Yamaha MT-10 2016 vs. Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2016

Yamaha MT-10 2016

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

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Overview - Yamaha MT-10 2016 vs Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

The Yamaha MT-10 2016 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an inline engine with 160 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection and they both have four cylinders and liquid cooling. The displacement is 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. The rear suspension is made of aluminum. The frame of both bikes is also made of aluminum and is of the Deltabox type.

The front brakes on both models are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm. They both have advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control.

Yamaha MT-10 2016

Yamaha MT-10 2016

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is 190 mm and also has a diameter of 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 2016 has strengths such as a CP4 engine, which gives it a strong character and an unmistakable sound. It is also extremely agile and has high-speed stability. The brakes are strong and reliable.

However, the Yamaha MT-10 2016 has weaknesses in terms of comfort and wind protection. The seating position is hard and it lacks comfort for longer rides.

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

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 due to the electronic chassis. The engine is very emotional but still cultivated, and it offers pleasant wind protection. Overall, it is a balanced package despite its radical looks and wicked sound.

However, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 has weaknesses such as traction control that is not up to the level of the Aprilia and an inactive seating position on the racetrack.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha MT-10 2016 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 have similar technical specifications, but the MT-10 SP 2017 offers additional features such as electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, ride by wire, and improved traction control. It also provides better comfort and wind protection. However, it has some weaknesses in terms of traction control and seating position on the racetrack.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-10 2016 compared to Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2016
Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore79 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke50.9 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,500 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeDeltabox
RakeRake66 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter220 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,110 mmHeight1,110 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-10 2016

Yamaha MT-10 2016

The short and stocky MT-10 is the furthest away from the R1 superbike of the renowned power naked bikes, both in terms of looks and chassis, but the heart of the MT-10 is directly descended from the racetrack weapon and fascinates with a uniquely raw sound and power from below thanks to the typical crank pin offset, which, with a modified firing order, ensures this unique character. The resulting 160 hp therefore only seem a little weak on paper compared to the more than 200 hp of the R1, in reality the MT-10 also ignites incredible fireworks. The suspension would probably be too soft for the race track, but it is just right for a country road fight, and the brakes do the same - probably only acceptable for the track, but perfect for the country road.

CP4 engine

strong character

extremely agile

high-speed stability

strong brakes

unmistakable sound

Poor comfort

limited wind protection

hard fit

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017

With the SP version, the MT-10 becomes cooler, more desirable and, thanks to the high-quality chassis, better. The semi-active suspension from the R1M is the best in the naked bike league. Highest quality and best function in combination. The chassis also excites on the racetrack. Nevertheless, the MT-10SP is not a racing machine, because the seating position is not active enough for that.

great chassis

high ride comfort / utility comfort due to the electronic chassis

very emotional but nevertheless cultivated engine

pleasant wind protection

balanced overall package despite radical looks and wicked sound

Traction control not up to the level of the Aprilia

Too inactive seating position on the racetrack

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-10 vs Yamaha MT-10 SP

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-10 2016 and a Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 is about 25% higher. A Yamaha MT-10 2016 experiences a loss of 800 USD in one year and 1,840 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 2,320 USD and 1,580 USD for a Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017. Compared to Yamaha MT-10 SP 2017 there are more Yamaha MT-10 2016 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-10 with 97 days compared to 123 days for a Yamaha MT-10 SP. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 32 reviews for the Yamaha MT-10 and 18 reviews for the Yamaha MT-10 SP since model year 2017. The first review for the Yamaha MT-10 was published on 11/17/2015 and now has more than 20,700 views. This compares to more than 28,600 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-10 SP published on 10/4/2016.

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