2012
Yamaha MT-01 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 963448 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | MT-01 |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Alu CF-die cast, double cradle |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rake | 25.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swing arm (link suspension) |
| Reartyre | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Trail | 103 mm (4.1 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 97.0 x 113.0 mm (3.8 x 4.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc |
| Compression | 8.4:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 1670.00 ccm (101.90 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | EXUP exhaust and twin titanium mufflers |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Dry sump |
| Power | 90.00 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150.30 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.9 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Midnight black |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 246.0 kg (542.3 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 5.00 litres (0.33 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,105 mm (43.5 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,185 mm (86.0 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.3659 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 265.0 kg (584.2 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.