Yamaha YZF-R9 – The New Rocket Entering in Bike Market !

 

Yamaha YZF‑R9 – The New Middleweight Supersport

The Yamaha YZF‑R9 is a powerful and modern sport motorcycle from Yamaha, sitting between the R7 and R1. It combines strong performance, lightweight handling, and advanced electronics, making it a fantastic choice for riders who want a track-capable bike that’s easy to ride on the street.

Strong Engine and Performance

The R9 is powered by an 890 cc CP3 inline three-cylinder engine, liquid-cooled and DOHC, delivering around 117 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque—strong low-end and mid-range pull, perfect for sport riding and track days . It uses a 6-speed gearbox with a clutchless up-and-down quickshifter .

 

Lightweight Precision Frame

The YZF‑R9 features Yamaha’s lightest aluminum Deltabox frame for a supersport bike, weighing only 9.7 kg itself. This helps keep the bike’s wet weight at just 195 kg—making it agile and easy to manoeuvre .

 

Suspension and Brakes

It rides on a 43 mm KYB inverted fork and a KYB rear monoshock, both fully adjustable for preload, rebound, and compression .

At the front, it has dual 320 mm Brembo Stylema calipers, and a 220 mm disc at the rear, with cornering ABS .

 

Advanced Electronics

The bike is loaded with tech:

5-inch TFT color display with smartphone connectivity

Six-axis IMU enabling 9-level traction control, 3-level slide control, 3-level wheelie/lift control, and brake control

Ride modes (Sport, Street, Rain, 2 Custom, 4 Track), launch control, engine braking control, and cruise/speed limiter .

 

Aerodynamics and Design

Styled with Yamaha’s R-series DNA, the R9 has a single projector headlight, LED DRLs, and MotoGP-inspired winglets that add downforce without reducing straight-line speed .

 

Colours and Availability

It comes in Team Yamaha Blue, Matte Raven Black, and Intensity White/Redline . In the U.S. and Europe, it began reaching dealerships in March 2025, with MSRP of $12,499 (plus destination charge) .

 

Expected Price and Launch in India

According to Indian sources, Yamaha will probably launch the R9 in India around October 2025, priced between ₹12 – 14 lakh (ex-showroom) .

 

10 Key Specifications

1. Engine: 890 cc inline‑3 CP3, liquid‑cooled, DOHC

2. Power: ~117 hp @ 10,000 rpm

3. Torque: ~93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm

4. Transmission: 6‑speed with quickshifter

5. Frame: Gravity‑cast aluminum Deltabox, 9.7 kg

6. Wet Weight: ~195 kg

7. Front Suspension: 43 mm KYB USD fork, fully adjustable

8. Rear Suspension: KYB monoshock, fully adjustable

9. Brakes: Brembo Stylema 320 mm dual front, 220 mm rear

10. Display: 5″ TFT with connectivity

 

Sweet power and torque: More usable mid-range than many inline-4 bikes

Lightweight handling: 195 kg makes it easy to toss around corners

Track-ready tech: Six-axis IMU, launch control, quickshifter, and multiple modes

Aggressive styling: Winglets and race-inspired design make it stand out

Great value: Priced under liter-class superbikes but bringing many of their features

 

The Yamaha YZF‑R9 is the perfect middle ground for riders who want big-bike performance without the bulk. With strong power, smart electronics, sharp handling, and a competitive price, it’s built for both street and track. Its expected Indian launch in October 2025 makes it an exciting option for performance lovers.