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Top 5 Features - 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Review

A review of the standout features of the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9.

Updated: October 16, 2024

The 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 is a highly anticipated sportbike that blends aggressive R-series styling with advanced technology in a friendly and easy-to-ride package. Positioned between the YZF-R7 and YZF-R1, the R9 supersport features a powerful 890cc inline three-cylinder engine, derived from the MT-09, delivering a thrilling combination of torque and high-revving power. Its lightweight chassis is designed for sharp handling, with fully adjustable suspension and Brembo braking components for precise control. A full-color TFT display, multiple ride modes, traction control, and quickshifter technology provide modern rider aids. The R9′s aerodynamic styling takes cues from its R-series siblings, offering a race-inspired look with improved wind protection. Here are the top five features of Yamaha’s 2025 YZF-R9:

The R9 benefits from a real twin-spar aluminum frame and swingarm, weighing 430 pounds with a full tank of fuel.
It comes with an inverted KYB fork with independent spring preload and separate damping adjustment atop the fork leg, along with Brembo Stylema calipers and a Brembo radial master cylinder.
The wailing, fun-loving 890cc CP3 engine produces around 108 hp and 63 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with a 180/55-series Bridgestone Battlax tire. The R9 is equipped with an advanced electronic suite, including adjustable engine power modes, IMU-powered traction control, slide control, wheelie control (Yamaha calls it “lift control”), engine-brake control, launch control, cruise control, and a slick-shifting up-and-down quickshifter, all managed via a 5-inch color TFT display.
The YZF-R9 features full bodywork with integrated winglets that are functional and add downforce to the front wheel.
Lastly, Yamaha has finally introduced a steppingstone between the YZF-R7 and the flagship YZF-R1. The YZF-R9 is priced at $12,499 and will be available at Yamaha Motor USA dealers in spring 2025.

2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Technical Specifications and Price

MSRP:	$12,499
Engine:	DOHC, liquid-cooled, inline three-cylinder; 12 valves
Displacement:	890cc
Bore x Stroke:	78.0 x 62.1mm
Compression Ratio:	11.5:1
Transmission/Final Drive:	6-speed/chain
Fuel System:	Fuel injection w/ YCC-T ride-by-wire
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate slipper/assist
Engine Management/Ignition:	Transistor-controlled ignition
Frame:	Aluminum, gravity-cast Deltabox
Front Suspension:	KYB 43mm SDF fork, fully adjustable; 4.7 in. travel
Rear Suspension:	KYB monoshock, fully adjustable; 4.6 in. travel
Front Brake:	4-piston Brembo Stylema calipers, dual 320mm discs w/ ABS
Rear Brake:	1-piston caliper, 220mm disc w/ ABS
Wheels, Front/Rear:	Spin-forged aluminum; 17 x 3.5 in. / 17 x 5.5 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:	Bridgestone Battlax; 120/70-17 / 180/55-17
Rake/Trail:	22.3°/3.7 in.
Wheelbase:	55.9 in.
Ground Clearance:	5.5 in.
Seat Height:	32.7 in.
Fuel Capacity:	3.7 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight:	430 lb.
Contact:	yamahamotorsports.com