Yamaha MT-07 vs Yamaha MT-09

Verdict

The Yamaha MT-09 wins this comparison narrowly, 55.6 points to 54.8.

The gap of 0.8 points is built mostly in practicality, where the MT-09 takes 3.8 points out of the MT-07. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the MT-09 is the quicker machine: 119 hp and 93 Nm moving 193 kg, against 73.4 hp and 68 Nm moving 184 kg for the MT-07. That is 0.62 hp per kilo playing 0.40.

The MT-07 costs €8,199, which leaves €2,320 in your pocket against the MT-09 at €10,519. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-07 and 10,000 km on the MT-09.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-07 or the Yamaha MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-09. It carries 0.62 hp per kilo (119 hp, 193 kg wet) against 0.40 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-07 (73.4 hp, 184 kg).

Is the Yamaha MT-07 cheaper than the Yamaha MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-07 is cheaper at €8,199 list, €2,320 less than the Yamaha MT-09 at €10,519.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha MT-07. Its 805 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the Yamaha MT-09, and at 184 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the MT-07 or the MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-09, which scores 10 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter, cruise control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha MT-07 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Yamaha MT-07: 333 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 280 km for the Yamaha MT-09.

Which bike wins overall?

The Yamaha MT-09, scoring 55.6 of 100 against 54.8 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.