Separately, it is worth noting the efforts of the designers who gave the Yamaha MT 10 recognizable features of the YZF series, without slipping into self-copying. This motorcycle looks fresh, attractive and aggressive . It attracts the eye, and it will definitely never get lost in city traffic, and it’s unlikely to confuse the MT 10 with any other bike. A predatory front end, lensed headlights , a well-chosen combination of colors, and the urban monster is ready to hit the roads. If desired, of course, the Yamaha MT 10 is quite capable of long-distance travel, but in general this motorcycle is clearly not suitable for it. His element is city streets and suburban highways . But you should always remember that under the right handle of this naked gun hides brutal power, and with one sharp turn you can instantly teleport from one point to another. The Yamaha MT 10 will not forgive the typical mistakes of beginners, and that is why this motorcycle is intended specifically for experienced professionals.
Technical characteristics of Yamaha MT 10
For their flagship naked bike, Yamaha engineers did a great job, equipping the new product with the latest technology. In an alloy diagonal frame , hidden under the body kit, they placed a liter engine from a Yamaha YZF-R1, retuned and modified for better torque at mid-range speeds. The cross-shaped crankshaft , played a positive role in this . The technical characteristics of the Yamaha MT 10 are impressive - 160 hp. and 111 Nm of torque at 11,000 and 9,000 rpm, respectively . The curb weight is moderate - from 209 to 212 kg , depending on the configuration.
The Yamaha MT 10 received a 6-speed ; it was carried over to this bike from the YZF-R1 with virtually no changes. The dynamics of the motorcycle are hurricane, and the needle can go beyond the 100 km/h mark already in first gear, and with a sharp opening of the gas the bike can be lifted onto the rear wheel even in third or fourth gear. But, like other wet sump motorcycles, the Yamaha MT 10 does not like long wheelies - this can lead to oil starvation of the engine . However, even without such extreme sports, the MT 10 can deliver so much adrenaline that after the trip you will have to wash your pants.
braking system matches its acceleration dynamics - two 320 mm discs at the front and 220 mm discs at the rear , and the ABS system is already included as standard. But you need to monitor road irregularities very closely, since the rigid and informative suspension is not very energy-intensive, and every hole on the asphalt is immediately felt very strongly. In addition, the ground clearance of the Yamaha MT 10 without load does not exceed 13 cm, so even asphalt speed bumps in some cities can become a problem.
Special equipment
Indeed, the Japanese are not lying when they say that this is a completely different motorcycle from the R1. The MT-10, while seemingly radical and super sporty, can do more. This is a truly versatile moto. It will find an answer to any conditions you put on it, regardless of whether it is on a hot track, or in the mountains, or on the highway (a wide range of travel accessories: glass, chests, etc.). It's not as radical as the KTM Super Duke 1290, but that's its advantage. High power and torque, generous equipment, a great engine and a great chassis - this is the team that is delivering maximum power right now.
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Pros and cons of Yamaha MT 10
Advantages
- Rich equipment is already included in the basic configuration . Here you have electronic gas, full-fledged traction control, an ABS system, cruise control, a quickshifter, and much more. The Yamaha MT 10 engine, by the way, can operate in three different modes. In general, the technical bells and whistles on this motorcycle would be enough for some small spaceship.
- Unsurpassed reliability typical of Yamaha motorcycles. No one has yet heard of any serious failures on the MT-10.
- Crazy acceleration dynamics , allowing you to leave even most liter sportbikes behind. Few people on the road can compete with this motorcycle on equal terms.
- Tenacious and effective brakes allow you to confidently control the situation.
- Spacious 17-liter gas tank . In general, the Yamaha MT 10 is quite economical if you drive quietly, but during aggressive driving with constant acceleration and braking of gasoline, it begins to consume an indecent amount of gasoline. The average gasoline consumption declared by the manufacturer is 8 liters .
- Comfortable straight fit without unnecessary strain on the arms and lower back.
