Yamaha MT-09 2023 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2023 vs Yamaha XSR900 2022

The Yamaha MT-09 2023 and the Yamaha XSR900 2022 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with 119 HP power and 93 Nm torque. The engine has 3 cylinders and is liquid-cooled with a displacement of 889 ccm. The front suspension of both bikes is an upside-down telescopic fork, and the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock absorber. The frame of both bikes is made of aluminum and has a twin tube design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298 mm.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS and traction control. However, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, and cruise control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire width is 180 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1430 mm, and the seat height is 825 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 189 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

On the other hand, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, and the rear tire width is 180 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1495 mm, and the seat height is 810 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is slightly higher at 193 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 15 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 offers no load change reactions, plenty of 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, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has a powerful engine, a quickshifter as standard, good brakes, an electronics package, sporty but everyday ergonomics, value for money, and many accessories available ex works.

Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

However, the Yamaha MT-09 2023 has some weaknesses such as polarizing optics, a small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control only available in the SP variant.

Similarly, the Yamaha XSR900 2022 has some weaknesses including a hard seat and a low steering angle.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha MT-09 2023 and the Yamaha XSR900 2022 are powerful naked bikes with similar technical specifications. While the MT-09 offers a more comprehensive electronics package and a more comfortable seating position, the XSR900 provides additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, and cruise control. Both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2023 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha MT-09 2023
Yamaha XSR900 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
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
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel122 mmTravel137 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail108 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, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, 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
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,155 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,155 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions116 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions116 g/km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

If you take a look at the key data of the MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a little 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.

no load change reactions

plenty of pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure

Polarising optics

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Yamaha XSR900 2022

Yamaha XSR900 2022

The XSR900 in no way wants to hide the fact that it uses the MT-09 as its basis. With a full electronics package, powerful three-cylinder and sporty chassis components, you can be incredibly sporty on this retro bike. Hopefully you'll just find a more comfortable seat in the accessories soon - because it's going to take a lot of stops on the standard seat.

powerful engine

quickshifter as standard

good brakes

electronics package

sporty but everyday ergonomics

value for money

many accessories available ex works

hard seat

low steering angle

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha XSR900

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2023 and a Yamaha XSR900 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha XSR900 2022 is about 14% higher. Compared to Yamaha XSR900 2022 there are more Yamaha MT-09 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 136 compared to 59. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 73 days compared to 97 days for a Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 since model year 2016. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 was published on 10/06/2013 and now has more than 39,900 views. This compares to more than 17,600 views for the first review on Yamaha XSR900 published on 25/11/2015.

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