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YAMAHA MT-01 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 6
First production year: 2004
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In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha MT-01 along with a special production version of the MT that featured upgraded Ohlins suspension, Pirelli Diablo Corsa tires, and a specific livery with Red, White, and Black topped by a red seat.

The Yamaha MT-01 motorcycle was the bike that started the "Torque Sports" revolution that opened a new world of sports with an alternative to the high rpm rush of modern bikes.

In the performance department, the model had at its core a high-performance powerplant that delivered massive amounts of torque and strong acceleration, with its large-diameter lightweight forged pistons that featured a dual spark plug system for great combustion efficiency and strong power delivery.

The 1,670cc four-stroke V-Twin air-cooled engine delivered an output power of 90 hp at 4,750 rpm and 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 3,750 rpm. With 240 kg (529 lbs) of dry weight and a five-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-place disc clutch, the bike registered a top speed of 208 kph (129 mph).

The two-one-two exhaust system featured a mix of stainless steel and titanium components with dual large-diameter mufflers that boosted torque and horsepower while delivering a throaty, rumbling V-Twin sound.

As for braking performance, the 2009 Yamaha MT-01 packed two 320 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 267 mm disc squeezed by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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YAMAHA MT-01 photo gallery

In 2008, Yamaha launched the MT-01, a muscle bike that debuted in 2005 and remained essentially unchanged over its production period. The bike was part of the MT series in Yamaha's range and powered by a Yamaha Warrior XV1700 modified engine.

The Yamaha MT-01 was presented at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show as a concept machine. Still, due to enormous interest from the public, the manufacturer developed a production model, which started its life in 2005.

For the MT-01, Yamaha offered three different tuning kits developed with Akaprovic, such as Stage 1, 2, and 3. Each Stage delivered performance increase from the standard form, including Stage 1 for street-legal riding and Stage 1 and 2 for track-use only.

The 2008 machine was fitted with standard features, such as a large headlight, an instrument panel-mounted above the headlight, a bulbous fuel tank, a dual exhaust system mounted under the seat, and lightweight four-spoke magnesium wheels.

In the suspension department, the bike packed a 43 mm fully-adjustable inverted telescopic fork on the front and a fully-adjustable piggyback-type shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking system was retained from previous models, including a single-piston caliper with a 267 mm disc on the rear wheel and four-piston calipers with two 320 mm discs mounted on the front wheel.

As for power, the 2008 Yamaha MT-01 took its muscles from a 1,670cc air-cooled V-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 90 hp at 4,750 rpm and 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) torque with a peak at 3,750 rpm.

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YAMAHA MT-01 SP (Canada) photo gallery

The Yamaha MT-01 was a muscle bike manufactured by Yamaha from 2005 to 2012, part of the MT series in Yamaha's range. The bike was powered by a Yamaha Warrior XV1700 engine, modified to suit the MT-01 machine.

In 2007, the Japanese maker released the Yamaha MT-01 Canada, a special treat reserved for the Canadian market only, bringing the same mind-blowing performance from a top-of-the-line cruiser engine with superbike technology, chassis, brakes, and suspension.

The 2007 motorcycle packed standard features, such as a large headlight, a bulbous fuel tank, a one-piece dual seat, an under-seat exhaust system, an instrument cluster mounted above the headlight, and lightweight four-spoke magnesium wheels.

In addition to its standard features, the 2007 Yamaha MT-01 Canada came with a two-tone paint scheme, accents stitching, and rim stripes, which added more styling to its already stylish appearance.

In the performance department, the bike packed the same 1,670cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine as previous models, delivering 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) torque with a peak at 3,750 rpm and 90 hp at 4,750 rpm.

The bike featured a lightweight aluminum die-cast downtube-type frame with excellent handling capabilities, offering a clear image without visible welds. It also packed a fully detachable subframe that offered easier access to the rear shock.

