2020 YAMAHA MT-03 5000 MILE REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2022
- in depth review of yamaha mt03 top speed acceleration handling ergonomics and comfort. riding back roads in Tennessee. thanks for the support and helping me grow the channel I greatly appreciate you all!!
Dissing a small displacement bike about power is like complaining that your car doesn't fly. It's a great bike for the price.
I completely. Agree. I didn't intend to come off that way. My biggest complaint is the top end as a general remark. But at the same time it Is a 300 class bike so the fact it'll go 100mph is absolutely outstanding. It is more than enough to get around legally.
Your experience and expectations are much different than mine. The MT-03 is more made for smaller riders than you are. Certainly bigger riders can and do have this model but it is NOT tailored for larger riders. I am 5ft 5 inches tall man and weigh around 150lbs and the bike fits me well is not cramped at all and the brakes are acceptable for the average rider who the bike was designed for...inexperienced riders, youth and smaller females. For the price point it is a good buy for a new bike with a full warranty. It accelerates well for its engine size. IT IS NOT going to accelerate like my R6 did. I am now 63. I have owned numerous bikes in my life from the CBR900RR to the R6, the Honda VF500, GS750, CB400F to name a few and I bought the thing because insurance is cheap and it is an easy non intimidating bike to ride and because it is much lighter and easier to handle for me. I have not watched any of your other videos nor know anything about you other than what I garnered from this video but sounds like you should have bought a bike with a bigger overall size and a bigger motor. I bought the MT-03 because I am now an old man who knows that his mind can write checks his body can no longer cash. I have been young and dumb and over the years I matured and realized now that it was time to act my age and be wise. Thanks for making the video.
It definitely has its pros for your size. It's a great bike and I enjoyed it but for my size it's not the most practical if I ever have to get on the highway. Recently got a zx6r and it feels more comparable to my size.
I like your response!!!
I went from 350 2 stroke, 55 bhp, 150 kg, 330 lbs to a sports 600, 95 bhp, 205 kilo, 450 lbs. The extra weight was huge and made the handling much slower for changes of direction.
Looking back I can see I was lucky to have had the time on the much lighter 350 than starting on a 600. Shortly after getting the 600 I accelerated briskly on a city street and a car came from a side road and turned into my path and blocked it. I baked hard, the car driver just froze, made no attempt to undo their blocking of the road, and i was able to brake, steer, slide the rear wheel accidentally, the front was steering safely to the side of the car, but the rear was sliding so it was still going in a line towards the edge of the car. I released the rear brake and it gripped and stepped enough for me to avoid the car.
Way more power, acceleration and weight, which made it harder to get out of trouble. And a lot easier to get into it.
So anyone going to a 600, just a heads up that they are not as maneuverable as a 300.
100% I upgraded to the 636 and was in the exact same scenario. I thought it was a learning curve just get used to it. After about a yeah I got the mt03 back and rode it a few times. It's not as exhilarating speed wise but the handling of the mt03 is amazing and very maneuvers very well
Loved the review! I ride a ‘20 MT03, fully stock. Definitely agree with a lot of what you’ve said. Although, I like the seat! I can go on 2.5-3 hour rides and towards the end it’ll hurt. However, for my 30 min to an hour rides it’s not bad!
I know I want to upgrade my MT03, but I don’t really want to waste the money because I know I can easily get an R7 or ZX6R very soon. Probably going to be done riding in a month or so too since it’s getting quite cold.
That's exactly where I'm at with it. I wasn't really planning on doing anything to it other than the throttle but every month or 2 I come across a good deal and get it haha. I'll be getting a zx6r hopefully as soon as spring breaks.
An interesting and comprehensive review of the MT 03. I agree with everything you say. I think some factors depend a lot on your build as to how the bike fits and feels. I’m only smallish and quite light so I suppose the brakes work a lot better for me. The seat height is perfect and I suppose the acceleration is better too. I’ve never felt the seat to be too hard, maybe my bum is better padded or it’s just the right shape. I’ve considered upgrading but there aren’t many lowish bikes out there that I fancy. I look forward to seeing what replaces the MT. BTW, yours does look a little “well used” in fact it looks like something out of Mad Max ! Just joking, I’m sure someone will buy it. Best regards from England.