Flaws
- Almost complete lack of wind protection . Already after 130-140 km/h, the oncoming evening begins to create serious inconvenience, especially if the pilot is above average height.
- High price . Well, what did you want? This is the flagship of the line! Moreover, used copies, which are still quite fresh, also cost decent money. Tuning from the official Yamaha catalog is also expensive.
- Nervous behavior at low speeds . In practice, this is expressed in the fact that when riding almost at idle, the bike reacts very sharply to the slightest turn of the throttle.
Not just a stove
The changes to the R1 aren't just about the engine. MT-10 with fuel weighs 210 kg. This is larger than the R1, although there are no fairings. There is something wrong with the logic here, but this is due to the “impoverishment” of the output package. The MT-10's wheels are aluminum not magnesium, steel tank not aluminum, non-titanium manifolds but steel, etc., etc. This makes the MT weigh more, although 210kg is still a good result . The electronics package is also inferior: the traction control and ABS in the MT-10 are simpler systems than in the R1 (no gyroscopes or IMU metering system), and the display is a regular LCD rather than a color TFT and has inferior features.
So poverty? You can argue and say so, but thanks to this, the MT costs 400,000 rubles less than the R1. The gas is still controlled by wire, and the left paddle shifters have sequential cruise control. The electronics give you a choice of three traction control modes, ABS and - like the MT-09 - three ignition maps. The cards have swapped places: in the MT-10 the strictest and most aggressive reaction to gas is card B, and in the MT-09 it is A.
Crazy on the corners, burning on the highway or terror in the city - the MT-10 will fulfill each of these tasks.
Enough technical details, time to hit the road. The Standard card is the starting point, because already the first attempts at driving in the city on the B card proved that this is not a mode for every day. In the city in B mode the bike clearly gets tired, and the throttle control - due to the rather aggressive response - is almost torture. Why bother? The STD (Standard) handles the city much better in traffic jams, providing control over the agile motorcycle. If it's raining, the softer Map A is a good choice.
Similar models
- Suzuki GSR1000 . This naked kit equipped with a 182-horsepower engine can easily compete with the Yamaha MT 10 in a number of parameters.
- Kawasaki Z1000. Another street fighter, the product of a masterly symbiosis of Kawasaki engineers and designers, who managed to create one of the most technologically advanced and stylish motorcycles of our time.
- Aprilia Tuono V4 1100RR . A very interesting Italian, incredibly powerful and also has good wind protection for a naked bike.
- BMW S1000R . A combination of Bavarian high technology, high prices and signature BMW reliability.
- Honda CB1000R . A more classic motorcycle in appearance, powerful, unusual and, at a minimum, worthy of attention.
Tuning
In Soviet times, a small abundance of equipment provoked people to individualize their motorcycle, and the Dnepr has seen many different modifications over the years.
Conversion of the Dnepr MT-10-36 into a bobber
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Initially, it is worth approaching the refinement of factory jambs:
- improvements to the lubrication system;
- replacing carburetors with Japanese ones;
- installation of automobile rings and pistons;
- modification of the cylinder head and installation of automotive valves.
But often, the Dnepr is not only subject to improvement of engine components, but also serves as the basis for the construction of a completely new, custom motorcycle. In most cases, Dneprs are converted into a chopper or bobber, since a heavy motorcycle is the most suitable option for this. But there are sports and cafe racers based on the Dnieper.
Reviews from Yamaha MT 10 owners
This is really not a motorcycle, but a monster; turning the handle teleports you into orbit. I switched to the MT10 from a liter CBR, but I didn’t expect such agility, the bike is really nervous, it requires brains and experience. Out of habit, in the first days I almost got into a wheelie several times until I got used to controlling the wheelie. On the highway I accelerated to 190, there was no opportunity to check further, but it felt like there was still a lot of reserve there. In general, the toy is not for the faint of heart, and not for beginners, that's for sure. Grigory, Nizhny Novgorod, Yamaha MT 10 '2017.
