Your review of the FZ09 was the reason i bought one 5 or 6 years ago. 3 years ago i moved to the FZ10 and have no regrets. I miss the CP3 of the 09, but the power on the 10 is bananas. Add a tune and its even better. If anyone is considering getting a 10, do it.
The MT10 is a great motorcycle, I tried it multiple times, still went back to MT09. I just love the MT09, currently own the 2021 MT09Sp, enough power, agile, fun, precise and good gas mileage. I don't think I would want anything else.
Ohh interesting, I have the 2020 so mt 09 and been looking for a mt 10,havent tried one yet but really wanting one by the sound and looks. What didn't you like about the 10 and was it a hard choice between the two?
@@ThaiLitzki, as at when I made the comparison, I was a daily L.A. traffic commuter, weight, fuel consumption, heat dissipated in traffic, and flickability were my primary concerns; MT09 outshines the MT10 in these factors. I found myself respecting the MT10 too much. I was so conscious of the power, weight, and fuel consumption that I was not allowing myself to go free on it, and since both bikes are stable even at 90 -100mph I felt the new MT09 was a steal. Although, I would really love to try the 2022 MT10 model; I pray it has better gas mileage.
OC: My brother owns the MT-10. I was very jealous of his cruise control during our trip to Deal's Gap. That is a really nice bike and I know he loves his. He did end up lowering the front, per Dave Moss' advice. It reduces the amount of wheelie-esque riding and improves it's cornering/stability.
I've had my MT10 for 3 years now, and 20k miles later its still my favorite. runs like a top every day and never stops being fun. They do need mods to be livable though. A comfort seat, tall windscreen, crash protection, and tail/saddlebags are a must if you're going to daily your bike.
Respring the front forks with linear ones, respring the rear along with a revalve as well and do a proper suspension setup for your weight. Oh boy, it transforms the bike into a dream handling machine, very close to the tuono v4 1100. Greetings from a fellow empty10er from Greece!!!
Yamaha’s Cruise control, effectively, is such an addiction. I’m done for the rest of my life. Looks very similar to the system I have on my beloved XT-1200. On pavement, about 70% of my riding is now on cruise control. That does help a lot for gas ratio (I’m at 5.0 litres / 100 km). Just a blast to cruise so easily. Bravo Yamaha.
Dude because of you i got my 2016 FZ-09, then i met you and you talked so good about the MT-10 that i decided to go with it! I bought my 2021 mate black MT-10 and it was my daily and i was loving it, unfortunately it got stolen after a month and a half but i still want one and will recommend it any day
@@shapelessdreams it was insured thankfully and i also had the GAP insurance, unfortunately GAP won’t cover the extended service plan so i still have to pay that!
I agree 1000% on mode 3. It's the perfect everyday mode. I love it. At first when I bought my MT10 I seriously thought about selling it after a few weeks. It was so twitchy. Then I discovered mode 3, rain mode, which is perfect. Now it's the best bike I've ever owned.
Can confirm it's a great, solid bike. Regardless of fuel issues, it looks aggressive, is aggressive and packs an absolute punch. Three years of ownership, and I can't think of many other bikes I'd rather have. 👍👍
Purchased my 2021 blue Mt-10 July 4th weekend. Extremely impressed. Full exhaust on the way. Frame protection and Corbin installed. Awesome video bud! Quality as always
I love my 2017 MT10, I traded a 2015 SuperDuke for it and never looked back. Reflash them, sort the suspension, tweak the brakes (pass, lines) and enjoy. Sounds a lot but mine was 10k on the road. The comfort seat is awful in my opinion, it’s too high and too wide. The CP4 engine is epic!
When I was shopping for a new bike last Spring, the only two bikes that felt Just Right - that feeling you described as knowing it could be Right Bike for you, that feeling of being Home on a bike - were the MT10 and the BMW R1250R. I ended up buying the latter, but a lot of debate and handwringing went into the decision. Congrats on buying a great bike.
I picked up a 2021 2 months ago. Bike is certainly not 12 grand, it comes in around 14,500~ but regardless, an amazing bike and still worth the price. I put bar end mirrors on mine which I love because the stock ones don't really show much. OC!!!
Owned mine over 5 years. 25,000 miles and nothing has gone wrong. Don't think I'm ever going to sell it. The 25K main dealer valve service is expensive but still worth it👍👍
OC: Congrats man! I knew this was gonna be a channel staple! One of my dream bikes as well. I currently have a '14 FZ-09 but I'd LOVE to have an MT-10! It's not about the miles per-gallon, it's smiles per-gallon🤣.
Me too after owning a few 1000cc sport bikes the MT-10 hit my sweet spot definitely recommend this motorcycle 🏍 to anyone as longest they have the experience.
I looked at about 5 hours of video.. websites looking for the 'perfect' bike. The Yamaha MT-10 was the *ONLY* one I liked.. even a little and I REALLY like it. I almost gave up until an ad for Yamaha came up, looked at the models and sorted by price.. I was amazed it was budget friendly, sporty, comfortable and a bat out of hell.. It's fun when people in tesla, mustang, BMW and AMG try to 'take you' at the light.. I give them just enough lead to make them dream for a second or two... then all they see is the back of my jacket. Most don't even bother trying to make it to the next light they turn off the road, into a parking lot or turn around.. I guess they are embarrassed.
