting my MT-09 SP tomorrow! Can't wait 😁

[@DB-sd3cw]

You gonna get this big pp too

[@Dave_Tae]

Getting my SP Friday so excited :)

[@ErgonBill]

Good review. Hate the tumorous cat/ silencer system. Never seen uglier.

[@FrameEsc]

Yeah, I love a good short exhaust system, but this one does look particularly ugly and sticks out like a sore thumb here.

[@downhillupside]

Thinking a black matt paint job would make it look much nicer.

[@Steve-motorcycles]

Looking at it at a foot above the floor it does look hideous, looking at it standing up, you hardly see it

[@Dan4096]

Wonder if some matte black high temperature paint would help camouflage it...

[@aussiesoldier0177]

I went out today to check out some bikes I'm considering for my next bike. It's amazing how small differences in a bike can make a huge difference. I was keen on the Z900, but sat on one today and found I didn't really like the ergonomics, the slightly higher bars on the MT09 felt really good for me, even sitting still the MT09 just felt light, it fits me far better. it's now down to the MT09 and the XSR900. Looks like I'm buying a Yamaha lol

[@PoisonousPen]

I personally like the front end. It’s unobtrusive but practical and the cyclops main beam is something unique. It looks a little bit sparse when viewing it from above (all the bolt heads make it look a little unfinished) but the look you get from the side, showing off the shape of the bars and forks, makes it look really edgy. If I hadn’t just got a new bike 9 months ago, I’d be testing one of these 👍

[@linusperez2158]

go test it anyways. Its free to test drive, you might love it ^^

[@sv650nyc7]

Revving the engine from idle doesn't do it justice. I test rode one recently and the noise it makes even at city speeds made me giggle the entire ride. The sound it makes is pure music to my ears. No need for an after-market exhaust. Everything is just buttery smooth: fueling, transmission, quick shifter. You can use the quick shifter and blipper even at lower RPMs (take that BMW). For the blipper to work correctly you do however have to completely roll off the throttle, otherwise it does not activate at all. This bike has come a long way from the 1st generation jerky wheelie monster and Yamaha has really dialed it all in perfectly now it seems. This would be my next bike if it would just look less ugly. I know, there's the XSR, but over the years the design has lost its appeal to me. It has not aged well and has started to look a bit goofy to me. I'm more leaning towards "authentic" neo-classic bikes like the Kawasaki Z900RS these days (which can be customized to make 130hp for less than $500) and has a similarly giggle inducing engine. Also, you sit really far forward under the fuel tank, at least that's how it feels like. It reminds me a bit about supermoto ergonomics. Very different from my SV where the ergonomics are more neutral.

[@post-punkrider]

That is one fugly looking exhaust, looks like they just opened one end of the cat and call it a muffler.

[@KB-yj5xp]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen an exhaust as ugly as that thing

[@Winkles.]

Pretty interesting, I honestly love how it looks from factory.

[@helvin8972]

I am using 2021 MY09 for the past 3 months. Its an amazing machine so far. Good review 👍

[@robertgagne9355]

Triples have always been my engine of choice, I had and have MVs and Triumphs. I did checked this bike out in years past but wasn't sold. The latest version has addressed some of my issues I had, (hate the rubber brake lines). Overall it seems like a good bike in a very competitive field. I still love the Streety and Brutale.

[@naiboz]

A nice wee fly screen would do it wonders

[@kloppskalli]

the whole front needs a redesign - hope they'll update it asap

[@FriePaul1337]

I have the 2021 Tracer 9GT and can confirm; the MT platform is... ::chef's kiss::

[@michaelpuder1749]

Best overall review of any motorcycle on KZbin. Thank you, young man.

[@tmfrs2]

I still think I prefer the previous mt09 with the bug eyes I love the new 07 though

[@Tiax776]

They should've covered the hole where the rectifier sits. It looks incomplete.

[@RBXmotorsports]

Great review on the MT-09. Just sold my Aprilia RSV4 and currently in the market for something new. Looks like I've found my next bike 💯

[@Steve-motorcycles]

I would argue that the MT09 is the best in its class, for fun, reliability, and for a day to day rider. Only the Duke 890R would match in for fun but it’s a shame KTM have there reliability issues. The street triple might be a better track bike although that remains to be proven, but on the road feels a little to grown up and sensible. Having said that, all three a very good and I wouldn’t say any are the wrong choice, I’d be happy with either one but the Yamaha would take my money for ease of ownership and fun value

[@bloodrunneruk71]

Liked the look of the 1st gen hated the 2nd gens droopy stick out lights and now the 3rd gen and i love the cyber punk stripped out look, best of all generations imo. Hopefully no one else likes it's looks so i get a good deal on the sp next year. Was thinking mt10 having always had litre bikes but the mt09 is now so good it just makes more sense.

