I just came across a '22 at a dealer at a solid discount... came from struggling around on a TW200 after selling my Ninja 650 and missing the ability to ride out to good roads. I absolutely love it. I'm dealing with the wind on the interstate because it keeps me humble and below 80mph, and the roads in SE Missouri are what this thing is built for. I wish it had a helmet lock because it doubles as a great city commuter lol. When I rode it off the showroom floor it was set up in D-mode 4 and I thought it had so much power, and then I read the owner's manual and holy crap, I don't think I'll ever need more power than this. It's only been a week and I've already racked up 2k miles and seen more of the countryside than ever before and it's been the best experience riding I've ever had. What an amazing machine. Your video has really only reaffirmed what I've been thinking since I bought it.

That brake reservoir has to go! It would drive me nuts looking at it rattling away!

Great review, glad to see you're enjoying the bike, hoping to collect mine in two weeks so praying the Irish weather holds out for another while to give me a chance to get a few miles on 😄

Nice review.. you picked the perfect road for it. Hope the next 10K is as smooth.

That's a lot of miles to put on the bike in 5 months! Its nice to watch a review that is truly a review. Thanks for the video!

Thank you for the review! Can't wait for my bike to come in!

Awesome review. I’ve had my SP for about 4 weeks now & could relate to basically everything you’ve mentioned. Just cracked 2k miles also so I’ve been riding at about the same pace as you but seasons coming to an end soon. Safe riding brother

My SP just got delivered today, finally! Can't wait to ride it, this was a sick video while I wait.

Great video man, I love my 2021 MT09! Got it this july, i got about 1400 miles and had to replace my rear tire at 400 miles do to a nail as well lol:( Can't wait to hear how that bad boy sounds with that yoshimura exhaust, I recommend getting the TechSpec tank grips they make huge difference on how the bike feels especially on twisties :)

That is a beautiful scenery to drive,i truly envy you dude.May the gods of two wheels bless you with long and happy drives in twisting back roads.

We must be pretty close. I’m in Hot Springs and got mine last April and put a little over 4K miles on it. Great roads around here! Nice video!

10k miles in 5 months. Wow. I ride more than most people and you ride 3x as much as me. My hat is off to you. Respect.

I bought a 16 MT09 last September, I absolutely fell in love with this bike. Just when on a right through the north tip of the black forest. Beautiful bike, hella fun in the twisties and a great sound. Nice video and thanks for the review!

Having just bought one of these and having just come from a year with an Aprilia RS660 I can confirm that the quick shifter on this is definitely more smooth. It’s one of the first things I noticed.

Fantastic deep review, thanks!

Thorough review, I just got my 2021 2/22 and we’ll done Yamaha! This bike does EXACTLY what it was intended to do, no need for mods IMO. Stay safe

got mine a few weeks ago and it feels like the best street bike ever, definetly worth falling and hurting yourself for if you ask me lmao

Amazing roads you have there

Right on man! Coming from sport bikes, I am having so much fun with this motorcycle. You just can’t have more fun on the street than with this. NW Arkansas rocks too. Get that way sometimes.

I've had mine since May and am also loving it. I just use the trip meter to help me determine when I need to fuel up. I'm averaging around 50 mpg so not too shabby. Thanks for the video.

Super review!

Great work and really interesting real life long term review, only had my 2021 MT09 for three weeks and 350 miles. Agree with all the points you made, and your comment about the fuel gauge made me chuckle.....mine shows full until 80 something miles then 25 miles later shows reserve 😄 but as you say it's a great bike. Cheers from the UK 👍

Great video and sound also.

That’s an awesome road to ride!

I did a demo on it one and was also surprised about the stock exhaust note!