I'm not trying to be patronising at all, but this is the first US look at the MT10, with which I absolutely agree. Part of that is our county roads, where a bike that doesn't handle or brake well will not work. I'm in the UK and I do have a collection of bikes and I've been riding bikes for 55 years and I've had my MT10 for 3 1/2 years and I'm utterly besotted by it. I also first fell in love with the sound and didn't know what the bike was, at that time. My first go on a dealer demo. bike was interesting. My quickest bike at this time, was my 2nd Blackbird and the riding position of the MT10 was very different and once out of town, the bloody thing kept wheelieing. That was fun. The standard seat was awful and the front suspension settings were not right for me. Too much compression damping, causing the front wheel to 'skitter' on turn in to bumpy corners, whilst still feathering the front brake. Anyway, the upshot was, I had to have one. When I got mine(2018 with up q/shifter), I had the same screen as you, the comfort seat, a radiator guard, a fender extender, the handlebar guards and I bought a couple of mirror extensions(off Ebay UK) and after softening off the front comp. damping, it is now everything I wanted and more. I put on a GIVI back rack and large top box, which gives pillions so much confidence when you open it up. I would also agree with you, that this is a bike that could very easily bite the unwary/inexperienced. The bike has enormous mid range acceleration(I run it in 2 and 2), it handles really well(currently on Bridgestone S21 F & R and sounds brilliant, even with the std. exhaust. Sorry about the 'War and Peace' length of my posting, but I just had to say, the MT10 is fantastic. OC
OC: Put a deposit on one months ago and just waiting for it to show up. Sure, there's newer naked bikes out but the MT-10 is hard to beat for the price in my opinion. A new version of it is probably around the corner but so is a higher price tag.
Same here test rode the MT10 and just new this was my bike after having many nearly bikes, definitely the real deal for me, so bought a 2017 stock bike that I have De-catted. Cheers from new UK subscriber.
I also have a bad back and the combination of sitting upright and the Yamaha comfort seat is amazing. The comfort seat is night and day difference to the stock seat. If anybody doubts, doubt no more. If you are considering the Yamaha Comfort Seat, it works and it's 100% more comfortable than the stock one!!!
Happy owner of an FZ-10/MT-10 since late 2017 and I love it. Only two things Yamaha needs to work on for the next gen version: (1) Fix that damn twitchy throttle, and (2) MPG is atrocious for a stock liter bike, you start looking for a gas station every 100-120 miles. I had a ZX-14 for 10 years before the MT-10 and it got in the neighborhood of 35-40 MPG if you were careful. On the MT-10, consider yourself fortunate if you can get anything over 30 MPG. Other than those two issues, pretty much a perfect bike.
My MT-10 is easily my favorite bike I have ever owned. Light, powerful, flickable, and comfortable. The sport naked class in general remains undiscovered country for so many because they just see hooligans ride them on TH-cam (not our esteemed host). So they think these bikes are not for them. But you don’t have to ride like a crazy person. And this category is full of great handling bikes with an upright position you can ride in all day. The bargain of the class is this wonderful MT-10. A real two wheeled jewel. Pretty much everybody needs one. 😜
OC: I found this video because the MT-10 has been on my mind as a second bike to my FJR1300. As I was watching, it occurred to me that I recognized the route. That “special road”.... SCL is about to get ruined with the huge housing development that’s about to get built. Bummer! I’ll keep my eyes peeled, maybe I’ll see you on the road, subscribed!
OC. Bought a 2018 Team Yamaha Blue/Black with Akra full exhaust and Power Commander. Totally worth it. The other mod recommendations are bar end mirrors and heated grips for the DAD mode! Bought Rizoma Reverse Retro Bar End mirrors and Yamaha heated grips. The Rizoma mirrors are awesome as they are small yet show all the rearview. The Yamaha heated grips are ok, not warm enough in 30F's weather, but warm enough for +40F. Enjoy your MT-10!
OC: Congrats on the purchase. I know what you mean about finding the right one. When I was shopping for a bike after being away for years. I wanted luggage, I saw the BMW K1600 and it reminded me of my old CBX. Also I had never been a fan of the R motors. The look wasn't for me. But while shopping I sat on an R1200RT because a friend who rides said I had to try it. He knew I would be a fan of the balance. As soon as I lifted it off the side stand, I was hooked, the test ride was a formality. I'll still get a K16 someday, but that RT is not leaving my garage until one of my heirs inherits it. And yes, I love the look now, to the point I browse for old R models to take on the Distinguished Gentleman's ride someday.
7:06 to 7:20. Yes. Went looking for a perfect 2 up bike but after getting home and talking to my wife she reminded me that my bike would be ridden solo more. Best wife ever. Made a couple of changes to be comfortable for the pillion and now it is better for both worlds. Stay safe and be good people :)
Have to agree regarding the fuel consumption, especially because you have to run premium fuel in it. The best I've got is about 38mpg when cruising on the freeway doing 65-75mph. If I give it stick, the fuel consumption drops to just over 30mpg. I was tempted to buy the cases for it, but my 2014 VFR800 is my go to sport tourer for longer trips. VFR for touring, MT-10 for being a local hooligan.
Tried a Mt-09 and hated it too twitchy so stayed with my MT-07 and freaking love it. I was surprised how much I liked the mt-10 A LOT!!! I'll be picking one up next year in fact.
@@imperialtekk9443 I'm about 6 foot and find it extremely comfortable. The SP suspension is on the firm side but the electronic adjustability makes it easy to tailor to your liking.
OC - Great video chase, don't have an MT10 but planning to get one after this season ends so done loads of research: Luggage - Shad make a 3p system for it which you can attach slim 22l panniers to in case you want more security than you have Transmission - Translogic make a quickshifter/auto blipper that is apparently awesome Screen - If you want a smaller option down the line heard good things about the MRA screen Brakes - Pad change (to sintered - check MT10 bj's blog - fast bikes on youtube) does wonders apparently and you can switch out for the r1 master cyliner with relative ease apparently.....anyway good luck with the MT10 and good to hear that you went for it for exactly the same reasons i am, power, handling, versatility.
Brilliant bike for the road and the occasional track day. Very good value for money. A few quirky parts but an overall great bike. However, it is due for an update. Needs a better dashboard, better electronics, new looks, maybe 10 bhp on top, downshifter, better MC, braided brake lines...
I just picked up the 2023MT 10 I was sold on the first test drive and traded the 900 RS café. Now the 2023 adds up and down quick shifter with auto bliper and a few other niceties. It’s the smoothest and best quick shifter I’ve ever experienced on bike
OC- Congratulations dude! A phenomenal motorcycle hands down, one of my favorite motorcycles of all time. Can’t wait till we get the two gals together!
