2023 Yamaha MT10 Review - Riding in slippery conditions : The Ultimate Test of Handling?

[@everythinggaming7938]

when the new gen bikes first came out I hated the lights but now they have grown on me

[@stesh101]

Just bought one. Absolutely love the sound. Should've bought one years ago. Not the best handling bike but definitely the most fun.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Enjoy it!

[@HollyBerryDOOG]

The handling is good but the suspension isn’t

[@lauriew2907]

As a proud owner of the 2022 Mt10 sp.. Love the looks and much better bike then others in this category.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to hear that!

[@grpantsch]

Many thanks for another excellent and honest review! I certainly agree, as also a proud and happy owner of the 2022 MT 10 SP. Especially, this new semi-active suspension from Ohlins, is a dream and definitely worth the extra money! I am riding motorcycles for 42 years now, and this bike manages to put a smile on my face everytime I commute or tour on it! Do a test ride guys, when you have the chance. Ride safely, cheers! 👍

[@atillaadn]

are you blind sir?

[@boostaholic7116]

The weather is the same TMF we have had enough rain in the last couple of months we can't have a hosepipe ban this year! Keep up the good work! 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Every cloud and all that….

[@karlosh9286]

I have to agree, sideways on, it looks fine. The headlights don't do it for me too. It looks "beady eyed" ! Mirrors. IMO all bikes should have bar ends ones. 41 MPG doesn't sound too good. The 1050 Speed Triple I had, that was doing abut 49 MPG. Okay, it had 15 BPH less than the MT10, not that I used more than about 1/3 of it's peak BHP ! I wouldn't call you an amateur reviewer, in fact I'd say you're a real world on the road reviewer. Quite a few other reviewers are seemingly wannabee Rossi / Marquez / Bagnaias, which is fine for track day gods. For the rest of us mere mortals your kind of review really is a lot more applicable.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That’s very kind of you to say - thank you!

[@seaninness334]

Not sure why, but THANK YOU for taking a second to explain the meaning behind the odd road markings. I'm sure I could have looked it up but never got around to it as I don't live in your country but it nagged at me in a way. Kind of silly on my part but, there it is. Nice, relaxed review, thanks Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You're very welcome! You’d be surprised the number of people I have ask about them!

[@simonfowler7561]

The MT10 is a legend to ride. Looks are subjective but ride this bike once and u will want one! Not too powerful, handles great, fairly comfy one up and the sound it makes is amazing as it seems to transform from twin to triple to all out four mmmm.

[@reecelake98]

Hi Andy, another informative real world test, thanks. I have a new 2022 MT10 in the same colours and I love it. I had the gen 1 version on a 20 plate and really enjoyed it. I swopped to a new Tuono 1100 early in 2022, couldn’t resist a fabulous deal. The Aprilia was fabulous, but the Yamaha just has the edge in all round performance for me (power, speed, brakes, comfort, economy, value), so I swopped to the new MT10. Looks are personal taste and subjective, and I did not like them originally, but of course the looks grew on me over the years until I took the plunge! There are more powerful competitors, faster, lighter etc, but as I said in the real world this bike has given me a massive amount of satisfaction and great value too. Keep up the good work!

[@brianperry]

Every time l watch you doing a review in cold wet conditions it confirms why l retired to España. We do not have a riding season, Almost every day is a ''Go for a Ride Day''...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You’re a very fortunate man Brian!

[@brianperry]

@@TheMissendenFlyerGuess l made the right decision..

[@johnheaney414]

Cant park on the zig zags either which people tend to forget. Another great Video Andy

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks 👍

[@aps-pictures9335]

Just a note 18:33 - you can overtake on them, but you must not pass the vehicle at the front before or on the crossing. Not saying it’d have been practical to do in that scenario, but just a technicality! Always been interested in this bike, but it seems to have become rather generic and pale over the years, surpassed perhaps by newer, shinier things? Must get myself down for a test ride to find out.

