Honestly the looks are one of my favorite things. It looks like nothing else out there and everyone wants to know what it is. I feel like it matches it's hooligan character perfectly.
"It's got power for days" yes but "fuel for only an hour 😉" 160 miles fuel range said yet closer to 120 to 140 miles in real life at higher pace. Still an amazing bike (built and performance) and for 10k a bargain. Thank you for the review.
just got a 2009 MT-10 from a 79-year-old. 6,000 mi, garage kept, 9,400. he had it on cycle trader for 65 days. amazing upgrade from my 2007 vistrom 1000. The power is unreal and it feels so much faster without fairings or a proper windshield. 140 plus mile an hour wind to the face and body makes the bike feel more than enough. I still want to get an exhaust and flash though. 1500 bucks can get this bike from 135 wheel horsepower up into the low 150s.
As a current 2022 Tuono V4 owner I have to say, don't underestimate the MT10. The Tuono is my first Italian bike and it may be my last. That said, heres some thoughts. The Tuono is the best handling bike I've ever been on and it sounds amazing. It's totally ridable and can be riden smoothly without feeling like it's going to take off without you. Touring mode works great and doesnt limit the max power, its been dyno proven. All my prior bikes have been Japanese and im going back. Here's why... reliability. The Tuono is about to return to the dealer for the sixth time in only six months. The MT10 is going to be way more reliable and I'm planning to trade the Tuono for an MT10.
Also a Tuono owner. Most amazing bike I have ridden in 29 years riding. BUT… it went in the shop for a valve check 4 months ago and is still there. Thank god I kept my VFR as a back up!
I feared this about Italian bikes, or almost any euro bike. I have an old 04 FZ1 and when it finally dies I’ll need a replacement. The Tuono is a little tempting. I’ve always wanted to ride a v4, but it doesn’t have much for saddle bags. I’ll probably end up with another Japanese bike, or maybe a bmw 1000XR
Love this bike! I had an FZ1 Gen 2. These things bring out the idiot in you if you don’t control yourself. My FZ1 had no rider aids. Needless to say I broke the rear end lose in corners and hit wheelies quite often without trying. I use to get about 180 miles out of the tank. I switched to a KTM 790 adventure and while it’s not as spirited it’s still plenty fast and I get almost 300 miles out of a tank.
I had a 06 FZ1, it had a godawful EFI glitch that was terrible. It had a severe hesitation from off throttle to on throttle at high RPM. Did yours have that issue? I hated that bike. Sold it, bought a ZRX1200R. Liked that ok. I have a 2021 Ninja 1000SX now and I love it.
@@ericalger5003 They're known for this. Terrible fueling from the factory. An ECU flash completely resolves the issue and unlocks more power. Night and day difference.
Yeah he exaggerates massively, its a great looking bike, I always say it's purposeful looking like an apache helicopter 😂 They ruined the new one by taming down that look
I’ve just bought the Gen 2 MT10-SP. I also have a 2020 S1000RR M-Sport (mainly for track use) and love them both. Both have cruise control, up/down quickshifter, heated grips, Akra titanium full exhaust, and electronic suspension. Between the two of them, I have the best of both worlds.
I didn't think it would be possible to find a bike that could easily be used for touring, but with a smaller range tank than your Hyperstrada, and yet you managed to do it. Well done!
@@mark675 It's because we're motorcyclists. We do stupid things. Here in Australia plenty of people have done "The Lap" on a Postie bike. That's approximately 14,500 km (9,000 mi) around the coast. On a Honda CT110 that was used by Australia Post for mail delivery & then sold off cheap at an auction. And they don't have the dual range transmission.
With a 4.5 gallon tank and an extremely thirsty 1L engine, it's an "Empty Ten". That flip cap on the top of the tank, that's not a fuel filler port, it's the opening to a fuel black hole.
First time I rode one (2023 SP version) my brain was going "Fuck Yes!" before I even got out of the parking lot. That CP4 motor is a gem. Later, as I bent it into a corner, I was struck by the amazing handling. Much better than the Mt-09 I had just ridden. Better than the R7 even. The R1 derived chassis undoubtedly gets the credit. It does NOT feel it's weight either, plenty nimble with the wide bars. The new one looks a fair bit better too.
Got my FZ1 for a nice price last summer and love the seating, the handling, and (naturally) the power. That being said, I'd love to back down to a MT07 for the lighter weight, better mpg, longer rear tire life, and still have great acceleration up to 100 or so mph. The FZ1 is ALWAYS whispering for me to faster... so I usually do... 😆
Had a 2011 FZ1 with the full Yoshi exhaust, ECU flash treatment. 150 wheel hp. Loved it. One knock is it was a bit buzzy above 7k rpm with a lack of counterbalancer in the engine. Got a pretty consistent 37 mpg with it, no matter how I rode it. Yamaha really beat the lineup with the ugly stick going from the FZ1 to the FZ/MT-10. No denying the crossplane engine is special, but also thirsty. I find plenty of capability and satisfaction in the 850-950cc class of bikes these days that I don't need more than 130 horsepower. Just don't. They are the best use of motorcycle buying money. If you absolutely must have a 1L naked bike, the least expensive way to go that direction is GSX-S1000.
@lifted_above 'I got a pretty consistent 37mpg no matter how I rode it' How does that make any sense whatsoever? And a gsxS1000 is soulless compared to an mt10, my mate actually sold his after riding the Mt 😂😂
That's what I'm talking about. Picked up a 2015 FZ1 with 7k miles on it for 7k out the door. Bang for buck, not much beats it. 147hp, really rideable, and if you don't like the Bionicle look, it's a great option.
im running first gen fz1. I really wish they would make a new fz1 with the new cross plane r1 enging but not have it detuned to the point where its on par with the older fz1. Something like the s1000r power plant
2nd Gen FZ1 (2006-2015) had big problems with the stock tuning, but totally and absolutely solvable with full system and ECU flash, not to mention picking up nearly 20 peak horsepower (about 150 whp). I used to have a 2011 new, did all the full tuning, so worth it.