I bought a 2021 last year and I absolutely love it, I will say at the track I would have rather been on a r6 or r1. I was getting smoked on the straights but the mt10 on the streets is seriously such a beast.
I have a 2019, save color. I’m never giving it up. I trying to get a comfort seat but it’s not available nowhere. Everywhere I go ppl love it. I took me 6 months to get one. Couldn’t find one last year.
i bought a 2021 in april and i put 5500 miles on it, my first brand new bike. i absolutely love this bike, perfect for the street, although i will say i went to road america and on the straights was constantly getting passed lol. but who cares its such an awesome machine.
Cost and comfort is the awesome part about naked bikes. I first did it because of the lower price, but now to a large extent for my back. If my back wasn't an issue the s1000rr would have been awesome
Had my mt-07 now for 2 years. I'm wanting an upgrade, power & speed is okay on the 07 but I want something more. Within the two years i've done 20kmiles on my 07. Alot of riding on challanging & diff roads. I always looked after my 07 & it's looked after me! 07 Is such a fun bike, great for city & weekend fun! I just am needing more, when I put more weight on my 07 feels unstable. This is what I need: hooligan when I want it to be. Weekend twisty fun very confident with traction & suspension keeping bike locked. highway maintained speeds & getting upto traffic speeds. long distance without shoulder back pain. good group rides easy to maintain (oil, fluids, air filter, spark ect) the bikes i'm thinking of 1290 r, 1290 GT & MT-10 I like the looks of the 1290's alot more then the MT-10. I just have no idea how the KTM engines feel or how easy it is to keep them in check lol
What about a z900? They're not that expensive, 2020 and up have driving modes, 4 cylinder, smooth as hell, extremely linear power curve and plenty of power, but not too much. It's also quite light for what it is.
@Glenn Maybe an FZ1. With the extra coin, you could deck the bike with an exhaust, wind screen, tune, stainless lines, any outstanding maintenance, etc.
Ive had mine for 2 years 2019 same paint added heated grips Moore Mafia flash cat delete i have more bikes in my garage then i need for sure and the MT-10 is the bike
With that windscreen I'm getting old school FZ1 vibes! I've always been sad since Yamaha discontinued the FZ6/FZ1 models. This could be a decent option. I love the way you have it set up so far!
Same, I have an 04 FZ1 and I think ill get 1 more season out of it and then I'm getting this. The way he has it set up is exactly how I will do it too. I love mine but accessories for a 20 yr old bike is a pipe dream at this point.
I feel you on that. I bought a 2004 Suzuki Bandit 1200s to travel on and it seems every time I fix a thing, something else breaks! I'm gonna have to stop being so cheap and get something more modern. Check out the Suzuki Gsx-s1000gt+...Damn that bikes name is a mouthful lol. It seems to be pretty competent and not as expensive as other options@@ninji5226
Sold my Street Triple RS and bought an FZ-10. I even picked it over the Aprilia Tuono. Hands down this is one of the most underrated and best bikes in the segment.The only thing I think is a nice to have, Penske rear shock from Stoltec Moto. Combine that with some suspension set up and this will dust just about anything in the mountains.
@@santiagomoralesgarcia1802 best price, yes. But I'm not convinced it as good as the MT-10/FZ-10. The GSXS 1000 just lacks that character the MT has and isn't nearly as sharp IMO.
@@TheDriversPerspective yeah, the MT 10 has more power, torque and less weight, but the new GSXS 1000 has enough power and torque to make You go really fast.
Well done on getting your motorbike, like you I have just picked up my motorbike 2021 BMW S1000R Sport up to date 6 axis IMU, 6.5INCH TFT and the sweetest engine allied to up/down shifter
@@chaseontwowheels Yeah, idiots in the comment section who don't understand that the bike is just as powerful and fast in mode 3, just different amount of twist to get it
Has NOTHING to do with throttle and limiting speed. NOTHING ONLY thing it does is makes the throttle travel more. If you have it most aggressive it makes the throttle more responsive because the travel is reduced so when you roll it it only takes a little to get to higher RPM. When you set it to 3 it means you need more roll to get the SAME throttle. It's a VERY bad misconception and it only means you don't know how to RTFM! Throttle does NOT change only how much you roll it to get the same response. That's IT! Next time get your facts straight. BTW I *OWN* 2021 Yamaha MT-10.
@@chaseontwowheels I use 2 on power mode and 2 on traction control. When I got mine first, I thought 1 was the softest and ran it in on that. Some time later I found out it wasn't. You know what us blokes say, 'If all else fails, read the bloody instructions!' Really liked your vid. Regards from rural England. OC
I had the mt09 for a summer and I put 3k miles in 3 months. I absolutely LOVED the bike but I had to sell because my pull out game was weak lol but one day I’ll get back into it and get this bike. I miss riding so much
@chaseontwowheels you should get together with dave moss and get him to help you setup all of your bikes suspension wise. supersport, cruiser, naked all within the shops regular rides would love to see that.
You took the right amount of time to get it... I would love to have been able to try it out for a year. I bought the 2019 MT-09. I LOVE IT. I never got to test ride the MT-10 as it was a little out of my price range and I wanted to just buy in cash.
I bought a fz-09 in 2017 new. Love it. Was thinking of selling it and getting a MT-10 but every time I take out the FZ-09 and go hooligan on it, I just can't sell it...LMAO
The peeps at Yamaha are very smart, I think they loaned you the bike with the intention of making you get comfortable and fall in love with the bike, and buy it eventually.
While this bike is expensive, you get a lot for it! Deals are out there! I paid $5500 for a 2017 FZ10 with 32k miles. Nothing wrong with it, and a had about $1,000 in upgrades. I had to book a flight and drive it 700 miles home. Thankfully it has cruise control 😂 Worth it 100x
Totally get you, been riding since i was 17, got an R6 , love it but it hurts to ride now, im 51, I really fancy an MT10, think its perfect for me :) great vlog!!
