Got a 2023 MT09 SP and I absolutely love it. Only had it for a month and it already needs its 1st service. I just keep thinking about my next ride and can't wait to get out there on it. I think that speaks volumes for how good the bike is and how it makes you feel.

@chriswest2290

3 ай бұрын

Do they have a steering damper ?

@fazer2747

2 ай бұрын

Curious about the fuel tank size- 3.7 seems a bit small?

@chriswest2290

2 ай бұрын

@@fazer2747 lighter tho

@fazer2747

2 ай бұрын

@@chriswest2290yeah that’s true.

Like seriously how difficult is it for manufacturers to give a digital litre by litre reading of the fuel remaining.

The review I’ve been waiting for !! 🙏

These videos are coming thick and fast Chopsy! ... Love it. ❤. Thinking of getting the MT10 next year and converting my 636 as a track bike

Good price, sounds great, good performance, apparently rides great, but I can’t get over the looks of that front light 🫣

@Bow-to-the-absurd

9 ай бұрын

Xsr900 maybe?

@mark675

9 ай бұрын

Yeah yamahas styling has gone to sh*t atm 😂 The new mt10 is hideous too 🙈

@Ukmongoose3

9 ай бұрын

Someone come up with a replacement, its UGLY….. mind you the XR with the Rd500 bodykit is on a new level……

@MrDeepseadweller

9 ай бұрын

It’s so ugly. Having said that, I thought the new Gen 2 MT-10 was ugly when it came out but now own one (SP version). Absolutely love it.

@Mike_P646

9 ай бұрын

Honestly,a small,black screen transforms the look of the front of the bike

Absolutely agree with you, Chopsy. It is a bloody fantastic bike! ❤

Great review as usual, thanks Chopsy

I just searching for mt09 review.... and then your's come out.... never click to a video this fast💪🏻

Great Video. I love my 2021 MT-09SP. It really is one of the best all around bikes you can buy. Especially with an exhaust and tune.

Perfect for those type of roads. 💪

I love this motor, had it in a Tracer and it is a gem. It felt like it had more instant torque and rev-building than my older gen Speed Triples and thats saying something.

I told you gonna love it!

For few days I was searching your review for the new MT09 and couldn't find it. This morning I woke up and you had made a video on it. Excellent!

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it! 😁👍

i got my 2 months ago ... i still cant belive what a great bike this is! the package and price you cant miss it!

On my second 09 SP 23 plate , spot on review. Was toying with the idea of getting a 10sp , after seeing this I’m keeping my 09

I've had my 21 plate with the titanium akra decat for 2 years and have loved every minute of ownership,will part ex it for another next year , never fails to impress me 👌

Oh bugger, another biker that's on my list of my new bike for next year, so many great choices out there

That was a great vid, nice one chops 😀

I tried the MT09SP and bought the XSR900. Super fun machines!

Had this bike when the gen 3 came out in 2021 & have a 22-plate with the new SP colour. It’s so great I bought it twice! Been all over Europe on it too!

I rode one recently and you are right, it has a LOT of bang for the buck. I would have liked a little more power, but it is so smooth and the quick shifter is so good, its still a great bike. I too found that the front end is a little light. Towards the end of my 1/2 day ride, I started really leaning forward to get some more weight on the front tire while turning and it made a HUGE difference. It really started carving through the turns better and leaned over more. I think it only weighs about 420 lbs, so yes, very light and very "flickable".

Looking forward to your test of the 2024. Looks like yamaha has sorted the majority of issues.

What a great review Chopsy. You nailed it. All yams have an X factor that's not on the spec sheet. I have both the MT10 & 09 and I think they are two of the best motors in motorcycling. The triple.wins every time for me on the grin factor 😊

Looks are improved by a decent screen and rear seat cowl, I have the Gen2 and love it

Perfect bike, engine ( CP3 the best ever)size, power, yamaha reliability, price and that sound❤❤❤

Glad you really like the MT. In addition to the fuel gauge, you can cycle to a fuel burn meter. Every time I fill up the bike, the meter is exact to the tenth of a gallon. Great review.

I took my passenger pegs of, and mounted the evotech performance coverplates. They come with a bracket for the rear brake fluid reservoir.

I have a mt-09 sp 2023 and I love it...its my first bike...very easy to drive...and fast :)

Nice review & a great bike. Regardless of the subjective looks (I don't like them personally but not a deal breaker) it's one of the best value bikes & most bang for your buck on the market imo.

