Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha YZF R1

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

Yamaha MT-09 price starts at Rs. 12.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.39 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF R1, priced at Rs. 20.39 Lakh. On the performance front, the MT-09 uses a 890cc engine producing 119 PS @ 10000 rpm and the YZF R1 a 998cc engine producing 200 PS @ 13500 rpm. If you're deciding between the MT-09 and YZF R1, the MT-09 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF R1 stands out for performance.

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MT-09 vs YZF R1 Comparison Summary

Specification Yamaha MT-09Yamaha YZF R1
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.00 LakhRs. 20.39 Lakh
Mileage 20 kmplNot Available
Engine 890 cc998 cc
Max power 119 PS @ 10000 rpm200 PS @ 13500 rpm
Kerb weight 193 Kg203 Kg

MT-09 vs YZF R1 Key Highlights

Basic Info Yamaha MT-09 STDYamaha YZF R1 STD
Rating
63 reviews
22 reviews
Brand Name Yamaha Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.00 Lakh Rs. 20.39 Lakh
Engine Type 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves liquid-cooled inline 4 cylinder DOHC; 4-valves per cylinder
Max Power 119 PS @ 10000 rpm 200 PS @ 13500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Yamaha MT-09 Colors
Yamaha YZF R1 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Unified Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Not Available Not Available
Brochure
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
liquid-cooled inline 4 cylinder DOHC; 4-valves per cylinder
Engine Displacement
890 cc
998 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
119 PS @ 10000 rpm
200 PS @ 13500 rpm
Max Torque
93 Nm @ 7000 rpm
112.4 Nm @ 11500 rpm
Bore
78 mm
79 mm
Stroke
62.1 mm
50.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
TCI
TCI (Digital)
Compression Ratio
11.5 : 1
13.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Unified Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
20 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
link suspension;Swingarm
Swingarm

Tyre Size
Front :-180/70-17 Rear :-120/70-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
855 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2090*820*1145 mm3
2055*856*1166 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1405 mm
Length
2090 mm
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
140 mm
130 mm
Height
1145 mm
1166 mm
Width
820 mm
856 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
193 Kg
203 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
298 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
220 mm

Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Not Available
No
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Power Modes
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Diamond
Diamond
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Super Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
2 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Yamaha MT-09
  • Riding Modes: Multiple modes (Sport, Street, Rain) and customizable options cater to different riding conditions and rider preferences, Technology: Equipped with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, cruise control, and advanced traction control systems, Comfortable for Daily Use: More upright riding posture compared to the R9, making it suitable for daily commutes and city riding
Yamaha YZF R1
  • Performance, technology, features
Yamaha MT-09
  • Braking Setup: While Brembo master cylinders are used, the braking system is not as premium as the R9’s twin Brembo Stylema calipers, potentially offering slightly less performance
Yamaha YZF R1
  • Price
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Yamaha MT-09 Vs Yamaha YZF R1 FAQs

Which bike is best between Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha YZF R1?
As per the users experiences Yamaha MT-09 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But Yamaha YZF R1 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha YZF R1?
The Yamaha MT-09 is cheaper than Yamaha YZF R1 by ₹8.39 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha YZF R1?
For the STD version, 890 cc Petrol engine of MT-09 produces 119 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 93 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 998 cc Petrol engine of YZF R1 produces 200 PS @ 13500 rpm of power and 112.4 Nm @ 11500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Yamaha MT-09 has better performance.
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