[@manjilhaque9270]

I see a future R9 on the way😂

[@howiethehowitzer7398]

Not sure if that'll bite. R7 makes sense cause of twin cup racing and stuff like that.

[@hellslayer9638]

it can happen , nothing is far , no one absolutely noone ever thought that r6 will someday come with twin engine instead of 4 , if u have told a any person a year ago r6 will be twin they would have laughed 😂😂

[@versatile_yt4838]

@@hellslayer9638 Well the r7 isn't an r6 with a twin engine...

[@DB-sd3cw]

The r9 name was discovered to be trademarked by yamaha

[@636theofthebeast8]

I'm so hyped about the prospect of an R9 on the horizon. Same powertrain, better suspension and brakes, clip-ons, maybe slightly stiffer frame and sexy fairings similar to those on the R1. We can dream right?

[@bradgiles8324]

I love everything that Yamaha did to the Mt09

[@mathiashammar1]

As many comments state. Competitors for Price are Z900, KTM 790 / 890, BMW F900R , Aprilia Shiver 900. Its was lazy to forget at least 3 major brands in the video... A bit more expensive you got new Ducati monster 937 cc.

[@tkurban]

Thankd for this comment

[@Rabessey]

There's another competitor to the MT-09....that would be the MT-09SP

[@cdresz]

The exhaust note sounds similar to the old exhaust when you're on the throttle. But I don't hear the gurgles and bawbles when you're off the throttle? Who doesn't love a little extra torque! Nice bike!

[@romanhrytskiv8845]

Have 3k kms on mine already. Absolutely loving it. I also love the design and I think it’s better then previous models. Stock exhaust system is amazing, it’s just enough loud for me and even makes the “pop” noise on shifts. And man, up/down shifter is the best thing ever!!!

[@sileniu]

Any " wierd " - rattles sound coming from the bike ? Some reported some wierd sound on cold start / from gear shifter ?

[@romanhrytskiv8845]

@@sileniu I can film it if you want from cold start, I’m not sure about rattle sounds etc.

[@drewmoto732]

I test rode one a couple weeks ago and was really surprised how good the stock exhaust sounds!

[@thibo764]

stil happy with the bike? im stil thinking between the Z900-MT09. i m bit worried for the sound of the mt09

[@romanhrytskiv8845]

@@thibo764 mostly. Z900 would be a different bike, you have to test drive both I guess. mt09 likes more agressive riding.

[@_audacerider3838]

I recon best bang for the buck is the new Suzuki GSXS1000. More more powerful now with a up and down quickshifter better looks bigger tank and only a bit more weight. And the price is almost the same. So I hope Suzuki UK will provide U one and then we will know what's what :)

[@JamchesterBoozle]

Absolutely agree!

[@HarleyN93]

Gonna get this as my first bike was gonna be the MT 07 but just can't get this sound outa my head makes me happy

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Just watched this again, Bob. I am seriously considering one for use in northern Thailand. 120 miles to the nearest dealer, but that's not really a problem. I am probably the only person on here who really likes the look of this exhaust. Nice TFT, too. Not too big. And yes, I love the projector headlight.

[@motobob]

Definitely demo one if you can! Hard to resist once you've taken it for a spin :)

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@motobob They may not have demos, but I know I'd like it.

[@jordesign]

Here in the US, they are $9399, which sounds good, until..... Out the door price? $11,283.. Not all dealers charge as much on fees, but the one by me does.. It was a bit of a shock... Still haven't pulled the trigger yet, but I want one, so probably will. Just need to shop around a bit.

[@beetleything1864]

Same in Canada. Pdi 995 + docs 295 then tax.

[@MrRiftman]

Bought one back in May. Have the catless Akrapovic system on it. Needs to be tuned to really take advantage, but honestly, I love the damn thing

[@yonniboy1]

For bangs for your buck the MT-09 is unbeatable but in MCNs 250 test of the MT-09SP ,KTM 890R and Street triple RS they had the RS as the winner even though they gave the MT-09 the same number of stars with the 890R third.

