Why the Yamaha MT-09 SP is worth every penny

[@deano_s2k]

I just got my SP and never been so happier. Yamaha knocked it out of the park with this one!

[@Steve-motorcycles]

Great exciting bike. The MT09 and SP keep getting better and better

[@sereneturmoil]

After riding the new MT-09 and XSR-900 back to back at a demo day I much preferred the rider triangle, ride characteristics and looks of the XSR. It would be great, and I'd be all over it, if Yamaha produced an XSR-900 SP. Here's hoping.

[@ShatterTheSkiesAbove]

Which one is faster???

[@Matt7R]

I've had one since August 24 and man it's the best thing on two wheels I've ever ridden. It's the perfect mix of sporty but comfortable, aggressive but easy to ride. I don't know if I'll ever get rid of it. Mine has a Racefit system and tune now running 120whp (what's that around 135hp?) and it's absolutely mental, hooligan, I love it so much

[@SimplicityForGood]

why not MT10? will be my first bike, I am 48 and want the freedom to ride through Europe and have a great bike for the coming 5-8 years... love to advice that gives good perspectives, and thanks to anyone getting back!

[@Brad-RB]

Nice bike! I'd love to try one. My only issue with the spec is the keyless ride. I've had far more issues with keyless ignitions than with a standard key. It's just dumb.

[@Stormycloud701]

yep, i got this bike and lost fob while riding, New fob is on back order till November.

[@Brad-RB]

@@Stormycloud701 ugh. Sorry to hear that but it's understandable. Does Yamaha have a back-up to get it started so you can ride?

[@Darttopper]

@@Brad-RB Yes, you can enter a code

[@Stormycloud701]

@@Brad-RB yea just have to enter key code that came with your paper work, takes about 55 seconds to enter in by holding switch in.

[@dddon513]

I've got a speed triple with keyless. 3 years and no problem. I like that I can leave the key in my inner jacket pocket at all times and never need to use it except once a week for gas. I don't worry about losing it for the very reason that it stays in the same place 99.9% of the time. If I lost it, you can start the bike by holding one of the spares to a special spot on the bike. So far, I definitely prefer keyless.

[@yassim0008]

Dont forget the R1M paint scheme. It’s beautiful

[@cod4Anubis]

Awsome price, in italy is 13K + registration .....

[@CBRHONDA-ky7xo]

So nice reviews, easy to understand! Thank you very much

[@The.JZA.]

This honestly looks like such a fantastic bike. Not just because of the core motorcycle but all the bells and whistles as well. I hope Honda will take notice and stop cutting corners on their bikes. I mean the CB1000 Hornet that isn't even out yet doesn't have a 6 axis IMU or cruise control. What the heck, Honda?!? Yep I think I will be moving to the Yamaha team for my next bike.

[@leudwigvonshwartsenhelm3624]

I have a 2023 mt09sp and I love it! I'm pretty tall though. And I barely fit on it. And from what I can tell on the new 24, it would be even harder for me to fit on it. So i'm basically stuck on the 23. But that's okay, because I really like it!

[@Jwillo91]

How tall are you man?

[@leudwigvonshwartsenhelm3624]

@Jwillo91 6'6"

[@texassparky]

Thanks! Great Video!

[@chien.nguyen.]

I tried the MT-09 Y-AMT model, it's pretty cool. I wish Yamaha would bring Y-AMT to the MT-09 SP model, it would be great if they still kept the manual clutch and shift lever like Honda's e-clutch

[@eduardksenofontov6641]

I have Honda’s e-clutch and never use the clutch lever, so why do you want it?

[@huggybear3156]

Those indicators look the same as on the Gen3. The ones that fall out if you so much as breathe on them whilst walking past.

[@freedomsports3365]

TOP BIKE !!!!!

[@nemindakarunaratne2291]

would like a review on the MT09-Y-AMT too

[@joszer]

Would you choose this over a Street Triple R/RS?

[@ToddWright2]

On any SP model from any manufacturer I expect forged wheels. I know Yamaha is meeting a price target but for a few hundred more ... wheels!

[@ride129]

You need to change the title to MT 09SP. :)

[@sherbthesuperb3905]

Somewhat misleading to not mention the shock and fork are the exact same model between the two version, all that changes is the degree to which you can adjust them.

[@Maverick-moto]

Not true. The standard model doesn’t have an Ohlins rear shock or the DLC coated forks. As an owner, they make a noticeable difference

[@ar2043]

Beautiful bike, but for a guy like me who never rides it to any type of high threshold handling capabilities, I think the normal suspension would be fine for me.

[@AntoninoSavio-p9l]

So I’m 5’5’’ how low can I lower this bike. Thanks

[@QuickRipzz]

Is the 24 better then the 23???

