The MT-10 has always been the most attractive of Yamaha’s middleweight naked bikes. But it’s beginning to look a little dated compared to the current crop of compact nakeds.
After two years, the MT-10 is all due for a severe refresh. Which is precisely why Yamaha is bringing with the 2022 model year.
At a glance
- 4.2’’ TFT Meter with Ride Mode selection
- Brembo Radial Master cylinder
- Cruise Control
- Speed Limiter
- 998cc EU5 CP4 engine
- Latest MT evolution design including full LED lighting
- APSG Throttle with selectable PWR-modes
- Titanium exhaust system
- Up and Down Quick Shift System
- 6-Axis IMU with full rider aids suite
- Bridgestone S22 Tyre
- 90° wheel air-valve
We’re seeing the first refresh from the Japanese manufacturer since introducing all three of its middleweight naked bikes—the MT-07, MT-09, and MT-10 in 2021.
Euro 5 Engine
Yamaha is turning the MT-10 into a proper flagship naked bike with new styling.Euro 5-compliant engines, and upgraded electronics packages on both models.
The MT-10’s new face is about aggressive angular shapes. Sharp lines, and an LED headlight that perfectly complements the “Dark Side of Japan” vision statement created for Yamaha’s naked bikes.
The new MT-10 features a titanium exhaust system and an intake system with acoustically amplified grills that improves engine output. The MT-10 further increases power.Which is now 164 horsepower (121 kW) at 11,500 rpm and 82.6 lb-ft (112 Nm) of torque at 9,000 rpm.
A new ECU optimized for this new hardware has enabled smooth power delivery throughout the rev range.
Suspension
The new 2022 MT-10 has multiple components from the R1 and gets a lightweight Deltabox from R1 fully adjustable KYB 43mm USD fork and shock.
The suspension comes tuned to give a muted initial response.Allowing the rider to enjoy the most excellent absorption over bumps while also having enough dampness.
Electronics
The six-axis IMU again arrives from R1 responsible for wheelie control, traction control, engine braking and slide control.
Yamaha has also made sure the new MT-10 has refined throttle ride by wire mechanism, via which you can choose four riding modes.
The new MT-10 also comes equipped with cruise control for long rides.A slipper assist clutch, a bi-directional quickshifter, Brembos and Bridgestone S22 tires.
And this could all be done via a 4.2-inch TFT console and new menu switchgear.
Shades
Available in three shades Cyan Storm, Icon Blue, and Tech Black. The new facelift now gets aligned with its younger siblings MT-03, MT-07, and MT-09. The new MT-10 will arrive with the dealers in 2022.
However, Yamaha has still not released the price of the new MT-10.
via Yamaha
