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2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP: Brembo Stylemas and Suspension Upgrades

In October 2023, Yamaha unveiled the revamped 2024 MT-09. But what about the MT-09 SP? Just two days later, on November 2nd, Yamaha introduced the updated 2024 MT-09 SP.

Like the regular MT-09, the 2024 MT-09 SP features the same restyling. However, it also brings several enhancements in terms of performance, appearance, and experience.

The Engine

The engine remains unchanged from the regular 2024 MT-09. It still uses the dual overhead cam, 890cc crossplane triple CP3 engine. Additionally, the 2024 MT-09 SP receives acoustic amplifier grilles mounted on the redesigned fuel tank, just like its sibling model.

SP-specific Upgraded Suspension and Brakes

The MT-09 SP features a new 41mm KYB front fork with full adjustability. Meanwhile, at the rear, it boasts a fully adjustable Öhlins monoshock with a remote preload adjuster.

On the braking side, the 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP is equipped with a pair of Brembo Stylema monoblock calipers and a Brembo radial master cylinder. This setup is complemented by 298mm brake discs at the front and a single 245mm brake disc at the back. Both ends come with standard ABS.

Other SP-exclusive features

The 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP offers exclusive Yamaha Ride Control settings, allowing riders to fine-tune engine power and electronic rider aid intervention levels. Rear ABS is switchable. Additionally, the MT-09 SP incorporates Yamaha’s Smart Key system, enabling easy engine start and fuel cap locking/unlocking with the electronic key fob.

Unmistakable SP Looks

The Yamaha MT-09 SP features a polished, clear-coated aluminum swingarm—a signature of the SP model. The 2024 version comes in an exclusive Liquid Metal and Raven color scheme inspired by the R1.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing and availability may vary by region. In the US, the 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP starts at an MSRP of $12,299. Compared to the previous model, the price increase is only $800. The brake and suspension upgrades make it worthwhile.

The 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP is expected to arrive in US dealerships in late spring of 2024. For accurate information about availability and pricing in your area, it’s best to contact your local authorized Yamaha dealer.

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2024 Yamaha MT-09 Gets A Face Lift, A Brembo Master Cylinder, And More

Yamaha recently unveiled the 2024 MT-09, and it has undergone a redesign. The new model features updated styling, improved ergonomics, a new five-inch TFT display, new switchgear, a new Brembo radial master cylinder, new tires, and more. Let’s take a closer look at all the new features.

The Engine

The 2024 Yamaha MT-09 is equipped with the same 890cc liquid-cooled, dual overhead cam inline three-cylinder CP3 engine as the previous model. It has a bore and stroke of 78.0mm by 62.1mm and a compression ratio of 11.5 to one. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox and comes standard with a slipper clutch and Yamaha’s third-generation up and down quickshifter.

Suspension

The 2024 MT-09 features a fully adjustable 41mm upside-down KYB front fork and an adjustable KYB rear shock with revised linkage settings. The suspension has been tuned to better accommodate the new tires on the bike.

Brakes

The new MT-09 is equipped with a Brembo radial master cylinder and a dual 298mm front brake disc setup for enhanced braking control. In the rear, it has a single 245mm brake disc. ABS comes standard, and both the brake and clutch levers are adjustable from the factory.

Wheels and Tires

The 2024 MT-09 rides on 17-inch Yamaha spinforged aluminum wheels and comes with Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 tires as standard.

Electronics

The bike now features a larger five-inch full color TFT display with smartphone connectivity and navigation capability. It uses the Garmin StreetCross app for navigation. The 2024 MT-09 also has three pre-programmed and two customizable ride modes, cruise control, and self-canceling turn signals. It is equipped with a switchable back-slip regulator to reduce rear wheel lockup during heavy engine braking.

Other New Features

The 2024 MT-09 has a redesigned face with a slimmer LED headlight, fuel tank, and tail section. It also has a new underseat USB C socket and a new two-duct intake design with acoustic amplifier grilles on top of the fuel tank. It offers improved sound induction. The bike is available in various colors, depending on the region.

Colors, Pricing, and Availability

In the US, the 2024 Yamaha MT-09 starts at $10,599 and comes in Team Yamaha Blue, Midnight Cyan, and Matte Raven Black. It will be available at Yamaha dealerships in March 2024.

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Yamaha XSR900 DB40 Prototype Showcased at Goodwood 2023

For years, there have been rumors about Yamaha creating a sportbike based on the popular MT-09 platform. With the discontinuation of the YZF-R6, Yamaha’s supersport lineup has had a void to fill. While the YZF-R7 now serves as the brand’s middleweight option, it doesn’t offer the same level of performance as the YZF-R6.

However, it seems that Yamaha may have found a solution with the YZF-R9. Although the company hasn’t made any official statements about a new sportbike based on the MT-09 platform, some patents have been filed for the name. Now, at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed, Yamaha unveiled the XSR900 DB40 prototype, built on top of the brand’s flagship neo-retro machine, the XSR900.

Unlike the naked XSR900, the DB40 prototype features a full fairing, lower clip-ons, and higher rearsets for a sportier setup. The prototype differs significantly from the neo-retro naked bike, with the frame, engine, and wheels being the only shared components.

The bodywork on the DB40 prototype is unique, with a front fairing that evokes a retro-inspired design similar to the YZF-R1. The tail also has an 80s-inspired boxy design, resembling the current generation XSR900. The prototype utilizes an Ohlins rear shock and blacked-out inverted forks for suspension.

The XSR900 DB40 prototype not only celebrates Yamaha’s four decades of using the aluminum Deltabox frames on its sportbikes, but it also hints at the future of Yamaha sportbikes. With a working prototype, it’s likely that the DB40 is more than just a tribute to racing heritage.