Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs Yamaha MT-07 2020

The Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Yamaha MT-07 2020 are both naked bikes from Yamaha, but they have some key differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.

In terms of engine power, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a more powerful engine with 119 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-07 2020's 75 HP. The MT-09 also has higher torque at 93 Nm compared to the MT-07's 68 Nm. The MT-09 has a larger engine displacement at 889 ccm, while the MT-07 has a displacement of 689 ccm. Both bikes have in-line engines and liquid cooling.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of suspension, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension, while the MT-07 2020 has a telescopic fork. The MT-09 also has an aluminum frame, while the MT-07 has a steel frame. Both bikes have double disk front brakes and the same tire dimensions.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1430 mm compared to the MT-07's 1400 mm. The seat height of the MT-09 is also slightly higher at 825 mm compared to the MT-07's 805 mm. The MT-09 is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 189 kg compared to the MT-07's 182 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Now let's discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each bike. The Yamaha MT-09 2021 has several strengths, including no more load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, an over-complete electronics package, a great working quickshifter, a comfortably integrated seating position, a successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure. On the other hand, it has a polarizing look, a small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

The Yamaha MT-07 2020 has its own set of strengths, including a high-torque two-cylinder engine, a well-done chassis set-up, easy rideability, a pleasant seating position, a large selection of accessories, and a good price-performance ratio. However, it has some weaknesses as well, such as optics and fittings that already look grey and controls on the handlebars that may feel a little cheap.

In conclusion, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers more power and a larger engine displacement compared to the Yamaha MT-07 2020. It also has some additional features like an upside-down telescopic fork, an aluminum frame, and a higher seat height. However, both bikes have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2021
Yamaha MT-07 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke68.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth745 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)182 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 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 MT-07 2020

Yamaha MT-07 2020

The MT-07 is a wonderful fun machine that is extremely sporty to ride. The brakes pack a punch and the engine is currently by far the most agile powerplant in this class - and perhaps even above. The light handling fits in perfectly and the chassis makes the understandable compromise between comfort and sport - reminding us that the affordable MT-07 should also have a lot to offer beginners. Only the design with halogen headlights and conventional forks is rather old-fashioned.

High-torque two-cylinder

well-done chassis set-up

easy to ride

pleasant seating position

large selection of accessories

price-performance ratio is right

Optics and fittings already look grey

controls on the handlebars a little cheap

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha MT-07

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2021 and a Yamaha MT-07 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2021 is about 34% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-07 2020 there are less Yamaha MT-09 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 20. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-07 with 69 days compared to 120 days for the Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 69 reviews for the Yamaha MT-07 since model year 2013. 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 12,600 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-07 published on 11/4/2013.

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