Love my mt-10 get the suspension tuned and some super sport tires and it's even more amazing. Hard to find aftermarket parts because they are all sold out.
People get caught up in the name brand thing in bikes so much so that they will not consider anything else. I have made it a point to own as many different brands as I can and I have. I currently have and have had some amazing bikes over 50 years. I took this exact bike out as a casual test ride with no real intention of buying a bike. I don't think I have ever been as impressed with a bike as I was with this one. The bonus is that it is a Yamaha so you know it will be reliable. This bike handles like no other bike I have owned but it is plush, precise, forgiving and raw all in one. My advice is to try this if you are looking for a naked against any of the European naked's....you will be hard pressed to find better. Looks are subjective but I like the MT10 because it is unique. Now I agree that the gas mileage sucks but I also own a new VMAX which is even worse. If we could get the SP version in the USA that would be the next level.....not sure if the gas mileage could ever be fixed. I could honestly say if the SP version could be combined with a 200 mile range it would be the best bike in the world.
Congrats on the bike man. I bought a MT10SP earlier this year. Went from a MT09SP. It's a great bike for sure but I agree with you on the mp/g, I get nervous when It hits half tank and start looking for gas stations haha. But it did do kind of well when I rode it home the day I bought it. I filled up like twice on a trip that was 443km (275miles), like 99% of it was just highway riding on 6th gear and relatively low RPMs. But when I'm out swooping around the twisties that fuel economy quickly turns into a whirl in the tank. OC CREW! :D
OC: I don't have an MT-10 but do like them and love the cross plain engine sound. I'm a frugal father and still have my 2007 FZ6 that I purchased new because I still love it and haven't found anything better that I'm in the position to replace it with. You set yours up like I would have and the only other thing I would add is hand guards (I have Barkbusters on mine). My reason is that I commute year round in the PNW and it's nice when it's raining or around 40 degrees out. Your weather may be different though.
Everything said sounds like how I feel about my 2021 MT09sp. I adore the bike and can't wait for the aftermarket to allow me to dad mode it too. I plan on keeping the bike for a very long time
Best bang for your buck is the GSX-S750 imho. And since you are keeping the MT10 in the "low power" mode all the time, the 750 is really all you need...
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Usually buy a new bike every 2-3 years, had my mt10 5 years now enjoy it so much I have no plans to sell.
oh sell? I thought you ment lease
Do you usually trade it in or buy outright?
I never want to sell mine, absolute beast!
During the winter I will think about selling mine, then it gets warm enough to ride it and I forget all about selling it
same it's my keeper
Your review of the FZ09 was the reason i bought one 5 or 6 years ago. 3 years ago i moved to the FZ10 and have no regrets. I miss the CP3 of the 09, but the power on the 10 is bananas. Add a tune and its even better. If anyone is considering getting a 10, do it.
Ive been eager to get an mt09 sp but after seeing plenty of reviews of the mt10 I'm convinced you get it instead!
ECU flash helped the jerky throttle immensely, definitely recommend that.
This. I got the 2WDW flash and it made a huge difference. Also thinking of getting the G2 throttle tamer to help with the last little bit
Def gunna need to check these out.
Where’s Nate at when you need him?
@@chaseontwowheels we have a pretty big Facebook group for these bikes with some great info!
@@sloguyty5915 whats the name of that group?
Can confirm, love the MT-10. 👌
You need to race your Freeride versus the mt10 who gets 2 McDonald's faster or whatever lol
Tucker you need to make mt10 videos man
Wanna do a race to get some fast food?
@@chaseontwowheels paramotor vs mt10 40 mile fast food run
@@chaseontwowheels Absolutely! With the right course, it could be a close race. 😁
I bought a 2019 a year ago as well and I love it. Ear to ear grin every single time I'm on it
The MT10 is a great motorcycle, I tried it multiple times, still went back to MT09. I just love the MT09, currently own the 2021 MT09Sp, enough power, agile, fun, precise and good gas mileage. I don't think I would want anything else.
Ohh interesting, I have the 2020 so mt 09 and been looking for a mt 10,havent tried one yet but really wanting one by the sound and looks. What didn't you like about the 10 and was it a hard choice between the two?
@@ThaiLitzki, as at when I made the comparison, I was a daily L.A. traffic commuter, weight, fuel consumption, heat dissipated in traffic, and flickability were my primary concerns; MT09 outshines the MT10 in these factors. I found myself respecting the MT10 too much. I was so conscious of the power, weight, and fuel consumption that I was not allowing myself to go free on it, and since both bikes are stable even at 90 -100mph I felt the new MT09 was a steal. Although, I would really love to try the 2022 MT10 model; I pray it has better gas mileage.
@@kaecy6 MT10>MT09 anyday,anytime, in the track in the streeets
@@amparoenriquez3549 Men, I saw the launch of the new MT10 recently. I may upgrade to it pretty soon.
OC: My brother owns the MT-10. I was very jealous of his cruise control during our trip to Deal's Gap. That is a really nice bike and I know he loves his. He did end up lowering the front, per Dave Moss' advice. It reduces the amount of wheelie-esque riding and improves it's cornering/stability.
53yrs old …. Currently have 15 bikes. Just bought MT10. WOOW. Unbelievable fun .. comfortable… love it
I've had my MT10 for 3 years now, and 20k miles later its still my favorite. runs like a top every day and never stops being fun. They do need mods to be livable though. A comfort seat, tall windscreen, crash protection, and tail/saddlebags are a must if you're going to daily your bike.
Respring the front forks with linear ones, respring the rear along with a revalve as well and do a proper suspension setup for your weight. Oh boy, it transforms the bike into a dream handling machine, very close to the tuono v4 1100.
Greetings from a fellow empty10er from Greece!!!
I've got front and rear springs from KTech waiting to go into mine. Just need to find time lol
Yamaha’s Cruise control, effectively, is such an addiction. I’m done for the rest of my life. Looks very similar to the system I have on my beloved XT-1200. On pavement, about 70% of my riding is now on cruise control. That does help a lot for gas ratio (I’m at 5.0 litres / 100 km). Just a blast to cruise so easily. Bravo Yamaha.
