Yamaha XSR900 2016 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2016 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

The Yamaha XSR900 2016 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with three cylinders and liquid cooling. The XSR900 has an engine power of 115 HP and a torque of 87.5 Nm, while the MT-09 has a slightly more powerful engine with 119 HP and a torque of 93 Nm. Both bikes have a displacement of around 850 cc.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. They also have an aluminium frame with a twin tube design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298 mm for both models.

Yamaha XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

In terms of dimensions and weights, there are some slight differences between the two bikes. The XSR900 has a wheelbase of 1440 mm and a seat height of 815 mm, while the MT-09 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1430 mm and a slightly higher seat height of 825 mm. The kerb weight of the XSR900 is 191 kg, while the MT-09 is slightly lighter at 189 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

When it comes to strengths, the XSR900 has a greedy engine with well-tuned riding modes. It also comes with ABS and TC as standard, and has an authentic modern design with clean workmanship. On the other hand, the MT-09 offers even more pressure from the center and has an over-complete electronics package. It also has a great working quickshifter and a comfortably integrated seating position. The MT-09 is praised for its successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

However, both bikes also have their weaknesses. The XSR900 has a hard chassis and the seat could be more comfortable. Additionally, the speedblock design is already seen on many other Yamaha models, which may make it less unique. The MT-09 has a polarizing look that may not appeal to everyone, and it has a small TFT display. Some riders also feel that the front wheel feel is somewhat indirect. Additionally, the cruise control feature is only available in the SP variant of the MT-09.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha XSR900 2016 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are powerful and well-designed naked bikes. While the XSR900 has a slightly lower engine power, the MT-09 offers more advanced electronics and a more comfortable seating position. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2016 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha XSR900 2016
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 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
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel137 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel122 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail103 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, 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
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 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 XSR900 2016

Yamaha XSR900 2016

The XSR900 combines the performance of a sporty streetfighter with the look of a pleasing, cleanly finished retro naked bike. In doing so, the Japanese make use of their own history, which can be found bundled and without gaps in the archive of the design agency that has been working for Yamaha for 60 years. It adopts the virtues of the MT-09 and has mended some of its weaknesses. It rides more harmoniously, more controlled and, if desired, more relaxed. Only the comfort, and thus the rider, suffers from the tight chassis on bad roads. You have to be a little bit sensitive when it comes to a neo-classic.

Greedy engine

well-tuned riding modes

ABS and TC as standard

authentic modern design

clean workmanship

hard chassis

seat should be more comfortable

speedblock design already on many other models

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

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

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2016 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2021 is about 35% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are less Yamaha XSR900 2016 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha XSR900 with 77 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. 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 11/25/2015 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 6/10/2013.

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