[@gkbike7002]

I have an original MT-10, grey and yellow, and I've de catted it, it sounds better if that's possible. Yamaha do a comfort seat, about £250 I think, I'm guessing they're listening to customers. I've got braided lines on mine and they're stupendous, but if I have to complain I'd say its very thirsty. The range, if you're excitable like me, is the achieves heel of this bike, but thar R1 frame, swing arm and modified engine designed for the road make it a joy to ride. I scour ebay for bikes because I'm an addict, but I compare everything to the MT-10 and whats better out there as a road bike, probably none, looks aside, yamaha have nailed this. Maybe a classic next. Great video mate.

[@Icem4n84]

I switched to heated gloves. Much better option over grips. They heat the back of the hand, you can wire them to the battery or buy a battery back and take them on whatever bike you want. For the bike, I can't say I like the looks, the headlight would have to go.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I like heated grips and heated gloves!!

[@disaffectedmale]

I have a 2022 Gen 2 in Tech Black. (The best colour). It looks more co ordinated in black. Mine has GB racing engine covers, the 2022 comfort seat, Evotech tail tidy and every type of Evotech bobbins you can fit to this bike plus Evotech frame sliders. Oberon bar end mirrors, Akrapovic can in black with additional carbon fibre heat shield for the cat, Gilles levers and chain adjusters, Daytona Heated grips, Yamaha rad guard and oil cooler guard, Yamaha front and side tank pads. It will be decatted next when the warranty is up and I'm about to order some TST front turn signals as the OEM ones come adrift really easily and stick out too far. Wearing all black kit on this machine I turn heads everywhere I go, I can't wait until it sounds like it looks.

[@LambChopRides]

Got the same bike here now as you know, I'm loving it! Think it's a better road bike than the Tuono

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Not if you’re looking at it in your mirror!!

[@Trevor_Austin]

Not only was that a very interesting and informative review, I really appreciated the way it was made. You clearly start out with a plan (storyboard and shot lists?) and as you film you remember to create links to and pick-ups from cut-ins as you ride. Then, in the cut-in you carry over from the link the ride. Then your clips are strung together really well during editing. If I didn’t know any better I’d say your background is video production but I believe its in (security?) software. Your video standards are impressive and continue to improve - complete with your ever present humour! ps. Many, many years ago I was also in the software world. I used to work for the people who created the holes, cracks, imperfections etc. in a very well known series of OS’s.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Trevor - I’m so glad you noticed….and you’re bang on about how I go about filming. I’ve always been interested in photography and producing these videos is just an extension for me - a keen hobbyist, no background in it alas….

[@palantir135]

I agree with you on the looks. Blue is ok if it would be dark blue.

[@MegaJasperdog]

Just can’t over the looks think I’ll be sticking with my 2018 tuono factory for a while longer … top review as always 😊

[@russellfletcher114]

Hi Andy, it's a bike I'd love a go on but one will never be in my garage. I just can't get past the looks 😢 If you've parked your bike up and are walking away from it.... And you don't feel the need to glance back over your shoulder for one last adoring look...... you've bought the wrong bike!! All the best Russ

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Totally agree!

[@paullacey2999]

The colours remind me of a 90's Shellsuit🤣

[@MalcolmStaines]

Sitting here 17th April in Dorset cold damp and gray. Rained so much a boat full of animals has just gone past the window, at least you had some sun it December. Lovely bike and really like the blue wheels, if Moto Guzzi did not exist it would be the one I would go for.

[@gkbike7002]

I've posted this on Facebook MT-10 worldwide. Happy to promote a bike youtuber.

