Yamaha MT-09: Buy a 2023 or Wait For The 2024?

[@gregwickersham2638]

I've heard they changed the ergonomics on the 24 model. lowered the bars and raised the foot pegs.....that was a HUGE disappointment when I heard that!!! That was a lot of the allure of this bike, the ability to tuck if needed, but mostly upright and fairly comfortable to enjoy longer rides

[@hamzaz4077]

The 24 model has both. The new ergonomics your not so happy with although it is a very slight difference, its not that much of a difference. But if even after sitting on the bike and you still dont like the slight change you are able to adjust it to the ergonomics of previous model.

[@JM-hw2lw]

Are You jokin? Upright relaxed position on the bike with such potencial? They fixed this bike and made it as it should be

[@JoeStanek-vu7rl]

​@@JM-hw2lwput down the crack pipe Scooter... if I wanted my wrists and back to hurt I would have kept my Aprilia RSVR.

[@jalapeno.tabasco]

The 24 position is better

[@JoeStanek-vu7rl]

@@jalapeno.tabasco since this bike was just released about a week ago in Europe and will not be released in North America for a few more weeks you have no way of knowing that. Again put down the crack pipe Scooter.

[@gordonhenry7760]

A great, comprehensive review and well presented.

[@rudedog3529]

Was worth waiting till now for a new leftover 2023 model. Dealers were going crazy marking up the 2023 a year ago. Now getting a 2023 for $ 9999 + $ 650 for reg, etc. ( Oregon )

[@mikes2270]

I did the same thing and bought a discounted new 2023 last week and saved $2000 OTD. I like the look and the more comfortable riding position of the 2023 much more. Great bike.

[@rudedog3529]

@@mikes2270 What was your OTD price, and what state ?

[@stinkstank5177]

Got a new 2023 for 9,200 before tax and tags in Arizona, Awesome tall bike for a 6’ rider.

[@rudedog3529]

@@stinkstank5177 What was the total AFTER tax and license ?

[@SludgedB]

$14890 in Australia

[@V2Vids]

I’m literally on the fence about this. I can get a 23 for a great price! But the 24 is beautiful.

[@MsChrisep]

Same. Did you make a decision?

[@rudedog3529]

The 2023 paint scheme looks a lot like my 2019 R 1 M. 2019 R 1m was the last year of the silver for awhile. Have a 2014 FZ 09 since new and looking forward to the SP upgrade. Have one coming next week.

[@phylodude]

I just bought one that is exactly the one in this video. Same everything. I'm a happy dude. JS

[@PeterLoweOne]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@SmashRider]

I order already 2024 model I can’t wait ❤

[@JBLaOHeI]

how did you order? you went to a dealership or from yamaha website?

[@SmashRider]

@@JBLaOHeI dealership, but you beed wait 2 month for that.

[@Clearsyde]

Went to my local dealer today and pre-ordered the 2024 MT09 in Blue. I was told should be April for delivery. I was close to purchasing a 23 but the changes for the 24 was good enough for me just to wait.

[@PeterLoweOne]

The more I think about it, the more I'm in the "wait for a new one" camp too. But people like us leave better deals for the people who want the 2023 model.

[@KjKase]

I did the same, I can’t wait!

[@ronny-drz]

These are great bikes, super light and fast, too powerful for any beginner. I have ridden them (2021, 2022 models) and just great machines, wheelie machines with all of that torque, great motor! I would suggest anyone buying one first check the insurance rates, as they rate them as a sport bike. I have been riding 40+ yrs, no claims, clean record and they want $1,100 a year - (my 2023 Harley Fat Boy costing more that double is just $880) and oddly the more expensive Yamaha Tracer with the same triple motor and saddlebags was only $875, lol. Who knows what ouija board they use? Thanks for the nice video!

[@langhamp8912]

For me, the XSR900 was a mere $315/year with the MT-09 being around $900/year. The XSR900 last year was 900/year. So it's obvious that the MT-09 is being crashed in significant numbers while the XSR900 is being bought by extremely careful riders. It just took history to figure that out.

[@marcuslee2026]

Very good point to bring up! Insurance is what’s stopping me from getting any super sports or even bikes like this unfortunately. For now, I’ll stick with my $400/yr full coverage N400.

