Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs Yamaha XSR900 2022

The Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Yamaha XSR900 2022 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with 119 HP of power and 93 Nm of torque. The engine has 3 cylinders and is cooled by liquid. The displacement of both bikes is 889 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The chassis of both bikes is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298 mm.

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS and traction control. However, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, and cruise control.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has a longer wheelbase of 1495 mm compared to the 1430 mm of the Yamaha MT-09 2021. The seat height of the Yamaha XSR900 2022 is slightly lower at 810 mm compared to the 825 mm of the Yamaha MT-09 2021. The kerb weight of the Yamaha XSR900 2022 is also slightly higher at 193 kg compared to the 189 kg of the Yamaha MT-09 2021. The fuel tank capacity of the Yamaha XSR900 2022 is slightly larger at 15 liters compared to the 14 liters of the Yamaha MT-09 2021.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers no more load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, and an over-complete electronics package. It also has a great working quickshifter and a comfortably integrated seating position. The chassis of the Yamaha MT-09 2021 is successful and it offers lively handling, providing enormous riding pleasure.

On the other hand, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has a powerful engine and comes with a quickshifter as standard. It also has good brakes and an electronics package. The Yamaha XSR900 2022 offers sporty but everyday ergonomics and is considered to be a good value for money option. Additionally, there are many accessories available ex works for customization.

Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a polarizing look and a small TFT display. It also has a somewhat indirect front wheel feel and cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

The Yamaha XSR900 2022 has a hard seat and a low steering angle, which may not be comfortable for some riders.

Overall, both the Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Yamaha XSR900 2022 are powerful naked bikes with similar technical specifications. The choice between the two would depend on personal preferences and priorities, such as the desired level of advanced rider assistance systems and the specific ergonomics and accessories desired.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2021 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha MT-09 2021
Yamaha XSR900 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 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
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel122 mmTravel137 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,155 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,155 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions116 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions116 g/km

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 XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

The XSR900 in no way wants to hide the fact that it uses the MT-09 as its basis. With a full electronics package, powerful three-cylinder and sporty chassis components, you can be incredibly sporty on this retro bike. Hopefully you'll just find a more comfortable seat in the accessories soon - because it's going to take a lot of stops on the standard seat.

powerful engine

quickshifter as standard

good brakes

electronics package

sporty but everyday ergonomics

value for money

many accessories available ex works

hard seat

low steering angle

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

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2021 and a Yamaha XSR900 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha XSR900 2022 is about 18% higher. Compared to Yamaha XSR900 2022 there are less Yamaha MT-09 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 19 compared to 59. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha XSR900 with 97 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 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 since model year 2016. 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 17,600 views for the first review on Yamaha XSR900 published on 25/11/2015.

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