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Tame the beast

Four years ago the original Yamaha MT-01 introduced 21st century bikers to a whole new big-torque riding experience. With its massive 1,670cc V-twin engine, aluminium sports chassis and unrivalled power pulses, this radical cult bike has created a new Torque Sports category.

For 2009 Yamaha have taken this unique and exciting concept one step further with the introduction of the outstanding new MT-01 SP। Equipped with state-of-the-art Ohlins front and rear suspension systems and Pirelli Diablo Rosso tyres, the high-specification SP model delivers enhanced handling and road holding qualities, allowing the rider to experience maximum enjoyment from the engine’s huge low-rpm torque delivery. And with its exclusive new red and white colour scheme, two-tone seat and gold wheels, the MT-01 SP feels special

MT-01 SP
Features	-
Massive 1,670 cc, 4-stroke, 48 degree V-Twin engine Aluminium sports chassis Massive low rpm torque output Sports bike handling qualities New Ohlins front and rear suspension New Pirelli Diablo Rosso tyres New exclusive red and white colour scheme New two-tone seat New gold coloured wheels New nano-film coating on the bare-metal finish exhausts New additional chrome-plated components
Engine	-
Engine type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, V-type 2-cylinder, 2-valves, OHV Displacement 1,670 cc Bore x stroke 97.0 x 113.0 mm Compression ratio 8.4 : 1 Maximum power 66.3 kW (90 PS) @ 4,750 rpm Maximum torque 150.3 Nm (15.3 kg-m) @ 3,750 rpm Lubrication system Dry sump Fuel System Electronic Fuel Injection Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc Ignition system TCI Starter system Electric Transmission system Constant mesh, 5-speed Final transmission Chain Primary ratio 71/48 1.479 Secundary ratio 39/17 2.294 Fuel tank capacity 15 L Oil tank capacity 5 L
Chassis	-
Chassis: Alu CF-die cast, double cradle Front suspension system Telescopic forks Front travel 120 mm Rear suspension system Swing arm (link suspension) Rear travel 117 mm Caster angle 25º Trail 103 mm Front brake Dual discs, Ø 310 mm Rear brake Single disc, Ø 267 mm Front tyre 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) Rear tyre 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Dimensions	-
Length 2,185 mm Width 800 mm Height 1,105 mm Seat height 825 mm Wheel base 1,525 mm Minimum ground clearance 145 mm Wet weight 265 kg