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Image Gallery: 2016 Yamaha MT-03 and MT-10

Naked versions of YZF-R3 and YZF-R1 available in Europe only for now

November 17, 2015

2016 Yamaha MT-10

The MT-10 is heavily based on the latest iteration of Yamaha's YZF-R1 flagship sportbike, with apparently few modifications to the engine or chassis. "The radical MT-10 is ready to exceed expectations and appeal to those riders who are looking for a new kind of connected riding experience that can be enjoyed on any road, any time and at any speed," Yamaha says.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

The 2016 Yamaha MT-10 is powered by the same basic crossplane powerplant as the YZF-R1, but the engine is tuned for more low-end and midrange torque. This is accomplished through the use of new intake, exhaust and fueling systems, and new, lightweight forged pistons.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

While the MT's electronics suite is not as comprehensive as the R1's, it includes three riding modes, a 3-level traction control system, and cruise control that can be activated in 4th, 5th or 6th gear. A different clutch with an assist function gives lighter clutch feel.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

The chassis is likewise developed from the R1, although the frame has revised strength/rigidity characteristics and a steel subframe as opposed to aluminum. Suspension consistes of a 43mm inverted KYB fork and an "R1-type swingarm" with a KYB shock.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

The brakes appear outwardly similar to the R1's, with radial-mound, 4-piston calipers acting on on 330mm discs.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

A new LCD dash shows a plethora of information, including a digital speedometer, bar-graph tachometer, fuel gauge and shift light.

2016 Yamaha MT-10

Dual LED headlights sit below a small flyscreen; the assembly is mounted to the frame rather than the fork to "accentuate the feelings of agility and lightness."

2016 Yamaha MT-03

Like the MT-10, the lightweight MT is based on the YZF-R3, featuring the same 321cc twin-cylinder engine and tubular steel chassis.

2016 Yamaha MT-03

The MT-03's frame incorporates two main pipes of 35mm-diameter steel tubing, and utilizes the engine as a stressed member.

2016 Yamaha MT-03

A multi-function instrument panel features a digital speedometer and analog tachometer, along with a fuel gauge and shift light.

2016 Yamaha MT-03

The MT-03 is equipped with an LED position light and LED tail light.

Yamaha has introduced two new additions to its European MT line of naked sportbikes, the MT-10 and MT-03. That’s the good news. The bad news is that US consumers probably won’t be able to get their hands on either bike. At least not yet.

As expected, the MT-10 is based on the company's latest YZF-R1, while the MT-03 is based on the YZF-R3; both bikes feature minimal bodywork and upright riding positions. The unfortunate truth is, again, that the two bikes were introduced at EICMA as Europe-only models, and Yamaha Motor USA has indicated the bikes will not be available in the US.

Assuming you like a tease, scroll through the gallery above to see more images of both bikes along with some additional details.