Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
The fun bike MT-09 is at its best in the SP version! The extremely fun, lively three-cylinder engine feels like more than just 119 hp thanks to the abundance of torque. Add to that terrific, bike-like handling and phenomenal, finely controllable brakes. The upright, rear-facing riding position doesn't take away as much front-wheel feel in the MT-09 SP, as the high-quality chassis gives clean feedback from the road and rides every radius with stability. Unfortunately, as is typical for Yamaha, the clarity of the TFT display and the operating concept of the lush electronics leave a lot to be desired. The seat and pillion comfort could also be better. Otherwise, however, the MT-09 SP is the (almost) perfect bike for massive riding fun.
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.