I found a good 2021 MT-09 used that I'm picking up this weekend. If the bike is as advertised, I will buy it. This is one of the best videos I watched on this bike. Thank you for this.

great road you're riding. really good bike

hello ,.. congratulations ,.. beautiful machine ,.. I love the mt 09 ,.. and I still don't have it,.. I'm still on the 07 ,.. which is also very good and fun,.. and even easier , ..but the 09 is another level, no doubt ,.. and really impressed ,.. 5 months ,.. 10 thousand miles ,.. that is, more or less what I've done on the 07 in 2 years ,.. . currently with 13,000 kms ,.. let's see if one day I can go up in the category and it would certainly be another (mt ) in the case, the new mt 09 ,..I love all the mods and improvements in relation to the previous model, it's practically a brand new motorcycle,.. and very well made !!!

It seems to me to be a totally stupendous bike. I will have a test ride before bad weather sets in and plan to buy one in spring. Total bargain, with Yam reliability. A small screen perhaps, to improve the look of the (technical term) front of the bike? Looks fine to me, anyway. Safe riding.

Awesome video. Keep the good video coming. Done subscribed! Just got mine like 2 months ago.

Good review, thank you! You can still exploit the bike‘s full potential by making some modifications to the weight, exhaust system and the fueling of the engine 😎🏁🏁✌️

Love the Pig Trail. Also a great ride is around PINNACLE Mnt up to Wye mnt and make the loop back down 10. LOTS of twist and turns an hills. Thinking of getting one or a 2022 xsr900. Miss the 2005 FZ1 I traded for the 15 Fj-09. The seat was a plank though. After shattering my ankle (not on bike) sold the FJ. Now having withdrawls after riding 24 years. Even if just short rides for my PTSD.

I have a 2020 Mt-09, I haven’t driven the new generation yet but I can say the 2020 is still very smooth and reliable, and lots of fun, the Mt-09 is just an all around great bike no matter what generation it is

Excellent video. Yamaha states use quick shifter up after 2200 rpm

Think out of the naked style bikes this would be my pick! Awesome bike.

Great video! I’ve had my 21 mt09 since June of 2021. It’s my first bike and I’ve put just over 2800 miles on it. Absolutely love it. I’ve been trying to figure out the lif control on it for about 2 weeks and it’s been making me nervous because I believed it was supposed to allow the bike to come up to set heights and idk why. Glad to hear you say it allows it to come up at a different speed because I thought I was doing something wrong haha.

Good review,

Good commentary and amazing roads. Video kept my interest and smooth edits.

It’s Beastmode time

Hey there. 10k since May! Dang.. I got my SP around then but lost about a month of riding but still, I'm only at 4k. I was also commuting on it though. I've made a couple.. um changes to mine. 😬 I might have a problem 🤭 I do like finding a reason to wrench on my bikes though. I enjoyed hearing others input on this bike. It's by far the best handling moto I've ever owned. & I've had 7 now. Btw my windscreen works great. I need it though. To get anywhere nice.. or to work. Always on the HWY. 👍

Its kinda normal when its new. Thats why its better to change at 300 km then at 1000 then at 5000km. Also the filter my two cents. Greetings from Greece. Almost convinced to order it!

I’m so sorry but I had to do some stretches had me dying. Great vid. You speak very well and I feel as if I have learned so much just from this video.

Very Cool bike😎

i had a 2015 MT09 and it was fun to drive. But as higher the milage as mote problems came around and it was present to the whole series. The enginge starts to run rough on continuous hold of the throttel when you had a milage over 10.000 miles. And lots of riders complaint about it so hard and i have concerns that the new one get same issues with time, because the changes in the enginge are only based by the larger internal. Nice video. PS: You press the indicator button very often

Nice review. <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1994">33:14</a> A detail, they didn't move the steering head a miniscule amount, but rather 30 mm, or 1.18 inches, lower.

The one thing that would seal the deal for me is a hydraulic clutch and top of the line suspension. KTM has spoiled me with features, but the reliability and customer service are awful IMO( I'm not exaggerating). I think the mt-09 will be my next bike.,

Great review pal . Have mine now since start of May and have 5k miles up on her including a trip to southern France from Ireland. Little screen on the front turns the bike into a bearable highway machine for extended runs. Also i dumped the S22's after 5 (yes 5) rear punctures in 4k miles don't know if i was unlucky or the tyre is too soft for road riding but now have pilot roads on for 1k miles and zero punctures thus far.