[@JordysWheels]

I really want to love this bike but Super Duke, even though it is more expensive you get more value than if you were to option up the MT10. Better seat, brakes, braided lines, suspension, range per tank and power. I bought the super duke and haven't felt the need to modify it at all. Where as the MT10 feels built to accessorise which means more time in the garage and less time riding

[@eddysadventures1964]

My guess is Yamaha sells more MT09s. I couldn’t get past the look of either so went with a Z900 ❤

[@RichardASK]

Good review as usual Andy. However, as a now 5 year owner of my MT10 and as someone who had one of these new ones to test ride, for a couple of hours, soon after last year's Bike Show, I disagree on some points and agree on others. My 2018 MT10 had an up quickshifter, which the very first 2016 bikes didn't and it works very well. In nearly 60 years of riding, I've always blipped the throttle on down changes, so didn't find the down change auto 'blipper' particularly necessary. The standard seat is not comfortable, for most people, which is why i and most owners have the 'comfort seat'. It is miles better, as Yamaha know by charging over £200 for them. I have the screen and hand guards, both of which make the bike better(in my view). I have 2 extensions on each mirror, which are 'buzz' free and allow a good rear view. Now with the new bike, I agree with you, the front just looks wrong, as does the bland and boring side view. However, what they have taken away and why I won't buy this new model, is the fabulous original soundtrack which they have now turned(not tuned), into a mainly boring induction 'noise'. Such a shame Yamaha decided to change the sound, which perfectly matched this fabulous original CP4 engine, which is a 'monster'! Handling is spot on. Keep up the good work Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Richard and thanks for the real world feedback….

[@RichardASK]

@@TheMissendenFlyer You're welcome.

[@yonniboy1]

Great review Andy, the MT-10 was one of the four bikes I narrowed my search down to for a replacement for my 2020 Street Triple RS, the others were the BMW S1000R, KTM 890R and 2023 Street Triple RS, all four were tremendous bikes with totally different characteristics, the S1000R is a do it all bike with that Teutonic reliability and finish but without that adrenalin rush that the other three give you, the 890R is one of the most fun bikes money can buy of any capacity and although I know looks are 100% subjective I just couldn't get by the in your face design of the KTM, I loved the MT-10 and quite liked its new looks, the only slight problem I found was that after riding it straight after the RS or 890R both it and the BMW felt heavy, I know they're not but the KTM and Triumph are so light that they make anything feel overweight, one other problem I had with the MT-10 and S1000R had nothing to do with the bikes just me being a short arse at 5'7" but with a ridiculously short 29" in seam struggled to just tiptoe both bikes, you've no doubt guessed I went for the new Street Triple RS (in cosmic yellow) and absolutely love it, it's hard to believe that Triumph made such a step forward with the 2023 over the 2020 to 2022 model, not just in power but also in handling over what was already a great bike, the shortened gearing has made low and mid range acceleration so much more peppy, but ridiculous as it might sound what swung it for me was the new colour schemes after nearly a decade of drab colours, it's so refreshing to be greeted by a lovely cosmic yellow when I go out to ride the bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes colours can make all the difference can’t they…

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

Had a covid mt10, loved it. May revisit the bike again sometime. Nice bad weather review, ha. Cheers. 👍🤪🇨🇦

[@BibtheBoulder]

I've ridden a few old bikes in my time, but I don't usually admit it.

[@gmer16402]

Great bike, shame the tank is a bit small and the engine a bit thirsty

[@markbur1503]

The front end looks like a mix of ET, Johnny 5, and a Lotus insect. Great review, pounds for performace i doubt much can beat it overall.

[@pricklypunter]

Sorry Andy, I just couldn't live with that in the garage. Every time I would look at it I would be reaching for an old Honda headlight and a rattle can to dull down those wheels. I get that there's folk out there that love the bike and there's no arguing that it rides well, but it has been so badly let down in the style dept, that I think it will hurt sales and drive folks right into the arms of the Honda CB1000R 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My thoughts exactly….no need to apologise to me!

[@debenhamdave4314]

I have an owned a stock 2017 model for two years and love the bike, prefer the looks of my older model, de-cat after market can makes for a fantastic sound track. Cheers Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I far prefer the looks of the original model too….

[@mastercylinder1939]

Those wheels are teal, you don’t have to be of a certain disposition to ride that bike, but if you were, you’d love it.