[@chriswest2290]

Yes

[@QuickRipzz]

@@chriswest2290 I love you

[@chriswest2290]

@@QuickRipzz thx you 😘

[@hiddendragon415]

In some ways yes and some no. Either are great.

[@QuickRipzz]

@@hiddendragon415 which would you choose??

[@blpfrk]

Video title reads MT-10 SP, (confusing).

[@pax1980]

R9 Confirmed?!?!?!

[@Mike_P646]

How do you remove the rear seat without a key? Thanks

[@Stormycloud701]

The fob has a key that slides out.

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

No, it takes a key.

[@doghous3]

@@Stormycloud701 the fob has a key? I mean, that's funny, no?

[@Jacob0209]

Doesn’t look like a slip on is possible…would need a complete system, any word on whether this is true and what is available/$$$ for the complete exhaust?

[@LSB44446]

Yamaha has been using the same exact exhaust on their MT-07 and 09's since release, so yeah most likely a $1000 full system

[@doghous3]

@@LSB44446 even more to be euro 5+. one of the little gripes about the MTs. and the indicator holding mechanism, urhg.

[@vtvt2690]

So good you’ll think you’re on an MT10!

[@fishyfish06]

Great review. I’m in the uk and want to ride the dragon. Is there anywhere near there I could hire mt09 sp ? Also recommended accommodation for bout 14 days . Thanks.

[@JoeStanek-vu7rl]

Electronics aside from display are virtually unchanged from gen 3.

[@chriswest2290]

How. The graphic and he changed. 4 to choose from

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

Completely different bike on gen 4 model

[@doghous3]

be nice to have a stripped down version without all the leccys. prolly will test ride one though next year, though...

[@griffinl921]

Why does it look like a CF moto now

[@gordonborsboom7460]

More likely the other way around.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

They all look like robots

[@leviefrauim1425]

You're in the Tennessee area of North Carolina? I've never been there.

[@sgabriel]

MT10?!

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

What's an MT10 ?

[@ironken1796]

The MT09's bigger brother loosely based on the R1 engine.

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

@@ironken1796 Thanks, I only knew of 7 and 9.

[@610Bricks]

It would be worth it if they would show up on dealer floors. At this rate I’m asking for money off since it’s now a model year leftover

[@joszer]

I've been looking for one for months with no dice in California

[@lawrencesommaesq.9944]

The standard paint job is nicer than the SP version.

[@tranquilmind8487]

lol you dont need the sp if youre just riding on the street. the brakes and suspension are jsut fine in the non-SP version

[@rRaeyon]

SP looks sexier tho

[@vtxgenie1]

Why is this yet another review of this line of MT-09s that seemingly ignore the several that came before it? Something like, they've always had upgrades to suspension etc, now they have further upgrades to the same parts plus engine brake control added for this year, etc. It's already going to be known as one of the best bikes on the market, build off its history.

[@888jackflash]

This is not a practical do-it-all motorcycle... it is a middleweight-class sport bike which requires you to wear a backpack to carry your lunch... and you WILL get blown around badly on larger highways

[@jamiesteiger6140]

Colors are terrible

[@hawkins7331]

the upgraded suspension and breaks are good, get rid of the other electronic BS, to much to go wrong and most of it won't be used.

[@doghous3]

yeah, really a turn-off all these middleweight bikes getting laden with electronics. fine to have them as an extra option, but at least offer without. would be nice.

[@888jackflash]

LIGHTING- Dangerously insufficient. In dense urban traffic NO ONE will see those tiny little twinkie headlights. People are going to get HURT from this new fad.

[@samesparza2149]

I’ve seen these around LA. They are more than bright enough. The diameter of the headlights isn’t equal to their projection or candela.

[@davidmallia628]

I agree, that the MT09 is a phenomenal bike, but is so ugly. Subjective!??

[@Ravalock269]

I think so because I love how it looks, well, for a naked bike.

[@davidmallia628]

@@Ravalock269 a decat would help enormously.

[@theinnerdreamer7043]

They fixed my number 1 complaint, the double seat! This traditional seat configuration looks way better than last years! Just need to put a round headlight now and it’d be perfect!

[@tomtaylor6163]

Wait until you see how many Pennies it will cost you when the electronics fail

[@prezo1975]

It's a Yami mate not a ktm

[@vtvt2690]

I forgot why I haven’t watched anything from Cycle World in a while. Now I remember. Zzzz

[@lancewhitaker7138]

Gosh, I remember why I don't read comments from fools. Stupid and boring. Zzzz

[@vtvt2690]

So good you’ll think you’re on an MT10!