Yamaha FZ-09 vs MuZ Kobra 850 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ-09stacks up against the MuZ Kobra 850. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ-09MuZ Kobra 850
Model year20171996
Price
Engine847 cc849 cc
Horsepower115 hp92 hp
Torque61 Nm79 Nm
Weight200 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Hydraulic.Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Yamaha FZ-09 vs MuZ Kobra 850 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ-09 and the MuZ Kobra 850 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ-09 brings 115 hp, while the MuZ Kobra 850 counters with 92 hp at 200 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: