HONDA CB1000R 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.
- HONDA CB1000R 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 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R) up to 166 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-10).
- Torque spans 104 Nm (HONDA CB1000R) up to 112 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-10).
- Weights are very close.
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | HONDA CB1000R | YAMAHA MT-10 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | YAMAHA |
| Model | HONDA CB1000R | YAMAHA MT-10 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 145hp | 166hp |
| Torque | 104nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 212kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | 310mm double disc | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | 256mm single disc | 220mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | 190/55ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa SFF-BP USD fork | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) | KYB® piggyback shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 265km/h | 280km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km | 17 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $13000 | $14499 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
-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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2023 HONDA CB1000R vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-10: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CB1000R and 2024 YAMAHA MT-10 are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the MT-10 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
CB1000R and MT-10 have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
MT-10 has a modest listed power advantage (166 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
MT-10 has a modest listed torque advantage (112 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-10 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
CB1000R and MT-10 have very similar listed weights (212 kg vs 212 kg). CB1000R and MT-10 have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83.5 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 HONDA CB1000R vs YAMAHA MT-10?
YAMAHA MT-10 is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 265 km/h (165 mph) for HONDA CB1000R.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB1000R or YAMAHA MT-10?
YAMAHA MT-10 has 166 hp compared with 145 hp on the HONDA CB1000R.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB1000R or YAMAHA MT-10?
Both weigh 212 kg in our database.
Which is better, HONDA CB1000R 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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