[@rhl2macwan]

I don’t like the front end on any of the MT lineup either but the bikes are fantastic

[@paulcollins7185]

I think there isn't so many of them about on road because they are really thirsty bikes and, as you know, the bike is almost addictive in the satisfaction you feel when riding it and I don't mean stupid fast but, well just briskly in a road riding sense and very satisfying handling that it has. I had the use of one for a fair while and actually stopped riding it as a daily using machine in my routine, cos I always seemed to be filling it up! I spoke to a fair few riders of the machine who I met and they said a similar thing. Lovely, lovely bike with a kind of addictive satisfying sense when riding it, with a lovely soundtrack to! especially when being a bit brisk with it. Loved my time with it, didn't have one as my own though and I wouldn't. You are right about the looks as well, great review matey.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Paul - much appreciated!

[@marktaylor9633]

I bought sp version in September last year love it . But looks are a little quirky... My seat rattles as well . Keep the videos coming.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks, will do!

[@johnakyle5908]

I still like my 2017 model , tried a few other bikes since but not tempted to change so far . Handles great , fast enough to get past anything. But your right about the seat , I don’t go to the continent so am happy to avoid long motorway stretches and take A roads to avoid a numb bum.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sounds good to me! Thanks for watching and for stopping by John!

[@davidmatthews3093]

There’s no need to use motorways in Europe in fact it’s so much better to avoid them whenever possible.

[@tyrediron3269]

Morning Andy, the seat unfortunately fits like that on them all, my 2020 model is the same, even with the comfort seat. The heated grips are an optional extra from Yamaha, they are ok. Overall a cracking bike and a weapon in the right hands. Cheers for the review. 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure!

[@peterwillis4239]

Great video as usual. Thanks for that.👍 On the subject of zig-zag white lines near a pedestrian crossing, you are right you mustn't overtake the vehicle giving way to pedestrians crossing. Also you mustn't park on the zig-zag lines for obvious reasons. I'm not really surprised that you have had questions about what the zig-zag white lines are all about, going the the blatant overtaking and parking on them that takes place near us!! If your a driver you should know what they mean!! Ironically the Highway Code book has a section on pedestrian crossings with diagrams, but omits the white zig-zags from the Road Markings section! If you haven't taken it already, have you thought of taking the RoSPA Advanced Motorcycle Test? As you are obviously a competent rider with lots of experience on different bikes, it would be a perfect subject for a video, I for one would tune in. Thanks again. Pete

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Pete! Appreciate the feedback and suggestion…

[@cliveomahoney4096]

The front of the bike looks like a costive Dame Edna Everidge. The rest of it says: This bike can damage your health - so no problem there. Fabulous bike! Looks much better than the Streetfighter and won't bankrupt the buyer with extravagant service charges.

[@Gmac237]

RIP Dame Edna 🥲

[@fyorbane]

You need to test the Aprilia Tuono 1100 non factory. It is a fantastic bike which you can get for a similar price to the MT10. With that bike you get a useful half fairing with a screen that really deflects some of the wind, a dual seat with a grabrail which make it more practical for the road than the factory version. Try one Andy. I think you will like it a lot.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think I would!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Nice, honest review Andy, as always. Thank you. 👍😎🇦🇺

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No problem 👍

[@wayneh8767]

Agreed the face needs some work, it looks good from the side, kinda like the old VMax if you remember. Have a good day!

[@msims1250]

In general, I quite like the bike. The front end leaves a bit to be desired, but I could deal with it. What I don’t like really at all is that blue color, especially for the rims. The little splash of it on the tank I can get past, but those rims are not my cup of tea.

[@maybe5883]

My 22 is the all black version, which is perfect for me. I’m not a fan of the blue

[@garethtemple6242]

Another great review. Over the last few years, I've never really understood the purpose of supernakeds, and whilst I'm now starting to get their merits, this one fules my biggest gripe about a lot of these bikes. That it is, whilst in a lot of respects a great performing bike, absolutely pig ugly!

