2020 Yamaha Hyper Naked MT Models First Look

If you thought last month’s debut of the new MT-03 was Yamaha’s main event for its 2020 street lineup in the US market, you were sorta right. Expanding on that entry-level Hyper Naked motorcycle, Yamaha has introduced the rest of its MT (Master of Torque) lineup for 2020, which includes the lightweight, torquey twin-cylinder MT-07, the nimble triple-cylinder MT-09, and the powerful four-cylinder MT-10, all representing “the Dark Side of Japan,” according to Yamaha. So it’s business as usual for this series.

The user-friendly, acclaimed, and popular MT-07 has been a hit with riders of all skill levels since its previous life as the FZ-07. With its torquey 689cc twin-cylinder engine, narrow frame design, and light, easy handling, it's not surprising Yamaha brought this lightweight machine back for 2020. The 2020 model remains essentially unchanged, and is still a great value too, thanks to the unchanged MSRP of $7,599. When it arrives at dealers later this month, it'll be available in Ice Fluo, Team Yamaha Blue, and Matte Raven Black color schemes.

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One of the other "best values in motorcycling" also happens to be in this lineup, which is a good enough reason for the MT-09. As Yamaha's original Hyper Naked bike, it's still powered by a potent 847cc inline triple-cylinder engine, supported in a sporty chassis with adjustable suspension, electronic rider aids, and rider-friendly ergonomics. Changes? None needed, really; the 2020 MT-09 can be found this November in Ice Fluo, Team Yamaha Blue, and Matte Raven Black color schemes for a budget-friendly MSRP of $8,999—the same price as last year.

Powered by a potent 998cc inline four-cylinder engine imbued with much of the same Crossplane Crankshaft technology developed in Yamaha’s fearsome YZF-R1 superbike, the MT-10 brings plenty of top-shelf components to the table. You get sophisticated electronic control technology, a lightweight and responsive chassis, suspension with plenty of adjustability options, comfy ergonomics, and aggressive styling befitting of a range leader. The 2020 MT-10 will be available at dealers starting in November, for an MSRP of $12,999. Color choices include Ice Fluo and Matte Raven Black.