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Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
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Parent company | Yamaha Corporation |
Production | 2006–2014 2016–present |
Class | Standard |
The Yamaha MT-03 is a MT series single-cylinder, later parallel twin-cylinder naked motorcycle produced by Yamaha Motor Company since 2006–2014, and 2016–present. It is available worldwide.
2006–2014
[edit]Engine | 659.7 cc (40.3 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke SOHC single-cylinder |
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Bore / stroke | 100.0 mm × 84.0 mm (3.9 in × 3.3 in) |
Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
Top speed | 160 km/h (100 mph)[1] |
Power | 36 kW (48 hp) @ 6,000 rpm.[2] |
Torque | 56 N⋅m (41 lb⋅ft) @ 5,250 rpm[2] |
Transmission | 5-speed, wet clutch, multiple-disc |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Swingarm (link type) |
Brakes | Front: Dual 298 mm hydraulic discs Rear: Single 245 mm hydraulic disc |
Tires | Front: 120/70-17 Rear: 160/60-17 |
Rake, trail | 26°, 97 mm (3.8 in) |
Wheelbase | 1,420 mm (56 in) |
Dimensions | L: 2,070 mm (81 in) W: 860 mm (34 in) H: 1,115 mm (43.9 in) |
Seat height | 805 mm (31.7 in) |
Fuel capacity | 15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal) |
Oil capacity | 5 L (5.3 US qt) |
Turning radius | 2,225 mm (87.6 in) |
Related | Yamaha MT-01 |
The first version of the MT-03 was produced from 2006 to 2014. Its engine is derived from the XT660R.[1]
2016–2019
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Assembly | Indonesia: Karawang, West Java (Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing) |
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Engine | 320.3 cc (19.5 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC inline-twin |
Bore / stroke | 68.0 mm × 44.1 mm (2.7 in × 1.7 in) |
Compression ratio | 11.2:1 |
Power | 30.9 kW (41.4 hp) @ 10,750 rpm |
Torque | 29.6 N⋅m (21.8 lbf⋅ft) @ 9,000 rpm |
Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh |
Frame type | Steel diamond |
Suspension | Front: 41 mm Telescopic fork Rear: Swingarm |
Brakes | Front: Single 298 mm hydraulic disc Rear: Single 220 mm hydraulic disc |
Tires | Front: 110/70-17 Rear: 140/70-17 |
Rake, trail | 25°, 95 mm (3.7 in) |
Wheelbase | 1,380 mm (54 in) |
Dimensions | L: 2,090 mm (82 in) W: 745 mm (29.3 in) H: 1,035 mm (40.7 in) |
Seat height | 780 mm (31 in) |
Fuel capacity | 14 L (3.1 imp gal; 3.7 US gal) |
Oil capacity | 2.4 L (2.5 US qt) |
Related | Yamaha MT-25 Yamaha YZF-R3 |
In 2016, Yamaha reintroduced the MT-03,[3] which is now based on the YZF-R3 sport bike.[4]
The MT-03 received an update in October 2019. This refresh marks the first MT-03 to be made available in the United States.[5]
2020–2024
[edit]In 2019, Yamaha announced its new 2020 MT-03 edition. The new 2020 model now comes with differently tuned rear suspension and new upside down forks; an MT series exhaust; and an LED back-light. In addition to this, new items have been added to the multi-function panel making the upgraded dash more user-friendly. The bike also has a redesigned split seat. The model is expected to be available to purchase early 2020.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Yamaha MT-03 review". MCN. November 23, 2006. Retrieved 10 May 2014.
- ^ a b Ash, Kevin (December 5, 2005). "Correcting our Yamahowlers". The Telegraph. Archived from the original on May 29, 2010. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- ^ "YAMAHA MT-03 2018". www.bikebiz.com.au. Retrieved 2018-11-28.
- ^ Farrell, Steve (February 26, 2016). "First ride: Yamaha MT-03 review". Visor Down. Retrieved August 15, 2017.
- ^ "2020 Yamaha MT-03 First Look".
- ^ Sheriff, Saffron (2019-10-06). "A first look at the 2020 Yamaha MT-03". Rev and Go. Retrieved 2019-10-06.