Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2016
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Overview - Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of engine and drive train, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 features an in-line crankpin offset engine with 100 HP of power and 112 Nm of torque. It has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1200 ccm. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has an in-line engine with 115 HP of power and 87.5 Nm of torque. It has 3 cylinders and a displacement of 847 ccm. Both bikes offer a good amount of power, with the Triumph having slightly more torque.
In terms of suspension, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, while the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a telescopic fork front suspension. Both bikes provide a comfortable and stable ride.
In terms of chassis, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 has a steel frame with a central tube design, while the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. Both frames offer good rigidity and stability.
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021
In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk front brakes, providing excellent stopping power and control.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 160 mm. The front and rear tire diameters are 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1413 mm and a seat height of 809 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 216 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm. The front and rear tire diameters are also 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1440 mm and a seat height of 815 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 191 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. Both bikes have similar dimensions and weights, with the Yamaha being slightly lighter.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Now let's compare the strengths and weaknesses of each bike. The Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 has a superb engine with torque in every situation. It also has quality workmanship and material feel, playful handling, a good chassis, and high-performance brakes. On the other hand, it has a strong heat development under the driver, which can be uncomfortable. It may also feel a little too petite for tall pilots and has a large turning circle.
The Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant with three power modes. It also has a fully adjustable chassis, a quickshifter as standard, a sporty upright seating position, good brakes, aggressive looks, and traction control. However, its saddle may be a little too hard for long tours and the license plate holder on the swingarm offers less splash protection than a conventional one.
In conclusion, both the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 are excellent naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Triumph offers a powerful engine and quality craftsmanship, while the Yamaha provides a powerful three-cylinder engine and a fully adjustable chassis. Ultimately, the choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021
The better is the enemy of the good, this saying once again proves to be impressively true in the case of the new Triumph Speed Twin. The British have worked on the weak points of the predecessor and thus turned the classic beauty into a real riding machine that does not have to hide from modern naked bikes. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres. Be that as it may, the Speed Twin is the perfect modern classic motorbike for me - it combines classic looks with modern handling like no other motorbike on the market today.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Yamaha MT-09 did not need to be reinvented for the coming season - it already was extremely well done almost four years ago. Instead, the Japanese focus on fine-tuning and adding practical, contemporary gimmicks such as traction control and automatic shifting. Due to the Euro4 standard, however, the engine management has been changed once again and offers an emphatically powerful but well controllable power delivery in standard mode; the power explosion of the first generation is now no longer offered even by the sharper A mode. The biggest change, recognisable at first glance, is the, in my opinion, extremely successful design with the more aggressive front and the newly designed rear. All in all, an even snazzier naked bike that was clearly built for the fun of motorcycling.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 is about 47% higher. A Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 experiences a loss of 190 USD in one year and 390 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 420 USD and 720 USD for a Yamaha MT-09 2016. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016 there are more Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 13 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 87 days compared to 163 days for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Triumph Speed Twin 1200 was published on 12/4/2018 and now has more than 90,200 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.