[@jimilmilm]

Did my training and 'big bike' test on this a couple of years ago. A very unthreatening machine, very forgiving for a new rider like me at the time 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow - quite a bike to learn on!

[@tomhan]

Brave choice for the test

[@5tevieb954]

They gave you 160 BHP bike 😂

[@jimilmilm]

@@5tevieb954 me on that and the instructor was on a GS

[@5tevieb954]

@@jimilmilm Cool motorcycle school

[@billcotton1551]

I like the looks of the Honda CB1000r a lot more , but Yamaha really knows how to build an engine.

[@UOO303T]

Always loved the look of the mt10 and its crazy fast

[@pimdiesel860]

Looks great!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You think?

[@pimdiesel860]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes!I love bugs too😉

[@garyhope0103]

Good review as we come to expect Mr Flyer. Not a bike for me, but I still enjoy the videos, as have been persuaded in the past to test similar. Like a few people, I think it's the looks, especially head on.

[@darrengibbons7588]

Seems that manufacturers are trying to re invent the headlight area . The Yamaha in my opinion is awful just put a proper led headlight on it . Suzuki and Honda are doing the same with their new 750 / 800 . The Mt10 beautifully well built however jury,s out on the paint scheme. Great review once again keep doing what you do . Good camera work .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Darren, appreciate that!

[@thecornishbiker9323]

Love the bike but cant forgive yamaha for giving it that face

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Such a shame isn’t it…..

[@wilcisco1159]

True

[@thecornishbiker9323]

I wonder if they will start doing a facelift transplant for the old ?

[@gonzacastro98]

Same with the MT 09, it is awful now

[@jonnycando]

They are on the ugly side but I might just ride one…

[@veeken777]

Lots of Bike Journalists own MT,s and value for performance offer better than competitors, I think I will add one to my collection when they are around 4grand for a decent bike Andy. Meanwhile I will enjoy😂the Ducati999s and Genesis87 this year. God bless mate.

[@davidlangley-corsham7002]

Hi Andy I have a 2018 SP version which I love riding. It is a marmite bike and in my opinion yamaha haven't shaved any of the ugly off the front end with the update and there is definitely something missing under the headlights, but when your in the saddle you can't see it anyway! I think all the MT10 saddles rattle around a bit, there are some cures on KZbin. I have the yamaha comfort seat on mine.the longest I have ridden is around 250 miles in a day with no problems, but you get plenty of breaks tho because of the lack of range I start looking for fuel at about 90 miles. Yamaha do have heated grips listed. I have oxford ones on mine with oxford hand guards that allow me to go out comfortably in the depths of winter. The side scoops remind me of a V Max. Great bikes if you have the opportunity to try one do it

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I have ridden both the VMax and the older mt10 Sp which I loved!

[@racecar1968]

This is my dream bike. Hope i could have one before i kick the bucket.

[@jaffamaddin]

Thanks for the reveiw Andy. It looks a fun bike to ride even though you couldn't try it out in those conditions. I really don't like the look of it though... .may be if I.was younger LOL from the bits I could hear it sounds awesome. It does appear to be good value compared to its competition. I think in general these bikes are less popular now as the UK biking population gets older...with less youngsters riding, it's a real shame. So that bike would be wasted on me now but as always I enjoy watching your reviews :-)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I tend to agree….

[@Yammi-wn3lm]

Planning on going for the SP model going to view it this Saturday 👌

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice….

[@SteveLawrance]

The face reminds me of a “Transformer”, from the movies, and I’m sure the motif on the tank is the emblem they use in the movies too…

[@darylwilliams1692]

The scoops do work - they are reworked from the R1 as the R1 has more forced induction via the fairing.

[@richardbyrnes8398]

Come on Yamaha, where's the XSR1000? That engine in a bike you can look at without burning your retinas. Yes please.

