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Yamaha MT-09 vs Zero SR/F

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Yamaha MT-09 and Zero SR/F are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The Yamaha MT-09 undercuts the Zero SR/F by about $10,596, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Yamaha MT-09 leads on power with 119 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Yamaha MT-09
Our pick
8.6

Yamaha

Yamaha MT-09
Zero SR/F
8.0

Zero

Zero SR/F

The verdict

The Yamaha MT-09 is our pick of this group on the numbers, scoring 8.6/10.

Best for new riders

Yamaha MT-09

119 hp.

Most exciting

Yamaha MT-09

119 hp and 0.62 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Yamaha MT-09

Our 8.6/10 at $10,599, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Yamaha MT-09

193 kg with an 825 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Yamaha MT-09

Our top score in this matchup at 8.6/10.

Price & rating
Price$10,599$21,195
KickTheStand score8.6 / 108 / 10
Performance
Engine890cc tripleElectric
Power119 hp110 hp
Torque93 Nm190 Nm
Power-to-weight0.62 hp/kg0.50 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm KYB USD forkn/a
Rear suspensionMonoshockn/a
Front brakesDual 298mm discs, radial 4-pistonn/a
Rear brakesSingle 245mm discn/a
Dimensions & practicality
Weight193 kg220 kg
Seat height825 mm787 mm
Fuel capacity14 Ln/a
Suitability
ClassNakedNaked
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best forsport, commutingcommuting, sport

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Yamaha MT-09 vs Zero SR/F: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Zero SR/F?

The Yamaha MT-09 makes the most power at 119 hp and 93 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Zero SR/F?

The Yamaha MT-09 is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $10,599.

Which is lighter, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Zero SR/F?

The Yamaha MT-09 is the lightest at 193 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Yamaha MT-09 or the Zero SR/F?

For a new rider we'd point to the Yamaha MT-09: 119 hp and 193 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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