Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
Aprilia Shiver 900 2017
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
Overview - Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
In terms of engine and drive train, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 features a V-type engine with a power output of 95.2 HP and torque of 90 Nm. It has a fuel injection system and is equipped with two cylinders. The cooling system is liquid-based and the displacement is 896.1 ccm. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has an in-line engine with a higher power output of 115 HP, but slightly lower torque of 87.5 Nm. It also has a fuel injection system and three cylinders. The cooling system is liquid-based and the displacement is 847 ccm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 uses Kayaba suspension with preload and rebound adjustment, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 also uses Kayaba suspension but with additional compression adjustment. Both bikes have swing arm rear suspension with monoshock absorbers. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 uses Sachs suspension with preload adjustment, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 uses Öhlins suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment.
In terms of chassis, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a steel frame with a tubular design, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design.
Aprilia Shiver 900 2017
In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has larger diameter disks of 320 mm, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has slightly smaller diameter disks of 298 mm.
Both bikes are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 features ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 features ABS, traction control, and a quickshifter.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1440 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 with a wheelbase of 1500 mm. The seat height of the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 is 800 mm, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has a higher seat height of 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 is 15 l, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 14 l.
In terms of strengths, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a sophisticated engine with a good ride-by-wire set-up, disengageable traction control, stable handling, a timeless look, comfortable seating position, and powerful, well-dosed brakes. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has an incredibly powerful three-cylinder engine, good brakes, a sporty and comfortable seating position, ABS, traction control, and a shift assistant.
In terms of weaknesses, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a rev range that ends at just under 9000 rpm and its handling could be better. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 has a high saddle, a shift assistant that is only for upshifting, and instruments that do not stand out strongly from the basic version.
Technical Specifications Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Aprilia Shiver 900 2017
As we all know, there's life in the old dog yet not all two-cylinder engines in the Aprilia range have fallen victim to the Euro4 standard, the mid-range lives on - and how! The Shiver 900 not only has more torque thanks to increased displacement, but also an excellently tuned ride-by-wire system. Added to this are further electronic features such as three mappings as well as adjustable and disengageable traction control and ABS. The timeless look hardly changes, but a colour TFT display is now used for the most modern demands.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
The Yamaha MT-09 SP is the refinement of an already very good mid-range naked bike. With better suspension components from Öhlins and Kayaba, a nicer paint job and a justifiably higher price, the SP version is clearly the sportiest choice within the Yamaha MT-09 range. The brute power of the engine does not allow the MT-09 SP to be ridden comfortably, but that is not necessary on the "Special" - the fun is clearly in the foreground! The Yamaha MT-09 EVO with Wilbers suspension is now available as an interesting alternative, because it has no "war paint" and is very discreet. But unfortunately only for Switzerland...
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Shiver 900 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP
There are a few key differences between a Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 72 days compared to 89 days for the Aprilia Shiver 900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 6 reviews for the Aprilia Shiver 900 and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP since model year 2018. The first review for the Aprilia Shiver 900 was published on 8/10/2017 and now has more than 66,700 views. This compares to more than 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 11/6/2017.