Excellent video Mr!!! And I totally understand it! I traded my 2013 Ducati Diavel for a 22 MT-10. Ducati was a great bike aside from the cost of the maintenance and the rear tire. You have to ride the Ducati at 7:10 (or more) for it to be happy, in order to enjoy it. With the mt10 you can Cruise all day long and comfort.. and when the little kid inside your starts to poke you you can go crazy like a madman. I have previously owned two Yamaha FZ1 over the years... That is what brought me back to the Yamaha brand.
As a new gen R1 owner, I can safely say that yes, it does suck to ride. It's a weekend only bike through and through, but man when you get that good open twisty road without traffic and push it up to 14,000 rpm, there's nothing like it.
I picked up a used blue mt10 late last summer. Just under 1k mi, essentially new, $9500. Already a fantastic bike but a $300 flash transforms it to another level. Leave the stock exhaust/cat/emissions intact if you want to keep it quiet, still do the flash! I did it that way then eventually put on a yosh 3/4 system. Whenever a change is made, reflash accordingly is a must. 95% of the power gains are from flash, NOT exhaust/decat. Exhaust just brings out that beautiful cp4 music. I have a new gen '22 mt09 too, I can't keep them both, tough choice but I'm keeping the mt10. Does that tell you how good it is? Beware: that 30mpg falls to more like 23-26mpg after flash regardless of exhaust. Mind you, I flog it reasonably hard😅. Mpg is annoying but damn this thing is SO fun that's quickly forgotten when I hop on and send it😊. These bikes are pure jailbait, careful.
@@hellraiserrec19It is a good deal but the market has basically falling out of bikes at least in my area. I saw some dealer selling a brand new 2023 mt10 for $12,999. Insane! Really good first Jen's can still be had for about $10,000. Thanks for the reply
Have you managed to have a blast on the new Street Triple RS yet Spite?... Such a great fun bike.. Only had mine a week..love it... Be great to see you do a review sometime!
Bought a brand new Mark 2 one last year. Full electronics suite, 4 power modes, one of which actually cuts the power to 100bhp, 6 axis and all the lean sensitive shizzle that goes with it. Mines the all black version, looks like Batman's bike. Tune and exhaust to come once it's out of warranty. It's great fun, handles nicely, sounds epic with the new acoustic grilles (I have ridden a mark one as well and the mark 2 sounds far nicer out of the box) 50th birthday present to myself after a shitty divorce.
Oh hell yes! I love my black 2021, got lucky to be able to get it. They are complete monsters, fast, wheelies all the time, corners like a dream, the sound is ludicrous with the right exhaust, they're comfortable, I think it looks absolutely dope especially modded properly. You can get the weight down to 440 ish, power up to 150+ WHP with 80 ft lbs. The only bad thing about it is the 29 mpg I get with my ECU flash. But it will wheelie in 4th with no clutch so it's a good trade-off! The next bike I plan to get, is another MT10!
I decatted my 2018 and had the ecu flashed by Moore Mafia and I can tell you it almost rips my arms off lol! Completely different beast after that and I love it!! Get it Spite!! Mail the ecu to have it flashed and have a freaking blast!
Definitely. I've ridden stock and then one with a flash that was putting down 158 rwhp. Holy shit lol. Enormous difference and the throttle is much improved. Amazing machine.
Hey Spite! I picked up a 2019 MT-10 couple of weeks back after riding Harleys for a couple of years. I'm definitely not looking back. My MT has a tune, Full SC exhaust. This is the perfect blend of power, fun, comfort. I recently installed the Yamaha comfort seat, Puig touring windshield. Next up is touring bags. Also, what horn was it that the previous owner installed?
Yep! the best Deceptacon reject!!! So true!! As I’ve mentioned on this channel before, I have a 22 Panigale and a 12 Diavel! While all the tech on the Pan is really cool and needed, it’s fun to hop on the older bike and just enjoy the ride without worrying what my D.T.M.S. Settings are!!
I absolutely love the look of my MT10, I feel likne online there is just this Nickleback effect with how much people are hating on the look of this bike. Why would you not want to ride a Megatron looking ass bike!?
I bought a 2016 10 months ago, ive done nearly 4k on it, ive toured the scottish highlands on it for 4 days, start to finish 1133 miles. We camped at Ben Nevis, and the road that goes up loch ness is 25 miles of 60mph perfection. But turn left half way up Loch Ness to the Isle of Skye, Spite, and youll be MotoGP. We are talking miles of 100 mph pristine roads. Never before did i corner, yes leant over at 100 mph, on any road. I opened my MT-10 up on a straight 140mph and got scared. The roads are pretty empty and the scenery is mind blowing. i have pics if you want to see.
I have the 2018 MT 10 for 5 years now. I disagree about the bike being chill. It has 3 modes and even in the chillest mode it goes 50mph in first gear and that with 3/4 throttle. It has 6 gears and it doesnt like to go 65mph in 6th and in 5th around that speed it BEGGS you to go 75mph.... Personally nothing is ugly about it, its sexy as fuck and everywhere i go people give me compliments for it..... riding this bike at 70+ or accelerating towards it is when you really enjoy it, the engine vibration and sound is very unique.
I got mine for 8500 bucks OTD in 2020, a 2017 model. You cannot beat it for the money. Small upgrades go a long way to making it significantly better too.
This is wonderful to watch. It's part review, part 'reasons why I need one in my life'. It seems to me like you need to trade in the pasta boat and grab this sir. This makes you smile, giggle and focuses you on enjoying the ride. Awesome bike. Also I picked up an X8 last year after you mentioned them. Man they're perfect. Keep it in my bag and really take all effort out of checking tire pressure. Best purchase of recent commuting goodies. 👍
Currently riding an MT07 and the MT10 is a seriously tempting upgrade option. Since my weekend fun trips are 100 miles tops, even the fuel economy would hurt that much for having that engine in my life :D
Try the MT09, the engine is absolutely fantastic. I own a XSR900, basically the same bike, and I make 60 mpg. Suspenssion, brakes and engine are top notch. And it is very nimble. You do not need no more.
