I really liked how you demonstrated the power band by pulling the throttle in different gears at different speeds. Something that many other reviews miss entirely. Well done.
I've owned one of these now coming up to three years. Best bike I've ever owned, yes it's a bit of a hooligan machine but I tour Europe on it, such a great if a little thirsty machine. Also 14,000 miles it's been perfectly reliable.
@@MT10dan88 I bought an MT10 just after this video was posted. I ride mostly with my wife as passenger, we have the comfort seat and I made foot peg extensions for the rear. This is an absolutely awesome bike, I couldn't be more pleased. I would only sell it if Yamaha upgraded the MT10.
Bought a 2017 MT-10 yesterday, took it out through some twisties today. Thoughts: Throttle Mode 1 (previously called B) is absurd for traffic and perhaps even a bit aggressive for tight (25-35kph) twisties. Mode 2 (previously "A") is excellent in the twisties and can handle moderate traffic, mode 3 (previously "std") is strictly for traffic and does a good job. Low speed control (as in, very low speed, like those times when you could put your foot down but just don't want to) is super easy in mode 3. Didn't play with the TCS much, left it in 2 for most of the day, 1 for a little while. Didn't notice a huge difference. I wasn't going to power up any wheelies on a brand new bike (run in your new bikes please!) so I didn't test the supposed "wheelie control" of TCS3 mode. Cornering is precise. I'm coming off a 2004 R1 which was absolutely on rails through corners. I've only ridden an upright bike for a couple of weeks prior to this, so the body position feels odd and did not inspire confidence, but the bike certainly does. About 30 minutes into the tight corners the hesitation apprehension was forgotten. In fact I found that while the R1 held a completely steady line at all times, the MT-10 is actually easier to adjust into a tighter line when needed (like when there's oncoming wide traffic etc).
A series of great reviews, I have the Kwak Z SX on my radar and the slightly costlier MT-10 tourer, your level comprehensive reviews of both have definitely given me food for thought before test riding both.
Did you actually give it full throttle once in second gear like you said a few time, when I go anywhere near full throttle in 3rd gear on mine it instantly stands up
Hey Mark, Rode this years bike this morning after trying the initial first effort two years ago, and the fuelling is better now than it was then. So much more so I've sold my 2016 GS and just about to sign the dotted line for a new touring edition in Ice Flou colour. Massively impressed with the flexibility of the engine with its ability to commute to work at 25mph and then hit the twisties on the way home........bloody awesome!
Nice review Mark. Shame about the Multistrada. I was convinced you were going to buy the new one. Tried one myself - but I couldn't part with my Diavel.
Really great review. The best for this bike i think. Ive watched loads. With your review about everyday and real world riding thats it im getting 1. Cheers fella keep em coming....
Hi.. well the engine is definitely as exciting but with even more character brakes not quite as good and being naked not quite a tourer but if all you want is fun then it's definitely worth a try All the best mark
Actually the best review so far and I have seen them all. I would want one for some semi touring around the country but also twisty rides and even a track day a year...so it seems bang on for the price...I saw a review where the guy changed the front brake pads to Brembo track and street pads and he says the braking got even better and as far as I have heard it was the only draw back...no longer. Does it need that little touring screen do you think? I would take the quick shifter but other than that it doesn't need anything at all.. with track noise limits at 95db I wouldn't be able to get the akra on it as that would be more....do you know what the db level is on the standard bike? Love that blue version by the way!
Always enjoy your videos , a great informative review , there are a lot of excellent bikes around at the moment , this may be a contender for my next one
Hello mark, just watched your video of the Yamaha mt10 from 3 years ago. Just loved your reaction to that bike and it made me laugh an absolutely amazing motorcycle and it looks great in blue. Well done sir hope to see you soon test riding some new machines, ride safe.
