The 2025 Yamaha R9 is based on the MT-09 but with unique settings, higher-spec components and electronics, and aerodynamic bodywork with winglets. It’s powered by the MT-09’s 890cc CP3 inline-Triple with a 120-degree crossplane crankshaft with a 270-degree firing order. It makes a claimed 69 lb-ft of torque at 7,000 rpm and 117 hp at 10,000 rpm. The R9’s bodywork gives it the lowest coefficient of aerodynamic drag out of any Yamaha R-series model, and it comes equipped with a comprehensive, IMU-supported electronics package.
To put the R9 through its paces, we headed to Sonoma Raceway in California for a full day on the track. Yamaha reps emphasized that the R9 is aimed to strike a balance between track performance and street riding capabilities, and we agree that it offers everything you need for a fun and thrilling day on the track, as well as the comfort and easy-to-ride nature of a streetbike.
Read our 2025 Yamaha R9 Review
2025 Yamaha R9 (YZF-R9) Specs
- Base Price: $12,499
- 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: 55.9 in.
- Rake/Trail: 22.6 degrees/3.7 in.
- Seat Height: 32.7 in.
- Wet Weight: 430 lb (factory claim)
- Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal.
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- Helmet: Arai Corsair-X
- Suit: Alpinestars Stella GP Plus
- Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Plasma
- Gloves: Alpinestars GP Plus R V2
- Boots: Alpinestars Super Tech R
890cc and is slower than a 2004 r6
maybe but who in there right mind wants a 2004 r6…ancient and outdated crash a day track bike
I disagree.
I want one! Wonder what dealer mark up will be! I liked the video review too, nice job. You’re one of the few that mentions more comfortable ergos. I know Ducati with the V2 made that a point and KTM with upcoming RC9 said it will be “all day comfortable”. I hope this one is in line with those. I need to ride Sonoma
I wish the seat height were just a smidge lower. 28” inseam problems.
Fellow 28” inseam and I ride a Street Triple 765RS which has a 32.9” seat height and honestly, it’s just fine. Very easy to rest on more than tiptoes at a stop (on both feet ) and the bike is so light and narrow that having it rest on your leg if you prefer to flatfoot on one foot is a breeze.