[@Bers3rk_tv]

@3:58 Oy! Bruce Willis! Nice Review non the less.

[@TheBoma1000]

im currently look at getting an MT-10 after riding a mt09 for almost two years that recently got written off, i love the coloured wheels but an absolute pain in the ass to clean after riding all winter

[@TheTypeRTheory]

Brilliant bikes these, although I significantly prefer the looks of the older model, 16-21 or whatever it was.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree

[@marksimpson5218]

Great review TMF I have the exact same bike. The handling is amazing with the R1 frame, yes it is a great bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Do you look back at it when you park it up?

[@marksimpson5218]

Funny enough I do, riding this bike puts a smile on your face. Motorcycle touring is what I love, but I have other bikes for that.

[@GazBromley]

I love my 2016 MT-10. It does everything like a hooligan without trying to kill me. Unlike my 97 Suzuki TL1000S, which is surprisingly quick and bloody terrifying. Be honest...what's the greatest bike you've ever ridden? For me probably my TLS just for the danger factor.

[@Themotograndpa]

Great bike Andy very under rated 👍 21:34

[@iainf6]

Fantastic package like you said Andy, enjoyed the video thank you 😊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure

[@Davidlouis3]

Love the bike flyer well done 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks 👍

[@lauriew2907]

The two scoops give the induction sound.

[@mikephillips3947]

Cracking video ,really enjoyed 😎😎👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to hear it! Thank you!

[@loddude5706]

Ah, a thoroughbred urban cow-pony, it's muscular build ideal for fishtailing power-slides past every chip-shop rodeo in town, a powerful & voracious hay-burner so firmly in the Dettori class of neddydom, it's very sweat reeks of practical lunacy . . . Want one : )

[@TheBucksBiker-lh2nm]

Brilliant video 📼😎! Quality review of a great bike…

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks! 👍

[@peterdane9138]

Muck sprayed all over the front as no proper mudguard . Pillion seat looks hopeless. Shaft drive would be nice. Apart from that it is fine!

[@virtualvortech]

Had a 2016 ‘original’ beast. Was a great ride and bike. I can tell from your review there definitely are some big differences. The original had ABC riding modes also, but B was weirdly the Brutal one. The upgrades on the master cylinder would be welcomed, the suspension is definitely a little bit more tweaked, it sounds more refined and quieter. In the old bike the quick shifter was not standard and was only “up” not down. I prefer the front end on the old bike, to me it was like “short circuit”. The electronics were a lot more basic (no 6 axis imu) - It will still be thirsty that’s for sure, so get used to Tesco!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@RichardASK]

Apparently they have either increased the gearbox sprocket by 1 tooth or reduced the rear rear sprocket by 1 tooth, presumably to improve mpg. My view is don't not buy one, because of reports of poor MPG, because lots of these reviews came from the US, where they have smaller gallons.

[@Fishing8136]

Like the vid.😎🇨🇦 nice to see the old home town!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@justmejohn773]

Zigzags mean no parking and do not overtake the lead vehicle. Set for pedestrian safety.

[@adamschannel8685]

Hope you can have a go on the mt09sp…. Amazing machine!

[@davidoram3423]

A lot is made of the supposed poor tank range, but in truth, ridden half way sensibly, you will get 140 to a full tank. I've toured Scotland on my 2020 model, in the company of GS and other big adventure bikes with no problems. Ok, so I was always the first to need fuel, but by then, (100 - 110 miles), they all wanted a break anyway! Half tank always comes up at about 82miles, and the reserve at about 110. I don't consider that bad for such a bike. Btw, the seat gives no problems on 300+ mile days.

[@davidmatthews3093]

140 miles? That’s not a good range, I’d want twice that.

[@jefflambert8603]

I dont Know many Sensible Riders With an MT10. I thought it was a Naughty Boys Bike ..

[@RichardASK]

@@davidmatthews3093 Then buy a car!

