Review Yamaha MT-09 SP 2025: Is it the Best Naked Bike in its league?

The Yamaha MT-09 SP is considered the sportiest version of the popular MT series – featuring Öhlins suspension, the latest-generation quickshifter, and aggressive styling. But is the extra cost over the standard version really justified? In this part of our big Naked Bike comparison series, six 1000PS testers ask the question: Is the MT-09 SP just an expensive tech toy, or a true performance upgrade? We dive into everyday usability, suspension performance, braking power, and the controversial design – directly compared to its strongest competitors.
👉 How does it stack up against the KTM 990 Duke, Honda CB1000 Hornet SP, Z900 SE, and GSX-S1000?
👉 Where does it shine – and where does it disappoint?

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