Yamaha MT-09 2018 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Yamaha MT-09 2018
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2018 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
The Yamaha MT-09 2018 and the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 are both naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience.
In terms of engine performance, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 comes with an in-line 3-cylinder engine that delivers 115 HP of power and 87.5 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 features an in-line 2-cylinder engine with 92 HP of power and 75 Nm of torque. While the Yamaha MT-09 has a higher power output, the Honda CB750 Hornet compensates with a powerful, high-torque engine.
Both bikes are equipped with fuel injection systems and liquid cooling, ensuring efficient and reliable performance.
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. They also come with monoshock absorbers to provide a smooth and comfortable ride.
Yamaha MT-09 2018
The Yamaha MT-09 2018 has an aluminum frame, which offers a good balance between rigidity and weight. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 has a steel frame, which may not be as visually appealing as the aluminum frame but still provides a well-balanced chassis.
When it comes to braking, both bikes are equipped with double disk brakes at the front. The Yamaha MT-09 has slightly larger front disks with a diameter of 298 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet's 296 mm front disks.
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS and traction control. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 offers additional features such as riding modes, ride by wire, and anti-wheelie control. The Yamaha MT-09 2018, on the other hand, offers a quickshifter as an optional feature.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm. The Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 has a slightly narrower rear tire width of 160 mm. Both bikes have 17-inch wheels and similar wheelbases, with the Yamaha MT-09 having a wheelbase of 1440 mm and the Honda CB750 Hornet having a wheelbase of 1420 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha MT-09 is 815 mm, while the Honda CB750 Hornet has a slightly lower seat height of 795 mm.
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
In terms of weight, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 has a kerb weight of 193 kg (with ABS), while the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 is slightly lighter with a kerb weight of 190 kg (with ABS).
When it comes to fuel tank capacity, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 has a 14-liter tank, while the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 has a larger 15.2-liter tank.
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 offers a harmonious combination of aesthetics and character, smooth handling, a comfortable seating position, and an incredibly powerful engine. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 boasts a powerful, high-torque engine, good brakes, a comfortable seating position, agile handling, a well-balanced chassis, extensive electronics, an affordable optional quickshifter, and an excellent price.
However, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 has some weaknesses, such as being exhausting to ride briskly, requiring more riding skills compared to other naked bikes in the mid-range, and a lack of precision in feeling for traction on the rear wheel. The Honda CB750 Hornet 2023, on the other hand, has a steel box swing arm that may not be as visually appealing as other components.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2018 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 2018
A coherent motorbike where everything fits together. The motorbike delivers what its looks promise. High-tech, charisma and lots of adrenaline. It is a mixture of supermoto, naked bike and streetfighter and it loves to be handled irrationally. A cool motorbike. Only in comparison with the MT-09 SP does one begin to miss a high-quality chassis.
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Honda CB750 Hornet
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2018 and a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2018 is about 10% higher. Compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 there are less Yamaha MT-09 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 15 compared to 76. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB750 Hornet with 60 days compared to 72 days for the Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 15 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet since model year 2023. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 was published on 10/06/2013 and now has more than 39,900 views. This compares to more than 57,900 views for the first review on Honda CB750 Hornet published on 08/09/2022.