[@blueskystailwind544]

Yamaha insurance done my new 23 model for 400 bucks

[@rudedog3529]

My 2023 croaked at 19 miles. Had 9 miles already and I put only 10 more. It started out with the menu access not working, Would tag the gear looking icon and it would just turn pink for a split second and back to gray. It later would start and low idle and would not take throttle. Now at a dealer for a warranty fix.

[@rudedog3529]

Update: problem was blown fuse going to the servo that operates the butterfly valve toward the rear of the exhaust.

[@slavisakovacevic5575]

​@@rudedog3529thats why: Warrant, and problem doesn't look like a problem, to us.

[@BlackArroToons]

Cool MT09 Yamaha. Thanks for the details on the 2024.

[@joshualand2053]

What windscreen is that??? Good review

[@denko1196]

How are the ergonomics on the 2024 vs the 2023? For someone whos 6”2? Lowering the bars sounds like backpain on longer rides..

[@matthewriley1463]

I bought a new 2017 base model. I loved the motor and the looks but some functional aspects highlighted where budget costs were saved. The B&W display, primitive front forks and the front suspension was soft. I also felt I was sat on it rather than in it. The worst aspect was a totally rubbish front light, ineffective beam in the dark. The later models have addressed all these issues I had with my 2017. The SP 2024 model interests me, $1700 for the Brembos and Ohlin - defo worth the extra cash in my opinion.

[@PeterLoweOne]

I bought a Z900RS SE with Brembo brakes and an Ohlins shock. Yeah. If you appreciate good suspension and brakes, they're worth it!

[@brianenglund1413]

Meh, I’m not fond of the changes for 24, but it did make for a great deal on a 23 SP!

[@boywonderrr71]

I have 2 shops where I am at top of list for 24 SP. I LOVE the maps and larger screen. The seat redesign is nice too as I would slide back when riding hard on my 22 SP that I had to sell to escape CA. Praise Jesus for TN!! I am happy they lowered the bars as I hated the ape hangers. Im concerned about the new peg heights due to my hip flexors but I will stretch more and get a tank pack for my muscle tools. 100% disabled vet with back, neck and hip issues. With them removing the wheel of pain the new switch gear should be amazing, just the turn signals are questionable. But who uses those anyways, come on, we are BMW drivers on 2 wheels (joking, just joking)

[@PeterLoweOne]

Oh man... I was laughing at your comment. I can sense your enthusiasm!

[@raultopete5728]

If you like paying markup get a ‘24 if you like a discount get a ‘23

[@c00t999]

Do you have to pay a subscription for the navigation though ? Lets see Great video 🤙🏽

[@YouFLiar]

no, but you musst download their app

[@jalapeno.tabasco]

Nope, it just requires a free app on your phone

[@c00t999]

@@jalapeno.tabasco happy days 👌🏽

[@joaquinpalomar1383]

Yo compré el modelo 23 precisamente por la posición muy cómoda, de no ser así me hubiera comprado una r

[@Roy_Godiksen]

I bought the 2019 model brand new. Today's version puts that to shame.

[@PeterLoweOne]

The 2024 is going to be a nice update too.

[@Roy_Godiksen]

@PeterLoweOne yeah, they're nailing it so far with improvement on the MT-09

[@Josh-ew1le]

Wait for the '24

[@Josh-ew1le]

Trust

[@ToeffBrudi]

I think every one should wait for 2024

[@pieceofeyelash8394]

Watching this as i already bought the 2023

[@PeterLoweOne]

Great choice!

[@s11039858]

the big gap seen through the chassis looks strange.

[@512460]

Lool cooling I guess. Look at those rubber brake line yikes

[@youbiker]

the first model is the best !!

[@chriswest2290]

No no it isn’t.

[@youbiker]

@@chriswest2290 😂😂😂

[@herrtomas6729]

Hi Peter

[@captdukiduki9499]

yamaha kinda cut the cost a bit too much in furnishing the bike huh when they kinda leave the side right under the seat kinda barebone without putting any pannel

[@alexchristian5399]

💀 what type of bike is this again? Does it need to be spelled out to you?

[@kellyd1910]

Ill wait for the 2024! The 2021-2023 is ugly as f***

[@PeterLoweOne]

Haha. The 2024 does have revised body work, but my sense is that if you don't like this, you're probably not going to like the new one. It's a modification, more than a reinvention.

[@kalnwi2023]

What kind of Decepticon doesn't like the Transformer look ?@@PeterLoweOne

[@PeterLoweOne]

@@kalnwi2023 hahaha! Awesome comment!