I am so glad you have made a video on this bike. I am in the process of buying one alongside my Harley

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

Thanks Chopsy for finally riding a new MT-09 🙌 I’ve still got my old 2017 model and the engine is the best thing about that bike 👌. I’d love a new one and hearing you sings it’s praises (when considering the bikes you’ve ridden and own), means it’s a very good bike indeed. You do know you need to do another middleweight shootout don’t you? 😆 Love the vids, keep up the great work as always 🙂

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Yes, next year mega middleweight shootout! 😁👍

Very nice about time you tested it 👌

Nice footage and sound bro!!!

Already before this video I knew it will be my new purchase, future looks bright

nice review as always Chopsy , well done !! this looks to be a much more fun bike than the mt10. Good point about the pikes peak and this bike , as both have 17inch wheels. Between I have the new tracer 9 GT - loads of fun , it could maybe do with a steering dampener, and yes has the same issue with the fuel gauge

Fantastic! Check out the Yamaha XSR 900 you will love that even more👍

Good review chops. I’ve got a 22 model. My 2 complaints are fuel gauge like you said, and initial wooden brakes. I replaced pads with Brembo sintered ones and it makes a big difference. Agree front end feels vague at times, but that’s part of the charm 😂

@blueskystailwind544

4 ай бұрын

Use the fuel consumption feature in the menu when you get to 10ltrs it's fuel light comes on.

Great vid as always Chopsy....I will be heading back to the middleweight class once I am done with my S1000R....after your review of the Monster SP I was off to book a test ride.....now to be followed up with the MT09 SP....yes the looks are "Marmite", but nothing a £1000 spent with Pyramid Plastics\Evotech can't improve! The R9 is going to be awesome though....

Great review, I must give one a go.

What a stonking bike and that sound too,👍

I have the MT10 SP 2019 model and i love it but i reckon after having a go on my mates 2022 MT09 SP that it is the best pound for pound value bike out there. Unless you have been on one you really cannot appreciate at what a fantastic bike it is. It actually had me thinking about getting rid of the MT10 and getting the MT09 SP as the whole package is so good for the road. He recently had it remapped and he said its just an absolute weapon.

@512460

6 ай бұрын

Did you pull the trigger on the downsize?

@jeroenb7881

5 ай бұрын

I’ve also sold my mt10 2016 for a new mt09 sp version for same reasons. Best of both worlds defenitly! Its more fun on the roads and couple of trackdays per year. And the biggest benefit is the fuel consumption compare to the mt10🥲

@512460

5 ай бұрын

@@jeroenb7881 interesting I must try get a ride on an Mt09 and mt10 to. See what's what

@jeroenb7881

5 ай бұрын

@@512460yes you should try both of the bikes. The biggest disadvantage of the mt09 sp is that Im missing a steering damper for high speed on the track and sometimes on the roads. Can be a bit wobbly.

@512460

5 ай бұрын

@@jeroenb7881 I currently own a 2017 bmw s1000r however the Mt09 sp has always peaked my interest. Just chose the bmw based on bang for buck for the price I was willing to pay

I’ve had my mt07 for a year now and I absolutely love it so I’m being told I should keep it for one more season and I think the natural progression is the mt09 , I haven’t seen a bad review about them 👍thanks chopsy to review as usual 👍

@512460

6 ай бұрын

Be sure to get sp

I can tell you enjoyed that buddy, seems a real fun bike

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Absolutely amazing :-)

That crossplane character 😊

I currently own this bike. 2021 sp edition. There isn't a better bike for the price and technology on offer. Not too much to daily and sufficiently enough for when hooning around ! 10/10 bike ! And a 4 year guarantee

@informedcarpet

Ай бұрын

I don’t understand what you said, is it ok for a daily commute?

@rosstinelli

Ай бұрын

@@informedcarpet 100% yes

やっぱりカッコイイわ😌 買ってよかった

Great to see Yamaha improve the MT09 over my 2020 one. The front head shake on powering out of curves was unnerving.