[@SuperColouredPencil]

i work in the industry. only reason everything ends with a 2, is because the tenere was £9499 on the road but road tax went up £3 last year.

[@motobob]

Haha interesting! Thanks mate

[@swieri2003]

I hated the looks first, now a few months later I love it. 🤣

[@UKJaiO]

I hated the design at 1st, but it has really grown on me now, my local dealer had the 2020 model and the new model side by side and I honestly prefer the new shape.

[@0Turbox]

Looks like an insect to me. Some people have big spiders as pets, so, yeah, someone will like it ;)

[@milodebruin4821]

This bike looks a lot better in person. Please Yamaha give us updated xsr's and a xsr900sp.

[@ccavila323]

Yes xsr900!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I'm looking forward to what they do with the XSR. And the 700 version. I need to see an MT-09 in the flesh to know what I think about the headlight. I like the lack of plastics. The frame looks miles nicer than the old one. I like the look and sound of the exhaust.

[@Matt-wg1xi]

Pretty keen to see an updated XSR also, but the exhaust on that 09 looks like a cats rear dot lol 😂

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

@@Matt-wg1xi It's out of the way; that's what I like about it.

[@MPHxthexLegend]

Still on the Z900 side of life

[@AuroraDarkStar]

Love the way you say 'egg sauce'. I'm literally never saying exhaust again. Brilliant

[@motobob]

🍳👍

[@linusperez2158]

I hated the front lights at first but then i started to think they were alright then i bought my bike and now i like it heheh

[@speedoangels6254]

Great review 🙌 Thanks for featuring our screen protectors!

[@MrAndrew1953]

Front end was downright weird in the beginning but now everyone is doing it - GSX8CS(sic) . It’s a race bike with lights,indicators and rego. I’d prefer a Guzzi V1000- Italian shaft drive cafe racer.

[@samuraipizzacat2171]

Having the digit on the end makes it seem like they actually value the bike based on cost and not marketing or for as much as they think they can get for it.

[@abuzerkadu]

Hey ! Many thanks for the Speedo Angles coupon code ! Got it for my new MT-09 ! :-) Love your channel ! For the past few months was only ogling at the MT-09 videos and finally got it on 1st June 2021 Even then I am still ogling at the MT-09 videos ! My wife and kids have had enough of me already ! :-) Life has been feeling so MT ever since !

[@motobob]

My pleasure! Hope you enjoy the new bike as much as I did for the day :)

[@speedoangels6254]

Thanks for ordering!

[@njohnson3331]

It seems like a great value. My only gripe is the tank is a little small for what I need, but I understand that lowers the wet weight.

[@TheEmperor9985]

The tech of this bike is impressive. If only it didn't look like a dead alien...

[@gregspouse3298]

If you think it looks bad in this video, try having a look in person… it doesn’t get any better haha 😂 🤢

[@royromero8496]

The could of done much better job !

[@souvikmondal3591]

I guess for those who don't like the design, there is xsr 900 for them 😄

[@dsofe4879]

And still no word on an updated XSR....

[@mathiasbutel5983]

@@souvikmondal3591 xsr900 dosent have this upgrade yet

[@lordgibbness]

If I was buying just one bike I'd get the 2021 mt09sp as the do it all bike, as it covers all bases for me. Luckily I'm going to have two, so I'm keeping my 2015 mt07 as my runaround and in going to buy a 2021 s1000r as my sunny weekend blaster.

[@MrJohnnyorange]

Anyone say "2021 Suzuki GXS-S1000"?

[@Nifilheimur]

Am getting mine in tech black in June and i CANNOT WAIT :P

[@rockafella1690]

Just watched 2 other bike reviews from official media outlets, then this video. Yours was the slickest, best produced and arguably most professionally delivered. Some man if this is just a hobby. 😂😂😂

[@fazaihza2699]

The bike is actually good but that muffler is hideous, still i like this 2021 version tho

[@insaneomcleano]

Nearly every first ride I have watched of the mt09 has had the rider literally laughing out loud at some stage. Proof enough for me.

[@richard.c3901]

Cracking value but quality suffers. Look at those header pipes compared to the CB650 and CB1000.

[@MachoMadness69420]

Comparing it to the competition - what happened to the Z900?

[@patthonsirilim5739]

alot heavier no autoblip option or aftermarket options no imu.

