Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024 vs. BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

BMW F 900 XR 2021
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024 vs BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

BMW F 900 XR 2021
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024 compared to BMW F 900 XR 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2024

The Yamaha MT-09 SP already had it easy in the previous generation, as it is the even more refined version of an already really good, because wonderfully agile fun machine! The current SP version is no different, but it has been improved even further. A little more power, increased torque and better-tuned electronics make it even more fun. As expected, the suspension with classier KYB and Öhlins components works excellently, the brakes could be a little sharper, but the seating position is still what you would expect from such an agile and easily controllable fun machine. The few quirks like the small TFT display or the controversial light mask in no way make it worse, but simply an even more independent personality!
BMW F 900 XR 2021

A motorbike in this performance class probably cannot be more accessible. The XR wobbles playfully through the radii and immediately inspires confidence in the saddle. Even long tours are easy and you are always relaxed when getting out of the saddle. However, the sporty look of the BMW also awakens desires for a little thrill. However, the power unit cannot quite fulfil these desires. The engine, transmission and quickshifter are a little too tame overall and could do with a little more sportiness.