2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs HONDA CB1000R
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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 Tallest seat here
- HONDA CB1000R 83 cm Lowest 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 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R) up to 166 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (HONDA CB1000R) up to 112 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP).
- Weight spans 212 kg (HONDA CB1000R) to 214 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | YAMAHA MT-10 SP | HONDA CB1000R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | HONDA |
| Model | YAMAHA MT-10 SP | HONDA CB1000R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 166hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 112nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 214kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic dual disc brake, Ø 320 mm | 310mm double disc |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, Ø 220 mm | 256mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 83cm |
| 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 | Showa SFF-BP USD fork |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins® electronically controlled suspension, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 7 L/100km | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $16999 | $13000 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View HONDA 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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-5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
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2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs 2023 HONDA CB1000R: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 SP and 2023 HONDA CB1000R are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the MT-10 SP has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
MT-10 SP and CB1000R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
MT-10 SP has a modest listed power advantage (166 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
MT-10 SP has a modest listed torque advantage (112 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-10 SP has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 265 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
MT-10 SP and CB1000R have very similar listed weights (214 kg vs 212 kg). MT-10 SP and CB1000R have very similar seat heights (83.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and listed top speed, while displacement, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA MT-10 SP vs HONDA CB1000R?
YAMAHA MT-10 SP is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 265 km/h (165 mph) for HONDA CB1000R.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or HONDA CB1000R?
YAMAHA MT-10 SP has 166 hp compared with 145 hp on the HONDA CB1000R.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or HONDA CB1000R?
HONDA CB1000R is lighter at 212 kg vs 214 kg for YAMAHA MT-10 SP.
Which is better, YAMAHA MT-10 SP or HONDA CB1000R?
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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