[@MachoMadness69420]

@@patthonsirilim5739 It’s similar in size, power, capacity and price.

[@DB-sd3cw]

@@MachoMadness69420 the z900 is boring. Literally a sewing machine appliance. A heavy commuter bike without the top-end power or looks of a supersport.

[@MachoMadness69420]

@@DB-sd3cw Why would it have the power and looks of a supersport when it isn’t supposed to be one? The MT-09 doesn’t have any of those things either.

[@DB-sd3cw]

@@MachoMadness69420 the point is that there are few qualities on the Z900 worth lusting over.

[@romanhrytskiv8845]

There’s no low seat option but there are 2 positions for handle and 2 for foot pegs which you can adjust at any time.

[@raymondwright2660]

Looks terrific value for money, the looks are a bit quirky and will put some off though. Needs a screen to tidy up the front I would probably need to add a sports screen, really don't like the exposed regulator perhaps future bolt on options will cater for this. Likewise underslung exhaust ports also seem odd. Still definitely on my options list though, wonder how good a weekend mini weekend tourer this would be? Probably going to be either this or a Kwak 900RS.

[@reidspeed77]

breakdown is gold Bob ,,one of the best channels 4sure,got the stat,got the knowledge,,cheers m8💪☘

[@carlito3624]

Such a great producer of moto vids.

[@beano6452]

That headlight looks about as useful as a candle in a jam jar!

[@Rontonsoop]

its actually really bright. puts the former model's light to shame

[@rebirthresurrection]

The only gripe I have with it is the sound, 3 cylinder is fugly. 4 cylinder sound has always been my standard.

[@IvanGarcia-ug7mf]

z800 z900 , z900rs and gsxs750 is best bang for buck forever

[@MrDsheel]

I've started to like the headlight design. Very futuristic and looks mean with just the drls switched on.

[@toofastnobrakes]

I personally would pick the new z900 for value over the mt-09. But the MT is a close second in my book

[@gregspouse3298]

I’d go the new Ducati monster over the z900, more tech on the Ducati plus it styling looks way better than the MT

[@toofastnobrakes]

@@gregspouse3298 also not a bad choice. But I loooves me some inline four sound. And the z900 has a nice Bass tone

[@KB-yj5xp]

Me too, the monster is nice but Japanese reliability is too important for me

[@arsyadgafli8749]

@@gregspouse3298 the new ducati be lookin kinda weird tho

[@gregspouse3298]

@@arsyadgafli8749 looks similar to an MV brutale and much better than the MT09

[@cruzlopez4449]

If I didn’t work at a Harley/Ducati dealership, I would’ve bought the MT09 and not the Monster Plus.

[@1k59j1]

Idk of I’ve changed my mind on the look of the headlight, but I definitely think I could live with it now considering the new specs and reviews of the SP

[@adiohead]

I'm waiting patiently for the updated XSR900 (if it ever happens)

[@bronzedong]

They should have done this to the xsr instead of the mt, they ruined the look trying to make it look like something the xsr delivered on already

[@bobz1736]

Great review Bob. I thought someone had stolen the side panels. I still don't like the headlight set up but bike looks good side-on and I agree a super paint job with those Honda orange wheels. 😉

[@severussnape6886]

I am wondering why do I always think about the KTM RC8 when I look at the exhaust of the MT-09

[@marioscaffidi9625]

So someone as tall as 5’5’’ is definitely to high for me,,, also want to mention a after market exhaust it would sound much better, congratulations on your new bike.

[@puterafarrock6598]

Honestly, just my opinion. If it still looks like the 2nd generation but with the 3rd generation performance, I would actually consider it immediately.

[@harjinderkaur3510]

The XSR 900 you complaining about has been totally revised now. All your complaints are sorted in that one. Looking forward for your review of that one.

[@slug_and_framer]

Powerful and agile naked. I will definitely ad a steering damper. Headlight is definitely unique, but I like it... Finally, a modern display cluster that complements the 09 update. Having test ridden the Z900 and MT09, I will go for the Yamaha without a doubt. Personally, I think that the MT09/MT10 will become cult bikes just like the VW MK 1 Golf :) I ride a 2018 MT09 and love it. To be honest I prefer the second generation over the new models. What do you guys think? The 2 head lights looks great not to mention switching to high beam... Look, i am probably biased when it comes to the headlights but the new model is worth every penny.

