Yamaha MT-09 vs Aprilia Tuono 660
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Yamaha MT-09 and Aprilia Tuono 660 are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. They land within touching distance on price, so this comes down to character and fit. On paper the Yamaha MT-09 leads on power with 119 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Our pickYamaha
Yamaha MT-09
Aprilia
Aprilia Tuono 660The verdict
The Yamaha MT-09 edges it overall at 8.6/10, but the Aprilia Tuono 660 wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
Aprilia Tuono 660
A2-legal, 105 hp.
Yamaha MT-09
119 hp and 0.62 hp/kg, the strongest here.
Yamaha MT-09
Our 8.6/10 at $10,599, the most bike per dollar.
Aprilia Tuono 660
183 kg with an 820 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Yamaha MT-09
Our top score in this matchup at 8.6/10.
Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.
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Yamaha MT-09 vs Aprilia Tuono 660: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Aprilia Tuono 660?
The Yamaha MT-09 makes the most power at 119 hp and 93 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Aprilia Tuono 660?
The Yamaha MT-09 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $10,599.
Which is lighter, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Aprilia Tuono 660?
The Aprilia Tuono 660 is the lightest at 183 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Aprilia Tuono 660?
For a new rider we'd point to the Aprilia Tuono 660: A2-legal, 105 hp and 183 kg make it the most approachable of the group.