Source: MotorcyclistOnline.com
The Yamaha MT-03 returns to take on the concrete jungle for any sized rider. (Yamaha/)Yamaha’s entry-level MT-03 is an MT-styled derivative of the YZF-R3. It returns as an approachable, entertaining, and affordable naked bike for zipping around town or slaloming mountain roads.When we last ran the MT-03 on the dyno it sent 37.1 horsepower and 20.2 pound-feet of torque to the 17-inch rear wheel. (Yamaha/)The MT-03 is powered by the same 321cc liquid-cooled DOHC parallel twin as the R3, so the configuration is familiar to those who have cross-shopped the two street bikes: fuel injection, a 11.2:1 compression ratio, and oversquare piston dimensions. While the rider is busy putting the peppy 37-horsepower to work on roads, the engine will be sipping from its 3.7-gallon fuel tank. The claimed 56 mpg isn’t out of the question when the bike’s ridden under highway speeds at constant throttle.Related: 2020 Yamaha MT-03 Review MC CommuteMT-03 riders will have a manageable reach to the ground with the bike’s 30.7-inch seat height. (Yamaha/)An inverted 37mm KYB fork and shock contribute to the MT’s flickable handling since it first hit the stateside market in 2020. The fork continues to offer 5.1 inches of travel and there’s 4.9 inches of travel for the preload-adjustable shock.Related: Best Beginner Motorcycles 2023A wide, motocross-style handlebar gives the MT its relaxed ergonomics compared to the lower-slung clip-ons of the YZF-R3. Its chiseled tank leads down to a seat that’s approachable at 30.7 inches high (like the 321cc sportbike).There’s no mistaking this LED headlight cluster. It makes the MT-03 easily recognizable. (Yamaha/)A 298mm floating front disc brake and 220mm rear disc is responsible for bringing the MT to a halt. Standard front and rear anti-lock braking system (ABS) is something that safety-conscious riders will appreciate, especially when panic braking or low traction scenarios arise.Riders’ knees grip the MT-03’s sculpted 3.7-gallon fuel tank when leaning the bike around corners. (Yamaha/)The range of color choices remains the same as last year (visuals of all three are below the spec sheet). MSRP is $4,999, no matter the color.2023 Yamaha MT-03 Technical Specifications and Price
PRICE:
$4,999
ENGINE:
321cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl.
BORE x STROKE:
68.0 x 44.1mm
COMPRESSION RATIO:
11.2:1
FUEL DELIVERY:
Fuel injection
CLUTCH:
Wet multiplate clutch
TRANSMISSION/FINAL DRIVE:
6-speed/chain
FRAME:
Diamond-type tubular steel
FRONT SUSPENSION:
37mm KYB inverted telescopic fork; 5.1-in. travel
REAR SUSPENSION:
Monocross single shock, preload adjustable; 4.9-in. travel
FRONT BRAKE:
298mm hydraulic disc w/ ABS
REAR BRAKE:
220mm hydraulic disc w/ ABS
WHEELS, FRONT/REAR:
17 in. / 17 in.
TIRES, FRONT/REAR:
110/70-17 / 140/70-17
RAKE/TRAIL:
25.0°/3.7 in.
WHEELBASE:
54.3 in.
SEAT HEIGHT:
30.7 in.
FUEL CAPACITY:
3.7 gal.
CLAIMED WET WEIGHT:
373 lb.
WARRANTY:
1 year
AVAILABLE:
Now
CONTACT:
yamahamotorsports.com
The 2023 Yamaha MT-03 in Cyan Storm. (Yamaha/)The 2023 Yamaha MT-03 in Matte Stealth Black. (Yamaha/)The 2023 Yamaha MT-03 in Team Yamaha Blue. (Yamaha/)