[@nobody-wk6ej]

Love the tech. It's the headlight that made me grab one of the last 2020 models in my state.

[@arrek6773]

I love my 2021 MT07. I like it more than MT09. It suits my type of driving

[@drewmoto732]

I demoed it a couple weeks ago and it sounds bonkers for a stock exhaust.

[@Arvinis1]

You’re absolutely on the point buddy 👌👍👏🏽

[@matthewjackson3034]

Test rode the SP yesterday, nice. Unfortunately nobody has any in stock

[@insaneomcleano]

I love the styling. Cyberpunk 2077 styling

[@briananderson2219]

This bike would kick so much ass in American cities. I hope they sell the fuck out of them here in the states. Also, your videos kick ass. I wish you well

[@OfficialSippyCup]

I loved the headlight of my 18. Don’t much care for the 21. Ruined the front end look but I can live with it for now. Can’t wait for an aftermarket replacement. Not going to change my mind, yamaha should never change their “angry eyes” headlights, it’s part of the reason dedicated yamaha buyers keep buying blue. I will be purchasing the first aftermarket option to make the front lights look closer to the 18 design.

[@sd5458]

Why did you get rid of your 2nd get in the first place then? I don't understand that.

[@cliveomahoney4096]

What I couldn't stand on the MT07 and 10 previously, were the false air intakes. They really annoyed me. There was no aessthetic reason for them and they did nothing. The front light looks fine on both bikes. Test ride of 09 soon. Seems pretty perfect to me; I'm not a tourer. Small dash- Who cares?

[@sidelay]

Money being no object would you buy a new Mt 09 ?? I enjoy your reviews Motobob keep it up and ride safe.

[@motobob]

Hmmmm it's pretty great although I might hold on to see if the XSR900 gets the same upgrades as the looks are more to my liking. I still like this though - it'd be an amazing bike to ride every weekend

[@KUKI_de]

The Mt09 ist a really nice bike 👍 Thumbs up 🍀

[@DB-sd3cw]

You really took time out of your day to comment that garbage lol

[@Josh-ew1le]

Excellent review, thanks for sharing

[@martinkindberg38]

It looks Amazing. But my eyes were breaking when I saw the "Triumph Street"

[@rodinhoo070]

Breaking from how ugly it is? ET look alike

[@xyphercase1437]

MT09-SP is never sold in my country, so i rather have the 765 street rs, if i had to choose between the two

[@Vegeta46000]

I love the Storm Fluo paint scheme; I'm currently trying to find one of these through a dealer.

[@MyCenturion]

I love the new look. hated the previous one, but to me it is a no no. The tank is just too small. When I take a break, I prefer taking a coffee instead of filling the tank.

[@killer2miller23]

I really hope they release a r9 very soon

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

I think this headlight design looks waay better than that on the mt10

[@royromero8496]

That's what it looks like!!!!

[@MOTOBOBVLOGS]

Full riding footage here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pITWZ2OKaJd5fK8

[@gregshepherd489]

Excellent demo , thanks dude, i am going to buy one

[@snips73]

I have a 2018 bike and think I prefer the new look. The old twin angled headlamps transformer style just looks a bit dated now

[@marksharman8029]

Hmmm Beeline Moto, good call. Love that thing.

[@OutbackOutlaw]

I love the contemporary modern look, sounds awesome. But Imma stay with me cruiser. 👍🏾💯

[@DB-sd3cw]

You don't have to stay on a boring cruiser, nobody cares if you look tubby on a sportbike. It's okay bro.

[@DB-sd3cw]

@@cowmath77 you actually ride or cry about how other people comment? Try and get either your IQ or testosterone up and wipe your tears little fella, its gonna be okay

[@ganuvien]

Yamaha needs to make a bigger bolt with MT09 motor to compete with Rebel 1100 imo for a sport cruiser 😉

[@jimsadler8704]

Grotesque exhaust system which will probably blow dirt and grit up onto the chain. Front end ugly. Rest of it not too bad. Good explanatory video.

[@speedy_blondy]

Wait .. what restrictions you talking about there when you talked about the sound ???

[@povilaslondon]

Getting my SP tomorrow, can't wait 😁

[@motojc]

The headlight is too high. Dropping it will improve the look somewhat.

[@gorillaninja78]

Absolutely love this bike! But the exhaust has to go and be replaced with an aftermarket exhaust! Great review ✌🏻🇨🇦

[@helvin8972]

Agreed 👍