2017 Yamaha MT-10 and MT-10 SP
This is the updated Yamaha
MT-10 and it is joined in 2017 by the MT-10 SP. Improvements
have been made to Yamaha’s litre-class naked bike for the next riding season,
and the SP model gets technology transferred from the YZF-R1M superbike.
For the base model MT-10, the Yamaha 998 cc
Crossplane 4 engine continues on, putting out 158 hp at 11,500 rpm and 111 Nm
of torque at 9,000 rpm. What is new is the
inclusion of a Quick Shift System (QSS).
Allowing for faster footwork through the six-speed
gearbox, the QSS is combined with revised engine mapping to smoothen out
throttle response. ABS, traction and ride modes remain, and an Assist &
Slipper (A&S) clutch is now standard, eliminating rear wheel lock-up during
down-shifts.
The 2017 Yamaha MT-10 SP sees technology from the
YZF-R1M racetrack weapon making the transition to road use. Ohlins Electronic
Racing Suspension makes its appearance on the SP, giving optimum suspension
setup based on road and riding conditions.
Also new for 2017 on the MT-10 SP is a thin-film
transistor (TFT) LCD colour display, which is rider-selectable for day-or-night
riding conditions. As part of the package, the SP uses a lightweight
short-wheelbase aluminium Deltabox frame.
There are three paint schemes available for the
Yamaha MT-10 : Night Fluo, Race Blu and Tech Black, while the MT-10 SP only
comes in Silver Blu Carbon, similar to the YZF-R1M. Availability for both naked
sportsbikes is said to start from February 2017.