Haha mad max that made me laugh all the damage is from the wreck and I think pulling the guard off for the exhaust added to the effect haha. It doesn't help being a diesel tech my pants are always grimey so it's srained on the sides. I have definitely got my use out of it.
1:18 maybe a quick look as you're going into an intersection just to make sure nothing is busting through the lights.
I ride in a city so we got taught to always check cross roads, junctions, because there's so much traffic. Looks like you have way less traffic, nice for you.
Nice bike.
17:35 Very gently, barely touching it, the rear brake can help tighten the steering line. Needs practice, low speeds first. But it can help.
I've definitely became accustomed to doing so. That's very good advice. Just because they sound not be there doesn't mean that it's not.
Glad your camera stayed on finally
Man me too lol. It's been too long but I'm going to come back full swing.
I kinda agree with everything you saied, but as my first bike after riding 125 and 150cc bikes and scooters, it's awesome without changing even a screw. It's a very good teacher for you to practice and learn a lot of stuff.
If you plan to sell it after 1 or 2 years don't do much things to it, or even better keep it stock cuz none of us is looking for sh modified bikes. And trust me you will cuz you will get bored of it.
After you gain some experience you can upgrade to a mt-07 or even a Tracer 7. On these bikes you can modify everything you want want cuz you will keep this bike for a long period of time.
Btw sorry for my English, im Greek and Romanian at the same time. :) :)
That's so awesome! I have met many from Romania and they're all great people. I agree with what you say. However, I personally can not have anything stock. I felt unsafe with the throttle tube I had to replace it as the amount you had to turn the throttle to get the response was way too much. And I like noise. And didn't like the looks of the stock exhaust. Other than those 2 things I could do without the upgrades. Also I was able to let a friend learn with the bike and now I have it back and plan to use it to learn some wheelies and other small stunt things for fun. As I now have a zx6r. I really like the tracer 9 gt I think is what they call it. It looks like a tin of fun and I like the idea of exploring.
@@boringkhaos i think most potential buyers would be okay those mods.
@johns1139 I agree. Most will want to change it to make it their own and if it already has an exhaust that's one less thing plus I try to keep the pull offs that way I have that as leverage if I need to sell it or I also have the parts if anything happens.
Nice honest review, I own 2019 model , iam a lightweight guy, I enjoy a lot. The best mod is full exhaust system which I installed, stock full exhaust system weighs a tone, and I upgraded DELKEVIC, it’s 1/4 weight of stock, NO ECU FLASH NEEDED nor air and fuel tunning .
bike has become like so flickable, moves fast and agile even better than before.
Anyways I have ordered flash cables from ftecu, and have a plan of smog block plates install and take off canister and o2 sensor. Iam so glad for getting this Mto3❤
Yes i couldn't agree more the exhaust completely changed the bike for the better. The only thing that I would say might be a good is the r6 throttle tube. The oem mt03 tube felt borderline dangerous at times. Thanks for the comment I greatly appreciate it. Happy riding!
I am interested in this bike as a replacement/final bike for the 2002 BMW R1150R I sold to a more deserving owner...I am 65 years old and I would still like to ride, but I want something lighter & more easy to operate...This bike seems to be more to my requirements for a replacement bike...
This bike is amazing for what you are looking. It if very light and so easy to flip around corners and maneuver. It's tagged as "beginner" so there's very limited controls. It's the very basic. You get abs and lights and that's about it. It's nothing too much. The only downfall Is It's not overly torqued. But it'll do a little over 100. I recommend it to everyone
You need the r 6 throttle tube! And you will be amazed at the improvement on throttle action! I mean absolutely amazed!the throttle response with the r6 throttle tube makes the mto3 go from zero to hero! Instantly!