I rode one last year at a Yamaha demo event and I feel the same way. This motorcycle is the first motorcycle that made me smile every time and it reminds me of why I got into riding motorcycles over 30 years ago. The difference is I do want brand new but you can’t find them at least in my area. I’m willing to trade in my 2021 Z 900 RS café because I want this bike. I want it brand new with no modifications.
it does sound amazing and thats coming from someone who usually couldn't care less about the sound. its looks are bleh but ive never cared much about that even though i can definitely acknowledge a sexy looking bike when i see one. but FEEL and USABILITY is what matters to me and I love the fact that this seems to hit the fastboi itch while being actually ridable on the street. Maybe one day I'll be skilled enough to hop on one. thanks as always for the video Spite :)
Update to my post two weeks ago, well I did it. I traded in my 2021 Kawasaki Z 900 RS café for a 2023 Yamaha MT 10. I took my Kawasaki in for a safety inspection and left the dealer with a 2023 MT 10. They had one on the showroom floor finally and I knew I was in trouble. I can’t get enough of this Yamaha goodness. This thing is flat out awesome.
Tuono chills out just fine on cruise control or around town in a taller gear with easy maintenance throttle. Although everything on it (ergos, engine, suspension geometry) definitely works best when you go after it, put putting along isn't really its happy place. Gabro map (went from stock bike Gabro map to stage 3 with a slipon and rsv4 airbox conversion; headers don't do much for these outside of weight savings) makes the power delivery and throttle response smoother and more immediate, also smoothens out the shifts when using qs. It definitely requires more attention and effort than lots of other bikes that can be more forgiving and easy going, but that adds fun and character. Anyway old man me is thinking about switching to multi v4 pp because doing 3-500 mile days on the tuono hurts me, even 30ish mile highway commute isn't amazingly comfortable due to the aggressive leg position, dunno why I do this to myself when it only feels amazing when I go after it in the corners or have an opportunity to open it up.
I've got one with the de cat and GPR exhaust tuned by Seton racing uk, it's so different to standard. The extra 35bhp makes such a difference ! Power mode 1 now tries to rip your arms off and beat you to death with the bloody stumps. The front wheel comes up in 1st 2nd and 3rd on power with no clutch. Mode 2 is just better smoother throttle response than mode 1 on the standard bike. It's a beast. And I love it. If you like the standard bike you've got to try one with a pipe and good re mapping. Ps it sounds awesome
I love the mt series bikes. Probably will never own a mt10. I’d like to keep my license, and not die. But the mt03 is a great cheap city bike and the mt07 has enough beans to be the bike you keep forever. Great line when it comes to value. I personally don’t mind the looks either.
as an MT-10 / Tuono v4 owner I cannot imagine touring it since it only lasts about 100 miles / 160 km on a tank. I love it, don't get me wrong, but it has no chill. And the brakes are crap if you don't upgrade them, even with the Brembo master cylinder. try the Tuono on full Brembo and you'd understand that they lack braking at Yamaha.
So I'm a bit late to ask this but...as much fun as you had on the ZH2...which has more fun factor? Think they're both equally ugly but the MT10 is slightly cheaper...although supercharger...thoughts?!?!
I have 2021 MT10 with decat pipe and tune. Great bike to ride on the back roads and highway, but fuel mileage sucks. I'm lucky to get 120 miles from a full tank of gas.
I traded in my Duke 390 for my FZ10 at the time. I will add that I was on a leader bike before the 390 Duke I had a few years off of writing and decided to buy a brand new bike and love the price of those dukes. Certainly a night and day difference in power. That Duke was never enough power wise for me. If they offered a single cylinder 690 I might have been happy as all hell on that thing
I had an opportunity to buy this bike a few years back, a 2018 model with only 350 miles. Seller was asking only 9500 because he was moving to another country and needed to sell it immediately. It was kept in climate-controlled indoor storage for a year (he had it for a year after buying it brand new) and so it was basically still brand new from the factory, still had the color strips on the tires and everything, just 350 miles, he said it was babied and he never even redlined it. It was all stock except for the only mods were frame sliders, a tail tidy, and some kind of aftermarket windscreen that looked really nice. Honestly it was perfect and a great deal. The only reason why I didn't buy it was because I had only been riding for a year at that time in 2019, and my only bike I ever rode was my 2015 KLR 650 that I bought in 2018, and I was concerned that I wasn't ready for the BIG jump in power from my KLR 650 to the MT-10, so I never pulled the trigger on it. But man now I'm really wishing I could just go back to then and buy it... needless to say it sold right after I passed on it, but the seller said I would have had dibs if I wanted it since I was the first to look at it, so it would have been mine for $9500 if I wanted. But oh well, now 4 years later and I'm still riding only my KLR haha
Currently own a gen2 KTM SDR 1290, I love the engine of the mt-10 but I don't know if I could ever life with the design of the MT-10. Also my SDR has great fuel economy even when riding it hard.
This is a hobby where most people jump in and out of constantly. Used bikes with little use are everywhere and honestly the tech hasn't move on all that much in years. So why not buy something insanely cheaper? It almost makes no sense to buy a new bike.
Hi from Australia! Fun review. Bikes are about fum, that's why we ride! I'm a happy little Vegemite on my MT 09 SP. The one thing that swayed me was the range. All the other pros are good. Keep up the good work brother!
I’m leaving Austin now…headed back towards Dallas. I just passed a tow truck pulling a white early 2000s E350 out of the ditch. Pray it wasn’t you buddy. 🤙
Agree, I rode a couple of my friends Tuono v4's and I have to say it's my favorite naked bike but it doesn't really like being ridden slowly. It's rough in traffic and nowhere near as comfortable as the MT10. I wouldn't want to daily it. They also have constant issues.
