Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs. Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021
Overview - Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021
The Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with 160 HP and 111 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection, and they both have four cylinders and liquid cooling. The displacement is 998 ccm for both models.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The rear suspension is made of aluminum, and the frame is also aluminum with a Deltabox design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320 mm.
Both models come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. The dimensions and weights are also the same, with a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, and a rear tire width of 190 mm and 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.

Yamaha MT-10 2017
The Yamaha MT-10 2017 has several strengths. It has a great sound and pleasant wind protection. The seating position is comfortable even on long tours, and the engine response is excellent. Despite its radical looks and wicked sound, the overall package is balanced.
On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021 also has its strengths. It has an unconventional sound and a wonderfully punchy engine. The chassis and suspension are of high quality, and the seating position is surprisingly comfortable. The wind protection is acceptable.

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021
However, the Yamaha MT-10 2017 does have some weaknesses. The seating position is too inactive on the racetrack, and the chassis and ride assistance systems are sufficient for track days but not on the same level as other Powernakeds.
Similarly, the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021 has its weaknesses. The traction control and ABS are not dependent on lean angle, and the shift assistant is not flawless and lacks a blipper. Additionally, the price of the MT-10 SP 2021 is high.
In summary, while both the Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021 have similar technical specifications, they have different strengths and weaknesses. The 2017 model offers a great sound and comfortable seating position, but lacks in terms of track performance. The 2021 SP model has an unconventional sound, high-quality chassis and suspension, and a comfortable seating position, but has some limitations in its ride assistance systems and comes with a higher price tag.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-10 2017 compared to Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-10 SP inspires with a high degree of perfection combined with a truckload of emotion. Rarely do Japanese manufacturers succeed in penetrating so deeply into the domain of Europeans. The bike rides very nastily when needed, but can also be used quite civilly in city traffic. On top of that, the electronically adjustable Öhlins suspension provides a lot of riding comfort. All in all, an outstanding all-rounder that can do much more than just look bad.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-10 vs Yamaha MT-10 SP
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-10 2017 and a Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021. 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 Yamaha MT-10 SP with 138 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 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.