Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

When comparing the Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021, there are several key differences to consider.

In terms of engine specifications, the Aprilia Shiver 900 is equipped with a V2 engine type, generating 95.2 HP of power and 90 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 features an in-line 3-cylinder engine, producing 119 HP of power and 93 Nm of torque. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The chassis of the Aprilia Shiver 900 is made of steel, while the Yamaha MT-09 has an aluminum frame with a twin-tube design.

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

Both bikes have double disc brakes at the front, but the Aprilia Shiver 900 has larger 320 mm diameter discs compared to the 298 mm discs on the Yamaha MT-09.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS and traction control. The Aprilia Shiver 900 also features riding modes and ride-by-wire technology, while the Yamaha MT-09 offers a quickshifter in addition to ABS and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters (120 mm and 17 inches for the front, 180 mm and 17 inches for the rear). The Aprilia Shiver 900 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1440 mm compared to the 1430 mm wheelbase of the Yamaha MT-09. The seat height of the Aprilia Shiver 900 is 800 mm, while the Yamaha MT-09 has a slightly higher seat height of 825 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Aprilia Shiver 900 is 15 liters, while the Yamaha MT-09 has a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of strengths, the Aprilia Shiver 900 is praised for its powerful V2 engine, wonderful sound, suitability for A2 license holders, comprehensive electronics package, stable chassis, and comfortable yet sporty seating position. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 is praised for its lack of load change reactions, strong power delivery, extensive electronics package, smooth quickshifter, comfortable seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and overall riding pleasure.

In terms of weaknesses, the Aprilia Shiver 900 is criticized for its complicated driving mode selection and somewhat greyed-out headlight optics. The Yamaha MT-09 is criticized for its polarizing look, small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and the fact that cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

Overall, both the Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the two will ultimately depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke67.4 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power95.2 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque90 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement896.1 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel122 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, 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
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

Aprilia Shiver 900 2019

The Aprilia Shiver 900 clearly has its own peculiarities when it comes to operating the display and the riding modes - but here we'll let the Italian diva bonus pass. Because while riding, the mid-range naked bike is a real poem and lets you "waddle easily" from curve to curve. Thanks to high-quality chassis components, it can be directed as if on rails, while the 95 hp V2 transforms petrol into auditory feelings of happiness! The seating position also gives a good feeling and gives the impression that you can lift the Shiver 900 through any radius. So if you can get over the perhaps slightly dusty looks, you'll find the Aprilia a fabulous mid-range naked bike that will turn any country road rush into true soul gold!

Powerful V2 power unit

wonderful sound

suitable for A2

comprehensive electronics package

stable chassis in combination with sporty chassis

very easy to ride

comfortable but sporty seating position

Driving mode selection unnecessarily complicated

headlight optics somewhat greyed out

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Shiver 900 vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2021 is about 8% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are less Aprilia Shiver 900 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia Shiver 900 with 80 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 6 reviews for the Aprilia Shiver 900 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. 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 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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