It really is. I just wish it came with an autoblipper like the R1 has instead of just the upshift. Going to get a Translogic for mine
Guess people are lazy 🤣
First motorcycle I officially owned was my 2017 FZ-09. Definitely made the right choice, and would HIGHLY recommend!!
Mine as well! Sold it this year and bought a MT10 SOO much better in every way.
Dude because of you i got my 2016 FZ-09, then i met you and you talked so good about the MT-10 that i decided to go with it! I bought my 2021 mate black MT-10 and it was my daily and i was loving it, unfortunately it got stolen after a month and a half but i still want one and will recommend it any day
your bike wasnt insured against theft? or any way or form you can get back the price u paid for it?
@@shapelessdreams it was insured thankfully and i also had the GAP insurance, unfortunately GAP won’t cover the extended service plan so i still have to pay that!
I agree 1000% on mode 3. It's the perfect everyday mode. I love it. At first when I bought my MT10 I seriously thought about selling it after a few weeks. It was so twitchy. Then I discovered mode 3, rain mode, which is perfect. Now it's the best bike I've ever owned.
I’d go for the MT-10SP because I am a sucker for colour Tft and messing with my suspension settings.
Why would you make any bike workout color tft
Can confirm it's a great, solid bike. Regardless of fuel issues, it looks aggressive, is aggressive and packs an absolute punch. Three years of ownership, and I can't think of many other bikes I'd rather have. 👍👍
Purchased my 2021 blue Mt-10 July 4th weekend. Extremely impressed. Full exhaust on the way. Frame protection and Corbin installed. Awesome video bud! Quality as always
I love my 2017 MT10, I traded a 2015 SuperDuke for it and never looked back. Reflash them, sort the suspension, tweak the brakes (pass, lines) and enjoy. Sounds a lot but mine was 10k on the road.
The comfort seat is awful in my opinion, it’s too high and too wide.
The CP4 engine is epic!
When I was shopping for a new bike last Spring, the only two bikes that felt Just Right - that feeling you described as knowing it could be Right Bike for you, that feeling of being Home on a bike - were the MT10 and the BMW R1250R. I ended up buying the latter, but a lot of debate and handwringing went into the decision. Congrats on buying a great bike.
I picked up a 2021 2 months ago. Bike is certainly not 12 grand, it comes in around 14,500~ but regardless, an amazing bike and still worth the price. I put bar end mirrors on mine which I love because the stock ones don't really show much. OC!!!
Yea bar end mirrors are a must. Couldn't see anything but the insides of my elbows with the stock ones lol
Owned mine over 5 years. 25,000 miles and nothing has gone wrong. Don't think I'm ever going to sell it. The 25K main dealer valve service is expensive but still worth it👍👍
I've had mine for a little over 2 years. Done almost 40k kms on it. Best bike I've ever had, will sell only if/when a new MT-10 comes out.
Brought an MT10 the day before my 75th birthday. Love it. I'm 78 now wouldn't trade it for anything. Stay upright folks.😊
Hoping they bring the MT-10 SP to US this year.
If they do I'm trading in my 2019 lol
I have one, and I love it…
OC: Congrats man! I knew this was gonna be a channel staple!
One of my dream bikes as well. I currently have a '14 FZ-09 but I'd LOVE to have an MT-10! It's not about the miles per-gallon, it's smiles per-gallon🤣.
Me too after owning a few 1000cc sport bikes the MT-10 hit my sweet spot definitely recommend this motorcycle 🏍 to anyone as longest they have the experience.
Got a 21 MT10 about a month ago and I’ll never sell it! By far the best bike I’ve ever ridden
I looked at about 5 hours of video.. websites looking for the 'perfect' bike. The Yamaha MT-10 was the *ONLY* one I liked.. even a little and I REALLY like it. I almost gave up until an ad for Yamaha came up, looked at the models and sorted by price.. I was amazed it was budget friendly, sporty, comfortable and a bat out of hell.. It's fun when people in tesla, mustang, BMW and AMG try to 'take you' at the light.. I give them just enough lead to make them dream for a second or two... then all they see is the back of my jacket. Most don't even bother trying to make it to the next light they turn off the road, into a parking lot or turn around.. I guess they are embarrassed.
I own a MT-10 since 2016 ... 76.000km later still going, never had an issue. Service, Gas and good to go.
ECU Flash is´recommended :)
I'm not trying to be patronising at all, but this is the first US look at the MT10, with which I absolutely agree. Part of that is our county roads, where a bike that doesn't handle or brake well will not work. I'm in the UK and I do have a collection of bikes and I've been riding bikes for 55 years and I've had my MT10 for 3 1/2 years and I'm utterly besotted by it.
I also first fell in love with the sound and didn't know what the bike was, at that time. My first go on a dealer demo. bike was interesting. My quickest bike at this time, was my 2nd Blackbird and the riding position of the MT10 was very different and once out of town, the bloody thing kept wheelieing. That was fun. The standard seat was awful and the front suspension settings were not right for me. Too much compression damping, causing the front wheel to 'skitter' on turn in to bumpy corners, whilst still feathering the front brake. Anyway, the upshot was, I had to have one. When I got mine(2018 with up q/shifter), I had the same screen as you, the comfort seat, a radiator guard, a fender extender, the handlebar guards and I bought a couple of mirror extensions(off Ebay UK) and after softening off the front comp. damping, it is now everything I wanted and more. I put on a GIVI back rack and large top box, which gives pillions so much confidence when you open it up. I would also agree with you, that this is a bike that could very easily bite the unwary/inexperienced. The bike has enormous mid range acceleration(I run it in 2 and 2), it handles really well(currently on Bridgestone S21 F & R and sounds brilliant, even with the std. exhaust. Sorry about the 'War and Peace' length of my posting, but I just had to say, the MT10 is fantastic. OC
My third year with my FZ10 and I love it more than ever. Congrats Chase!
