Yamaha can make a big bang on October 9. The company may launch a cool bike named YZF-R9 on this day. The company has released its teaser.
Yamaha has announced the global launch of a new motorcycle on October 9, 2024, which is likely to be the YZF-R9. The Japanese manufacturer published a new teaser on its social networks with the caption “A new era rises. October 9”. The video shows a countdown that stops at the number “9” and gives us a glimpse of a full-fairing sports bike. When released, the Yamaha R9 is expected to slot between the recently introduced 2025 R1 model and the YZF-R7.
What to expect from the Yamaha YZF-R9?
The Yamaha YZF-R9 is expected to be based on the existing MT-09 hyper-naked motorcycle. Currently, the Yamaha MT-09 is the only one in the range to be spared the touch of full fairing. So the YZF-R9 motorcycle can inherit most of the components from the MT-09.
Yamaha YZF-R9 engine Powertrain
The upcoming Yamaha R9 features an 890cc liquid-cooled in-line three-cylinder engine, which powers the MT-09. This engine generates 117 hp at 10,000 rpm and a torque of 93 Nm at 7,000 rpm. The unit will be mated to a 6-speed gearbox and a multi-plate clutch.
The YZF-R9 is expected to feature similar styling to the flagship R1 and R7 models. It can be made on a diamond frame. It may have USD front forks at the front and an adjustable link-style swingarm at the rear. Braking functions should be carried out by hydraulic discs, with a travel of 298 mm at the front. Double disc and 245 mm at the rear. Is a single disk.
India currently does not have access to Yamaha’s premium sports bike range, with the 321cc R3 being the most powerful variant currently available. The company is rumored to be considering bringing its high-end motorcycles to Indian shores once again. The YZF-R9 could be an ideal contender to bring to Indian shores.