As for the stopping power, the 2007 Yamaha MT-01 SP Canada was fitted with four-piston calipers, two 320 mm discs on the front wheel, and a single-piston caliper with a 267 mm disc on the rear wheel, offering excellent braking performance.

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YAMAHA MT-01 photo gallery

The Yamaha MT-01 first appeared as a concept motorcycle at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show. Due to considerable public interest in the machine, Yamaha developed a production model first released in 2005.

It was a muscle bike manufactured from 2005 to 2012 and available in the Australian, New Zealand, European, Indian, Japanese, and parts of North American markets. The bike was powered by a Yamaha Warrior XV1700 modified engine but also driven and stopped by Yamaha R1 suspension and braking systems.

In 2006, Yamaha released the MT-01 in the same package as previous models, without any significant modifications. It was offered with three different tuning kits developed with Akaprovic, where Stage 1 was street legal and Stage 2 and 3 were only available for track use.

In 2009, Yamaha released a special production version of the MT-01 that packed Ohlins suspension, Pirelli Diablo Rosso tires, and a specific color scheme with red and white paint and a black and red seat.

The 2007 Yamaha MT-01 took its muscles from a 1,670cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine fed by a fuel injection system, delivering a power output of 90 hp at 4,750 rpm and 150 Nm ( 111 lb-ft) torque at 3,750 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was handled by a five-speed manual transmission and a final chain drive, pushing the bike to a top speed of 208 kph (129 mph).

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YAMAHA MT-01 photo gallery

In 2006, the Japanese maker launched the Yamaha MT-01, a muscle bike manufactured by Yamaha from 2005 to 2012. The bike was available in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Japan, India, and parts of North America.

The bike was initially unveiled at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show as a concept machine, but due to significant interest from the public, Yamaha developed a production version from 2005.

The bike was offered with three different tuning kits developed with Akaprovic, such as Stage 1, 2, and 3, where Stage 1 was street-legal, and Stage 2 and 3 were available only for track use.

The 2006 Yamaha MT-01 came with standard features right from the factory, including a large headlight, a single-piece dual seat, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine guard, and lightweight four-spoke magnesium wheels.

The bike was built on a newly designed aluminum sports frame with an R1-type aluminum subframe. On the front, the bike packed an inverted telescopic fork with 120 mm wheel travel, and on the rear, it packed a fully-adjustable shock absorber with 117 mm wheel travel.

As for braking performance, the machine was fitted with four-piston calipers, two 320 mm discs on the front wheel, and a single 267 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering strong stopping power.

The 2006 Yamaha MT-01 muscle bike took its power from a 1,670cc four-stroke V-twin air-cooled engine fed by a twin-bore fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 90 Hl at 4,750 rpm and 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) torque at 3,750 rpm.

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YAMAHA MT-01 photo gallery

The MT-01 was an MT series motorcycle made by Yamaha from 2005 to 2012, with a cruiser-style engine and a sportbike or naked bike-styled frame and suspension. The MT powerplant was derived from the Yamaha Warrior XV1700 and tuned to match its characteristics, while the suspension and brakes were derived from the Yamaha R1.

The bike was unveiled at the 1999 Tokyo Motor Show as a concept motorcycle, and the public showed much interest in the machine, which led the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer to develop a production model of the MT-01.

In the performance department, the bike packed a 1,670cc four-stroke V-Twin air-cooled engine with large-diameter lightweight forged pistons for high rpm performance and dual spark plug on each cylinder for efficient combustion and power delivery at all rpm.

As for the power figures, the 2005 Yamaha MT-01 delivered an output power of 90 hp with a peak at 4,750 rpm and 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) of torque available at 3,750 rpm. All that power was converted into motion by a five-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel through a chain drive that launched the bike to a top speed of 208 kph (129 mph).

In addition, the bike rolled on a set of four-spoke lightweight magnesium wheels, a one-piece leather seat with a flat profile that provided a comfortable seating position, a four-way adjustable clutch lever, and front brake lever, and a low maintenance sealed battery.

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