Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

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Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs Yamaha MT-09 2023

The Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 2023 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an inline engine with three cylinders and liquid cooling. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 has a slight advantage with 119 HP compared to the 115 HP of the Yamaha XSR900 2018. The torque is also higher in the MT-09, with 93 Nm compared to 87.5 Nm in the XSR900. Both bikes have a displacement of around 847-889 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. The chassis is also the same, with an aluminum twin tube frame. The braking system is also identical, with double disk brakes in the front and a diameter of 298 mm.

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 has an advantage. It is equipped with ABS, quickshifter, and traction control, while the XSR900 2018 only has ABS.

In terms of dimensions and weights, there are some minor differences. The wheelbase of the MT-09 is slightly shorter at 1430 mm compared to 1440 mm in the XSR900. The seat height is also slightly higher in the MT-09, with 825 mm compared to 815 mm in the XSR900. The kerb weight with ABS is almost the same for both bikes, with the MT-09 weighing 189 kg and the XSR900 weighing 191 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Now let's discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each bike. The Yamaha XSR900 2018 is praised for its extremely sporty and rev-happy engine, excellent brakes, and pleasant seating position. It is also known for its high-quality workmanship and good price-performance ratio. However, some reviewers have mentioned that the bike's response can be almost too direct and that the retro style is not thought through to the last detail.

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 has received positive feedback for its lack of load change reactions, strong performance from the center, and over-complete electronics package. It is also praised for its quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and overall riding pleasure. However, some reviewers have mentioned that the bike's optics can be polarizing, the TFT display is small, and the front wheel feel can be somewhat indirect. Additionally, the cruise control feature is only available in the SP variant of the MT-09.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 2023 are impressive naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The MT-09 offers slightly more power and advanced rider assistance systems, while the XSR900 is known for its sporty engine and pleasant riding experience. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2018 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha XSR900 2018
Yamaha MT-09 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel137 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel122 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail103 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.

Extremely sporty and rev-happy engine

excellent brakes

riding at naked bike level

pleasant seating position

high-quality workmanship

price-performance ratio.

almost too direct response

retro style not thought through to the last detail

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

If you take a look at the key data of the MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a little pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price.

no load change reactions

plenty of pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure

Polarising optics

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XSR900 vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2018 and a Yamaha MT-09 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2023 is about 23% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2023 there are less Yamaha XSR900 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 136. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 73 days compared to 123 days for the Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Yamaha XSR900 was published on 25/11/2015 and now has more than 17,600 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.

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