Across 6 covered model years from 2018 to 2025, the Yamaha MT-09 SP motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 419.1 lb (190.1 kg) to 425.5 lb (193 kg).
Yamaha MT-09 SP weight overview
This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Yamaha MT-09 SP?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha MT-09 SP is heavier than about 52.9% of 69 Yamaha naked bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha MT-09 SP weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 419.1 lb (190.1 kg) to 425.5 lb (193 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 847 cc to 890 cc |
| Torque | 64.5 lb-ft (87.5 Nm) to 68.6 lb-ft (93 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2018 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 15.17 lb-ft / 100 lb to 16.37 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.99 cc / lb to 2.12 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 47.1 lb / 100 cc to 50.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.4% to 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha MT-09 SP weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha MT-09 SP weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 419.1 lb (190.1 kg) to 425.5 lb (193 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Yamaha MT-09 SP weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 53rd percentile for weight among 69 compatible Yamaha naked bikes.
Are all Yamaha MT-09 SP model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha MT-09 SP?
A full tank works out to about 23 lb (10.4 kg) from the listed 3.7 US gal (14 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Yamaha MT-09 SP weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 599.1 lb (271.7 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much torque does the Yamaha MT-09 SP have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 15.17 lb-ft per 100 lb to 16.37 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Yamaha MT-09 SP displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.99 cc per lb to 2.12 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Yamaha MT-09 SP easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Yamaha Motorsports website.