Yamaha MT 10 vs Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha MT 10stacks up against the Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MT 10Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650
Model year20261973
Price$14,999
Engine998 cc649 cc
Horsepower49 hp
Weight211 kg
Seat height835 mm
Fuel capacity17.0 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain4-speed
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscExpanding brake
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscExpanding brake
Tires120/70 ZR17 Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport™ S22 / 190/55 ZR17 Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport™ S223.25-19 / 4.00-18

Yamaha MT 10 vs Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MT 10 and the Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha MT 10 brings its published horsepower in a 211 kg package, while the Triumph T 120 R Bonneville 650 counters with 49 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: