Yamaha XSR900 vs Yamaha MT-09
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Yamaha XSR900 and Yamaha MT-09: three different takes on what a great bike should be. 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.
Yamaha
Yamaha XSR900
Our pickYamaha
Yamaha MT-09The verdict
The Yamaha MT-09 edges it overall at 8.6/10, but the Yamaha XSR900 wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
Yamaha XSR900
117 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.
Yamaha XSR900
193 kg with an 810 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 XSR900 vs Yamaha MT-09: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Yamaha XSR900 or the Yamaha MT-09?
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 XSR900 or the Yamaha MT-09?
The Yamaha XSR900 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $10,599.
Which is lighter, the Yamaha XSR900 or the Yamaha MT-09?
The Yamaha XSR900 is the lightest at 193 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Yamaha XSR900 or the Yamaha MT-09?
For a new rider we'd point to the Yamaha XSR900: 117 hp and 193 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