Hats off to Yamaha, well played…. 👍

I prefer the look of the MT09 over the MT10. I actually owned one a few year's back and they are a hoot to ride with that glorious CP3 engine, but unfortunately the suspension let it down a bit, even on the stiffest settings it was a bit of a pogo stick but the fun factor was off the charts. When I purchased mine Yamaha were giving away a fully fitted Akrapovic system whithin the price which totally transformed the machine . So glad you enjoyed your MT experience Chops, awesome review as always 😊👍

@exothermal.sprocket

9 ай бұрын

You referring to the 2021+ model or the previous? This current MT-09 series is a total revelation from the last version. There's basically nothing about it that is a carry over from before, pretty much everything is entirely redone, remade.

@deanharris9331

9 ай бұрын

@@exothermal.sprocket That's correct buddy , it was the 2019 model. I know that Yamaha have now corrected those issues and love the new machine. 👍

@exothermal.sprocket

9 ай бұрын

@@deanharris9331 Thought that might be the case. I own an '18 and I've ridden the new model briefly. It's drastically different in feel.

Had my 2021 SP now nearly 2 years done 17k on it toured a good bit on it and totaly agree with front end feel but i have managed to mitagate this some what with settting up the rear shock correctly and lowering front another 8mm makes the bike feel way better can be hard on the breaks into bend no problem now. Fuel gauge hated it also at the start but got use to it and to be honest i see were they was going as i noticed when i go to half but when riding other bikes normal on your last bar before you think dam need fuel.. Great review like allways glad you had fun on it still have fun on mine all the time its a real hoot of a machine....

I can’t wait for these to come in. I just put my deposit down on Friday!!

Another banger of a video Chopsy 👌 Agree Yamaha are defo putting out some cracking bikes. I certainly loved my 2018 MT10 when I had it. Noticed you're riding in the Furygan Get down boots. How are they? I love my Furygan raptor pants and bullring jacket. Was thinking these would be ideal for casual rides/commuting with 😊

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Yes actually very good! Quite tight to get on though. Shoe horn needed!

I do like the low to midrange poke of my Tracer 9 GT. It does float the front in the first three gears, when you get on it. They do sound great!!

Lovely review, can't get enough of that triple whine! Would you be looking to do a first ride review of the 2024 model when its out sometime this year? They seem to have changed few things for 2024! I have a r7 and keen to upgrade to mt09sp or the 765rs

Sounds a good bike to own.Cheers.

I had one brand new beginning of March and it got stolen start of June (Thats Birmingham for you) great fun bike while i had it,Fun to commute on and a great weekend ripper. I think the new GS1300 is tickling my fancy for next year though, I look forward for you to get your hands on one Chopsy. All the best 👍🏼

@chriswest2290

3 ай бұрын

I had the same in London. Couldn't have a nice bike anymore.

I owned a 2018 MT09 SP with the full Akra system, it's a great bike. That engine is a peach, perfect amount of power to get you in (and out) of enough trouble to give you a thrill, but also comfortable for commuting and just kicking about town. For long trips? HA, look elsewhere, fuel tank isn't up to the task, constantly had fuel anxiety. They've gone in an interesting direction with the new styling.. personally doesn't do it for me, if you can find a 2018 model with low mileage then snap it up.

I have been meaning to get a test ride on one of these all year! It just seems like the natural bike for me! Why am I still procrastinating?!

Only got 2500 miles out of my s22 tyres on new mt10 shocking really but had fun doin it

Having just spent months deliberating on a bike for my return to road from dirt the mt09 made so much sense and ticked every box of desire, except 1, the look back when walking away😫 hence I bit the bullet and got a beautiful street triple RS in carnival red😍

@paulbarnes6124

9 ай бұрын

Happy with street triple rs ?

@mxtone

9 ай бұрын

@@paulbarnes6124 just done 1000 kms and definitely right decision for me love riding it and just as important I love looking at it👍

I have an R6 at the moment and I love it so much. Keep coming back to the MT09SP for my next bike as my R6 is getting quite old now... But I'm torn. I love sport bikes. I'm also considering the new CBR600RR. Just can't make my mind up! Really I should go and ride both but even if I love the MT09SP I don't know if in the long run I'll miss having a sport bike...

Love it ❤ Great bike, I owned a Tracer 900 GT, which was stolen, after I went for MT 09SP. The best decision I made.

@hiddendragon415

9 ай бұрын

Interesting, l have a 09 SP and it's great but wondered about the Tracer as an alternative especially for touring. The 09 can do it but the triple buzz really transfers to you hands when doing long distance.

That headlight though!

