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Super-agile, high-torque fun
The MT-03 has a light, compact, fuel-injected engine thats full of power for instant thrust, and a short-wheelbase with a focused centre of gravity that allows remarkable control and excellent traction on all kinds of roads. It is a bike that comes with Kodo as standard, the Japanese word for soulbeat - epitomised by the sound and pulse of the MT-03s big single in action. In the city, the radically styled MT-03 is one of the quickest and most rewarding ways to get from A to B. And out on twisty country lanes, this super-agile, hightorque bike can pack in more action per kilometre than just about any other machine.
660cc single-cylinder engine Super-agile handling High-torque output Muscular forward mass profile Beautiful styling
MT Series: bikes with soulbeat
Kodo is a Japanese noun that means pulse or soulbeat. It is not a simple concept to explain, but it is an easy thing to feel. Imagine the atmosphere created by the beat of Japanese big drums and youll begin to get the idea. Thats the kind of soulbeat that Yamahas engineers have built into the MT series, with engines designed to let you feel the rhythm of the power beneath, like a heartbeat rising and falling. The MT series exemplifies the spirit that has made Yamaha one of the worlds leading motorcycle manufacturers, and is one of the most significant developments in motorcycling in recent years.

Big single

Powering the new MT-03 is a high-torque, 660cc single-cylinder engine based closely on the highlyacclaimed XT660 powerplant. With its high levels of low to mid-range torque, this liquid-cooled engine has already established a strong reputation with XT660 owners, and is ideally suited as the base engine for the MT-03.

Up-swept muffler

The MT-03 is a uniquely styled motorcycle, as emphasised by the up-swept muffler. From the rear, the system looks like dual mufflers, but they are in fact connected, and each one is protected by a resin shield for passenger comfort. This stylish exhaust underlines the bikes solid MT heritage, and gives it a distinctive and attractive rear end.

Tubular steel frame

The MT-03s compact and minimalist frame is made from high-tensile steel tubing, and has been designed to give optimal rigidity for responsive handling and excellent rider feedback. This extremely strong design utilises the 660cc engine as a stressed member, for extra solidity.

Lateral rear suspension

The MT-03 has a lateral rear suspension, similar to the one first seen on the MT-01 concept bike. This design has the shock mounted almost horizontally on the right side of the bike, close to the engine. This makes the chassis slimmer around the mid-section and concentrates mass around the centre of gravity for better handling.

Five-spoke wheels

The MT-03 runs with newly-designed 5-spoke, 17 inch wheels, and their low weight ensures that the front and rear suspension work efficiently. At the front, a 120/70-17 tyre grips the road, while an extra-wide 160/60-17 rear tyre delivers high levels of traction for strong back wheel drive force.

Forward positioning

The MT-03 is designed to offer forward mass, where the rider sits closer to the handlebars than on conventional big singles for an idealised weight distribution and enhanced handling. This is accentuated by the supermoto-style forward riding position.

Engine

Engine type Displacement Bore x stroke Compression ratio Maximum Power Maximum Torque Lubrication system Carburettor Clutch Type Ignition system Starter system Transmission system Final transmission Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve 660cc 100,0 mm x 84,0 mm 10,0 : 1 kW (48PS) @ 6.250 rpm 56,2 Nm (5,73 kg-m) @ 5.500 rpm Dry sump Fuel Injection Wet, Multiple Disc TCI Electric Constant Mesh, 5-speed Chain

Chassis

Frame Front suspension system Front travel Caster Angle Trail Rear suspension system Rear Travel Front brake Rear brake Front tyre Rear tyre Steel tube truss diamond Telescopic forks 130 mm mm Swingarm 120 mm Hydraulic Twin, 298 mm Single Disc, 245 mm 120/70-17 160/60-17

Dimensions

Overall length Overall width Overall height Seat height Wheel base Minimum ground clearance Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank) Fuel tank capacity Oil tank capacity 2.070 mm 860 mm 1.115 mm 805 mm 1.420 mm 200 mm 192,4 kg 15 litres 3,4 litres

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