I love everything about this bike except the looks. I own a first gen xsr900 with full ohlins. If Yamaha made an xsr1000 I would absolutely trade my 900 for it.
Yes but the used ones are going for 8k avg. In current market. The 17 model with the color scheme you have in the video is the exact one I want, but when you compare to the new ones with its updates safety features and improved fuel efficiency its comprable to buy new.
Ive actually just traded in my MT07 ... the engine died after 2000 miles (manufacturing fault apparently) only a year old and still under warranty thankfully.. very rare. Ive just bought the same bike as this, right down to those horrible yellow wheels ... lol, can't wait to get out on it . Great video and has reassured me that I've made the correct decision . Thanks ! Ps. what screen is that ? ... Pretty sure I'll need to invest in one .
Boy, you are in love... BUY IT, if you really feel what you discribed, just buy it and be happy! Wonderful Video, by the way... I'm currently looking out for an MT-10 SP (of that a littler older generation) to commute and enjoy it.
I have an 04 FZ1 and while I love it, the accessory pool is all but dried up, particularly for decent saddlebags. This is the spiritual successor to my FZ1 but one I can get factory bags and easily turn into a quasi tourer and that is tempting. Also I disagree on the looks, it's odd for sure but so am I. It looks like a pissed off robotic hornet and for some reason that speaks to me.
I have a 2022 MT10 in blue. I also have a 2022 GSX-S1000. Even for a novice like me, I can tell there is a big difference between the two liter bikes. Wnen I ride my MT10, I tend to ride fast as this bike eggs me on. Which is very dangerous. But, I could outpace the police's CB1300. :)
I don't know, I like so much about it but I'm in a weird spot... I went from a K5 Gixxer 1K to a ZX-14, and now I'm trying to find something in-between (aka the perfect motorcycle 😆). I love how the Gixxer feels like a surgical instrument when pushing it, and I love the comfort and extra power of the ZX14 (specifically the extra torque). But the ZX is heavy and gets "upset" too easily on less than ideal road conditions, and the Gixxer is as bad at low speed (around town, lights, etc.) as it is good when rollin. I don't think I need 200 HP (maybe 100 torque tho😈) I just want something with a little more low end than the usual 4 cylinder + decent top end, not heavy, and tolerable comfort. I'm thinking Z-H2 but that seems overkill, complicated, and I can't come to terms with spending $20K on a bike. I'll just keep the ZX until I ride something that makes me think "This is it! I won't miss anything about the ZX"
I've waffled about trading in my Tracer for an MT10 for the four years I've owned it. It's a great bike by any metric, and in its current form (upgrades suspension, shorty windshield, no handguards, etc) it's basically a MT09SP with a stretched swingarm. Tough though. I'd lose range (meh, gas stations are everywhere) and the inevitable spring and farkle tax when changing bikes.
with a half fairing and a real gas tank, the FZ-10... I mean MT-10 would have convinced fizzer owners to upgrade. but they didn't they went to the hooligan market, and hooligans don't have money. they buy used gixxers. damn shame, the FZ was an amazing niche that had a huge fan club
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I'm a simple man, I see a spite video and I click.
Honestly the looks are one of my favorite things. It looks like nothing else out there and everyone wants to know what it is. I feel like it matches it's hooligan character perfectly.
Transformers met Mad Max!
I find it more ugly than nice, how ever the face lift 2022 is really nice. And i can live with that. So mutch that I bought a -22
Almost went to an MT-10 from a ninja 400, the insurance was a bit too much though.
So went with an XSR 900. Yamaha makes good machines.
"It's got power for days" yes but "fuel for only an hour 😉" 160 miles fuel range said yet closer to 120 to 140 miles in real life at higher pace. Still an amazing bike (built and performance) and for 10k a bargain. Thank you for the review.
The latest version is supposed to have much better fuel mileage, Daily Rider did a review. I suppose Yamaha heard everyone complaining...
@@williamdouglas8040it still sucks... no motorcycle should get less than 30 mpg.
just got a 2009 MT-10 from a 79-year-old. 6,000 mi, garage kept, 9,400. he had it on cycle trader for 65 days. amazing upgrade from my 2007 vistrom 1000. The power is unreal and it feels so much faster without fairings or a proper windshield. 140 plus mile an hour wind to the face and body makes the bike feel more than enough. I still want to get an exhaust and flash though. 1500 bucks can get this bike from 135 wheel horsepower up into the low 150s.
As a current 2022 Tuono V4 owner I have to say, don't underestimate the MT10. The Tuono is my first Italian bike and it may be my last. That said, heres some thoughts. The Tuono is the best handling bike I've ever been on and it sounds amazing. It's totally ridable and can be riden smoothly without feeling like it's going to take off without you. Touring mode works great and doesnt limit the max power, its been dyno proven. All my prior bikes have been Japanese and im going back. Here's why... reliability. The Tuono is about to return to the dealer for the sixth time in only six months. The MT10 is going to be way more reliable and I'm planning to trade the Tuono for an MT10.
Also a Tuono owner. Most amazing bike I have ridden in 29 years riding. BUT… it went in the shop for a valve check 4 months ago and is still there. Thank god I kept my VFR as a back up!
I feared this about Italian bikes, or almost any euro bike. I have an old 04 FZ1 and when it finally dies I’ll need a replacement. The Tuono is a little tempting. I’ve always wanted to ride a v4, but it doesn’t have much for saddle bags. I’ll probably end up with another Japanese bike, or maybe a bmw 1000XR
Love this bike! I had an FZ1 Gen 2. These things bring out the idiot in you if you don’t control yourself. My FZ1 had no rider aids. Needless to say I broke the rear end lose in corners and hit wheelies quite often without trying. I use to get about 180 miles out of the tank. I switched to a KTM 790 adventure and while it’s not as spirited it’s still plenty fast and I get almost 300 miles out of a tank.
