Symbiosis with Darkness
Over the last decade, the MT-09 has cemented its status as a Yamaha icon and now, there is a whole new dimension to the Dark Side of Japan. All the qualities which make the MT-09 a leader in its class have been elevated to the next level with the introduction of Y-AMT. Feel more at one with the MT-09 than ever before, focus on the adrenaline-inducing acceleration and super-precise handling with gear changes distilled to a sporty and slick finger-operated shift (MT) or fully automatic transmission (AT).
The hands are one of the most powerful and tactile tools the human body has to offer. So shifting by hand alone, as opposed to a foot-and-hand combination is not only quicker, but requires less thinking time, enabling the discovery of a completely new way to experience the thrill of the CP3 motor. MT offers quicker and more consistent, clutchless gear changes at your fingertips via an intuitive and tactile see-saw switch, enabling the MT-09's true performance to be unleashed at its full sporty potential.
This revolutionised shifting experience allows you to hyper-focus on the MT-09's razor sharp handling, braking and pure acceleration. With an intensified riding experience, the symbiosis between rider and machine reaches a whole new level in the sportiest of riding conditions. Alternatively, simplify shifting even further with AT, which offers a fully automatic transmission with two options to suit different riding scenarios.