Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2015

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2015

BMW S 1000 R 2015

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Overview - Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs BMW S 1000 R 2015

The Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the BMW S 1000 R 2015 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, power, torque, and cylinders. The Yamaha MT-10 has a displacement of 998 ccm, while the BMW S 1000 R has a displacement of 999 ccm. Both bikes have upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock. They also have aluminum frames, with the Yamaha MT-10 having a Deltabox frame and the BMW S 1000 R having a Twin Tube frame.

In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk front brakes. The Yamaha MT-10 has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control, while the BMW S 1000 R has dynamic suspension as its advanced rider assistance system.

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire width and diameter. The Yamaha MT-10 has a wheelbase of 1400 mm and a seat height of 825 mm, while the BMW S 1000 R has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1439 mm and a slightly lower seat height of 814 mm. The Yamaha MT-10 also has a slightly higher kerb weight of 210 kg compared to the BMW S 1000 R's 207 kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of around 17 liters, with the BMW S 1000 R having a slightly larger capacity of 17.5 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-10 2017 is praised for its great sound, pleasant wind protection, comfortable seating position even on long tours, great engine response, and balanced overall package despite its radical looks and wicked sound. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2015 is praised for its powerful and well-controllable engine, powerful braking system, and comparatively comfortable seating position.

BMW S 1000 R 2015

BMW S 1000 R 2015

However, the Yamaha MT-10 2017 does have some weaknesses. Its seating position on the racetrack is considered too inactive, and its chassis and ride assistance systems are sufficient for trackdays but not on the same level as other Powernakeds. As for the BMW S 1000 R 2015, it is noted to have irresistible but expensive optional extras, a hard chassis, and vibrations in the handlebars.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the BMW S 1000 R 2015 have their strengths and weaknesses. The Yamaha MT-10 offers a balanced overall package with great sound and comfortable seating, while the BMW S 1000 R provides a powerful engine and braking system with a comparatively comfortable seating position. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-10 2017 compared to BMW S 1000 R 2015

Yamaha MT-10 2017
BMW S 1000 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore79 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke50.9 mmStroke49.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque9,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter46 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsDynamic suspension

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 mmLength2,057 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth845 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,439 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height814 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)207 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

The Yamaha MT-10 exudes a lot of emotion with the cool CP4 engine, but also doesn't forget pragmatic utility. For a naked bike, it offers a lot of comfort on long tours. It rides fast but is still refined at all times. On the racetrack, the chassis is not precise enough to beat the other Powernakeds. Overall, however, it scores with its versatility paired with radical looks and awesome sound.

great sound

pleasant wind protection

comfortable seating position even on long tours

great engine response

balanced overall package despite radical looks and wicked sound

Too inactive seating position on the racetrack

chassis and ride assistance systems sufficient for trackdays but not on the same level as the other Powernakeds.

BMW S 1000 R 2015

BMW S 1000 R 2015

With the BMW S 1000 R, you notice both the close relationship to the S 1000 RR superbike and the endeavour to equip the machine with a high degree of comfort for country roads and everyday use. Accordingly, the 1000cc four-cylinder power unit is brute and yet easily controllable, and the seating position is correspondingly sporty and comfortable. The fact that the S 1000 R is one of the most affordable power naked bikes is surprising and very pleasing, although one must not get hold of the list of optional extras - because thanks to the many irresistible features, it will certainly be more expensive.

Powerful and well controllable engine

powerful braking system

comparatively comfortable seating position.

irresistible but expensive optional extras

hard chassis

vibrations in the handlebars

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-10 vs BMW S 1000 R

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-10 2017 and a BMW S 1000 R 2015. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A Yamaha MT-10 2017 experiences a loss of 1,000 USD in one year and 1,680 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 250 USD and 600 USD for a BMW S 1000 R 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 12. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 R with 61 days compared to 143 days for the Yamaha MT-10. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 32 reviews for the Yamaha MT-10 and 62 reviews for the BMW S 1000 R since model year 2014. 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 17,300 views for the first review on BMW S 1000 R published on 11/3/2013.

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