Is Yamaha’s 2022 MT-10 the Best Naked Bike in its Class?
- 6 months ago
For the 2022 model year Yamaha offers a new and improved MT-10, its liter-class naked bike. Previously known as the FZ-10, and the FZ1 before that, the MT-10’s name was changed so that Yamaha could fit it into the global Masters of Torque/MT model family. The MT-10 slots in above the new rider-friendly MT-03 and MT-07, both with parallel-twin power, and the inline-three MT-09.
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We love the reshaped front end, with its Transformer-esque LED positioning lights and ultrabright LED headlamps. Other improvements include unique acoustic channels built into the top of the fuel tank. These vents allow the awesome sound of the 998cc CP4 engine to be focused right on the rider.
Yamaha has been manufacturing its crossplane CP4 engine for over a decade; its original purpose when it debuted was to offer added track ability. Today’s version feels like a cross between an old V-twin-style sportbike and a screaming inline-four, with a unique exhaust note. There are a lot of great-sounding motorcycles out there, and this CP4 engine ranks right up at the top. The sound when riding is tremendous, thanks to the new ducts, and those hearing this bike go by them won’t soon forget. We’re not sure how Yamaha Motor got this bike past sound and emissions testing, as it sounds downright mean. To the testers, it sounded nearly as awesome as a Tuono V4 1100, though with a character all its own; frankly, we love it.
Anyway, the CP4, Yamaha’s 998cc liquid-cooled inline-four, is the same crossplane-equipped engine as in the YZF-R1 minus the titanium valve train and connecting rods. This version is now Euro 5 compliant thanks to modified intake and the exhaust systems, which incidentally help make the induction system more rowdy...
Full story here: https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/story/reviews/best-naked-bike-yamaha-mt-10-review-2022/
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We love the reshaped front end, with its Transformer-esque LED positioning lights and ultrabright LED headlamps. Other improvements include unique acoustic channels built into the top of the fuel tank. These vents allow the awesome sound of the 998cc CP4 engine to be focused right on the rider.
Yamaha has been manufacturing its crossplane CP4 engine for over a decade; its original purpose when it debuted was to offer added track ability. Today’s version feels like a cross between an old V-twin-style sportbike and a screaming inline-four, with a unique exhaust note. There are a lot of great-sounding motorcycles out there, and this CP4 engine ranks right up at the top. The sound when riding is tremendous, thanks to the new ducts, and those hearing this bike go by them won’t soon forget. We’re not sure how Yamaha Motor got this bike past sound and emissions testing, as it sounds downright mean. To the testers, it sounded nearly as awesome as a Tuono V4 1100, though with a character all its own; frankly, we love it.
Anyway, the CP4, Yamaha’s 998cc liquid-cooled inline-four, is the same crossplane-equipped engine as in the YZF-R1 minus the titanium valve train and connecting rods. This version is now Euro 5 compliant thanks to modified intake and the exhaust systems, which incidentally help make the induction system more rowdy...
Full story here: https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/story/reviews/best-naked-bike-yamaha-mt-10-review-2022/
Motorcycle Gear Worn
Helmet: Arai Signet-X
Jacket: Dainese Sevilla Air
Pant: Dainese Tex
Gloves: Racer Guide
Boots: TCX Rush 2 Air
Photography: Joseph Agustin
Video: Ray Gauger Media, Inc.
Motorcyclist Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/motorcyclist
Shop Products We Use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/motorcyclistmagazine
See more from us: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/