Yamaha MT-09 vs BMW F 800 GS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha MT-09stacks up against the BMW F 800 GS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MT-09BMW F 800 GS
Model year20262026
Price$10,999$10,925
Engine890 cc895 cc
Horsepower117 hp
Torque93 Nm
Weight193 kg227 kg
Seat height825 mm815 mm
Fuel capacity14.0 L15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed manualManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual 298mm discsDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle 245mm discHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-17 front, 180/55-17 rear110/80 R19 / 150/70 R17

Yamaha MT-09 vs BMW F 800 GS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MT-09 and the BMW F 800 GS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha MT-09 brings 117 hp in a 193 kg package, while the BMW F 800 GS counters with its own power figure at 227 kg. On price, the BMW F 800 GS has the lower MSRP.

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: