KEY HIGHLIGHTS - More powerful EU5 998cc engine
- Tuned intake sound
- Compact and functional new exterior styling
- Improved ergonomics
- Brembo radial master cylinder
- Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL)
- Quick Shift System (QSS)
- A&S clutch
- New 4.2” full-colour TFT display
- APSG ride-by-wire throttle with four power delivery modes (PWR)
- 6-axis IMU
- Lean sensitive Traction Control System
- Slide Control system (SCS)
- Lift control system (LIF)
- Engine Brake Management (EBM)
- Brake Control (BC)
- Yamaha Ride Control (YRC)
- R1-derived aluminum Deltabox chassis
- Long aluminum swingarm
- Compact 1,405mm wheelbase
- 43mm fully adjustable KYB front forks
- Fully adjustable KYB rear shock
- Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 tires
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ENGINE -
Updated Ultra-lightweight, compact, 998 cc, DOHC, 16-valve (4-valves / cyl.), liquid-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine with "crossplane" style crankshaft.
- Fuel economy is improved, CO2 levels reduced, and this more powerful engine meets EU5regulations.
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Tuned Intake Sound
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4-valve cylinder head design.
- compact pent roof combustion chambers with 12:1 compression ratio
- combustion chamber shape is optimized for low to mid-range power delivery
- lightweight 31 mm steel intake valves & 26.5 mm steel exhaust valves
- 4-valve design optimizes breathing efficiency & enhances "real world" ride-ability
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Special intake port shape provides maximum filling efficiency & excellent torque.
- revised intake port shape (Vs. R1) enhances low to mid-range torque & power
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"Finger follower rocker arms".
- reduces friction, allows greater valve lift & provides super accurate control of valve opening & closing at high rpms
- sliding area of the rocker arms feature a DLC (diamond like coating) to reduce friction & wear
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Valve adjustment intervals are every 42,000 kms.
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Unique intake & exhaust cams.
- intake & exhaust cam profiles & timing have been revised (Vs R1) for increased low to mid-range torque & power
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Closed deck aluminum cylinder with "liner-less" ceramic composite plated cylinder bores.
- ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block, eliminating the liner & reducing weight
- excellent heat dissipation for consistent power delivery
- coating enhances the thin film of oil between the cylinder & piston, reducing friction & increasing power
- closed deck design allows cylinders to be spaced more closely together, reducing engine width
- cylinder is a stand-alone design (not integrated into the upper crank case)
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Offset cylinder design.
- offsets cylinder block relative to the crankshaft (to the exhaust side) to reduce frictional losses between the piston & cylinder wall during the power stroke for improved power output
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Short skirt, forged aluminum pistons.
- lightweight design means fast throttle response
- piston top / crown has been revised (Vs. R1) to optimize the new combustion chamber shape & revised compression ratio
- special Defric coating on piston skirts & piston pins reduce friction
- piston oil coolers spray oil at the underside of pistons & rods to reduce temperature
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Crossplane crankshaft design.
- revised crank webs (heavier ... for optimized inertial mass vs R1) for excellent "ride-ability / street-ability"
- increased inertial mass (weight) improves starts (moving away from a stop) & low speed engine control
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Fracture split, steel connecting rods feature a "nut less" design.
- lower end "cap" of the rod is made from the same piece of material as the upper portion; the 2 pieces are "split" apart using a special process known as fracture splitting & then machined
- fracture splitting ensures true big end roundness & greater precision in con rod dimensions for excellent durability despite the high horsepower loads
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Single axis balancer shaft.
- reduces engine vibration to a minimum for excellent rider comfort
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Crankcases feature a "Tri-Axis" layout for the crank, main & drive axles.
- creates a more compact & shorter engine front to back
- shorter engine allows for optimum engine placement in the "sweet spot" of frame for desired weight distribution & great handling
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Closed loop, Mikuni throttle body fuel injection system.
- MT-10 uses a single set of 4 injectors
- 12-hole injectors with optimized spray pattern for excellent "ride-ability" & throttle control
- "closed loop system" uses dual oxygen sensors to sniff spent exhaust gases & automatically adjusts the fuel / air ratio for reduced emissions
- fuel injection benefits include instant throttle response, choke-free starting, steady idle during warm up & reduced emissions
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Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T)
- YCC-T electronically controls throttle valves for outstanding throttle response & controllability
- system features Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and D.C. motor driven throttle valves
- YCC-T system provides precise control of intake air volume for a smoother torque curve
- ECU that controls YCC-T is capable of responding to changes at a speed of 1000th of a second
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Compact 6-speed transmission.
- features optimized gear ratios matched to engine output (same ratios as R1)
- secondary (final) reduction ratio has been revised (Vs. R1)... 43/16
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Compact, lightweight slipper (back limiter) clutch assembly with assist.
- reduces rear wheel hop/chatter during aggressive down shifts & under hard braking
- smoother corner entries
- assist function reduces clutch lever effort by up to 20% (Vs. a non-assist clutch)
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Standard Quick Shift System (QSS)
- works with standard shift pattern
- reduces wear & tear on the clutch & transmission
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Large capacity 12 litre air box
- viscous type, high flow air filter is used
- large capacity design helps smooth transition from on throttle to off throttle & vice versa
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Mid ship design 4 into 2 into 1 exhaust system
- features stainless steel header pipes & stainless steel under engine exhaust chamber
- lightweight titanium silencer / muffler
- design maximizes power, centralizes mass & lowers the centre of gravity for fast, light, agile handling
- dual 3-way honeycomb catalyzers reduce harmful exhaust emissions
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Yamaha's EXUP System (Exhaust Ultimate Power Valve).
- part of the mid ship exhaust system
- utilizes butterfly valve that prevents the "blow back" phenomenon caused by "valve overlap"
- EXUP system eliminates "flat spots" in the power band & reduces emissions too
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High-efficiency, high capacity curved radiator.
- curved rad provides more cooling surface area than a conventional flat rad
- dual "ring-type" fans provides increased airflow (& cooling) versus a standard cooling fan
- external water pump (located outside of crankcases) reduces engine width & simplifies maintenance
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Air-cooled oil cooler with protective screen
- located below main rad
- maintains consistent lubricant temperatures for extended engine life
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Wet sump lubrication system with deep design aluminum oil pan.
- easy access drain plug & spin-on type oil filter for fast, easy oil changes
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Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).
- produces a strong spark for fast starts
- provides precise ignition timing / mapping for optimum engine performance at all rpms
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Direct ignition coils
- ignition coils are integrated into the plug caps, significantly reducing weight & complexity
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ELECTRONIC RIDER AIDS -
6-Axis IMU with full rider aids suite
- Hidden inside a little black box is a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) that senses pitch, roll and yaw, as well as forward/backward, up/down and left/right acceleration.
- The ECU uses this data to activate the high-tech rider aids, including traction control, Slide Control (SCS) wheelie control (LIF) engine braking (EBM) and brake control (BC) that ensure the ultimate control on every ride.
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Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T)
- YCC-T electronically controls throttle valves for outstanding throttle response & controllability
- system features Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and D.C. motor driven throttle valves
- YCC-T system provides precise control of intake air volume for a smoother torque curve
- ECU that controls YCC-T is capable of responding to changes at a speed of 1000th of a secon
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APSG throttle with selectable PWR-modes
- The latest ride-by-wire system that gives you the most efficient and natural feeling throttle for the highest degree of control.
- Throttle response can be adjusted with the PWR system which gives you a selection of four power delivery modes, from a soft response for wet surfaces, through to aggressive track day riding.
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Electronic cruise control system.
- works in conjunction with the YCC-T system
- "settable range" is from 50 to 160 km/hr & transmission must be in 4th gear or higher
- cruise control can be cancelled by activating front or rear brakes, pulling in the clutch, completely closing the throttle grip or using the activation button
- control buttons are located on the L.H.S. handlebar switch gear
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CHASSIS/SUSPENSION -
‘Rider triangle’ – the bar/footrest/seat relationship – has been improved.
- Giving a better feel when the rider grips the tank with their knees when braking or accelerating – and allows greater mobility when shifting weight for corners.
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Brembo Radial master cylinder
- Dual floating 320mm discs and 4-piston radial mounted calipers
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Gravity cast, aluminum R1 based Deltabox frame
- designed to offer an optimized strength — rigidity balance (balance of strength, rigidity & tuned flex) to maximize handling & suspension performance
- engine is stressed member with rigid mounts
- benefits include reduced weight, excellent high-speed stability & cornering characteristics, excellent traction / drive characteristics exiting a corner and greater freedom in choosing or changing a line through a turn
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Detachable steel rear subframe
- steel is used for additional strength (optional sport luggage)
- reduces costs in the event of damage & allows easier rear shock access
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Lightweight aluminum "upward truss-type" swingarm
- provides great torsional rigidity for excellent rear wheel traction & control
- swingarm length is 570 mm to optimize traction, suspension performance & reduce effects of "chain tensioning"
- swingarm features threaded holes for accessory spools for superbike style stand
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Short 1400 mm (55.1") wheelbase for super agile handling.