My favorite upgrade I ever did. Maybe better than the exhaust 😅
@@boringkhaos oh yeah the exhaust and sprockets are a given! Definitely nice to do but that dam r6 throttle tube is an absolute must! The stock throttle throw is so long and stretched out it's PATHETIC! AND ONCE YOU UPGRADE IT YOU ARE JUST TRIPPIN ON THE RESPOND OF IT! LIKE GOODNESS! IT WILL ACTUALLY GET UP WND REALLY MOVE NOW! DEFINITELY A GOOD UPGRADE! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ANYONE THAT HAS THE BIKE!
You are 100% correct. That r6 tube just makes it a completely different machine
Can the throttle operation be adjusted so you don't have to twist it so much to get the response that you should have... I'd like to know...!
You can get an r6 throttle tube. That's what I did. It will give you the response you are looking for and they're cheap on Amazon
Can they get you a better throttle cable at the dealership if requested,i mean im sure it be a little cost but id be ok with thst an probably have better front breaks
I don't know about a throttle cable but if you put an r6 throttle tube on it makes a huge difference and they're about 30 bucks. And as far as brakes they have better aftermarket ones. I believe yammie noob has a video on the brakes. And if you look at my older videos I posted an r6 throttle tube video and the part is in the description.
@@boringkhaos, ok yeah I heard about people doing that, is it on the hand throttle itself
@kennywheelus6857 yes sir it's literally the entire throttle tube which is the part you twist. Its scary at first of you don't know what you're doing but I did it myself in half an hour with an alien wrench and needle nose pliers and a youtube video
@@boringkhaos ,ok kool,I'll have to look thst up when I get one,I'll drive it a bit to get a feel for the bike before upgrading
I 100 agree with you there
2:55 that’s the time the intro is done
Yeah it was a little longer of an intro because it's been a while since I uploaded.
Hope you see it. Brother
Thanks! I should be uploading again in the next few days. I've been out of town and had crap weather
Hey do you think the bike is good for a bigger guy? How much do you weigh?
I heard you say you're a bigger guy but how much? I'm around 320 pounds 6 foot tall are you around there?
Yes. I'm 6 foot and about 260ish. It does fine for me. You might lose a mile or 2 per hour but it will be perfectly fine. I did get slightly bored after about 4-5000 miles but I've road it every day since the day I got it. It will do about 100 on the highway I've hit 107 on a very very long stretch. You will not be disappointed.
@@bmar916 You should be completely fine the max weight recommended is I think is around four hundred pounds. So it should be decent for you. But now I seen that mt09 and actually heard what they sound like I am really craving one of them bad boys. It's legit like a cross between a cruiser and a sport bike! And it absolutely roars! The sound is amazing on that 09!
The 09 is pretty crazy but I just wonder about the mt10 and what it's about. Like is it better or did they change perfection?
Wonder how it would work out to raise the top end and make it ride at 100 and stay at a little lower rpm?
You would have no low end power at all. If I were to do anything I would gear it to have more low end torque and stay off the highway IMHO.
Unless you just changed the sprocket to pull a little bit more in top end speeds ! It is probably gonna take from low end speed a little but it shouldn't be to much of a problem I would think
I know I definitely want my rear fender back mine has that fender eliminator and I actually think it looks better with the fender. I mean to each his own but I like how they look with the rear fender!
Yes and no at the same time that really depends on the rider in my opinion I mean I'm on the borderline of too big for the bike that's why I was so persistent on upgrading to a bigger more powerful bike. If you sub 200 you probably wouldn't notice a difference at the bottom end
@jesse smith I absolutely hate it haha. I have the old one still I think if you want it.
How much Mpga do u get my brother..!!
On the mt03 about 51 average. But I didn't really hyper mile or anything. I've heard many say they get 60+
Superglue + baking powder is the best way to use superglue. Look it up.
Oh I know haha. That's how I do it but I didn't have access. And there was something store bought as the same formula.