Good to see another review Mark. I too have test ridden this bike and loved it . The only thing that may let it down for long days is the fuel economy looks pretty bad . I know most will say who cares but i like at least 300 k's before the fuel light comes on. Bigger tank on a tracer version or eco fuel mode for highway maybe ? Keep them coming
+mark pulling i am sure it will do better than that in general riding but as an everyday bike why can't they include an economy mode to go with rain ,B and standard . Wheelies in the morning , touring in the afternoon. Nice
Nice work Mark. Do you ever ride with a pillion? I'm contemplating an upgrade from my trusty 600cc Hornet (lovely bike) but it will need to offer wifely comforts.....CheersTony
hi Tony yes I've got lots of experience taking pillions big mile munchers like fjrs and pans offer the best comfort for the passenger. most sporty bikes just offer a postage stamp for the pillion which isn't ideal then bikes like vfrs etc offer a good compromise you'll have to take your wife on a demo ride :). All the best mark
Another good review Mark, always enjoy your videos. If this is a comfy performance bike it could be my next. What about build quality and materials? Did you have a good look at the fasteners, plastics and paint quality? Also, what helmet are you wearing?
Hi ,yes the qualiity looked good ,equally as good as the competion..the engine especially looked georgeous ,my helmet is a scorpion exo 510 all the best mark
Good review as usual. I must admit though I have been unimpressed with the build quality of Yamaha's mt series. Give them 6 months and they look like a ten year old machine. But as you point out, superb handling combined with a great motor.
Must politely disagree. My 2016 is immaculate, though I do 6k+ mile's per year and regularly get asked if it's new. Helps that I enjoy cleaning it, although the yellow wheels are a ball-ache!
Yes,, ,,, I had a mt09sp for 3 years,, never ever rode a Mt 10,,bought one 2 months ago,,, as I drove out the dealer,, wasn't to sure,,, as never rode one,, or test ride, then 5 minutes later,,,, one word,,,,,, Wow,,, eats tyres,,, chains and sprockets,,, and drinks fuel,,, but fun comes at a price,, and great review by the way ,,, and a great bike,,,, smiles per miles,,
You say when you gun it the front wheel wants to come up, but when the front wheel is on the ground does the bike have a good front end feel ? does it feel planted and stable at higher speeds ? because I recently tested a 2020 mt09 and it didn't feel stable and planted.
Hi Johnathon ...yes it feels 100% planted on the mt10 ... brilliant chassis ...I've reviewed the 09 aswell and may be the oe tyres it comes with aren't the best ...the 09 is definitely a more flighty beast Regards mark
I really like the MT 10,trouble is I really like the new Triumph speed triple R too! I have tried the Triumph but not the MT 10 yet, As always a great review Mark. thanks and regards
Cracking review, very in depth. ...Just put my deposit down on the SP version can't wait to see it in the flesh at the bike show got the MT 09 at the moment but looking forward to getting the MT 10 sp
I'd use a description of "moved the power down in the rev range" instead of "de-tuned", which implies less power. Yamaha has trademarked the moniker "Tracer GT" in Europe as of 4/17. In Europe, this bike is the MT10...and one owner there deftly coined it the "Empty 10" due to the short (~135 miles) fuel range. You can try touring on that in the US, but you'd better fill your luggage with fuel bottles. Sold my FZ09, but enjoying my 17 FJ09 (~200 mile fuel range) quite a bit, especially with the Ohlins suspension I just installed. I am interested in something like an FJ10. Fill those fake scoops on the tank with gas, add a more comfy seat, keep the sporty suspension, throw in some red, white and blue paint choices (skip the blurple and dayglo wheels, please), maybe dial back (at least shorten) the bug beak, and you will have another winner. Love that blue...couldn't bring myself to buy anything with day-glow wheels, and you can fry eggs on anything black in summer here in Texas. :)
Good review. I'll second gshok on the low rpm pulls...never seen that in a bike review, and it definitely belongs in any street bike review-nice work. I love the low end grunt, fun factor and 200+ mile range of my FJ09. Know the FZ10 pulls well off the bottom has it on my radar as a possible next bike, but I can't get past the ~135 mile range of the FZ10. Hoping the "tracer GT" solves that issue.
2022 has to be the year this bike gets a face lift. I was so close o pulling he trigger and trading in my CB1000R but after seeing the MT03, 07 and 09 asleep get a new look I’ve decided to wait and see if the MT10 gets a refresh for 2022 before I take the plunge and trade my CB1000R in for an MT10.
Great Cruiser , Husband & Wife cross country & transportation. I have ridden it & i liked it , But if you re looking for economy fuel. It is ok if you don't push it hard.. All around very good I liked the Z1000. Little bit better as far as a Naked Bike.