OC: Put a deposit on one months ago and just waiting for it to show up. Sure, there's newer naked bikes out but the MT-10 is hard to beat for the price in my opinion. A new version of it is probably around the corner but so is a higher price tag.
Same here test rode the MT10 and just new this was my bike after having many nearly bikes, definitely the real deal for me, so bought a 2017 stock bike that I have De-catted. Cheers from new UK subscriber.
2019 mt 10 owner as well. Same color scheme. Love the bike as well.
I also have a bad back and the combination of sitting upright and the Yamaha comfort seat is amazing. The comfort seat is night and day difference to the stock seat. If anybody doubts, doubt no more. If you are considering the Yamaha Comfort Seat, it works and it's 100% more comfortable than the stock one!!!
Happy owner of an FZ-10/MT-10 since late 2017 and I love it. Only two things Yamaha needs to work on for the next gen version: (1) Fix that damn twitchy throttle, and (2) MPG is atrocious for a stock liter bike, you start looking for a gas station every 100-120 miles. I had a ZX-14 for 10 years before the MT-10 and it got in the neighborhood of 35-40 MPG if you were careful. On the MT-10, consider yourself fortunate if you can get anything over 30 MPG. Other than those two issues, pretty much a perfect bike.
My MT-10 is easily my favorite bike I have ever owned. Light, powerful, flickable, and comfortable. The sport naked class in general remains undiscovered country for so many because they just see hooligans ride them on TH-cam (not our esteemed host). So they think these bikes are not for them. But you don’t have to ride like a crazy person. And this category is full of great handling bikes with an upright position you can ride in all day. The bargain of the class is this wonderful MT-10. A real two wheeled jewel. Pretty much everybody needs one. 😜
OC: I found this video because the MT-10 has been on my mind as a second bike to my FJR1300. As I was watching, it occurred to me that I recognized the route. That “special road”.... SCL is about to get ruined with the huge housing development that’s about to get built. Bummer! I’ll keep my eyes peeled, maybe I’ll see you on the road, subscribed!
I traded my R-1 for my FZ10. Best decision I've ever made.
What a sick looking bike
Literally the best choice man
Has the mt10 ever had the name fz10?
Didn't yamaha change the naming scheme in the US before the release of the mt10?
@@Daniel-dj7fh yes, it basically is the same platform.
@@Daniel-dj7fh only difference is the mt10 comes with a quickshifter
OC. Bought a 2018 Team Yamaha Blue/Black with Akra full exhaust and Power Commander. Totally worth it. The other mod recommendations are bar end mirrors and heated grips for the DAD mode! Bought Rizoma Reverse Retro Bar End mirrors and Yamaha heated grips. The Rizoma mirrors are awesome as they are small yet show all the rearview. The Yamaha heated grips are ok, not warm enough in 30F's weather, but warm enough for +40F. Enjoy your MT-10!
OC: Congrats on the purchase. I know what you mean about finding the right one. When I was shopping for a bike after being away for years. I wanted luggage, I saw the BMW K1600 and it reminded me of my old CBX. Also I had never been a fan of the R motors. The look wasn't for me. But while shopping I sat on an R1200RT because a friend who rides said I had to try it. He knew I would be a fan of the balance. As soon as I lifted it off the side stand, I was hooked, the test ride was a formality. I'll still get a K16 someday, but that RT is not leaving my garage until one of my heirs inherits it. And yes, I love the look now, to the point I browse for old R models to take on the Distinguished Gentleman's ride someday.
7:06 to 7:20. Yes. Went looking for a perfect 2 up bike but after getting home and talking to my wife she reminded me that my bike would be ridden solo more. Best wife ever. Made a couple of changes to be comfortable for the pillion and now it is better for both worlds. Stay safe and be good people :)
So excited to get new ideas and mods for my MT10!
I bought a MT10SP a couple of years ago and I absolutely love it.
I “knew” when I sat on my mt09. Love that bike!
Have to agree regarding the fuel consumption, especially because you have to run premium fuel in it. The best I've got is about 38mpg when cruising on the freeway doing 65-75mph. If I give it stick, the fuel consumption drops to just over 30mpg. I was tempted to buy the cases for it, but my 2014 VFR800 is my go to sport tourer for longer trips. VFR for touring, MT-10 for being a local hooligan.
I am a lill jelly of that cruise control not going to lie.
It's sooooo nice lol
Tried a Mt-09 and hated it too twitchy so stayed with my MT-07 and freaking love it. I was surprised how much I liked the mt-10
A LOT!!! I'll be picking one up next year in fact.
Yes Chase! A good old fashion M-Vlog.. This Is what I'm talking about! MORE MORE MORE! 💯
Yes you should. I have a 2021 MT10SP, best bike I've owned. So good
Would it be a comfortable ride I'm 6'2. Been looking at them for a while now just haven't had time to actually sit on one.
@@imperialtekk9443 I'm about 6 foot and find it extremely comfortable. The SP suspension is on the firm side but the electronic adjustability makes it easy to tailor to your liking.
production quality thru the roof!! great job man
OC - Great video chase, don't have an MT10 but planning to get one after this season ends so done loads of research:
Luggage - Shad make a 3p system for it which you can attach slim 22l panniers to in case you want more security than you have
Transmission - Translogic make a quickshifter/auto blipper that is apparently awesome
Screen - If you want a smaller option down the line heard good things about the MRA screen
Brakes - Pad change (to sintered - check MT10 bj's blog - fast bikes on youtube) does wonders apparently and you can switch out for the r1 master cyliner with relative ease apparently.....anyway good luck with the MT10 and good to hear that you went for it for exactly the same reasons i am, power, handling, versatility.
I got an MT10 a couple of years ago...2016 model...best bike I've ever had.
The throttle is a bit 'twitchy' on bumpy roads but 100% love this bike...
OC
I own an MT10, she is an absolute animal on the road. Nothing compares sound and torque.
Brilliant bike for the road and the occasional track day. Very good value for money. A few quirky parts but an overall great bike. However, it is due for an update. Needs a better dashboard, better electronics, new looks, maybe 10 bhp on top, downshifter, better MC, braided brake lines...