Please tell me after such a good looking bike how can you live with a ktm 790 adventure?
I had a 06 FZ1, it had a godawful EFI glitch that was terrible. It had a severe hesitation from off throttle to on throttle at high RPM. Did yours have that issue? I hated that bike. Sold it, bought a ZRX1200R. Liked that ok. I have a 2021 Ninja 1000SX now and I love it.
@@ericalger5003 They're known for this. Terrible fueling from the factory. An ECU flash completely resolves the issue and unlocks more power. Night and day difference.
@@thomasblake7046 That FZ1 is long gone now and it ruined me on Yamahas.
That was stupid
That intro was gold 😂
That intro is the best I have ever seen.
I love the looks of this bike. You're crazy.
Yeah he exaggerates massively, its a great looking bike, I always say it's purposeful looking like an apache helicopter 😂
They ruined the new one by taming down that look
Bought a MT10 2 years ago and I fully agree with the intro 😂
I’ve just bought the Gen 2 MT10-SP. I also have a 2020 S1000RR M-Sport (mainly for track use) and love them both. Both have cruise control, up/down quickshifter, heated grips, Akra titanium full exhaust, and electronic suspension. Between the two of them, I have the best of both worlds.
Spite's run is majestic, like a galloping unicorn.
I didn't think it would be possible to find a bike that could easily be used for touring, but with a smaller range tank than your Hyperstrada, and yet you managed to do it. Well done!
This bike ain't no tourer, I don't know why people try and make it one
@@mark675 It's because we're motorcyclists. We do stupid things.
Here in Australia plenty of people have done "The Lap" on a Postie bike. That's approximately 14,500 km (9,000 mi) around the coast. On a Honda CT110 that was used by Australia Post for mail delivery & then sold off cheap at an auction. And they don't have the dual range transmission.
With a 4.5 gallon tank and an extremely thirsty 1L engine, it's an "Empty Ten". That flip cap on the top of the tank, that's not a fuel filler port, it's the opening to a fuel black hole.
First time I rode one (2023 SP version) my brain was going "Fuck Yes!" before I even got out of the parking lot. That CP4 motor is a gem. Later, as I bent it into a corner, I was struck by the amazing handling. Much better than the Mt-09 I had just ridden. Better than the R7 even. The R1 derived chassis undoubtedly gets the credit. It does NOT feel it's weight either, plenty nimble with the wide bars. The new one looks a fair bit better too.
You Sir are incorrect aside from inline acceleration the 09 stomps the 10.
@@JoeStanek-vu7rl I rode both bikes back to back. It's impossible for me to be 'incorrect' when stating my own opinion.
What is most admirable about your work is how you do it in this heat!!!! I'm inside in the AC watching your videos rather than out there riding lol
Got my FZ1 for a nice price last summer and love the seating, the handling, and (naturally) the power. That being said, I'd love to back down to a MT07 for the lighter weight, better mpg, longer rear tire life, and still have great acceleration up to 100 or so mph. The FZ1 is ALWAYS whispering for me to faster... so I usually do... 😆
Sounds like you want an MT-09, friend. I went with one for all of the same reasons you just listed.
Had a 2011 FZ1 with the full Yoshi exhaust, ECU flash treatment. 150 wheel hp. Loved it. One knock is it was a bit buzzy above 7k rpm with a lack of counterbalancer in the engine. Got a pretty consistent 37 mpg with it, no matter how I rode it. Yamaha really beat the lineup with the ugly stick going from the FZ1 to the FZ/MT-10. No denying the crossplane engine is special, but also thirsty.
I find plenty of capability and satisfaction in the 850-950cc class of bikes these days that I don't need more than 130 horsepower. Just don't. They are the best use of motorcycle buying money. If you absolutely must have a 1L naked bike, the least expensive way to go that direction is GSX-S1000.
@lifted_above 'I got a pretty consistent 37mpg no matter how I rode it'
How does that make any sense whatsoever?
And a gsxS1000 is soulless compared to an mt10, my mate actually sold his after riding the Mt 😂😂
So, what we really need is an XSR1000? A litre bike cafe racer would be awesome to be fair.
Oh man, an XSR1 is a bike I dream about.
Same here, I just don't warm up to the looks of the MT-10, but the rest of the package is just sooo juicy. An XSR1000 would make it perfect.
Yes yes yes 🙌
Yep
That's what I'm talking about. Picked up a 2015 FZ1 with 7k miles on it for 7k out the door. Bang for buck, not much beats it. 147hp, really rideable, and if you don't like the Bionicle look, it's a great option.
im running first gen fz1. I really wish they would make a new fz1 with the new cross plane r1 enging but not have it detuned to the point where its on par with the older fz1. Something like the s1000r power plant
2nd Gen FZ1 (2006-2015) had big problems with the stock tuning, but totally and absolutely solvable with full system and ECU flash, not to mention picking up nearly 20 peak horsepower (about 150 whp). I used to have a 2011 new, did all the full tuning, so worth it.
Excellent video Mr!!! And I totally understand it! I traded my 2013 Ducati Diavel for a 22 MT-10. Ducati was a great bike aside from the cost of the maintenance and the rear tire. You have to ride the Ducati at 7:10 (or more) for it to be happy, in order to enjoy it. With the mt10 you can Cruise all day long and comfort.. and when the little kid inside your starts to poke you you can go crazy like a madman. I have previously owned two Yamaha FZ1 over the years... That is what brought me back to the Yamaha brand.
As a new gen R1 owner, I can safely say that yes, it does suck to ride. It's a weekend only bike through and through, but man when you get that good open twisty road without traffic and push it up to 14,000 rpm, there's nothing like it.
