2026
Yamaha YZF R9 - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 23526 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | YZF R9 |
| Year | 2026 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Fronttire | Bridgestone® BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22F 120/70 ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Reartire | Bridgestone® BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22R 180/55 ZR17 |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 890 / 54.3 |
| Enginedetails | Horizontal In-line, 3 cylinder, 4-Stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 4.90 litres/100 km (48 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Gas |
Other Specifications
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 195 kg |
|---|---|
| Overallheight | 1181.1 mm |
| Overalllength | 2070.1 mm |
| Overallwidth | 706.1 mm |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.
