Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs. Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

The Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with a power output of 160 HP and torque of 111 Nm. The fuel system is injection and they both have 4 cylinders and liquid cooling. The displacement of both bikes is 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm suspension at the rear. The shock absorber on the rear is made of aluminum. The frame of both bikes is also made of aluminum and has a Deltabox frame type.

Yamaha MT-10 2017

For braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320 mm. They also both have advanced rider assistance systems including ABS and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is 190 mm and the rear tire diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1400 mm and the seat height is 825 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 210 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 17 liters.

The Yamaha MT-10 2017 has strengths such as a great sound, pleasant wind protection, and a comfortable seating position even on long tours. It also has great engine response and a balanced overall package despite its radical looks and wicked sound. However, it has a weakness in terms of its seating position on the racetrack, which is too inactive. The chassis and ride assistance systems are sufficient for trackdays but not on the same level as other Powernakeds.

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 has strengths such as a great chassis and high ride comfort/utility comfort due to the electronic chassis. It also has a very emotional but nevertheless cultivated engine and pleasant wind protection. Similar to the MT-10, it has a balanced overall package despite its radical looks and wicked sound. However, it also has a weakness in terms of its seating position on the racetrack, which is too inactive. Additionally, the traction control is not up to the level of the Aprilia.

In conclusion, the Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 have similar technical specifications but differ in terms of their strengths and weaknesses. The MT-10 has a focus on great sound and a comfortable seating position, while the MT-10 SP has a focus on a great chassis and high ride comfort/utility comfort. Both bikes have weaknesses in terms of their seating position on the racetrack.