Yamaha has taken the covers off its 2025 model YZF-R9, a new breed of performance street bike aimed at providing true supersport-levels of performance in an accessible package that enhances the capability and confidence of a wide range of riders.

Based on Yamaha’s renowned CP3 powerplant, the new R9 boasts a dedicated supersport chassis and comprehensive electronics suite, wrapped in striking next-generation R-series styling.

Yamaha has a rich heritage of building the most sought after supersport motorcycles designed to deliver the pinnacle of performance on and off the track. From the rider-friendly YZF-R3 to the exclusive and track-focused YZF-R1M, the Yamaha R-series model lineup provides options for riders of all skill levels to experience the pure exhilaration of R World.

The new 2025 YZF-R9 was conceived to redefine the supersport class by combining track-capable performance with street bike accessibility through a broad, smooth power delivery, light handling, street-friendly ergonomics and a complete package of advanced rider aids.

A machine as at home on a race circuit in the hands of a seasoned track rider as it is exploring twisty roads or urban streets in the hands of a dedicated road rider.

When the first YZF-R1 was released in 1998 it re-invented the supersport category. The all-new YZF-R9 is placed to repeat that with its combination of street smarts and race track capability. The versatile triple cylinder bike is not designed to take over from the more track-focused YZF-R1, but complement the four-cylinder machine and introduce more riders to the exciting supersports category.

2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 features:
– Renowned 890cc liquid-cooled CP3 engine
– Ride-by-wire Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) System
– Assist and slipper clutch
– Yamaha third-generation quickshifter
– Lightweight gravity-cast aluminium frame
– Fully adjustable high-spec KYB front fork
– Fully adjustable high-spec KYB rear shock
– Brembo Stylema calipers
– Brembo radial master cylinder
– Aerodynamics winglets
– Full color 5-inch TFT display
– Smartphone connectivity
– Advanced six-axis IMU
– Four-level power delivery mode (PWR)
– Nine level lean-sensitive Traction Control System (TCS)
– MotoGP-developed three-level Slide Control System (SCS)
– Three-level Lift Control System (LIF)
– Lean-sensitive Brake Control System (BC) with ABS
– Two-level Engine Brake Management (EBM)
– Back Slip Regulator (BSR)
– Launch Control (LC)
– Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) with preset and customisable settings
– Rear ABS off function
– Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL)
– Full LED lighting
– Intuitive new switchgear
– Cruise control

The new 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 will be available in Team Yamaha Blue, Matt Black or Intensity White/Redline, and will begin arriving to dealers from May 2025. Yamaha will offer the new model at $23,199 ride away – a special introductory offer that ends on 31 March 2025.