Yamaha MT-09 2020 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2020 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-09 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an inline engine with three cylinders and a liquid cooling system. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the MT-09 2020 has a maximum power output of 115 HP, while the MT-09 SP 2021 has a slightly higher power output of 119 HP. This means that the SP model offers slightly more power and potentially better acceleration.

Similarly, the torque figures also differ between the two models. The MT-09 2020 has a torque of 87.5 Nm, while the MT-09 SP 2021 has a higher torque of 93 Nm. This means that the SP model may offer better low-end grunt and more responsive acceleration.

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Both models have a fuel injection system and a twin tube aluminum frame. They also feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and a swing arm with a monoshock for the rear suspension. The braking system consists of double disks at the front with a diameter of 298 mm.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both models come equipped with ABS, traction control, and a quickshifter. However, the MT-09 SP 2021 offers additional features such as cornering ABS, ride by wire, and anti-wheelie control. These additional features enhance the safety and performance of the SP model.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The wheelbase of the MT-09 2020 is slightly longer at 1440 mm compared to the 1430 mm of the MT-09 SP 2021. The seat height of the SP model is also slightly higher at 825 mm compared to the 815 mm of the 2020 model. The kerb weight of the SP model is slightly lighter at 189 kg compared to the 193 kg of the 2020 model.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

In terms of strengths, the MT-09 2020 is praised for its powerful engine with plenty of torque and its fine control of traction control. On the other hand, the MT-09 SP 2021 is praised for its upright and comfortable seating position, well-tuned chassis, and quick and easy adjustability of mappings and traction control. It is also noted for its high-quality workmanship, lovely details, and great tuned engine with excellent acceleration and pressure in the relevant rev range.

In terms of weaknesses, the MT-09 2020 is criticized for not having a blipper function, high handlebars that provide little feedback, rough throttle response, and early-regulating ABS. The MT-09 SP 2021 is criticized for having a horn mounted in a crude way and a poor display.

Overall, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 offers some improvements over the MT-09 2020 in terms of power, torque, advanced rider assistance systems, and adjustability. However, it also has some minor weaknesses that should be considered.

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

Yamaha MT-09 2020
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

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
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
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 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel130 mmTravel142 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 SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)193 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Riding fast is possible, but exhausting. The high handlebars are counterproductive on the race track and require a lot of physical effort. The MT-09 can't keep up with the Street Triple R, even with WP suspension.

Powerful engine with plenty of torque

Fine control of traction control

No blipper function

High handlebars give little feedback

Rough throttle response

Early-regulating ABS

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-09 SP is based on the really well-done MT-09. In 2021, a particularly fine vintage! But the upgrade goes one better! The high-quality chassis provides a great compromise between riding comfort and sportiness.

Upright, comfortable seating position

Well-tuned chassis

Mappings and traction control are quick and easy to adjust

High-quality workmanship

Lovely details

Great tuned engine

Great acceleration and lots of pressure in the relevant rev range.

Horn mounted in a crude way

poor display

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

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2020 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 is about 22% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 there are less Yamaha MT-09 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 110 days compared to 120 days for a Yamaha MT-09 SP. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP since model year 2018. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 was published on 6/10/2013 and now has more than 39,900 views. This compares to more than 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 11/6/2017.

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