Just used my fantik for the first time today; it rocks
I picked up a used blue mt10 late last summer. Just under 1k mi, essentially new, $9500. Already a fantastic bike but a $300 flash transforms it to another level. Leave the stock exhaust/cat/emissions intact if you want to keep it quiet, still do the flash! I did it that way then eventually put on a yosh 3/4 system. Whenever a change is made, reflash accordingly is a must. 95% of the power gains are from flash, NOT exhaust/decat. Exhaust just brings out that beautiful cp4 music. I have a new gen '22 mt09 too, I can't keep them both, tough choice but I'm keeping the mt10. Does that tell you how good it is? Beware: that 30mpg falls to more like 23-26mpg after flash regardless of exhaust. Mind you, I flog it reasonably hard😅. Mpg is annoying but damn this thing is SO fun that's quickly forgotten when I hop on and send it😊. These bikes are pure jailbait, careful.
Thats a crazy good deal on the m10!
@@hellraiserrec19It is a good deal but the market has basically falling out of bikes at least in my area. I saw some dealer selling a brand new 2023 mt10 for $12,999. Insane! Really good first Jen's can still be had for about $10,000. Thanks for the reply
Have you managed to have a blast on the new Street Triple RS yet Spite?... Such a great fun bike..
Only had mine a week..love it...
Be great to see you do a review sometime!
Bought a brand new Mark 2 one last year. Full electronics suite, 4 power modes, one of which actually cuts the power to 100bhp, 6 axis and all the lean sensitive shizzle that goes with it. Mines the all black version, looks like Batman's bike. Tune and exhaust to come once it's out of warranty. It's great fun, handles nicely, sounds epic with the new acoustic grilles (I have ridden a mark one as well and the mark 2 sounds far nicer out of the box) 50th birthday present to myself after a shitty divorce.
Oh hell yes! I love my black 2021, got lucky to be able to get it. They are complete monsters, fast, wheelies all the time, corners like a dream, the sound is ludicrous with the right exhaust, they're comfortable, I think it looks absolutely dope especially modded properly. You can get the weight down to 440 ish, power up to 150+ WHP with 80 ft lbs. The only bad thing about it is the 29 mpg I get with my ECU flash. But it will wheelie in 4th with no clutch so it's a good trade-off! The next bike I plan to get, is another MT10!
I had MT10 brain before buying my MT10. So you can imagine the insanity that ensured after i bought it.
I decatted my 2018 and had the ecu flashed by Moore Mafia and I can tell you it almost rips my arms off lol! Completely different beast after that and I love it!! Get it Spite!! Mail the ecu to have it flashed and have a freaking blast!
Definitely. I've ridden stock and then one with a flash that was putting down 158 rwhp. Holy shit lol. Enormous difference and the throttle is much improved. Amazing machine.
Hey Spite! I picked up a 2019 MT-10 couple of weeks back after riding Harleys for a couple of years. I'm definitely not looking back. My MT has a tune, Full SC exhaust. This is the perfect blend of power, fun, comfort. I recently installed the Yamaha comfort seat, Puig touring windshield. Next up is touring bags. Also, what horn was it that the previous owner installed?
Rode one on yamahas demo days and absolutely loved. I have a 17 fz09 and there was no comparison. Mt-10 will be my next bike!
Yep! the best Deceptacon reject!!! So true!! As I’ve mentioned on this channel before, I have a 22 Panigale and a 12 Diavel! While all the tech on the Pan is really cool and needed, it’s fun to hop on the older bike and just enjoy the ride without worrying what my D.T.M.S. Settings are!!
I absolutely love the look of my MT10, I feel likne online there is just this Nickleback effect with how much people are hating on the look of this bike. Why would you not want to ride a Megatron looking ass bike!?
i got a gen 5 ZX10 R and a 2012 N1k. I love both but theres something about a sport touring bike that makes biking so enjoyable !!!!
I bought a 2016 10 months ago, ive done nearly 4k on it, ive toured the scottish highlands on it for 4 days, start to finish 1133 miles. We camped at Ben Nevis, and the road that goes up loch ness is 25 miles of 60mph perfection. But turn left half way up Loch Ness to the Isle of Skye, Spite, and youll be MotoGP. We are talking miles of 100 mph pristine roads. Never before did i corner, yes leant over at 100 mph, on any road. I opened my MT-10 up on a straight 140mph and got scared. The roads are pretty empty and the scenery is mind blowing. i have pics if you want to see.
I have a gen 2 MT10. Absolutely a fantastic bike. Thanks for covering it.
I have the 2018 MT 10 for 5 years now. I disagree about the bike being chill. It has 3 modes and even in the chillest mode it goes 50mph in first gear and that with 3/4 throttle. It has 6 gears and it doesnt like to go 65mph in 6th and in 5th around that speed it BEGGS you to go 75mph.... Personally nothing is ugly about it, its sexy as fuck and everywhere i go people give me compliments for it..... riding this bike at 70+ or accelerating towards it is when you really enjoy it, the engine vibration and sound is very unique.
Dude, I like how that bike looks. It's begging me to ride.😊
I got mine for 8500 bucks OTD in 2020, a 2017 model. You cannot beat it for the money. Small upgrades go a long way to making it significantly better too.
This is wonderful to watch. It's part review, part 'reasons why I need one in my life'.
It seems to me like you need to trade in the pasta boat and grab this sir. This makes you smile, giggle and focuses you on enjoying the ride. Awesome bike.
Also I picked up an X8 last year after you mentioned them. Man they're perfect. Keep it in my bag and really take all effort out of checking tire pressure. Best purchase of recent commuting goodies. 👍
Currently riding an MT07 and the MT10 is a seriously tempting upgrade option. Since my weekend fun trips are 100 miles tops, even the fuel economy would hurt that much for having that engine in my life :D
I'm on a 07 too I want to get the 09sp first
@@AlexDjalothat's pretty illogical.
@@user-ly5wp6rd6e that's even more true lool
@@TheAsheybabe89seems like a decent upgrade to me; explain?
Try the MT09, the engine is absolutely fantastic. I own a XSR900, basically the same bike, and I make 60 mpg. Suspenssion, brakes and engine are top notch. And it is very nimble. You do not need no more.
