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MT-09

The hooligan’s triple.

Starting price

$10,599

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.6
Yamaha MT-09

117 hp

Max power

230 km/h

Top speed

3.5 s

0–100 km/h

189 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the MT-09 for you?

Best for everyday riders who love a wheelie-happy triple.

  • 890 cc CP3 triple
  • Six-axis IMU
  • Sub-190 kg
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Pros

  • Addictive midrange
  • Loaded with electronics
  • Sharp new styling

Cons

  • Snatchy throttle in rain mode
  • Small fuel range

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
890 cc
Configuration
Inline-3, CP3
Max power
117 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Max torque
93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed, up/down quickshifter

Performance

Top speed
230 km/h
0–100 km/h
3.5 s
Economy / range
20 km/l
Kerb weight
189 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Controlled-fill aluminium
Front suspension
KYB 41 mm USD
Rear suspension
Link-type monoshock
Front brake
Dual 298 mm
Rear brake
Single 245 mm
Tyres
Bridgestone Battlax S22

Dimensions

Seat height
825 mm
Fuel / battery
14 L
Wheelbase
1430 mm
Ground clearance
140 mm

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