Side-by-Side Comparison

Honda CB 400N vs Yamaha MT-09

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Sweden.

Honda

Key Specifications

Honda CB 400NSpecYamaha MT-09

kr42,000Pricekr129,900

395Engine (cc)890

58Power (hp)150

33Torque (Nm)88

15.0Mileage (km/l)20.0

171Weight (kg)193

14Fuel Tank (L)14

8Rating9.2

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Yamaha MT-09

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

Inline-four, air-cooled, four-strokeEngine Type4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves, In-line Three-cylinder

ManualTransmission TypeConstant Mesh, 6-speed

Wet multi-plateClutch TypeWet, Multiple Disc, Assist & Slipper

ChainDrive TypeChain Drive

HondaBrandYamaha

CB 400NModelMT-09

Honda CB 400NBike NameYamaha MT-09

1978-1986Model Year2026

Standard / NakedCategory/TypeHyper Naked

JapanCountry of OriginJapan

JapanAssembly LocationJapan (Primary production)

DiscontinuedStatusAvailable

Red, Blue, Black, SilverColors AvailableIcon Blue, Tech Black, Midnight Cyan

Lead-acidBattery Type12V (Sealed Type)

FlatSeat TypeSingle

StandardHandle TypeWide Tapered Handlebar

Steel double-cradleFrame TypeDiamond (CF Die-cast Aluminum)

Dual-sidedSwingarm TypeDouble-sided Aluminum Swingarm

—Charger TypeNot Available (Standard AC Generator)

Engine & Performance

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

395Displacement (cc)890

37 hp @ 10,500 rpmMaximum Power119 PS @ 10,000 rpm

3.3 kg·m @ 8,500 rpmMaximum Torque93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm

43 HPPeak Power87.5 kW

4Number of Cylinders3

SOHCValve ConfigurationDOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder4

51 mmBore78.0 mm

48 mmStroke62.1 mm

51 x 48 mmBore x Stroke78.0 mm x 62.1 mm

9.3:1Compression Ratio11.5 : 1

Air-cooledCooling SystemLiquid Cooled

CarburetorFuel Supply SystemElectronic Fuel Injection

CDIIgnition SystemTCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)

TransverseEngine LayoutTransverse Inline-3

10W-40Engine Oil Grade10W-40 (Recommended)

Electric / KickStarting SystemElectric

—Engine Kill SwitchYes

—Power-to-Weight RatioApproximately 0.61 bhp/kg

—Emission StandardEU5+

—Power Mode IndicatorYes (D-Mode Riding Modes)

Fuel & Mileage

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

3.0Engine Oil Capacity3.50 L

16 LFuel Tank Capacity14 L

15Mileage City18 kmpl (Approx.)

20Mileage Highway22 kmpl (Approx.)

12.0Battery CapacityN/A (Standard 12V)

~250 kmRange280 km (Approx.)

—Fuel Economy5.0 L/100km

—Average Mileage20 kmpl (Approx.)

—Range IndicatorYes

—Low Fuel WarningYes

Performance & Speed

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

160 km/hTop SpeedOver 220 km/h

—Acceleration (0-60)3.0 seconds (Approx.)

—Acceleration (0-100)3.5 seconds (Approx.)

—Quick ShifterYes (Up and Down)

—Launch ControlYes

—Traction ControlYes (Lean-sensitive)

Transmission & Drive

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

6Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

ChainPrimary Drive—

ChainFinal DriveChain

ChainDrive Chain/Belt TypeChain

Dimensions & Weight

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

2,010 mmOverall Length2,090 mm

765 mmOverall Width820 mm

1,075 mmOverall Height1,145 mm

1,330 mmWheelbase1,430 mm

780 mmSeat Height825 mm

182 kgKerb Weight193 kg

—Ground Clearance140 mm

Brakes & Safety

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

DiscFront Brake TypeHydraulic Dual Disc

DrumRear Brake TypeHydraulic Single Disc

2392.0Front Brake Size298 mm

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

—Rear Brake Size245 mm

—ABS TypeDual Channel (Lean-sensitive)

—Anti-Theft SystemImmobiliser

Suspension & Handling

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

Telescopic forkFront Suspension Type41mm Inverted Telescopic Fork, Adjustable

Dual shock absorberRear Suspension TypeLink Suspension, Monoshock

—Front Suspension Travel130 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel117 mm

—Adjustable ControlsBrake and Clutch Levers

Wheels & Tires

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

3.60-19Front Tyre Size120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

4.10-18Rear Tyre Size180/55ZR17M/C (73W)

19Front Wheel Size17 inch

18Rear Wheel Size17 inch

TubeTyre TypeTubeless

Varies (vintage)Tyre BrandBridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 (Typically)

SpokeWheel TypeAlloy

SteelWheel MaterialAluminum

Electrical & Battery

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

12.0Battery Voltage—

YB12A-ABattery Rating—

YesBattery Removable—

—USB ChargingYes (Type-C)

Lighting & Display

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

HalogenHeadlight TypeLED

BulbTail Light TypeLED

BulbTurn Signal TypeLED

AnalogDisplay Type5-inch Full Color TFT

AnalogSpeedometer TypeDigital

AnalogOdometer TypeDigital

AnalogTachometer TypeDigital

AnalogFuel Gauge TypeDigital

—Error Code DisplayYes

—DRLYes

—Hazard LightYes

—ClockYes

—Pass Light SwitchYes

—Side Stand IndicatorYes

Technology & Features

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

AnalogTrip MeterDigital

—Mobile ConnectivityYes (Y-Connect)

—Bluetooth FeaturesCalls, Messages, Music control

—NavigationTurn-by-turn (via Garmin StreetCross)

—Riding ModesYes (SPORT, STREET, RAIN, and 2 Custom modes)

Comfort & Ergonomics

Honda CB 400NAttributeYamaha MT-09

MinimalWind ProtectionMinimal (Naked Bike Design)

YesPillion SeatYes

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesPillion Grab RailsNot Available (Accessory only)

StandardFootpeg PositionRear-Set

—Storage CompartmentsNone

—Under Seat StorageMinimal/None

Honda CB 400N vs Yamaha MT-09: Which one should you buy in Sweden?

The Honda CB 400N and Yamaha MT-09 are two popular motorcycles in Sweden. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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