Excellent review! I went to a Yamaha dealership a few weeks ago here in Sydney to test ride the MT 10. I really enjoyed it and I agree with you in the sense that it is a great bike with a fantastic engine but there is something plasticky about it that did not work for me. I genuinely wanted to like it more and forced myself to in a way but I ended up buying a Street Triple RX instead. If I lived in the UK and could ride those great country roads I would definitely buy a MT 10 !
Nice! Where I live the pricing of Japanese bikes are ridiculous. The 2017 BMW s1000r 'premium' with the electronic suspension, quickshifter with autoblipping etc goes for about 12000 pounds. The 2017 KTM super duke goes for about 13500 pounds. I can buy the 2017 super duke with the track pack (quickshifter + autoblipper, engine braking control etc) akra end can, ergo seats and heated grips for the price of the MT10 :/ The stock Mt10 goes for about 15000 pounds. Hardly value for money.
150whp if that boat anchor of a exhaust/catalytic "system" is thrown out for a yosh, austin racing, etc. and a competent chap flushing the ecu. NOT 150whp off the showroom floors, at least not here in the US.
hi Seth you could do as it's easy to ride but you'd be better off getting something like an mt07 first for say six months then upgrade to one of these when you've got some experience and a few thousand miles under your belt All the best mark
Thanks mate though im probably too eager not to get this badboy and besides moneywise i can only get one bike at a time hehe and with the 10 you get so much bang for the buck. Was originally planning on getting a Harley but this bike is making me change my mind.....
yea i assumed that up until last night lol, I had been riding around town in A mode thinking it was the least agressive but it was still a bit snatchy so i had a quick look at the manual which said that standard mode was the least agressive :-)
I really liked how you demonstrated the power band by pulling the throttle in different gears at different speeds. Something that many other reviews miss entirely. Well done.
cheers thanks :)
I've owned one of these now coming up to three years. Best bike I've ever owned, yes it's a bit of a hooligan machine but I tour Europe on it, such a great if a little thirsty machine. Also 14,000 miles it's been perfectly reliable.
Hi thanks for the comment all the best Mp
So good to see someone test without being a a complete tool. It's on my list to try so thanks Mark.
100% agree.
@@MT10dan88 I bought an MT10 just after this video was posted. I ride mostly with my wife as passenger, we have the comfort seat and I made foot peg extensions for the rear. This is an absolutely awesome bike, I couldn't be more pleased. I would only sell it if Yamaha upgraded the MT10.
Bought a 2017 MT-10 yesterday, took it out through some twisties today. Thoughts:
Throttle Mode 1 (previously called B) is absurd for traffic and perhaps even a bit aggressive for tight (25-35kph) twisties. Mode 2 (previously "A") is excellent in the twisties and can handle moderate traffic, mode 3 (previously "std") is strictly for traffic and does a good job. Low speed control (as in, very low speed, like those times when you could put your foot down but just don't want to) is super easy in mode 3.
Didn't play with the TCS much, left it in 2 for most of the day, 1 for a little while. Didn't notice a huge difference. I wasn't going to power up any wheelies on a brand new bike (run in your new bikes please!) so I didn't test the supposed "wheelie control" of TCS3 mode.
Cornering is precise. I'm coming off a 2004 R1 which was absolutely on rails through corners. I've only ridden an upright bike for a couple of weeks prior to this, so the body position feels odd and did not inspire confidence, but the bike certainly does. About 30 minutes into the tight corners the hesitation apprehension was forgotten. In fact I found that while the R1 held a completely steady line at all times, the MT-10 is actually easier to adjust into a tighter line when needed (like when there's oncoming wide traffic etc).
One of the best reviews of this bike I've seen. Thanks !
I've been missing your reviews Mark. Thanks for this!
A series of great reviews, I have the Kwak Z SX on my radar and the slightly costlier MT-10 tourer, your level comprehensive reviews of both have definitely given me food for thought before test riding both.
Thanks for the comment all the best mark
Finally Mark! Been waiting for you to put out a new vid for months. Nice to see youre still kicking. Put out more!!!
I really like the way you review bikes Mark, as gshok said, quite different from a lot of other reviewers. Keep up the good work!
thanks Stephen :)
Did you actually give it full throttle once in second gear like you said a few time, when I go anywhere near full throttle in 3rd gear on mine it instantly stands up
I was thinking the same thing, mine is on the back wheel easily in the first 3 gears LOL absolute fun and a beast of a bike!
