For a couple of years, I drove a Kawasaki Z750 which was manufactured in 2008. Since last year I was looking for a new bike which just has some more ‘epics’ and more comfort as well. During the last year I have been searching the internet for the perfect model and every time the MT-xx series of Yamaha came across. So, there was no doubt anymore, my new bike will be a Yamaha MT-xx. But which one? MT-07, MT-09 or the MT-10.
Since the beginning the MT-10 had the best looks compared to the smaller brothers of this fella. But it also had the most horsepower of them all, the MT-10 is a real powerhouse. I was afraid this bike might be too much?!?! After some digging about all the options it had: Traction Control, different drive modes, quick shifter, ABS and so on it became clear to me that this is what I was looking for now. It had everything I need on a bike, so I planned a test ride on it. After a couple of KMs driving on this bike I was in love already. Decision made!! The MT-10 is my new bike. The only side note I can mention about the bike is the fuel tank range. I only was able to get 170 KM out of the 17-liter tank because of the 1000cc engine it’s a very fuel consuming monster. I must admit the throttle was far opened quite a lot!!! But fun is guaranteed!!!
Here come specs and pics 🙂
Specification | |
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Engine size | 998cc |
Engine type | liquid cooled, 16v, inline four-cylider |
Frame type | Cast aluminium beam |
Fuel capacity | 17 litres |
Seat height | 825mm |
Bike weight | 210kg |
Front suspension | 43mm Ohlins semi-active |
Rear suspension | Single ohlins shock semi-active |
Front brake | 2 x320mm discs, four-piston radial calipers, ABS |
Rear brake | 220mm disc, single piston caliper, ABS |
Front tyre size | 120/70×17 |
Rear tyre size | 190/55×17 |
Performance | |
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Max power | 160 bhp |
Max torque | 81.87 ft-lb |
Top speed | 240 kmh |
1/4-mile acceleration | – |
Average fuel consumption | 42 mpg |
Tank range | 240 km (while driving as a grandpa!) |
Good shaare
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