2024 Yamaha MT09 Review - First Ride

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[jags]

Yup - my 2020 MT09 gave me this exact problem - constantly wanted to go fast on it, flick it about, overtake everything, the grip was sensational, it was all effortless…. But that isn’t all I want from motorcycling. And I wouldn’t mind watching my kids grow up.

[RutgerSmets]

Thanks for the video Andy! Just seen them in the showroom a week back when my MT-10 was in for maintenance, and I do like the look of it!

[tapemonkey]

Not sure anyone will ever call it pretty, but hard to imagine a better bike than this right now. That engine, that handling, those brakes. All absolutely right on the money.

[hershmergersh]

I've had an MT-10 for several years now. Hands down my favourite bike I've ever owned. There hasn't been any other bike that puts such a big smile on my face. It's comfortable, doubles as a bit of a tourer, and behaves exactly as i expect it to. Absolutely love the thing.

[mick-jd]

I've rode the 9 and what a bike it is, loved it. I've got the 10 and that too is a weapon. Use mine everyday to commute. You won't be disappointed with the 9 though mate

[ironmanfitnesspl-eire]

No probs...most reviewers tend to end up going down the route of making it about themselves and forget about the bike or bikes.But you have stuck to the same informative format.. PLUS you are a very likeable chap..👌👍👏

[DucatiDale]

Had my Gen 3 sp about a year now tried a fair few bikes as a maybe replacement or a stablemate and they’ve all come up short best engine in class imo
And the most reliable and cheapest service costs in todays day and age that goes along way

[defdaz]

I had a car t-bone me on my old MT-09. Was a hoot up until that point. Torn pec, detached triceps, broken hand. Oh what fun that was.

[sekc-chua]

I'm riding the little brother, MT03. It's a nice twin, and makes a nice sound. Ironman is Tony Stark. The MT09 would be what I'd graduate to after the 03. I like a nice triple, but a twin is just lovely! I'm a little chap at 5ft 5-and-a-bit inches, with an inseam of just about 30 inches. I do have challenges getting my feet on the ground on some of the taller bikes.

[timhaslum]

Im a Yamaha fanboy and this bike looks great and i bet the SP will look even better. Yamaha engines are the best for character.

[davidreid]

Great review as usual Andy, thanks. Well done on the seat height/inside leg measurement relationship. I'm also 5'8" but only 28.5" inseam, so many bikes are just too tall for comfort. It is a critical item when making a buying decision. I also found the Yamaha seats to be very firm, seems to be a common feature across the range.

[churchofbrap]

For everyone complaining about the looks. A few minor aftermarket parts can make these look much better. Tail tidy, Dart fly screen and some CRG bar end mirrors will do wonders! And maybe an Akra exhaust, !

[palhallstrom]

Most entertaining bike I have ever ridden. It just hits the sweet spot now that it is a proper 900 cc.

[wattie]

Nice review TMF 👍 the MT defo growing on me, ideal amount of power for the road lovely triple sound .. Good stuff.👍

[Zeus-lzsd]

Great review. I tend to go more for 'retros', but of contemporary styled bikes, this is the one that always attracts me and I have seriously considered. Despite the iffy looks, the superb engineering and purposefulness makes it brutally handsome.

[richhelm]

I have always liked the MT09, wanted an early one & have it painted in Marlboro colours. Loved the sound & being a Yamaha fanboy, the build quality, fit & finish. I always appreciate your lap of Gerrards Cross and surrounding area Andy 🙂

[daimonmt]

I got the tracer, now waiting for the MT-09 SP version to check it out, as price and reliabilty goes, this is a bulletproof motorcycle, tested through the years and slightly improved on every model interation, looks are subjective but, once you're riding it, who cares?, you'll be giggling like a maniac, and thats all that matters. Reliable machine for tons of fun. Servicing should also be cheap and lots of aftermarket accessories since the MT has been out for over 5 years, looking forward for your long term review Andy.

[JezNashMusic]

“I don’t want to be his next customer!” Excellent! Informative, as ever. Really like how you do the specs now, I.e., without the cheat sheet in view - really nice touch, that.

[docmarten]

You attract white commercial vehicles more than a magnet!
I do love the look and colour scheme of this Yamaha….👍🏻

[State]

I still haven’t been able to pause the video for the small print, I feel there might be something funny in there.
Cheers Andy!