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

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

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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

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

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

Yamaha MT-10 2017
Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

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, 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 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.

Yamaha MT-10 SP 2021

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.

Unconventional sound

wonderfully punchy engine

high-quality chassis and suspension

acceptable wind protection

surprisingly comfortable seating position

Traction control and ABS not dependent on lean angle

shift assistant not flawless and without blipper

high price

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.

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