Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs. Yamaha R1 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha R1 2020

Yamaha R1 2020

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs Yamaha R1 2020

The Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Yamaha R1 2020 are both impressive motorcycles, but they have distinct differences in terms of specifications and strengths.

Starting with the technical specifications, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 is a naked bike with a 889cc engine. It has a bore of 78mm and a stroke of 62.1mm, producing 119 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. The compression ratio is 11.5, and it features a 3-cylinder engine with 4 valves per cylinder. The MT-09 has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 889cc. It is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, an aluminum frame, and double disk brakes at the front. The MT-09 also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, quickshifter, and traction control. It has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1430mm, the seat height is 825mm, and the kerb weight with ABS is 189kg. The fuel tank capacity is 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2020 is a supersport motorcycle with a 998cc engine. It has a bore of 79mm and a stroke of 50.9mm, producing an impressive 200 horsepower and 112.4 Nm of torque. The compression ratio is 13, and it features a 4-cylinder engine with 4 valves per cylinder. Similar to the MT-09, the R1 has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 998cc. It is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, an aluminum frame, and double disk brakes at the front. The R1 also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as launch control and traction control. It has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 190mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter than the MT-09 at 1405mm, and the seat height is higher at 855mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 199kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 17 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers several advantages. It has improved handling with no more load change reactions and a more pressure from the center. The electronics package is over-complete, and the quickshifter works great. The seating position is comfortably integrated, and the chassis is successful. The MT-09 provides lively handling and enormous riding pleasure.

On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2020 has its own set of strengths. It boasts a powerful engine with clean response and a great sound that is not intrusive. The chassis is stable, and it features high-quality electronics. The overall impression of the R1 is wonderfully noble.

Yamaha R1 2020

Yamaha R1 2020

However, both models also have their weaknesses. The Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a polarizing look, a small TFT display, and somewhat indirect front wheel feel. Additionally, the cruise control feature is only available in the SP variant. On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2020 has a brake that is not 100 percent satisfactory on the race track.

In conclusion, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Yamaha R1 2020 are both impressive motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The MT-09 offers a comfortable and enjoyable riding experience, while the R1 provides a powerful and exhilarating performance. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2021 compared to Yamaha R1 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2021
Yamaha R1 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth690 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)199 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit 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. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.

No more load change reactions

even more pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure.

Polarising look

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Yamaha R1 2020

Yamaha R1 2020

The Yamaha YZF-R1 is mature and makes countless racetrack pilots happy. The engine shines with lightness and agility, the seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also because of the heart-warming sound. Especially on the country road, the bike scores with its well-known strengths: great engine, great electronics, great package! A real pleasure to ride!

powerful engine

clean response

great but not intrusive sound

stable chassis

high-quality electronics

wonderfully noble overall impression

Brake not 100 per cent satisfactory on the race track

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha R1

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2021 and a Yamaha R1 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha R1 2020 is about 136% higher. Compared to Yamaha R1 2020 there are more Yamaha MT-09 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 19 compared to 9. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha R1 with 86 days compared to 112 days for the Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 80 reviews for the Yamaha R1 since model year 2005. 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 3,900 views for the first review on Yamaha R1 published on 28/04/2003.

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