Hey Mark, Rode this years bike this morning after trying the initial first effort two years ago, and the fuelling is better now than it was then. So much more so I've sold my 2016 GS and just about to sign the dotted line for a new touring edition in Ice Flou colour. Massively impressed with the flexibility of the engine with its ability to commute to work at 25mph and then hit the twisties on the way home........bloody awesome!
Great stuff John I'll be testing the mt10 sp very soon great choice what an engine :)
Nice review Mark. Shame about the Multistrada. I was convinced you were going to buy the new one. Tried one myself - but I couldn't part with my Diavel.
Great to see you back Mark, I shall sit back and enjoy the video.
Cheers
Tony
thanks tony :)
On the hunt now, to see and ride one down under.Great review mate.
Really great review. The best for this bike i think. Ive watched loads. With your review about everyday and real world riding thats it im getting 1. Cheers fella keep em coming....
Would he lack if a wind screen preclude it from being comfortable on the interstate for long drives on straight roads at 60-70 mph?
Hi 60-70 mph no problem at all good wind protection as standard
Good to see you back and a great review. How would you compare it to the BMW XR1000 you test rode?
Hi.. well the engine is definitely as exciting but with even more character brakes not quite as good and being naked not quite a tourer but if all you want is fun then it's definitely worth a try All the best mark
Actually the best review so far and I have seen them all. I would want one for some semi touring around the country but also twisty rides and even a track day a year...so it seems bang on for the price...I saw a review where the guy changed the front brake pads to Brembo track and street pads and he says the braking got even better and as far as I have heard it was the only draw back...no longer. Does it need that little touring screen do you think? I would take the quick shifter but other than that it doesn't need anything at all.. with track noise limits at 95db I wouldn't be able to get the akra on it as that would be more....do you know what the db level is on the standard bike? Love that blue version by the way!
Always enjoy your videos , a great informative review , there are a lot of excellent bikes around at the moment , this may be a contender for my next one
Hello mark, just watched your video of the Yamaha mt10 from 3 years ago.
Just loved your reaction to that bike and it made me laugh an absolutely amazing motorcycle and it looks great in blue.
Well done sir hope to see you soon test riding some new machines, ride safe.
Thanks Gary yes it's a great naked bike , wouldn't mind one myself , should be back to the reviews in a week or two regards mark
It is very nice to see you again . please make more reviews. You rock/
Good to see another review Mark. I too have test ridden this bike and loved it . The only thing that may let it down for long days is the fuel economy looks pretty bad . I know most will say who cares but i like at least 300 k's before the fuel light comes on. Bigger tank on a tracer version or eco fuel mode for highway maybe ? Keep them coming
yes the mpg was showing 36 mpg on the demo bike
+mark pulling
i am sure it will do better than that in general riding but as an everyday bike why can't they include an economy mode to go with rain ,B and standard . Wheelies in the morning , touring in the afternoon. Nice
Nice work Mark. Do you ever ride with a pillion? I'm contemplating an upgrade from my trusty 600cc Hornet (lovely bike) but it will need to offer wifely comforts.....CheersTony
hi Tony yes I've got lots of experience taking pillions big mile munchers like fjrs and pans offer the best comfort for the passenger. most sporty bikes just offer a postage stamp for the pillion which isn't ideal then bikes like vfrs etc offer a good compromise you'll have to take your wife on a demo ride :). All the best mark
keep it up
love your chill reviews
was suggested this vid after viewing your latest on the tracer gt
Yes, good to have you back. How is your Multistrada going?
hi tom I sold the multi a few months ago (sheds tear) just fancied a change I've got a zzr1400 now :). review to follow atb mark
Another good review Mark, always enjoy your videos. If this is a comfy performance bike it could be my next. What about build quality and materials? Did you have a good look at the fasteners, plastics and paint quality? Also, what helmet are you wearing?
Hi ,yes the qualiity looked good ,equally as good as the competion..the engine especially looked georgeous ,my helmet is a scorpion exo 510 all the best mark
Good review as usual. I must admit though I have been unimpressed with the build quality of Yamaha's mt series. Give them 6 months and they look like a ten year old machine. But as you point out, superb handling combined with a great motor.
