Yamaha MT-03

Yamaha MT-03

Manufacturer	Yamaha Motor Company
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

Engine	659.7 cc (40.3 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke SOHC single-cylinder
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)
Power	36 kW (48 hp) @ 6,000 rpm.
Torque	56 N⋅m (41 lb⋅ft) @ 5,250 rpm
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.

2016–2019

Assembly	Indonesia: Karawang, West Java (Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing)
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, which is now based on the YZF-R3 sport bike.

The MT-03 received an update in October 2019. This refresh marks the first MT-03 to be made available in the United States.

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.

• Manufacturer model information
• Yamaha-Motor.eu
• Yamaha MT-03 information on MCN website