Yamaha MT-09: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Yamaha MT-09? Its 32.5" (83 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 32.5" / 83 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 425 lb / 193 kg |
| Style | standard |
| Seat width | medium |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~31.0" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~30.0" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $10,599 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Yamaha MT-09 at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Too tall |
| 29" | Tiptoes |
| 30" | Tiptoes |
| 31" | Balls of both feet |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Yamaha MT-09?
- The Yamaha MT-09 has a published unladen seat height of 32.5 inches (83 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.0 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Yamaha MT-09?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Yamaha MT-09 from roughly a 31.0-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 30.0 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Yamaha MT-09 be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Yamaha MT-09 are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Yamaha MT-09
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