2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs 2024 BMW S 1000 XR
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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 YAMAHA MT-10 SP 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW S 1000 XR 84 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 SP) up to 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 112 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP) up to 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 214 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | YAMAHA MT-10 SP | BMW S 1000 XR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | BMW |
| Model | YAMAHA MT-10 SP | BMW S 1000 XR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 166hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 112nm. | 114nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 214kg | 227kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic dual disc brake, Ø 320 mm | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, Ø 220 mm | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17M/C (75W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm Öhlins® electronically controlled suspension, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins® electronically controlled suspension, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 7 L/100km | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $16999 | $17495 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Six-Axis IMU with Rider Aids, Four-Mode Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) -Advanced Quick Shift System (QSS), Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL) -4.2-Inch Full-Color TFT Display, Ride-By-Wire Throttle with APSG -Cruise Control System
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-Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations) -Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC) -Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment -Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call |
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2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs 2024 BMW S 1000 XR: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP and 2024 BMW S 1000 XR are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the MT-10 SP has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
MT-10 SP and S 1000 XR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
MT-10 SP and S 1000 XR have very similar peak power (166 hp vs 170 hp).
Torque
MT-10 SP and S 1000 XR have very similar listed torque (112 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-10 SP and S 1000 XR have very similar listed top speeds (280 km/h vs 280 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-10 SP has a modest listed weight advantage (214 kg vs 227 kg). MT-10 SP and S 1000 XR have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in weight, while displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs BMW S 1000 XR?
Both are listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or BMW S 1000 XR?
BMW S 1000 XR has 170 hp compared with 166 hp on the YAMAHA MT-10 SP.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or BMW S 1000 XR?
YAMAHA MT-10 SP is lighter at 214 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is better, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or BMW S 1000 XR?
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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