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Yamaha MT-09 vs Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Comparison

Compare Yamaha MT-09 vs Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Yamaha MT-09 vs Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

MT-09 vs Forty-Eight Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsMT-09Forty-Eight
Price11.3 L11.13 L
Power847.0 CC1202.0 CC
ClassSportsCruiser
Mileage19 KM/L20 KM/L
MT-09
Yamaha MT-09
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.3 L
Forty-Eight
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.13 L
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Neo Roadster
Yamaha MT-09
Neo Roadster
11.3 L
STD
Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight
STD
11.13 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
N/A
7.1
Design-7.50
Performance-7.50
Fuel Consumption-4.50
Significance-6.50
Safety-7.00
Comfort-7.50
Value For Money-7.00

Specifications

Engine CC847.0 CC1202.0 CC
Max Torque87.5097.00
Top SpeedN/A177 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears5 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start
Ground Clearance135 mm mm110 mm mm
Kerb Weight191,193 KG252 KG
Seat Height820 mm710 mm
Fuel tank Capacity14.0 L7.9 L
Mileage19 KM/L20 KM/L
Front Brake TypeHydraulic Dual DiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeHydraulic Single DiscDisc
Front Tyre120/70ZR17M/C(58W) (Tubeless) 130/90B16 73H
Rear Tyre180/55ZR17M/C(73W) (Tubeless)150/80B16 77H
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels

Features

Pros Cons of Yamaha MT-09

Pros

  • Comfortable and excellent riding position
  • Top-class braking setup
  • Powerful engine with ample torque

Cons

  • Costly price point
  • Recurring clutch issues at times
  • Limited service network in India costly parts

Verdict

The Yamaha MT-09 offers a very good package in the middleweight sport naked segment. Responsive engine, communicative chassis with agile handling and a thrilling sound from the intake and exhaust makes the MT-09 a sharp middleweight naked that can take on the very best in the segment.

Pros Cons Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight

Pros

  • Classic H-D cruiser styling
  • V-twin engine sound

Cons

  • Small fuel tank limits range
  • Gearbox not very refined
  • Performance & acceleration

Verdict

The Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Special is definitely not your affordable cruiser. After all, there's a price to be paid to look uber cool and enhance your riding personality. If you're the kind of guy who wants to make a statement with your ride, and nothing short of an all-American v-twin cruiser will do, by all means take a good look at the Forty-Eight, you may end up bringing it home. Just keep in mind that it may start losing its appeal soon.

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