The MT-09 is renowned for its stability and agility and this has been enhanced by refined ergonomics with modifications to the handlebar/footrest/seat relationship to improve rider comfort and offer greater freedom in movement for different riding styles while maintaining a sporty forward-lean riding position. In order to achieve this, the overall handlebar position is now lower and the rider can now choose between two adjustable handlebar positions. The steering angle is also increased as a result of the lower profile fuel tank. The newly designed footrests are 30.6 mm back compared to the previous model and have been raised by 9.5 mm, while the footrest height can be adjusted to two different positions. To improve passenger comfort, the tandem footpegs have also been re-designed and are now mounted underneath the rear frame.

The 2024 MT-09 is equipped with a range of next level technology to enhance the overall package and riding experience while remaining true to the Dark Side of Japan concept many have come to love. An all-new, horizontally mounted 5in TFT full colour screen offers the rider an attractive new interface with the choice of four different themes to suit a range of different riding experiences.

For an enriched riding experience, connectivity comes as standard on the MT-09 via a built-in Communication Control Unit (CCU) meaning riders can stay connected while riding by linking their smartphone with their machine via the free MyRide app. As well as seeing call and message notifications on the 5in TFT display, a new dimension is added to the ride by the possibility of taking calls and listening to music via a Bluetooth headset*. Once connected, riders can also make use of the free Garmin StreetCross navigation system, which will display on the 5in TFT dashboard.

The new MT-09 is equipped with the third generation quickshifter, enhancing the ride by enabling clutchless shifts while on or off the throttle. To maintain a more natural feeling, the third generation quickshifter will not operate in certain situations when engine rpm is extremely low or high, and when the machine is neither accelerating nor decelerating. In these circumstances, the quickshifter icon on the new TFT display will indicate whether the quickshifter can be used.