Upgraded my fz1 to an mt10 last week, love it so far. Ecu flash and all it wants to is lift the front.
I just picked up the 2023MT 10 I was sold on the first test drive and traded the 900 RS café. Now the 2023 adds up and down quick shifter with auto bliper and a few other niceties. It’s the smoothest and best quick shifter I’ve ever experienced on bike
OC- Congratulations dude! A phenomenal motorcycle hands down, one of my favorite motorcycles of all time. Can’t wait till we get the two gals together!
Best mods hands down are the R1 master cylinder and Speigler stainless steel brake lines. The R1 master is plug and play so you keep cruise control.
I bought a 2021 last year and I absolutely love it, I will say at the track I would have rather been on a r6 or r1. I was getting smoked on the straights but the mt10 on the streets is seriously such a beast.
Highlights the bike's fuel consumption
*next topic*
Fuel level indicator turns on
Can confirm this bike is horrible on fuel 😆 get 29-32 mpg highway 18-21 city
@@TrigunV4S That's not much better than my F-150! 😂
Who cares when smiles for miles 😂😂
I have a 2019, save color. I’m never giving it up. I trying to get a comfort seat but it’s not available nowhere. Everywhere I go ppl love it. I took me 6 months to get one. Couldn’t find one last year.
OC: Ok. Now that Chase has paid for his MT-10, its time for Yamaha to launch the 2021 MT-10 :P
*2022
hahahaha I thought about this exact thing. I'm sure it'll happen now.
i bought a 2021 in april and i put 5500 miles on it, my first brand new bike. i absolutely love this bike, perfect for the street, although i will say i went to road america and on the straights was constantly getting passed lol. but who cares its such an awesome machine.
There's at least 1 if not 2 other gears that you're not using - you want to save gas? Put it in fifth or sixth if equipped..
Cost and comfort is the awesome part about naked bikes. I first did it because of the lower price, but now to a large extent for my back. If my back wasn't an issue the s1000rr would have been awesome
Why is no one talking about the crazy bike shortage going on? Almost all the dealers around me are out of inventory.
Old news
We did a Live Ontwowheels show a few weeks back talking about it: th-cam.com/video/YCq6qa8q5XA/w-d-xo.html
@@chaseontwowheels great, I’ll check it out, thanks.
I got the '21 MT-03 and still waiting on rear rack/Yamaha parts I ordered at time of sale - 3+ months ago 😂
OC i own a MT-10 from 2019 in gunmetal with yellow, i love it so much! Congrats Chase and love from the netherlands!
Had my mt-07 now for 2 years. I'm wanting an upgrade, power & speed is okay on the 07 but I want something more. Within the two years i've done 20kmiles on my 07. Alot of riding on challanging & diff roads. I always looked after my 07 & it's looked after me! 07 Is such a fun bike, great for city & weekend fun! I just am needing more, when I put more weight on my 07 feels unstable.
This is what I need:
hooligan when I want it to be.
Weekend twisty fun very confident with traction & suspension keeping bike locked.
highway maintained speeds & getting upto traffic speeds.
long distance without shoulder back pain.
good group rides
easy to maintain (oil, fluids, air filter, spark ect)
the bikes i'm thinking of 1290 r, 1290 GT & MT-10 I like the looks of the 1290's alot more then the MT-10. I just have no idea how the KTM engines feel or how easy it is to keep them in check lol
What about a z900? They're not that expensive, 2020 and up have driving modes, 4 cylinder, smooth as hell, extremely linear power curve and plenty of power, but not too much. It's also quite light for what it is.
@Glenn Maybe an FZ1.
With the extra coin, you could deck the bike with an exhaust, wind screen, tune, stainless lines, any outstanding maintenance, etc.
This is very Jack Courts of you. Wind protection, panniers, comfort seat, mode 3, dad style. Love it haha
Ive had mine for 2 years 2019 same paint added heated grips Moore Mafia flash cat delete i have more bikes in my garage then i need for sure and the MT-10 is the bike
With that windscreen I'm getting old school FZ1 vibes! I've always been sad since Yamaha discontinued the FZ6/FZ1 models. This could be a decent option. I love the way you have it set up so far!
Same, I have an 04 FZ1 and I think ill get 1 more season out of it and then I'm getting this. The way he has it set up is exactly how I will do it too. I love mine but accessories for a 20 yr old bike is a pipe dream at this point.
I feel you on that. I bought a 2004 Suzuki Bandit 1200s to travel on and it seems every time I fix a thing, something else breaks! I'm gonna have to stop being so cheap and get something more modern. Check out the Suzuki Gsx-s1000gt+...Damn that bikes name is a mouthful lol. It seems to be pretty competent and not as expensive as other options@@ninji5226
Sold my Street Triple RS and bought an FZ-10. I even picked it over the Aprilia Tuono. Hands down this is one of the most underrated and best bikes in the segment.The only thing I think is a nice to have, Penske rear shock from Stoltec Moto. Combine that with some suspension set up and this will dust just about anything in the mountains.
I think the GSXS 1000 is the most underrated bike in the segment, and the new model has the best price.
@@santiagomoralesgarcia1802 best price, yes. But I'm not convinced it as good as the MT-10/FZ-10. The GSXS 1000 just lacks that character the MT has and isn't nearly as sharp IMO.
@@TheDriversPerspective yeah, the MT 10 has more power, torque and less weight, but the new GSXS 1000 has enough power and torque to make You go really fast.
OC! Appreciate your honesty about the bike. I thought I wanted an adventure bike, but one look @ the MT 10, I had to check it out! Thanks again.
Well done on getting your motorbike, like you I have just picked up my motorbike 2021 BMW S1000R Sport up to date 6 axis IMU, 6.5INCH TFT and the sweetest engine allied to up/down shifter
5:17 I remember when you had the R6. Figured that was the forever motorcycle.
It for sure was until my back started crapping out.
