Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 and the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced features.
In terms of engine power, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 takes the lead with 152 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP's 119 HP. The Suzuki also offers higher torque at 106 Nm, while the Yamaha has 93 Nm. Both bikes have in-line engines with liquid cooling and fuel injection systems. The Yamaha has a 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 889cc, while the Suzuki has a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 999cc.
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The Yamaha offers more adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for both the front and rear suspension. The Suzuki only offers preload and rebound adjustments for the rear suspension.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
Both bikes have aluminum frames with a twin tube design, providing a lightweight and rigid structure. They also feature double disk brakes at the front, but the Suzuki has larger 310mm diameter disks compared to the Yamaha's 298mm diameter disks.
When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the Yamaha MT-09 SP offers a more comprehensive package. It includes ABS, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a quickshifter, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Suzuki GSX-S1000, on the other hand, offers ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, a shift assistant with blipper, and traction control. The Yamaha's system is more advanced and provides a wider range of features.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1460mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP's 1430mm. The seat height is also slightly lower on the Suzuki at 810mm compared to the Yamaha's 825mm. However, the Suzuki is heavier with a kerb weight of 214kg compared to the Yamaha's 189kg.
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
Both bikes come equipped with LED headlights, but the Yamaha also features a TFT display, while the Suzuki has LED daytime running lights. The Yamaha's TFT display has been criticized for being poorly legible, and the seat is considered rather hard. The control of electronics on the Yamaha could also be more intuitive. The Suzuki's instruments on the handlebars are somewhat antiquated and the display is not particularly easy to read. However, the Suzuki offers a comfortable seating position and a bold design.
In terms of fuel capacity and range, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a larger fuel tank with a capacity of 19 liters compared to the Yamaha MT-09 SP's 14 liters. This results in a longer range for the Suzuki at 311km compared to the Yamaha's 280km. However, the Suzuki has a higher combined fuel consumption at 6.1 l/100km compared to the Yamaha's 5 l/100km.
Overall, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 offers lively performance, agile handling, top brakes, and a high-quality chassis, providing pure driving pleasure. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022, on the other hand, boasts a superior engine, excellent shift assistant with blipper, balanced handling, a bold design, comfortable seating position, and a very good price. However, the Yamaha could improve its TFT display and seat comfort, while the Suzuki's electronics package could be more comprehensive and its instruments and display could be more modern.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022
The fun bike MT-09 is at its best in the SP version! The extremely fun, lively three-cylinder engine feels like more than just 119 hp thanks to the abundance of torque. Add to that terrific, bike-like handling and phenomenal, finely controllable brakes. The upright, rear-facing riding position doesn't take away as much front-wheel feel in the MT-09 SP, as the high-quality chassis gives clean feedback from the road and rides every radius with stability. Unfortunately, as is typical for Yamaha, the clarity of the TFT display and the operating concept of the lush electronics leave a lot to be desired. The seat and pillion comfort could also be better. Otherwise, however, the MT-09 SP is the (almost) perfect bike for massive riding fun.
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022
The new GSX-S1000 is an old acquaintance in terms of basic design - the engine and chassis are still from the predecessor. However, the machine has been modernised in many areas and presents itself at an extremely high level, especially visually. Although the engine cannot compete in the league of the super-potent Hyper Nakeds, it functions very harmoniously and powerfully enough. The conventional chassis also strikes a successful compromise between sportiness and comfort. The hammer arguments are definitely the successful design, the standard quickshifter with blipper and, last but not least, the comparatively low price.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 SP vs Suzuki GSX-S1000
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 and a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022 is about 9% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2022 there are less Yamaha MT-09 SP 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 18 compared to 28. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 104 days compared to 130 days for a Suzuki GSX-S1000. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and 36 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 since model year 2015. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 SP was published on 11/6/2017 and now has more than 49,000 views. This compares to more than 17,100 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-S1000 published on 9/27/2014.