Must politely disagree. My 2016 is immaculate, though I do 6k+ mile's per year and regularly get asked if it's new. Helps that I enjoy cleaning it, although the yellow wheels are a ball-ache!
Yes,, ,,, I had a mt09sp for 3 years,, never ever rode a Mt 10,,bought one 2 months ago,,, as I drove out the dealer,, wasn't to sure,,, as never rode one,, or test ride, then 5 minutes later,,,, one word,,,,,, Wow,,, eats tyres,,, chains and sprockets,,, and drinks fuel,,, but fun comes at a price,, and great review by the way ,,, and a great bike,,,, smiles per miles,,
Thanks great choice love the mt10
Cheers mark
You say when you gun it the front wheel wants to come up, but when the front wheel is on the ground does the bike have a good front end feel ? does it feel planted and stable at higher speeds ? because I recently tested a 2020 mt09 and it didn't feel stable and planted.
Hi Johnathon ...yes it feels 100% planted on the mt10 ... brilliant chassis ...I've reviewed the 09 aswell and may be the oe tyres it comes with aren't the best ...the 09 is definitely a more flighty beast
Regards mark
It’s not noise, it is sound, it sounds gorgeous Mark
Excellent review. This is the MT where Yamaha did everything right.
Great review as always, would still love to see one for the BMW R1200R with low seat when you can, like you I'm a shorty
Nice review as always. Whats's the wind effect like at 80-90ish. Could you hold it for miles down a french autoroute?
hollowaysteve yes it's fine at that speed the little screen does a good job ..id take this bike to France All the best mark
Seriously good bike this is. I did a naughty little test ride last weekend and would love to upgrade my 09 to a 10.
My GOD the icon blue MT-10 is good looking. Good thing i own one. Haven`t ridden it yet tho, winter just won`t go away😭
I really like the MT 10,trouble is I really like the new Triumph speed triple R too! I have tried the Triumph but not the MT 10 yet, As always a great review Mark. thanks and regards
Hey mark i would love you to test a Yamaha xsr 900 as its a bike im considering.....
Michael,
Buy one it is an awesome bike!!!
Why isn't the throttle on the left side in europe?
Cracking review, very in depth. ...Just put my deposit down on the SP version can't wait to see it in the flesh at the bike show got the MT 09 at the moment but looking forward to getting the MT 10 sp
your a lucky man keith ....very nice , all the best mark
Thanks Mark keep up the good work on the reviews 👍
I'd use a description of "moved the power down in the rev range" instead of "de-tuned", which implies less power. Yamaha has trademarked the moniker "Tracer GT" in Europe as of 4/17. In Europe, this bike is the MT10...and one owner there deftly coined it the "Empty 10" due to the short (~135 miles) fuel range. You can try touring on that in the US, but you'd better fill your luggage with fuel bottles. Sold my FZ09, but enjoying my 17 FJ09 (~200 mile fuel range) quite a bit, especially with the Ohlins suspension I just installed. I am interested in something like an FJ10. Fill those fake scoops on the tank with gas, add a more comfy seat, keep the sporty suspension, throw in some red, white and blue paint choices (skip the blurple and dayglo wheels, please), maybe dial back (at least shorten) the bug beak, and you will have another winner. Love that blue...couldn't bring myself to buy anything with day-glow wheels, and you can fry eggs on anything black in summer here in Texas. :)
good comment thanks.... mark :)
Good review. I'll second gshok on the low rpm pulls...never seen that in a bike review, and it definitely belongs in any street bike review-nice work. I love the low end grunt, fun factor and 200+ mile range of my FJ09. Know the FZ10 pulls well off the bottom has it on my radar as a possible next bike, but I can't get past the ~135 mile range of the FZ10. Hoping the "tracer GT" solves that issue.
Yamaha are building some wonderful futuristic motorbikes
2022 has to be the year this bike gets a face lift. I was so close o pulling he trigger and trading in my CB1000R but after seeing the MT03, 07 and 09 asleep get a new look I’ve decided to wait and see if the MT10 gets a refresh for 2022 before I take the plunge and trade my CB1000R in for an MT10.
Quality is very good what camera/mic set up you using?