"I always keep it in mode 3"
Like Zlatan said "you bought a Ferrari but you drive it like a Fiat"
It’s sad and wast of the potential of the beast
If you saw how I ride it I don't think that statement translates. lol. I keep it it mode 3 for a smoother power delivery.
@@chaseontwowheels Yeah, idiots in the comment section who don't understand that the bike is just as powerful and fast in mode 3, just different amount of twist to get it
Has NOTHING to do with throttle and limiting speed. NOTHING ONLY thing it does is makes the throttle travel more. If you have it most aggressive it makes the throttle more responsive because the travel is reduced so when you roll it it only takes a little to get to higher RPM. When you set it to 3 it means you need more roll to get the SAME throttle. It's a VERY bad misconception and it only means you don't know how to RTFM! Throttle does NOT change only how much you roll it to get the same response. That's IT! Next time get your facts straight. BTW I *OWN* 2021 Yamaha MT-10.
@@chaseontwowheels I use 2 on power mode and 2 on traction control. When I got mine first, I thought 1 was the softest and ran it in on that. Some time later I found out it wasn't. You know what us blokes say, 'If all else fails, read the bloody instructions!' Really liked your vid. Regards from rural England. OC
Getting mine in a week, I still can't believe I achieved my dream in the end. I am so excited to finally have it. I think I will cry...
I had the mt09 for a summer and I put 3k miles in 3 months. I absolutely LOVED the bike but I had to sell because my pull out game was weak lol but one day I’ll get back into it and get this bike. I miss riding so much
You couldn’t have both?
@chaseontwowheels you should get together with dave moss and get him to help you setup all of your bikes suspension wise. supersport, cruiser, naked all within the shops regular rides would love to see that.
You took the right amount of time to get it... I would love to have been able to try it out for a year. I bought the 2019 MT-09. I LOVE IT. I never got to test ride the MT-10 as it was a little out of my price range and I wanted to just buy in cash.
I bought a fz-09 in 2017 new. Love it. Was thinking of selling it and getting a MT-10 but every time I take out the FZ-09 and go hooligan on it, I just can't sell it...LMAO
The peeps at Yamaha are very smart, I think they loaned you the bike with the intention of making you get comfortable and fall in love with the bike, and buy it eventually.
Yep, a nice bike, with rider modes to tame the power, R1 based. You got yourself a nice motorcycle Chase. Glad your so happy with it.👍
While this bike is expensive, you get a lot for it! Deals are out there!
I paid $5500 for a 2017 FZ10 with 32k miles. Nothing wrong with it, and a had about $1,000 in upgrades. I had to book a flight and drive it 700 miles home. Thankfully it has cruise control 😂
Worth it 100x
Just got mine, 2017 FZ10 with 1 mile! I love it!
Totally get you, been riding since i was 17, got an R6 , love it but it hurts to ride now, im 51, I really fancy an MT10, think its perfect for me :) great vlog!!
OC BAYBAY. I have a GSXS-750Z right now that I want to upgrade to a MT-10. Keep up the killer content Chase.
I have the same one, by far out of all the bikes I’ve owned it is my favorite.
Love my mt-10 get the suspension tuned and some super sport tires and it's even more amazing. Hard to find aftermarket parts because they are all sold out.
People get caught up in the name brand thing in bikes so much so that they will not consider anything else. I have made it a point to own as many different brands as I can and I have. I currently have and have had some amazing bikes over 50 years. I took this exact bike out as a casual test ride with no real intention of buying a bike. I don't think I have ever been as impressed with a bike as I was with this one. The bonus is that it is a Yamaha so you know it will be reliable. This bike handles like no other bike I have owned but it is plush, precise, forgiving and raw all in one. My advice is to try this if you are looking for a naked against any of the European naked's....you will be hard pressed to find better. Looks are subjective but I like the MT10 because it is unique. Now I agree that the gas mileage sucks but I also own a new VMAX which is even worse. If we could get the SP version in the USA that would be the next level.....not sure if the gas mileage could ever be fixed. I could honestly say if the SP version could be combined with a 200 mile range it would be the best bike in the world.
MT-10 gonna be my next bike so I can go fast and keep it forever and have it be my dad bike later in life
Lol , we all buy bikes thinking it'll be our forever bike , never is.
Man I’ve seen you come A LONG way on here sense 2010-11 ✊🏻🤘🏻
Congratulations on 1 MILLION subscribers!!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻
Congrats on the bike man. I bought a MT10SP earlier this year. Went from a MT09SP. It's a great bike for sure but I agree with you on the mp/g, I get nervous when It hits half tank and start looking for gas stations haha. But it did do kind of well when I rode it home the day I bought it. I filled up like twice on a trip that was 443km (275miles), like 99% of it was just highway riding on 6th gear and relatively low RPMs. But when I'm out swooping around the twisties that fuel economy quickly turns into a whirl in the tank. OC CREW! :D
OC: I don't have an MT-10 but do like them and love the cross plain engine sound. I'm a frugal father and still have my 2007 FZ6 that I purchased new because I still love it and haven't found anything better that I'm in the position to replace it with. You set yours up like I would have and the only other thing I would add is hand guards (I have Barkbusters on mine). My reason is that I commute year round in the PNW and it's nice when it's raining or around 40 degrees out. Your weather may be different though.
The only thing that’s keeping me from buying is the lack of money :> So if i have enough then why not?
Everything said sounds like how I feel about my 2021 MT09sp. I adore the bike and can't wait for the aftermarket to allow me to dad mode it too. I plan on keeping the bike for a very long time
You're not wrong buying any of the MTs, glad ya like it.
OC. Just sold my cbr 1000rr and got the 2021 mt-10. Best decision I’ve ever made.
Best bang for your buck is the GSX-S750 imho. And since you are keeping the MT10 in the "low power" mode all the time, the 750 is really all you need...
Heather says,”it’s me or the MT-10”
Chases,”I’ll never leave you…MT-10” lol
congrats on pulling the trigger !... just bought be a 2017 mt-09 Tracer .. it's gonna be a good year OC