I have used that pump for years now. I have on on the bike and in the car.
I rode one last year at a Yamaha demo event and I feel the same way. This motorcycle is the first motorcycle that made me smile every time and it reminds me of why I got into riding motorcycles over 30 years ago. The difference is I do want brand new but you can’t find them at least in my area. I’m willing to trade in my 2021 Z 900 RS café because I want this bike. I want it brand new with no modifications.
10/10 intro love it Spite
You sure this wasn't an ad for an MT10? cause now I really wanna buy an MT-10 lol
Mad Respect for the T-shirt…. Best fast food in America
A fellow man of taste!
it does sound amazing and thats coming from someone who usually couldn't care less about the sound.
its looks are bleh but ive never cared much about that even though i can definitely acknowledge a sexy looking bike when i see one.
but FEEL and USABILITY is what matters to me and I love the fact that this seems to hit the fastboi itch while being actually ridable on the street. Maybe one day I'll be skilled enough to hop on one.
thanks as always for the video Spite :)
Sooo.... Apparently that bike is no longer available at AF1 Racing. Spite, here's hoping that the sponsor Gods keep smiling 🤞😄🤞
Im comin up on 60k miles on my fz-10, solid machine💪🏽💪🏽
Update to my post two weeks ago, well I did it. I traded in my 2021 Kawasaki Z 900 RS café for a 2023 Yamaha MT 10.
I took my Kawasaki in for a safety inspection and left the dealer with a 2023 MT 10. They had one on the showroom floor finally and I knew I was in trouble. I can’t get enough of this Yamaha goodness. This thing is flat out awesome.
I feel for ya, one of the best-looking bikes to one of the ugliest 😂.
This bike is badass. Stop making it look like a adventure bike with a huge screen and bag :)))
Don't know about the bike... but the shirt is great.
Tuono chills out just fine on cruise control or around town in a taller gear with easy maintenance throttle. Although everything on it (ergos, engine, suspension geometry) definitely works best when you go after it, put putting along isn't really its happy place. Gabro map (went from stock bike Gabro map to stage 3 with a slipon and rsv4 airbox conversion; headers don't do much for these outside of weight savings) makes the power delivery and throttle response smoother and more immediate, also smoothens out the shifts when using qs.
It definitely requires more attention and effort than lots of other bikes that can be more forgiving and easy going, but that adds fun and character.
Anyway old man me is thinking about switching to multi v4 pp because doing 3-500 mile days on the tuono hurts me, even 30ish mile highway commute isn't amazingly comfortable due to the aggressive leg position, dunno why I do this to myself when it only feels amazing when I go after it in the corners or have an opportunity to open it up.
A new 2023 MT10 doesn’t crush 2018 competitors.
I've got one with the de cat and GPR exhaust tuned by Seton racing uk, it's so different to standard. The extra 35bhp makes such a difference ! Power mode 1 now tries to rip your arms off and beat you to death with the bloody stumps. The front wheel comes up in 1st 2nd and 3rd on power with no clutch. Mode 2 is just better smoother throttle response than mode 1 on the standard bike. It's a beast. And I love it. If you like the standard bike you've got to try one with a pipe and good re mapping. Ps it sounds awesome
Hey Spite, I own a ZG 1000 Kawasaki Concourse,97 HP 53FT LBS torque, 625 lbs wet, plenty of power for my first-liter bike!
I love the mt series bikes. Probably will never own a mt10. I’d like to keep my license, and not die. But the mt03 is a great cheap city bike and the mt07 has enough beans to be the bike you keep forever. Great line when it comes to value. I personally don’t mind the looks either.
as an MT-10 / Tuono v4 owner I cannot imagine touring it since it only lasts about 100 miles / 160 km on a tank. I love it, don't get me wrong, but it has no chill. And the brakes are crap if you don't upgrade them, even with the Brembo master cylinder. try the Tuono on full Brembo and you'd understand that they lack braking at Yamaha.
They so badly need to make an XSR-10
Jesus is there today, tomorrow, and the day after that 😊
So I'm a bit late to ask this but...as much fun as you had on the ZH2...which has more fun factor? Think they're both equally ugly but the MT10 is slightly cheaper...although supercharger...thoughts?!?!
I have 2021 MT10 with decat pipe and tune. Great bike to ride on the back roads and highway, but fuel mileage sucks. I'm lucky to get 120 miles from a full tank of gas.
smiles per gallon is the only reason to buy a bike
I traded in my Duke 390 for my FZ10 at the time. I will add that I was on a leader bike before the 390 Duke I had a few years off of writing and decided to buy a brand new bike and love the price of those dukes. Certainly a night and day difference in power. That Duke was never enough power wise for me. If they offered a single cylinder 690 I might have been happy as all hell on that thing
I had one for a couple of years, and I regretted selling almost instantly.
I had an opportunity to buy this bike a few years back, a 2018 model with only 350 miles. Seller was asking only 9500 because he was moving to another country and needed to sell it immediately. It was kept in climate-controlled indoor storage for a year (he had it for a year after buying it brand new) and so it was basically still brand new from the factory, still had the color strips on the tires and everything, just 350 miles, he said it was babied and he never even redlined it. It was all stock except for the only mods were frame sliders, a tail tidy, and some kind of aftermarket windscreen that looked really nice. Honestly it was perfect and a great deal. The only reason why I didn't buy it was because I had only been riding for a year at that time in 2019, and my only bike I ever rode was my 2015 KLR 650 that I bought in 2018, and I was concerned that I wasn't ready for the BIG jump in power from my KLR 650 to the MT-10, so I never pulled the trigger on it. But man now I'm really wishing I could just go back to then and buy it... needless to say it sold right after I passed on it, but the seller said I would have had dibs if I wanted it since I was the first to look at it, so it would have been mine for $9500 if I wanted. But oh well, now 4 years later and I'm still riding only my KLR haha
worst mistake of your life buddy
Currently own a gen2 KTM SDR 1290, I love the engine of the mt-10 but I don't know if I could ever life with the design of the MT-10. Also my SDR has great fuel economy even when riding it hard.
