Ridefast January 2022

2022 Yamaha MT-10
and MT-10 SP:
Yamaha has debuted a heavily revised MT-10.
Focusing on the base model MT-10, the motor is the CP4
unit derived from the 2022 Yamaha YZF-R1 but features
steel conrods and a new exhaust for better mid-range
torque compared to the superbike’s needs for top-end
power. The European models, which is what we get, will
come with a claimed 163 hp and 82 lb-ft of torque.
The now Euro-5-compliant motor sits in the same Deltabox
chassis as previously, and particular attention has
been paid to the sound the rider will hear via acoustic
tuning of the intake system via different length intake
tubes as well as “acoustic amplifier grilles” on the gas
tank that direct the sound to the rider.
The MT gets a new face that features twin-eye mono-focus
LED headlights and LED position lights situated
above the headlights.
The electronics are all new and mimic those found in
the R1. A six-axis IMU is fitted and monitors the traction,
slide, lift (wheelie), and brake control (BC) systems,
and there are three different stages for engine-braking
control as well. You can also adjust all these modes
independently of each other via the Yamaha Ride Control
feature by way of four different riding modes.
The brakes get a new Brembo radial master cylinder, and
the suspension is conventionally adjusted 43mm KYB
forks up front and a KYB monoshock, both fully adjustable.
Looking at the MT-10 SP, the main difference is the Öhlins
fork and shock that feature semi-active adjustment,
like the R1M. The system offers six modes (three auto
and three manual), with adjustment done via the dash.
The SP also gets a lower fairing and steel braided brake
lines.
No news on arrival times or costing in SA.