[@dougiequick1]

Something different on your bike my all black 2023 lacks is the green decals on the tanks air horn pieces....US spec is blacked out there with a gray decal where you got the green.? ..I might order those decals idk I did not want green wheels but I like the tank accent! Snazzy I think btw do you like the mirrors? I cnt see well they are too far in I think? Im gonna put bar end mirrors once I find a way to retain bar end WEIGHTS....most bar end mirrors replace the weight with aluminum! NG IMHO I found one company that reproduces the bar ends in heavy steel but they only do ONE as a mirror mount! EXPENSIVE too! I THINK (maybe) Fenir has a kit that LOOKS large enough to mount on OEM bar ends but I have not verified...it is on a youtube video

[@shadowred1980]

Conditions like that are a test of the tyres, looks like whichever this bike had fitted did a great job. I think the reason we don't see many MT10's out in the wild. It's price puts it in a very competitive part of the market.

[@davidmatthews3093]

That and the looks.

[@walterpont2882]

So the Ninja 1000sx seems a like a better bike. More torque for sure. Awesome wind protection and the faster you go the more its sits squat on the road. Yes i have one.

[@paradroid888]

"Hey kids it's Mr. Floor here". Another subtitle classic

[@ratsausage]

The earlier models look great. Not a fan of the current look MT-10 looks too soft and the large area of exposed frame looks unfinished. I sat one at a bike show last year and was pleased how well the controls and the footrests suited me so perhaps when my PCP ends on the DL1050XT next summer I might chop it in for an earlier model. Very interested in a TMF view on the engine sound as you have actually ridden one: does it sound like an inline 4 or a parallel twin or what? TIA for any view...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's more inline four sounding than parallel twin....

[@ratsausage]

Thanks! Somehow I know if I rode one I'd love it whatever.@@TheMissendenFlyer

[@RutgerSmets]

Having bought a 2023 MT-10SP, I can say I'm quite happy with it. Weirdly, the looks do start to grow on me, and it's simply a great and fun package to ride (till the next fuel stop, unfortunately haha). I'll toroughly enjoy it throughout my final young and wild years!

[@IronicIrony.]

Is it as bad on the fuel as the previous gen?

[@johnmartin7158]

@@IronicIrony. Yes, buts it’s a high performance bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Ride safe Rutger….

[@RutgerSmets]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I will, I wouldn't want to miss out on your videos due to crashing!

[@itnoked]

How are you liking it 9 months on? I’m thinking of trading my multistrada for one…I know I’ll be giving up some comfort and fuel range, but have you done any longer rides on it ?

[@RealHooksy]

I love your comment,”I can’t believe the traffic today “. Aren’t you recording this at Christmas time?🤦🏻‍♂️

[@888jackflash]

I'm very interested in an MT-10.. or possibly the Suzuki 1000GT. Thoughts on that? I already have an FJR13, and would be replacing a venerable, sport-modded Bandit 1200. Don't need the bags nor would I carry a pillion. MT-10 (probably the SP for me) be the choice?

[@philiplindley7384]

I quite like the colour scheme but agree with you about that front end. It's funny but when I was young the hairiest bikes were Kawasaki and most staid Honda with Yamaha above Suzuki in the middle and that fact still colours my judgment even today. Even though I doubt it's relevant now. That bum-catcher would prob. prevent me riding it though??

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Bum catcher??

[@123rtheo]

Hi Andy I had the MT09 the fit & finish compared to my Triumph was poor it was mat grey with the yellow wheels the paint on the wheels was wafer thin it was stolen & recovered twice so I got rid of it. 😮

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Oh dear!!