This is a hobby where most people jump in and out of constantly. Used bikes with little use are everywhere and honestly the tech hasn't move on all that much in years. So why not buy something insanely cheaper? It almost makes no sense to buy a new bike.
spite your slowly becoming dork in the road sir, with no commentary, I would’ve thought oh dork is vlogging. lol 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Hi from Australia! Fun review. Bikes are about fum, that's why we ride! I'm a happy little Vegemite on my MT 09 SP. The one thing that swayed me was the range. All the other pros are good. Keep up the good work brother!
I’m leaving Austin now…headed back towards Dallas. I just passed a tow truck pulling a white early 2000s E350 out of the ditch. Pray it wasn’t you buddy. 🤙
Wasn't me. Hope they're okay, 2000s E350s aren't the safest thing in a crash
Cool, i guess changing the sprocket combination for more torque 💪
I had a 1990 ninja 1000b. It had 140hp. I thought it was crazy because it had more power than my car.
I like the MT10 more than Ducati or Aprila even if it is slower.
Agree, I rode a couple of my friends Tuono v4's and I have to say it's my favorite naked bike but it doesn't really like being ridden slowly. It's rough in traffic and nowhere near as comfortable as the MT10. I wouldn't want to daily it. They also have constant issues.
Well on Spites recommendation I bought the X 8. And no regerts works as advertised.
I love everything about this bike except the looks. I own a first gen xsr900 with full ohlins. If Yamaha made an xsr1000 I would absolutely trade my 900 for it.
It sounds even better with an aftermarket muffler 🔥
Yes but the used ones are going for 8k avg. In current market.
The 17 model with the color scheme you have in the video is the exact one I want, but when you compare to the new ones with its updates safety features and improved fuel efficiency its comprable to buy new.
I got to tell you, the joke with the brain on a mt10 had me dying of laughter
I have the 23 MT10 and I have just way too much fun on this bike.
Ive actually just traded in my MT07 ... the engine died after 2000 miles (manufacturing fault apparently) only a year old and still under warranty thankfully.. very rare. Ive just bought the same bike as this, right down to those horrible yellow wheels ... lol, can't wait to get out on it . Great video and has reassured me that I've made the correct decision . Thanks ! Ps. what screen is that ? ... Pretty sure I'll need to invest in one .
Build challenge for the future channel garage: MT10 desert-focused scrambler
Boy, you are in love... BUY IT, if you really feel what you discribed, just buy it and be happy!
Wonderful Video, by the way...
I'm currently looking out for an MT-10 SP (of that a littler older generation) to commute and enjoy it.
my next bike, had enough of the 636 and the mt10 is a great looking bike, not ugly at all haha
I gotta be honest. You should purchase it 🤩
It sold the very next day 😢
I have an 04 FZ1 and while I love it, the accessory pool is all but dried up, particularly for decent saddlebags. This is the spiritual successor to my FZ1 but one I can get factory bags and easily turn into a quasi tourer and that is tempting. Also I disagree on the looks, it's odd for sure but so am I. It looks like a pissed off robotic hornet and for some reason that speaks to me.
Dude you need that bike. I've never sat on one but I gotta try it sometime
"detuned for a bit more power", I love it. lol
I have a 2022 MT10 in blue. I also have a 2022 GSX-S1000. Even for a novice like me, I can tell there is a big difference between the two liter bikes. Wnen I ride my MT10, I tend to ride fast as this bike eggs me on. Which is very dangerous. But, I could outpace the police's CB1300. :)
Hey I have a suggestion mt10 vs gsxs1000 comparison video I am on the brink between those two.
Portillo's REPRESENT!
I don't know, I like so much about it but I'm in a weird spot...
I went from a K5 Gixxer 1K to a ZX-14, and now I'm trying to find something in-between (aka the perfect motorcycle 😆). I love how the Gixxer feels like a surgical instrument when pushing it, and I love the comfort and extra power of the ZX14 (specifically the extra torque). But the ZX is heavy and gets "upset" too easily on less than ideal road conditions, and the Gixxer is as bad at low speed (around town, lights, etc.) as it is good when rollin.
I don't think I need 200 HP (maybe 100 torque tho😈) I just want something with a little more low end than the usual 4 cylinder + decent top end, not heavy, and tolerable comfort. I'm thinking Z-H2 but that seems overkill, complicated, and I can't come to terms with spending $20K on a bike. I'll just keep the ZX until I ride something that makes me think "This is it! I won't miss anything about the ZX"
Love the shirt! Best intro for "The Corner" to date!
I see its not on their website. Should we be expecting you having a new bike day video soon? lol
Nah, someone nabbed it before me
@@spitescorner I was actually looking so I could possibly do a little fly and ride. 😉
I've waffled about trading in my Tracer for an MT10 for the four years I've owned it. It's a great bike by any metric, and in its current form (upgrades suspension, shorty windshield, no handguards, etc) it's basically a MT09SP with a stretched swingarm.
Tough though. I'd lose range (meh, gas stations are everywhere) and the inevitable spring and farkle tax when changing bikes.
Fuel and insurance and rear tires are probably the biggest differences in cost.
I've got the fz1s faster top end but it's gutless down low.
got my license on a mt07 that was a nice bike pretty quick too (at the time)
I see the portillos shirt and I have to assume you're from Chicago.
Even if I don't want to watch RUclips at the moment I always click spites videos and have them playing all the way through he deserves my views
Much appreciated, my friend!
@@spitescorner keep up the good work spite
with a half fairing and a real gas tank, the FZ-10... I mean MT-10 would have convinced fizzer owners to upgrade. but they didn't they went to the hooligan market, and hooligans don't have money. they buy used gixxers.
damn shame, the FZ was an amazing niche that had a huge fan club