The BEST one Yet! | 2024 Yamaha MT09 Press Launch

Today we are taking the ALL NEW 2024 Yamaha MT09 for a ride through Santa Cruz to see what the latest generation of the MT09 is bringing to the table on the Official Press Launch! Let's find out if Yamaha has created yet another incredible version of this bike or if it was just a face lift.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro in Santa Cruz California
00:41 - Cinematics and Stats
1:30 - Very Initial Impressions and Mode Break Down
2:35 - Discussing new updates
4:10 - First Photo/Video Spot of the day
4:55 - More New Updates
5:40 - DRAMA
6:30 - MOAR NEW STUFF
7:15 - Discussing changes over the last model
8:09 - Highway Entrance Performance
8:30 - Body Position
9:37 - Quick Shifter Updates
10:20 - MSRP
10:36 - Cockpit and Control Changes
12:23 - Handling Dynamics
14:20 - Electronic Rider Aids
15:00 - Old MT-09 vs New MT-09
17:03 - Being Over vs In the bike
18:00 - Having fun on some mountain roads
20:41 - Second Photo Stop
20:59 - Experiencing Sport Mode
23:39 - Gearing Discussion
24:48 - Yeet!
25:20 - Highway Speed Wind Discussion
25:55 - Tail Light Visuals
26:17 - Final Photos / Rollers of the MT-09
27:00 - Final Thoughts Motovlog with 650iB
29:09 - Cp3 Engine is Great
29:28 - Agility of the bike is next level
30:11 - Lift aka Wheelie Control
30:30 - Second Gear is a bit weird
31:02 - New TFT is function over form
32:06 - Settings menu is great!
32:33 - All day comfort
32:56 - End of the day Wrap Up
34:25 - Outro Crew

[SuperMegaWoofer]

I just got one. They are so easy to ride and feel much lighter than they weigh on paper. Very confidence inspiring. Turn signals I actually prefer to the regular style once you get used to it!

[kurck]

It's a really nice bike, got mine about 2 weeks ago, can't wait to do the first oil change this weekend and use the whole rev range. It rides great, CP3 engine is a beast, you get used to new turn signals very quick, the bike is so easy to ride, goes into corners effortlesly, my only gripe with it are the brakes, you have a nice brembo radial master, big rotors but it lacks steel braided lines in my opinion which ruins the feel, I'm used to touchy brakes that do not require much force but on this one it feels spongy and i need to grab a handful of brakes to really get it to slow down, so this will probably be my first mod for this bike plus an exhaust 😃

[jimbobspov]

OC baby! Without riding any of them, the 2024 is definitely my favorite MT-09 so far based on looks. They killed it with the styling this time around.

[HondaFan]

Did I miss why you guys got a warning in the first place? everyone looked to be riding safely idk if I missed a wheelie lol

[sourkraudy]

I just bought my 24 MT09 last Friday and I LOVE it so far so torquey and feels SO LIGHT on the road, absolutely in love with it so far, almost 100 miles on it so far but a total blast of a bike.

[LordSaladin]

got mine 2 weeks ago absolutely love it so far put 700 miles on it now coming from a 2017 fz 07 its a great upgrade!!!

[beanburnham]

Chase in my hometown 🤙 This is the second Moto press launch in Santa Cruz this month. We have the best mountain roads just about anywhere but it’s getting too crowded lately. They used to be empty but weekends are packed now.

[dav]

I also noticed the power difference in 2nd. I was merging on the interstate, and when I quick shifted into 3rd it just took off like a rocket with the same throttle input. So far I love my 24 MT09 it is by far the most powerful and fun bike I have ever owned. My other bike is a 2022 Honda Shadow Phntom, and I used to own this bike's predecessor a 2012 FZ8.

[YoloVibs]

OC: Model 4 = Dream bike!! Absolutely getting one ... I want the SP version though. My only visual complaint is the massive black border around the TFT. I'd prefer more visible screen less border.

[mittelberg]

still riding my 2017 model. absolutely love it!

[switcherlp]

OC-I am absolutely loving the upcoming '24 MT-09 SP. That bike has it all, my only gripe is the polished levers and swingarm. That stuff needs to be black, but this is the perfect bike for this guy. Awesome that you got the invite for such an awesome bike. Yamaha absolutely nailed the headlight, BTW. The Master of Darkness has delivered.

[Furrby]

2nd gear flat spot is a tuning issue. Had the same problem with 2nd on my 21 SP until i got it flashed. Now it hits in every gear!

[devilmaycry]

Originally, I was considering upgrading from my 2016 MT-07 to the 2024 MT-09 SP but have decided to go for the XSR 900 GP.

[SirMountainpass]

My modified (weight down to 181, 5 kgs wet, power up - no factory restrictions) 2020 SP allows me to do most mountain passes in 4th and 5th gear. Only for very tight hairpins the 2nd gear comes in as a "back-up"... Eventually, the gen4 SP to replace my current mountain pass rocket ship - aiming at 187 kgs wet and 120+ whp 😎✌🏁

[viperq]

The new MT09 looks so much better with the new headlight. HWY 9 in Santa Cruz county is an awesome road to ride/drive.

[Roderick]

Can't wait for mine to arrive in June, awesome video as always.

Questions:
How risky is it to unintentionally lift it? This would be my second bike, an upgrade from a 400.
How's the mpg?
Is the display clearly visible in every situation?
I'm getting an aftermarket Akrapovic on it, will the amplifiers work? Do you think they'll be too loud?

[maurilioalves]

Hello I'm from Brazil.
I have an MT-09 model 20/21 here in Brazil, which would be the 2018 model for you.
I hope this one comes to our country, looking forward to exchanging it for this current one, it looks really beautiful.

[KjKase]

picking mine up tomorrow, can't wait! I think I'm gonna wanna put somelower handlebars on it though, hopefully the clearance fits. I had a Honda 919 with custom clubman style handlebars that I loved the riding position on.

[mgrides]

i have this bike.The blinker is very easy to get used to, and in fact, I like it better than the standard blinkers. I prefer the seating position of the old MT 09, but the new one is still quite comfortable, comfortable enough to ride all day on it (I'm 6'4"). The blinkers that turn off automatically doesn't work flawless, but tbh I don't really care about that all too much.

[TheFirstCause]

Absolutely agree! It is the BEST LOOKING MT-09. I am new to riding and the MT collection of bikes. But starting last summer I went into a deep dive on these bikes. I am a huge fan of vehicular design on both cars and bikes. I think the 1st gen and its more normal headlight to look quite nice and there are great aftermarket lights to make it look more modern. I didn't like when they started going for the 'eyes' effect on the 2nd gen. The 3rd gen felt like a very cool attempt, but the Transformer Cyclops look was 'like it sometimes, really don't other times' and the fact the headlight was three inches too high was a big problem. Plus that the lights of the front didn't flow well into the tank and the air vents. But this gen? WOW. I instantly liked it. Going with a more Iron Man helmet with the DRLs subtle eyes, and the lines flow right into the tank and even manage to go all the way to the rear seat. This is the best MT09 design. I love it.