An old GoPro 2 but now use GoPro 7 :)
Good review and a great bike for the reliability of a Yamaha
Hope the springish weather coaxes you back in to action soon Mark, missing your reviews.
Tim Rains thanks Tim new Vstrom 650 out in a month or so watch this space :)
Great Cruiser , Husband & Wife cross country & transportation. I have ridden it & i liked it , But if you re looking for economy fuel. It is ok if you don't push it hard.. All around very good I liked the Z1000. Little bit better as far as a Naked Bike.
My second bike was a Yamaha 400 Enduro. I loved that bike! The styling is a deal breaker for me.
Excellent review.
Excellent review! I went to a Yamaha dealership a few weeks ago here in Sydney to test ride the MT 10. I really enjoyed it and I agree with you in the sense that it is a great bike with a fantastic engine but there is something plasticky about it that did not work for me. I genuinely wanted to like it more and forced myself to in a way but I ended up buying a Street Triple RX instead. If I lived in the UK and could ride those great country roads I would definitely buy a MT 10 !
Hopefully choping in my mt07 for this next year
Nice!
Where I live the pricing of Japanese bikes are ridiculous.
The 2017 BMW s1000r 'premium' with the electronic suspension, quickshifter with autoblipping etc goes for about 12000 pounds.
The 2017 KTM super duke goes for about 13500 pounds. I can buy the 2017 super duke with the track pack (quickshifter + autoblipper, engine braking control etc) akra end can, ergo seats and heated grips for the price of the MT10 :/
The stock Mt10 goes for about 15000 pounds. Hardly value for money.
excellent review Mark, thank you!
150whp if that boat anchor of a exhaust/catalytic "system" is thrown out for a yosh, austin racing, etc. and a competent chap flushing the ecu. NOT 150whp off the showroom floors, at least not here in the US.
Good review thanks Mark
Would this be good for a new rider? I will ride it safe in standard mode mostly.
hi Seth you could do as it's easy to ride but you'd be better off getting something like an mt07 first for say six months then upgrade to one of these when you've got some experience and a few thousand miles under your belt All the best mark
Thanks mate though im probably too eager not to get this badboy and besides moneywise i can only get one bike at a time hehe and with the 10 you get so much bang for the buck. Was originally planning on getting a Harley but this bike is making me change my mind.....
Lord Seth yes good point it really is a lot of bike for the money
it would be perfect for your first and only ride
Funny you said about it having 150 at the rear wheel, most only get 135 :s still more than enough power for most of us
a great review as always
Great review Mark thanks 👍🏼
Well done, Mark!
One thing you got wrong in the video - A mode is not the softest mode.
B mode is most agressive, then A mode, then standard is the least aggressive.
ok great thanks,you would have thought standard was the middle setting ...a and b are the other way round to the mt09 I believe ?
yea i assumed that up until last night lol, I had been riding around town in A mode thinking it was the least agressive but it was still a bit snatchy so i had a quick look at the manual which said that standard mode was the least agressive :-)
Cool, I subscribed to your channel and looks like I may have found a possible new power tourer
Thanks for the sub Wayne you'll love the mt10 :)
What kind of gloves are those mate?
got them on ebay £25 ...no particular make ,just tap in motorcycle gloves to ebay they are about ten down the list cheers mark
High time you checked out the 10SP and also the 09SP......!
Hi raymo I've already reviewed the 09sp it's on my channel but yes the 10sp is on the " to do "list All the best mark
mark pulling apologies I’ll check it out!
Stunning bike
Comprehensive and informative. Cheers.
Welcome back!
thanks :)
Looking forward to the zzr14 experience.
yep should be soon Tim :)
mark pulling ...how soon is now? ;-)
Thank you!
I think 10,000 is a lot of cash when you can get a Kawasaki z900 for just less than 8,000
They should put this engine in the Niken.
@1:19 Detuning a bike is not necessarily an improvement but it is cheaper than developing an entirely new engine.
Im juueesst about flat footed
Great engine finished with a cheap wobbly plastic body. I was disappointed with it
Cheap because the materials used are not top quality that's why, wait few months and you will notice oxidised bolts, exhaust rusting and so on.
Just so ugly!😫 no smooth running lines! Just looks like lots of jumbled up Lego. Awful Yamaha really sorry!👎