Finally!

Hello mate, you have nailed it on the head. Biking should be fun, engaging, fun factor etc ... that's why I choose to ride a ktm 990 Superduke ... 2007 + 2011 R Health & happiness geezer Stinky Pete

I have owned this bike since 2021 when it first came out done 17k miles on it. This bike is so much fun to ride, plenty of low down torque which never gets old and its much lighter than MT10.

@chriswest2290

5 ай бұрын

How has the reliability been ?

@no2rides115

5 ай бұрын

@@chriswest2290 it's a yamaha had zero issues

Couldn’t agree more, I rode a 09 and a ‘10 back to back when looking to change from my 2016 mt09. And I had way more fun throwing the 9 around. I just wish it came with the front master cylinder off the xsr

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Yeah odd why the XSR get the Brembo... I didn't find much difference between the brake setups though from a performance point of view

Rambling on at the end!

Bit of you Chopsy !!..... bit of me too I reckon ! Makes a lot of sense 👍

Tickles and giggles. Sounds like fun.

I was after a new Yamaha MT-09 SP a couple of years ago, but there was a lack of supply due to COVID-19. The dealer had a second-hand standard MT-09 in stock, but it was the old model. In the end, I didn't go for it, and bought a new Yamaha Ténéré 700-but even that's gone, now! I'm glad I didn't buy the older model because I later found out about the handling, Neevesy from MCN did a good review on it, and he mentioned the problem. As you say, Chopsy, Yamaha have lowered the front end by 30mm, so it's improved the handling by all accounts. I'm going to look for a new bike in the new year-when it's cold and wet-but I'm taking my time this time around, which is always the best advice.

@soulrebelno1

9 ай бұрын

I'll probably be getting a Kawasaki Z900RS SE “Yellow Ball”, which comes with a Öhlins S46 rear shock, upgraded front shock, and Brembo M4.32s in the new year, I can't wait! I've heard Kawasaki have fixed the snatchy throttle, but others have said their bike never had one in the first place? It would be great if you could do a review on the Z900RS SE, but they're a limited model. 👍

That’s gonna be my next bike. Looks stunning, amazing engine. Fun….fun…..fun……

@512460

8 ай бұрын

Wait up. The 2024 is about to drop in a few months

Hi chopsy, test rode one of these when they first came out. I was on a vfr at the time. Rode it back to back with a used tuono twin. I didn’t like it except the engine which was a veritable beast. So infectious blasting rolling off blasting rolling off. Totally intoxicating but felt rest of bike didn’t match. Back to a 650 now but at 64 a good idea. The cp3 has got to be best engine ever. Wondered why other manufacturers haven’t joined in. I think your point about useable exciting thrust at road speeds is the most contributory factor to riding on the road not the outright hp. Bikes that go from low rpm are the best imo for the road at least. For me pleeeeeeze give me twin clocks. Old fashioned but they just look the dogs

Great review Chopsy, as always - thank you! If you HAD to buy a bike for fun and quick blasts, and the choice was MT-09 SP or SMT 890, which would you chose and why?

I want an mt09 to park next to my 2023 zx6r. Ive got my zx6r set up so well I dont think i could ever part with it, but id love an mt09 for just cruising around and enjoying the torque. I love the top end rush of the zx6r though

My dream bike😍and if everything goes well, I’ll get one this season. Update! I got my baby😍man, this is such a cool looking bike and I can spend hours just looking at it😝now all we need is better weather 🤥

@512460

4 ай бұрын

Hope your time comes

@Pfannkuchenkanone

2 ай бұрын

And have you finally come to enjoy it? :))

@Mr450pro

2 ай бұрын

@@Pfannkuchenkanone Yes. I enjoy it very much! It was the right decision for me😁👌🏻

Best bike ever#regardsfromcroatia

Breakfast viewing sorted and watched all the ads at the end for you 😂

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

You star!! 🙏👍

In common with the likes of BMW S1000R, KTM 1290 Super Duke R and more a decent quality aftermarket progressive steering damper is said to remedy the light/sketchy feeling at the front when travelling at speed.

I think you need to start a leader board on what you find as good bikes to own for fun. 👍

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Good idea 👍

Best bike for the buck. Pound for pound king

Oem S22,s on bm's are single compound! Could be the same on the Yammy, hence the vague front.