Rocket without plastic, I used to drive a 2009 R1, I drove it to the track periodically, but in the end I was tempted and bought an MT-10. In short, I don’t regret it, the dynamics are crazy plus full control at any speed. Pavel, Moscow, Yamaha MT 10 '2016.
The toy is expensive, but then you understand what every ruble is paid for. I compared it with a friend’s liter GSR and with a Ducati Diavel, Yamaha beats both. It rides nose to nose with the GSR, but it brakes more confidently, plus it feels like it steers better, and it’s much more comfortable to sit on. My personal record is modest - 7 hours in the saddle with stops for refueling, almost without getting tired. I warmed up a little, and I could move on. Victor, Moscow, Yamaha MT 10 '2017.
Sin in the city
Torturing Yamaha in the city would be a sin, so at noon I burst into the mountains. Winding roads or even asphalt will show the MT-10's true potential. Along the way, it turns out that the lens-shaped mini headlights work well, and the suspension is tuned quite universally. Vertical and straight position of the front wheel. Weight distribution between front and rear is almost perfect: 51/49%. There's enough room even for me (I'm 193 cm tall), and the more comfortable seat allows me to cover 150 km before my butt asks for a break.
In a car of this class, the savings in the form of no clutch lever adjustment are an unpleasant surprise.
Engine modes can be changed while driving. The button is located on the right half of the steering wheel.
In turn, the traction control and standard cruise control are located on the left side of the steering wheel.
To get to my destination - a turnoff in the Table Mountains in Lower Silesia - I need to dig through several kilometers of potholes in the roads. This demonstrates a certain weakness of the MT-10: the wheelbase is very small (1400 mm - less than the MT-09), and the suspension tuning makes driving over potholes and causing some nervousness. Motor spontaneity does not help here. Fortunately, this is survival, but the pleasure of the trip turns into ordinary, not the most pleasant access to the destination.
The situation changes radically on good, smooth turns. The motorcycle is comfortable, deeply thought out. It would be even more fun if the MT-10 got tires other than Bridgestone S20. They are responsible for a noticeable straightening moment and do not allow you to park the motorcycle as quickly as you would like. What else? It is worth considering strengthening the front suspension if fast cornering is in the plan. The KYB fork is fully adjustable and increasing the damping will improve front end feel.
On a multi-course course full of tight parking lots and faster, wider corners, the engine performance and setup of a well-performing gearbox is a lifesaver. The single is relatively long (up to 130 km/h), while the subsequent runs are assessed quite briefly, so combined with the engine's strong bottom and mid-range, you can pass almost every type into 2-3 combinations. The motorcycle does not require constant stirring in the gearbox, but it provides fun and a lot of adrenaline. And when exiting tighter corners, accompanied by a pleasant pulsation, the bike catapults you into the next corner, sometimes happily tearing the front wheel apart.
The MT-10 isn't as good as the R1, but that makes it cheaper than Yamaha's superbike.
The strong point (as usual with Yamaha) are the brakes. Although the ABS is simpler than the R1, it works effectively. The brakes are well proportioned and the operating point is clear, while the front end requires a little more effort. I can't complain about efficiency.
Total
Motorcycles like the Yamaha MT 10 are not created for speed records, although they can handle them too. Their task is simple - to give the owner as much adrenaline as they can bear . Of course, no one forbids using this bike as everyday transport in the warm season, but this will mean using its capabilities only by a third, or even a quarter. Convenient and comfortable by the standards of the class, the Yamaha MT 10 should not sit in a garage and carefully filter through traffic jams; its character is revealed only when it roars into a turn with a speed of 200 km/h on the speedometer. This is a motorcycle for pure pleasure. Maybe not too practical, but still great in every way.
Personalize your mood
The main difference between the special version SP and the regular MT-10 is the fully adjustable Öhlins electronic suspension. You press buttons on the full-color TFT display and set the optimal parameters for the suspension, and at the same time the engine and safety systems. At the same time, the electronics still analyzes the condition of the road and adapts the specified characteristics to the realities. But artificial intelligence can be removed from creativity and parameters can be fixed. This is useful when driving on a clear route, such as a track. Moreover, the computer provides the ability to record the lap and compare the results achieved.
