For the 2015 model year, the Yamaha MT-09 ABS motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 421.1 lb (191 kg).
Yamaha MT-09 ABS 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 ABS?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha MT-09 ABS is heavier than about 54.3% of 69 Yamaha naked bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha MT-09 ABS weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 421.1 lb (191 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 847 cc |
| Torque | 64.5 lb-ft (87.5 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 15.33 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.01 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 49.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha MT-09 ABS weight FAQ
How much does the Yamaha MT-09 ABS weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 421.1 lb (191 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 ABS weight compare with similar Yamahas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 54th percentile for weight among 69 compatible Yamaha naked bikes.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Yamaha MT-09 ABS?
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 ABS weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 601.1 lb (272.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the Yamaha MT-09 ABS torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 15.33 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Yamaha MT-09 ABS engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.01 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 ABS 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.