Best thing I did too mine was install a shorter throw throttle.
That's the best thing you can do it makes a world of difference and for 30 bucks it's definitely worth it!
@@boringkhaos I understand why they put such a long throw one on there but because of it they actually kinda made it unsafe because how awkward of a position full throttle is. Good on paper but bad in the real world. I also upgraded to stainless steel break lines made it a whole lot sure footed stopping.
I couldn't agree more with you about that. Interesting... I've heard that annoy the brake lines but have never personally tried it.
@@boringkhaos Yea man any lower end bikes definitely need that upgrade. You can definitely tell the difference in a hard stop. That's why dukes and stuff are so expensive there have better hardware like that on them.
@@boringkhaos I wish more influencers would focus on doing upgrades on stuff like that before go fast goodies. Breaking and handling are way more important on a bike than speed. Breaks and tires should be the first upgrade anyone should do on a lower end bike. You can push the rest of it so much harder and keep you safer or alive for that matter by just doing that.
only thing that really bothers me is the damn throttle, gotta swapthat for sure. who wants to turn the thing that far just to open it up? nearly have to turn it, re grip and turn it some more just to get comfortable.
Yes its actually dramatic I was talking about that in the first review I did and it was ridiculous. One of the first things I did was got the r6 throttle tube on Amazon for like 30 bucks. And took about 10 minutes to put on
Just looked, man there's so many different results and prices, don't wanna get the wrong shit. Anyway you can throw me a link?
@@1683clifton yessir. Give me a few to find it
Here you go bud! And looks like this is one of the few things that has not doubled in price in the last year. lol
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005C59NO2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Do you think a 300 pound guy can ride this city commuting?
It would definitely commute the city depending on your preference of riding style. I'm about 250 if that gives you any kind of idea.
Could of talked about gas milage, insurance, buying experience.
You are 100% correct. I wasn't really thinking about that aspect the insurance is very cheap for a beginner motorcycle. Everyone is going to have different rates but for what it is I was shocked. And I've touched so much on the fuel mileage. It's amazing. I get about 51mpg and I'm not necessarily trying for mpg
Mt does stand for max torque
Hahaha it is very torquey it just doesn't have a lot of top end. Problem is taking away from the low end would take a too long to get to the top end
People here in city an town stop an go in constantly slamming breaks or break checks here
Yeah man it gets old that's why I avoid town most of the time for sure.
@@boringkhaos ,gotcha
I really do try and stay out of town unless I'm trying to find other bikers lol
@@boringkhaos, I have back roads for a bit going until coming out on main road to head to work
@@kennywheelus6857 back roads are the best roads my friend
Don't put a 160 on it. It's designed for a 140. Check out ax rider. He shreds on new 140s
To each their own. I loved the 160 and it ran great with it. I noticed a positive improvement going to the 160 personally but I wasn't necessarily racing either.