Please give an update about the metal in the oil on your next oil change. I just bought one and I'm waiting on delivery of it. I'm super curious as to what you're going to find this time. Should be nothing but I guess we'll see

I wish I had roads like that near me

Great video and what a nice roads!…..I can only dream of that in my (too) crowded Netherlands. Initially I was considering a Tracer 9 to be my next bike, but I am slowly moving to change it to be a MT09. Not doing that much highway distances anymore, One thing I notices on your video; the wobbly brake fluid reservoir which is situated quite well in your “view”. Once I start noticing; I could not get my eyes off it😉 Is it that distracting/annoying in real life too?

10k miles in 5 months?!🤯 I have a 2017 FZ09 with just over 500 miles. Can’t stop deploying so that and my 2017 Grom take care of my garage. Their like garage watch dogs.

My r1 1st gear goes to 105mph, stock gearing and gps verified 😉.. also you can just get adjustable rearsets for a sport bike to fix the leg crampiness

Puig windscreens are nice check them out I gotnew generation sport but they do have a taller touring model

Great review! Although my OCD kicked in and I was trying to count how many times you switched off your turn signals for no reason :P

I was just at the dealership. They only have the grey ones in the 2023 model which is about $600 dollars cheaper for the exact same bike compared to the 2024 model. I really like the Yama racing blue theme though so I think I’ll suck it up and take the 2024 model. The MT07 is heaps of fun. It’s a great bike to both start and finish on. You really don’t need any more than that.

I’d definitely get your suspension adjusted for your weight. Idc how fast or slow you ride, this is critical and also a properly adjusted suspension can prevent death wobbles.

Thanks for such an informative and real world review! Obviously you didn’t go for the SP version and so I’m assuming the standard MT09 is absolutely fine for most riders and the extra fancy suspension isn’t necessary in most riding situations? Thanks again👍

Great review! There is a high degree of airbox resonance that you hear so an exhaust will only add mode luscious sounds. Did you ever think that it may be even better with a suspension set up?

Every new motorcycle I’ve had has had shavings at the first oil change. Usually shows on the draw plug. That being said, all cleared after breakin oil change.

Looks like a fun environment too. I feel like this bike wouldnt be as fun driving downtown in a congested city like I am in....I think a sport bike will have to be my retirement plan.

10000 miles ? 5 month review !! 😮🤙🏻

Hey nice presentation! Don't you feel air gusts hitting hard on you at top speed without any windshield protection at front?

I have a 2015 MT09. I have to admit that the jerky throtle is throw me off. It's really like everyone describe being like a switch, on and off. But put it into mode B, or what they said the "rain mode", make the bike a little bit smoother. The A mode is very dangerous, especially on wet road. Considering the first gen don't have traction control.

I'm getting an MT-09SP soon. From Rogers, if you can help me with what gear, or accessories that are needed. I know I want tank pads and slider or crash bars. Windshield just for Texas commute, and a screen protector, other than that, what would you recommend. I know exhaust is most people's responses hahaha

It's normal for a little metal to collect on the magnetic drain bolt. Alot or large chunks would be a concern

Awesome reviews,is this CP3 engine consume/burn engine oil? Do u top up engine oil ? Thanks

If the yosh at2 has a removable baffle (db killer), it will be PLENTY loud enough. I have a yosh r77 on my '18 mt09 and without baffle it is LOUD, too loud. With the db killer in, it makes it way more acceptable from idle to about 7k and then it sounds f ing awesome to redline.

