2024 BMW M 1000 R vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-10
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW M 1000 R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 166 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-10) up to 210 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 R).
- Torque spans 112 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-10) up to 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 R).
- Weight spans 210 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 R) to 212 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-10).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 R | YAMAHA MT-10 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | YAMAHA |
| Model | BMW M 1000 R | YAMAHA MT-10 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 210hp | 166hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 210kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1-piston floating caliper | 220mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 190/55ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting DDC Dynamic Damping Control, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable | KYB® piggyback shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 300km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7.3 L/100km | 17 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $21695 | $14499 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, Pro riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1–3, Pit Lane Limiter, Launch Control, -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, Wheelie Control, Slide Control, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), shift assistant Pro, -Automatic Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro), TFT display with M start-up animation, LED headlights, rear light and turn indicators -Dynamic Damping Control (DDC), M battery, M forged wheels, Titanium rear silencer, M brake, M seat ,M brake and clutch lever -Handlebar end mirrors, Keyless Ride, Tyre pressure control (TPC), Heated grips, Cruise control |
-Full-Color 4.2-Inch TFT Display, Ride-By-Wire Throttle with APSG -Six-Axis IMU with Rider Aids, Quick Shift System (QSS) -Four-Mode Yamaha Ride Control (YRC), Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL) -Ride-By-Wire Throttle Now with APSG, Cruise Control System. |
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2024 BMW M 1000 R vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-10: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW M 1000 R and 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 are closely matched in weight and torque, while the M 1000 R has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
M 1000 R and MT-10 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 R has a clear listed power advantage (210 hp vs 166 hp).
Torque
M 1000 R and MT-10 have very similar listed torque (113 Nm vs 112 Nm).
Listed top speed
M 1000 R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (300 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
M 1000 R and MT-10 have very similar listed weights (210 kg vs 212 kg). M 1000 R and MT-10 have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and listed top speed, while displacement, torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 R vs YAMAHA MT-10?
BMW M 1000 R is listed at 300 km/h (186 mph) vs 280 km/h (174 mph) for YAMAHA MT-10.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 R or YAMAHA MT-10?
BMW M 1000 R has 210 hp compared with 166 hp on the YAMAHA MT-10.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 R or YAMAHA MT-10?
BMW M 1000 R is lighter at 210 kg vs 212 kg for YAMAHA MT-10.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 R or YAMAHA MT-10?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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