Yamaha has teased the upcoming launch of the all-new R9, a faired version of the existing MT-09 that will share the same engine. The current gen MT-09 is available in three variants and is the first motorcycle out of Yamaha to feature the all new Y-AMT gearbox.
- Will be the new flagship superport by brand
- Will likely share the same engine as MT-09
Yamaha R9 details
The MT-09 is powered by a 888cc, liquid-cooled, three-cylinder motor that produces a peak output of 119hp at 10,000rpm and 93Nm at 7,000rpm. The upcoming R9 will likely get the same motor, but its state-of-tune and output figures remain to be seen. Currently, the MT-09 is offered in three variants: standard, Y-AMT, and SP. We recently had the opportunity to fly to Japan to ride the MT-09 Y-AMT, along with its other variants. The R9 will also likely get the same 6-speed gearbox as the standard variant.
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