[@matt2wheels]

Great review! Was always intrigued by this bike. But I think the reason you don't see many of them are because of the reservations I also have: the looks are meh and the power is too much for what I need. And while it's cheaper than the fancy competition you mentioned, I think buyers that got this much cash would have a bit more too to fork out for something European. The MT07 and 09 I think represent much better value. And in this litre bike super naked category, value is less of a consideration for the target audience.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I agree on the looks, not for me I’m afraid…

[@kevinjones7732]

What's that blue jacket you're rocking? Looks good.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Segura Natcho - see my link to Bikerheadz below for details…

[@3kdn]

Great bike, but like the MT09 you really need to pay the extra for the SP and get the Gen-2 Ohlins semi-active suspension. (NIX30-SV forks and a TTX36-SV shock) At £16295 though, it puts it in a very competitive area. For looks and value for money the MT09 SP at £11k is the way to go.

[@RichardASK]

No comparison between the performance of the MT09 and MT10.

[@martinehulme8743]

Great sound, love this bike, too big for me...😁

[@mrpipspoppersv9093]

Hi, I had a 2017 Mt10 I loved the looks, but I had a few problems with it. I think the new MT10 looks just as good or better, I ended up trading my MT10 in for a new Suzuki gsxs1000gt. But now I wish I had gone for the new MT10. I like my Suzuki but I like the MT10 better.

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Great review, it looks like a great bike, despite the looks and agree with you on that score. I do wonder if it's worth the extra compared to the MT09 options if you are riding on the road as it would be difficult to exploit the performance. Also, there is a fair difference in price.

[@nicksokolis6343]

I am not even wondering if this is actually worth spending but if you are actually getting a lesser experience when you have to restrain yourself more. For me even if money was not an issue I would get an MT 09 SP (or the similar Ducati or Triumph) over this.

[@maybe5883]

Hmm, I try my best to get all I can from my MT 10, I understand if others are too timid or afraid to step up from the 09 🤣😂

[@tom5216]

I’ve ridden both the MT 09 and MT10. I own a 2020 MT10. The performance difference is huge. Both great bikes and the MT10 is much more of a handful but even more fun. The engine is phenomenal so you have to watch out for involuntary wheelies if you try a scoot past overtake in the lower gears. All that said I love mine, including it’s transformer face. Oh and unless you regularly wheelie up the main street in low gears forget the sub 30mpg nonsense. I get about 38 around town but when romping on on a longer run without being mental get up to 50mpg. The new bike is slightly higher geared so should do even better. The better electronics should keep it in check better too though I’ve never felt the need for much assistance.

[@jefflambert8603]

I like the Looks of the MT10 its all in the Eye of the Beholder..👀 Its the Tank Range that puts me off I Talked to an Owner at the Super Sausage...90 miles Fuel Light Flashing

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they do have a reputation for being a little thirsty!

[@marksimpson5218]

Jeff, they do like a drink but you should get 120-130 miles before the light starts flashing. But in return you get one of the best motors out there. I prefer it to my sons tuono v4

[@jefflambert8603]

@@marksimpson5218 oh yes ! Just a 19 litre Tank would make it just a bit more practical. A rider I spoke to told me they only got to 90 miles Before the Fuel Light was on They must have a heavy throttle Hand But Marvelous Engine

[@christianbullen1220]

I love it.albeit it does remind me abit of Jonny 5 short circuit

[@garrypepperman]

I have to say I’m not keen on the looks. Personally I like the Honda CB1000R more, which was your previous video and that wasn’t a first impressions video either. Love to know your thoughts and opinion between the two.

[@elarr8733]

I've always wondered about the zig zags. Thought it might be the party zone.

[@mividz9254]

I agree Andy the front end does not do it for me.. When you get manufacturers like the ital;s who put some really nice design into the naked bikes it makes you wonder why the japanese can't especially when the full faired bikes look nice.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed!

[@iamtherealzombie]

From what I've seen in other videos, the 2023 bike gets better fuel mileage? You might save enough in fuel costs to offset the cost of buying new vs used :) My friend has a 2017 and he's lucky to get 200km to a 17L tank of fuel, when I had my 2017 S1000R I was able to get over 300km to a same sized tank :) (for the record my considerably heavier Multistrada 1200 gets well over 300km to a 20L tank)