What about the annoying chain cam tensioner noise at startup (cold engine)? Also yours does?

thanks for the review. I've owened a 2014 FZ-09 and my biggest gripe was the tank size. This one is 14l as well correct? How has that been for you? They are reportedly better on fuel than the previous two gens.

i like this bike. my imagination has it. but irl not. i hope soon i can have it

Hey man, I bought the 2021 MT-09 aswell and have been wondering about other exhausts. Can you make an updated video on the exhaust you ordered? About the sound etc.?

If I can turn my 2001 xvs1100 in small roads or other small places I'd say it's more a bike to you trust issue with tight slow turns practice more u got it

if it handles perfectly don't soften the suspension that's the issue that my 2017 had now im picking up my 2022 in 2 days.

I want one I'm here in NWA also

I love my yoshi AT2 but I had to buy the insert it was kind of too loud for my neighbor, without it is awesome

Have you ridden the 07? I got my 07 last year but I keep finding myself wishing I got an 09

Does the handle bar twitch when you go over 80? Seems like that's the problem of all the naked bike 😞 what you recommend for interstate riding?

You mentioned first gear engine braking is pretty hard. Does it feel smooth at taking off and ridding at slow speeds? I ride an MT07, I love the bike it is fun. But it feels like every time I get off a stop it can't be ridden slow or chill. It needs to go fast from one stop to the other, which for an everyday commute it gets kinda tiring. I am looking into the CB650R for the inline four, that supposedly has smoother low end since the power is more on the higher revs. But I have always wanted an MT09 and would love to have the extra power, but I am just afraid that it will feel like the MT07 that is always asking for it to be ridden hard at low speeds, can't just take off smoothly at a decent speed.

Would you consider a remap for more torque down low?

Just hit 2500 miles in mine

In your 10,000 miles have you had the bike stall or engine cut out at low speeds when you pull the clutch in?

thinking about trading in my 2023 zx6r for a 2023 mt09 sp. my zx6r is setup so nice, with an exhaust, filter, flash, puig windscreen, carbon pieces etc and absolutely rips and pulls like a train up to 150-160 but its just so uncomfortable for city riding.

What kind of oil are you running? Thanks

no problem with the ECU software? were called by yamaha for resofting, the engine suddenly stops!

Seriously you mention ordering a yoshi system, and you haven't done a video of her with the moore mafia ECU flash and the yoshi :(

How many tyres? you need to look at tyre plugs, saves a fortune. My current Ninja has about 8 plugs. That would have cost me well over £1500 if not for plugs.

Wait you are in NWA? I just picked up a 2023 MT-09 and now watching this video 😅

does ylur seat got side to side like it lose

It the original suspension wobble when corner?

How tall are you bro ? I’m 6,1” just trying to figure out the ergonomics Great video brother 👌🏽

What's your mpg like?

I really like this bike but I can’t get over that headlight. It would look better if the headlight was a bit lower down.

How many times is the turn signal cancel pushed?

I’m seriously thinking about getting one myself.Any problems with the bike so far?God bless and take care.👍🏻

It’s funny you mention the nails..every other block in Fayetteville has construction zones

How did you do 10k miles in a month I do that in a year and I ride to work

If I was you every time I change my oil I would also change the filter it’s such a slight cost I don’t understand why you would do it every other oil change?.

I really enjoyed watching the speedometer on this video if you notice, this driver is on a beautiful road, hardly any cars I haven't seen one in his way yet, and yet he barely ever ever gets above 60 miles per hour. I'm making this point because I am looking at used cruisers, specifically Japanese style like Yamaha v Stars. The only negative anyone says about those bikes is that you don't want to run faster than 70 mph because it feels like the bike needs at least another gear, maybe overdrive? They say that the bike starts to get harsh vibration going through the pegs when you get up there in the 80 mile an hour range. So here I am looking at this guy driving this MT-09, which admittedly has a fantastic engine. But watch other videos of guys driving these high performance MT-09s MT-10, even MT-07s, watch their speedometer on their long video. Hardly ever over 60 mph. And of course the guy is constantly talking about how powerful that bike is. So what?

How many miles you currently have now in mid 2024?

oh I gotta have cruise control lol SP dawg