Vulcan Drifter Riders

The 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP is the "Sports Production" version of the MT-09, which is now in its fourth generation since it debuted 10 years ago. The SP ups the performance with better suspension and brakes, plus a few extras.

High-quality components on the SP include a higher-spec KYB fork with DLC-coated tubes and full adjustability, a fully adjustable Öhlins shock with remote reservoir, Brembo Stylema brakes, a wireless key system, and special settings in the electronics suite.

We traveled to western North Carolina to try out the SP on some of the area's most famous motorcycling roads – including the Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, and the Cherohala Skyway – and to find out if the higher-spec SP is truly worth its $1,700 premium over the base model.

Read our 2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Review

2024 Yamaha MT-09 SP Specs

• Base Price: $12,299





• Website: YamahaMotorSports.com





• Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles





• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled transverse inline-Triple, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl. 





• Displacement: 890cc





• Bore x Stroke: 78.0 x 62.1mm





• Horsepower: 117 hp @ 10,000 rpm (factory claim)





• Torque: 69 lb-ft @ 7,000 rpm (factory claim)





• Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch 





• Final Drive: Chain





• Wheelbase: 56.3 in.





• Rake/Trail: 24.7 degrees/4.3 in.





• Seat Height: 32.5 in.





• Wet Weight: 428 lb (factory claim)





• Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal.





• Fuel Consumption: 41.3 mpg (MT-09)

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• Helmet: Speed and Strength SS900





• Jacket: Speed and Strength Lightspeed Mesh





• Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 5





• Gloves: Speed and Strength Rust and Redemption





• Pants: Speed and Strength Dogs of War





• Boots: Speed and Strength United by Speed Shoe

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