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Fully adjustable KYB 43 mm inverted fork with 120 mm (4.7") of wheel travel.
- R1 based fork with setting revisions
- adjustments include: spring preload, rebound & compression damping
- incredible suspension performance with excellent "feedback"
- inverted design reduces unsprung weight & increases the rigidity of the fork since the larger diameter tubes are gripped in the triple clamps
- adjustable design allows the rider to tune suspension to match riding style, rider weight & road or track conditions
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Lightweight aluminum upper & lower triple clamps.
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Fully adjustable Monocross link rear suspension utilizes a piggyback-style KYB shock providing 120 mm (4.7") of wheel travel.
- shock adjustments include: threaded spring preload, rebound damping, slow speed compression damping & high speed compression damping
- overall shock length can be adjusted by 5 mm for ride height adjustability
- piggyback design helps to keep the shock oil cool for more consistent damping
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Electric steering damper.
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ABS equipped, radial mount, 4-piston, mono-block calipers squeeze fully floating 320 mm dual front discs.
- great braking performance with excellent control & lever feedback.
- radial mount design helps to reduce caliper distortion for improved braking performance
- 5-position adjustable front brake lever
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Compact, single piston, slide-type Nissin rear caliper squeezes a lightweight 220 mm disc.
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Front & rear brakes feature Yamaha's latest anti-lock brake (ABS) technology.
- ABS offers excellent control under hard braking or braking on wet or slippery surfaces
- when ABS system senses impending wheel lock-up (via active type wheel sensors) it regulates the hydraulic brake pressure to the point just before the wheel(s) lock-up
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Lightweight, 5-spoke, cast aluminum mag wheels.
- lightweight contributes to excellent handling & suspension (reduced unsprung weight)performance
- front rim size is MT3.50 x 17, rear rim is MT6.00 x 17
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17 litre steel fuel tank.
- tank provides excellent knee grip
- 4 litre reserve capacity (fuel trip meter activates)
- steel design allows use of magnetic tank bags
- in-tank electric fuel pump
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Tapered aluminum handlebar.
- lightweight design with excellent strength
- offers a comfortable, upright riding position for all day riding comfort
- traditional "handlebar" design allows easy replacement to a different "bend" if desired
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Minimal "naked" roadster styling with extreme design highlights.
- unique & stylish "face" highlights the lean, muscular look of the MT-10
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Full LED lighting (headlights, brake & tail lights, turn signals, license plate light).
- excellent illumination & visibility
- headlights can be aimed both vertically & horizontally
- LEDs reduce power consumption (LED bulbs use less power than conventional bulbs)
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Single piece rider & passenger seat with rider "hip stopper".
- seat design allows good side to side movements & helps hold the rider in place during acceleration
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Fully digital LCD meter assembly.
- displays include; speedo, bar style tach, odometer, dual trip meters, gear position, clock, intake air temp, coolant temp, instant & average fuel efficiency, fuel gauge, low fuel trip meter (counts kilometers since fuel switched to reserve), ECO light (illuminates when bike is being ridden in a fuel conserving manner), D-Mode display, plus a full range of warning & indicator lights including cruise control & traction control status
- background illumination is adjustable
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Immobilizer ignition system is designed to reduce the possibility of "ride away" theft.
- system must recognize the "coded ignition key" in order for the unit to start
- if the immobilizer ignition does not recognize the key, the ignition system & starter will not function, even if the ignition is forced into the on position
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DETAILS - lightweight aluminum side stand, gear shifter, rear brake pedal, footpegs & footpeg mounts
- 12-volt auxiliary DC connector
- easy access, YDT (Yamaha Diagnostic Tool) connector
- lean angle sensor will shut down the engine if the bike is lying on its side
- oil level sight glass window
- heavy duty "O" ring chain
- low maintenance, sealed 10 amp hour battery (higher capacity battery than R1 & R1S). Battery should be charged during winter storage.
NOTE: The MT-10 offers a significant level of power & performance. It is not intended for novice or inexperienced riders. All information is subject to change without notice. |