Bro your crazy on comfortably unless you're seven foot a three fifty four hundred pounds your out of your mind I am 6 foot 5 265 pounds and the bike is completely comfortable for me I me I'm a very big guy though I am more of an athletic type 0erson granted In not in good shape at all I'm also disabled and have a bad back and this bike is comfortable for me I have one complaint on ergonomics and that is the foot peg placement and the way your feet sit on the pegs! But other than that no complaints on sitting posture! It's like riding a dirt bike or cruiser you are completely able to sit up completely comfortable not having to lean forward over the gas tank like a regular sport bike! The seating is absolutely comfortable for me and I'm a big man! Now yes if you're over three hundred three hundred fifty pounds and over six foot at that weight it's to small for you and that's why it's uncomfortable for you! But like I said I'm 6 foot 5 and 265 pounds! And I am completely comfortable on it for a few hours of ride time at least! Due to it being such an upright comfortable seating arrangement! The handlebars are more of a dirt bike style with the. Protaper handle Barr's and very comfortable hand position at that! So I absolutely love the handlebars and seating ergonomics. You gotta let the people know your size so they know when it starts getting uncomfortable.! Imbur with my size I'll tell you you reaching the Max any bigger than six foot five inches tall and 265 and you are at the limit the bike can handle three fifty four hundred pound riders all day granted you gonna be putting some strain on the bike. That being said if you're three hundred pounds and five foot tall you don't want to ride this bike! But if you're three hundred and 6 foot two 6foot 5 your gonna be completely fine on this bike! But that's about the max for this bike. Any more and your gonna want to go up to the Mt 06 and your gonna love it! And if you get the m 09 your gonna be having an absolute blast being 300 plus pounds as long as your a semi athletic person! And can handle the power! Mt does stand for Max torque so the bikes Definitely have some torquy power to them! And you are gonna need some upper body strength to handle the bike! Granted you really need some decent upper body strength to really handle Any motorcycle properly other than a touring cruiser! Style motorcycle! Cause on them style bikes you can be comfortable and cruise at eighty years old! But any sport bike or hybrid like this bike especially once you reach the six hundred seven hundred and eight hundred cc bikes your gonna need a little more upper body strength. I'm not saying you have to be a body builder by any means. But a little extra upper body control is a good thing! If you're not in any kind of shape and can't do a few pull / push UPS you don't need to be on these kind of bikes in the first place! You need a cruiser and or touting bike! That being said any body can ride a bike! No matter your size and if you want it every body deserves to be able to get out and have some fun riding! You just gotta try to get healthy. But they are able to carry you Just fine! No problem at all this bike will handle your weight! So have fun just make sure you are safe out there in these Americans streets! Cause these people don't know how to drive!! So have fun but be safe and watch our for the morons in cars! # loud pipes save lives!! Get an exhaust upgrade and find the best exhaust you can find for the bike!
Yes you're very accurate. I'm about same weight as you just a couple inches shorter. My biggest complaint in comfort would be how thin the seat is. And I wish I could go back and make a new review video as there are some other things to be said as you have stated. And having a zx6r now I have respect for how comfortable it really is and honestly of they put thicker padding in the seat it would be a chariot. Don't get me wrong I've had many 8+ hrs days riding the mt03 and it is pretty comfortable to ride comparatively just could use more padding in the seat.
@@boringkhaos oh yeah I got you. I could use a little more padding. Imagine if you could find a Harley sportster or goldwing sport bike seat that would fit the Mt03 I have looked but if they do that would definitely make a crazy difference! Them Harley sportsters and goldwings are built for straight comfort! And to have that comfort made seat on a sport bike hybrid with the ergonomics and comfortable posture of the Mt03 being a semi sport cruiser hybrid would make it in comparable in comfort! For sure!
@jesse smith I definitely have looked lol. And I can't remember the name of the company but there is one I found you send your seat in and they add an inch of foam to it. I thought about going that route.
I like your content. I don't have a bike to ride. I asked my father to buy one he used to say he will buy but he didn't. My father has passed away my dream still remains as a dream. I like bikes but I couldn't afford it. Could you please help sir in getting my dream come true. If you can give me a bike or in form of bucks. Thanks!
As much as I'd like to It's taken me 15 years to make mine happen. Just keep your goals and dreams set and you will make them come true. Good luck!
Thanks for the words. I'm working hard but still not achieving. I'm broke asf. Since 2013 I was dreaming to own a bike. I used to ask my father to buy and he used to say he will buy one and I would daydream like I was riding a bike but the sad part is the dream never come true and after 2 years I fed up of asking. It's been five years my father had passed away and I am working hard but couldn't afford it. We have to experience some fun at some age after the age passes we can't enjoy I want to experience at this age. If you are rich and concerned about me help me. Minimum $100-$500 is enough.
I ain't rich you got the wrong guy my friend. I have not made a dime from the channel and have put all my earnings into it as an investment. Rich is not me maybe once I have made it big on the channel it will be different but I do not have extra money laying around my friend