A distinctive feature of the special version SP is a color TFT display
The designers (or marketers?) seem to be saying: “Our bike will show itself on the track too!” Yes, racing on a sports track helps you understand both your capabilities and the potential of the bike. But still, the Yamaha MT-10 is a full-fledged streetfighter, a motorcycle with a powerful engine and modern chassis, designed for high-speed riding in urban conditions.
The basic MT-10 has three settings: for city, bad road and highway, and they are quite enough. The indicatively sporty version of the SP has more of them, if not too many. This is a reserve that cannot be fully realized. Like with crossovers with a power of 400 hp. and “maximum speed”, hypothetically exceeding 300 km/h. The potential is huge, but why? The answer is simple: so that there is!
The “basic” version of MT-10 will cost UAH 100,000. cheaper than our SP test model
Rhinestones on a smartphone do not at all affect communication capabilities, but for some they become a decisive factor in their choice. Therefore, there will probably be those who will easily shell out an additional 100,000 UAH. for the special version of this streetfighter. After all, when it comes to a motorcycle that costs half a million, that's not much.
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Given the futuristic look of the bike, a USB connector would be quite appropriate. But there is a socket from the last century
Elements made by Öhlins are a sign of premium quality. In the basic version it costs KYB
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Specifications
| Maximum engine power: | 118.0 kW (160.4 hp) at 11,500 rpm / min HP |
| Torque: | 111.0 Nm (11.3 kg-m) @ 9,000 rpm Nm |
| Working volume: | 998 cm3 |
| Motor type (cylinder arrangement, number of strokes): | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Maximum speed in km/h: | 257 km/h |
| Cooling system: | Liquid cooling |
| Transmission (gearbox): | 6 |
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| Drive unit: | Chain |
| Frame: | Aluminum, diagonal |
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| Wheelbase: | 1400 mm |
| Weight: | 210 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 17 l. |
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Sports roots
Last year the MT-10 replaced the famous Yamaha FZ1 “phaser”, which had been on the production line for ten years. According to established tradition, the YZF-R1 sportbike became the basis for creating the flagship of the road line.
The seat is comfortable, the support helps to hold on. But the rear passenger seat is very tiny, so you need to take a companion with the appropriate landing characteristics
Let's start with the engine, rethought and redesigned. For a street hooligan - and that's exactly what the MT-10 looks like - confident traction at low and mid-range speeds is important. Therefore, the engine was derated from 200 to 160 hp, shifting the peak torque to 9000 rpm. In practice, this has led to the fact that the engine pulls perfectly already at 3000 rpm. It is so good that during the trips I finally got lazy and rode in third gear - it pulls at both 30 and 120 km/h. In general, you drive like an automatic machine.
LED optics and brake lights emphasize the technology of the Yamaha MT-10 SP
The wheelbase is the shortest in the class - only 1400 mm. The aluminum frame is slightly adapted for public roads, and the fully adjustable front suspension and rear monoshock are identical to the R1. This cocktail provided excellent maneuverability and controllability. In just a few minutes I got used to the dimensions, which was not difficult - if the steering wheel fits, then you can drive. So the MT-10 SP went through the capital's traffic jams like a knife through butter.
Filigree controllability instilled a feeling of permissiveness. The MT-10 SP acts as a tempting devil, as if saying: “Try faster - you will succeed! Don’t be afraid to accelerate sharply and make a turn, in which case I will correct your mistakes...” Indeed, there are enough “curators” in the arsenal of the MT-10 SP. A slipper clutch, which comes from sports, prevents the rear wheel from completely locking when shifting to lower gear and engine braking. ABS and traction control. The quickshifter function reminds us of our ancestor athletes - after 4000 rpm you can shift to top gear without releasing the clutch.