I think the triple in the Yamaha is so much better than the efforts from Triumph. Especially if you are road rider.

@DaleMt09sp

9 ай бұрын

Triumphs all top end takes the fun out of road riding good on a track though

@SigmaJAD

9 ай бұрын

Agreed. Had a 2021 Triple. Test road the new one. Triumph was just boring me, couldn't put finger on it. Rode a 2023 XSR, bingo. Changed and never looked back. Engine and fun factor is superior for me

Giday John. love your videos. Would really love to see you do a video on the 2023 yamaha XSR 900. Cheers mate. Peter from down under (NZ)

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Next week 😁👍

And it's Yamaha 😎👍

I'd even go as fas to say that the MT-09SP is the epitomy of refined fun. I'm saying this after trying the KTM, the BMW and the Triumph. I initially didn't want to like the MT-09 as I'd convinced myself that a 4.3in TFT was too small. But after being on the Triumph and re-trying an MT-09, I was staggered about how legible everything is on the Yam, even with the smaller TFT. The Triumph in comparison is just a mess.

It’s marvellous when a standout Fun bike like this one comes along. In my day I think of the RD350,Kawasaki Mach 111 and Mach1V. The fuel blocks on my 1100 B2 used to disappear very quickly. It had fuel injection that made it a very responsive hoon machine. Would adding clip on style sport bars put more weight over the front end?

@LambChopRides

9 ай бұрын

Yes probably would Andrew 👍

Dangit Lamb Chop! Here I am debating between the 2023 MT-09 and the 2023 MT-09 SP and my wallet says get the MT-09 but every time I see a review of the SP I want it more. Great video!

@MrDeepseadweller

9 ай бұрын

Don’t skimp. Pay the extra for the SP - you won’t regret it.

@Mike_P646

9 ай бұрын

Worth getting the sp for the extras and resale value 👌

@Mr450pro

4 ай бұрын

If you’re in love with the SP, definitely buy the SP then or you will regret it. I was in the same boat and I just knew I would regret it if I bought the regular mt09. I love everything about the SP. The black levers, black bar, black brake res. The whole SP color scheme. Again I I love everything even the front light every body hates..😂

Told you you’d like it 😂 only downsides I have are slightly wooden brakes but more than enough really and a poor turning circle As for the fuel gauge you just reset trip 2 when you fill up then fill up again around 100-130 miles Or wait until it flashes then you have 15-20 miles left For making quick progress on British roads there’s not much better

Great review. I wonder if there is a touring screen for it? Just for the odd hour on a motorway. I'm mainly on smaller roads. Must check that out.

@LambChopRides

3 ай бұрын

Pyramid plastics do one 👍

@MotoTourIreland

3 ай бұрын

@@LambChopRides Great news. Must get a test ride somewhere. Thanks much.

Frame needs to be same as swing arm & tank black with blue strip or similar jmo. Maybe a degree or two more rake or an inch or two out the back to settle the front? Still be fun. Maybe funner cos stable.

I found the MT10 more comfortable and planted for a bigger guy, you also lean further forward on the MT10 so the front feels less twitchy when giving it a handful, I've actually got a 2022 MT09 and a 2023 MT10, not sure which one I'm going to keep, probably the 10

I test rode the basic MT09, but couldn't get passed the head light, so ended up with the XSR900 instead 😊

Another great one, mate. Yes....my head says MT09SP, but my heart says 765 RS.... ;-)

@chriswest2290

5 ай бұрын

I have the same dilemma 😅

@johanndemarb6747

2 ай бұрын

Oui donc vous avez choisis quoi au final ? Je suis en hésitation avec la 765 r/ rs, la mt09sp et la tuono même si moins puissante, je pense qu elle peut donner la banane ;-)

How is the build quality and fit/finish on the bike? I am going to get on the wait list for the 2024 model

Cant wait to get my 24 SP!! Had to sell my 22 sp when moved from CA-TN, Insert Mel Gibson screaming blue face "FREEDOM!!" Im on the top of list at a few shops on East Coast.

Hi I would love to see comparison between this bike and the BMW f900r and thank you for this very good review on the bike

This bike is great and very easy to wheelie. I agree with Chops but has 2 negatives. If you ride in town the steering has no turning radius and the brakes and abs are crap.

Tracer 9 gt (not new version) also has the same engine. Very nice

never liked the looks of it, but You sold it Chops haha, great review!