Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 vs Yamaha MT-09 2020

The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 and the Yamaha MT-09 2020 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine performance, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has a slight advantage with an engine power of 119 HP compared to the 115 HP of the Yamaha MT-09 2020. The torque is also higher in the MT-09 SP 2023 with 93 Nm compared to 87.5 Nm in the MT-09 2020. Both models have a 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 847ccm in the MT-09 2020 and 889ccm in the MT-09 SP 2023.

Both bikes have a liquid cooling system and fuel injection for efficient performance. They also feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and a swing arm with a monoshock for the rear suspension. The chassis is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298mm in both models.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

One of the main differences between the two models is the advanced rider assistance systems. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 comes equipped with ABS, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie systems. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 only has ABS, quickshifter, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The wheelbase is slightly longer in the MT-09 2020 with 1440mm compared to 1430mm in the MT-09 SP 2023. The seat height is also higher in the MT-09 2020 with 815mm compared to 825mm in the MT-09 SP 2023. The kerb weight is slightly higher in the MT-09 2020 with 193kg compared to 189kg in the MT-09 SP 2023. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has an extremely agile and powerful engine, a comfortable riding position, high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins, a good quickshifter with blipper, and a distinctive look. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 has a powerful engine with plenty of torque and fine control of traction control.

However, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 also has some weaknesses, including a small TFT display, a horn that is half-heartedly installed at the front, and a wide turning circle. The Yamaha MT-09 2020 has its own weaknesses, such as no blipper function, high handlebars that give little feedback, rough throttle response, and early-regulating ABS.

Overall, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 offers some improvements and additional features compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2020, making it a more advanced and desirable option for riders who value performance and advanced rider assistance systems.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
Yamaha MT-09 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
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 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel137 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel142 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter298 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth815 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023

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!

Extremely agile and powerful engine

comfortable riding position

high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins

good quickshifter with blipper

distinctive look.

Small TFT display

horn half-heartedly installed at the front

wide turning circle

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Riding fast is possible, but exhausting. The high handlebars are counterproductive on the race track and require a lot of physical effort. The MT-09 can't keep up with the Street Triple R, even with WP suspension.

Powerful engine with plenty of torque

Fine control of traction control

No blipper function

High handlebars give little feedback

Rough throttle response

Early-regulating ABS

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

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 and a Yamaha MT-09 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 is about 31% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020 there are more Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 29 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 96 days compared to 110 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. 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 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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