Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2016
Yamaha XSR900 2018
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of technical specifications, both the Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 have the same engine type, engine power, torque, cylinders, and displacement. They both feature an inline three-cylinder engine with 115 horsepower and 87.5 Nm of torque. The front suspension on the XSR900 is an upside-down telescopic fork, while the MT-09 has a telescopic fork. Both bikes have an aluminum frame with a twin tube design and double disk front brakes. The front and rear tire widths and diameters, wheelbase, seat height, kerb weight, and fuel tank capacity are also the same for both models.
The strengths of the Yamaha XSR900 2018 include its extremely sporty and rev-happy engine, excellent brakes, and the ability to ride at a naked bike level. It also offers a pleasant seating position, high-quality workmanship, and a good price-performance ratio.
Yamaha XSR900 2018
On the other hand, the strengths of the Yamaha MT-09 2016 include its wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant, three power modes, and fully adjustable chassis. It also comes with a quickshifter as standard, a sporty upright seating position, good brakes, aggressive looks, and traction control.
In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is criticized for its almost too direct response and the retro style not being thought through to the last detail.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Yamaha MT-09 2016 has a few weaknesses as well. The saddle is considered a little too hard for long tours, and the license plate holder on the swingarm offers less splash protection than a conventional one.
Overall, both bikes have similar technical specifications and offer a powerful and enjoyable riding experience. The XSR900 focuses more on the retro style and has a slightly higher price-performance ratio, while the MT-09 offers more advanced features such as power modes and traction control. The choice between the two would depend on personal preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2018 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha XSR900 2018
The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.
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 Yamaha XSR900 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2018 and a Yamaha MT-09 2016. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A Yamaha XSR900 2018 experiences a loss of 180 GBP in one year and 120 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 430 GBP and 730 GBP for a Yamaha MT-09 2016. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016 there are less Yamaha XSR900 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 87 days compared to 123 days for the Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Yamaha XSR900 was published on 25/11/2015 and now has more than 17,600 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.
