Personal Review : Yamaha MT-09 SE (2018)

Shine bright like a diamond

I just took this bike out from the shop, as you still can see that the tyres are brand new, clean pipes and still the 09 has no accessories on it. Master Of Torque, the incredible 847 cc, 3 cylinder engine that really put a grin on my face every time I twist the throttle and kick it to first gear. Striking colour aswell

First ride on this great machine

The riding position I found it aggressive, yet comfortable, (a little stiff) and how I love the seat without the split. Where I can slide my ass easily. At only 193kg, the MT09 is not that heavy. In fact it does feels surprisingly light and easy on the go. I rode the MT07 not long ago(in my previous Instagram post) cornering with 07 is a bit tough compare to 09, the adjustable inverted telescopic fork absorber really give a good response, 09 also equipped with TCS and ABS, riding mode always aggressive. With 14 litres tank the 09 offered a "Eco" mode and track mode (Mode A). I guess, because it goes really fast, the torque always kicks in and it's easy to manoeuvre in traffic too. Ohya it also come with QS! Roll at the right speed, shifting without pulling the clutch.

Yamaha MT 09 2018. I  love this colour, for somehow it look good.

But what impressed me the most was the fact that while ridiculously easy to ride, the 09 is also quick to turn into an absolute hooligan. The 09 is wild, it keeps pulling and telling me to do wheelies, but I have to say no. Because someone is watching, and he personally said "won't allow it"

The MT09 2018 it's a great bike indeed, value for money. It is light, friendly, fun to ride and powerful enough to suit various groups of riders. As a middleweight motorcycle, it makes far more sense for a market out there to compete with the Z9, Street Triple R, and I guess Honda goes with CB1000? 

P/s: ignore my elbow size because I was using elbow padding under my Dainese inner shirt.

Engine type

Liquid-cooled transverse triple

Displacement

847cc

Max. Power

113bhp (115PS) @ 10,000rpm

Max. Torque

65lb-ft (87.5N.m) @ 8500rpm

Gearbox

Six-speed (Quick shifter)

Brakes

Front: 298mm, monobloc four-piston calipers

Rear: 245mm, single-piston caliper

Tyres

Front: 120/70-17

Rear: 180/55-17

Seat height

820mm

Wheelbase

1500mm

Fuel capacity

14 litres

Weight (wet)

193kg (full tank)