2026 Yamaha MT-10 SP

2026 Yamaha MT-10 SP – The Speed of Darkness

Experience total performance and enter the Dark Side. The 2026 Yamaha MT-10 SP stands at the absolute pinnacle of the Hyper Naked range. It is the highest specification Master of Torque ever created, stripping away unnecessary bodywork to focus pure attention on mechanical beauty, brutal crossplane power, and semi-active track-derived suspension.

Finished in the exclusive and highly sought-after Liquid Metal / Raven premium factory color scheme, this pristine, pre-owned naked superbike has only 5,300 miles on the odometer. Boasting a factory-polished aluminum swingarm, a color-matched lower fairing, and a state-of-the-art 6-axis electronics package, this machine is the ultimate street weapon.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications & Mechanical Metrics

R1-Derived Crossplane Engine & Powertrain

• Engine Type: 998cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder, DOHC; 16 valves

• Crankshaft Tech: Yamaha Crossplane Crankshaft (CP4) technology derived straight from the race-ready YZF-R1 superbike. The crossplane design nearly eliminates inertial engine torque, providing a direct, linear connection between the throttle and the rear wheel for maximum traction.

• Engine Design: Features high-strength, lightweight forged pistons and carburized fracture-split connecting rods moving through an extremely rigid, closed-deck cylinder block. Cylinders are slightly offset to reduce friction losses.

• Valve Actuation: Advanced rocker-arm valve actuation utilizes the lever ratio of each rocker arm to allow for larger valve lifts while using lower camshaft lobes and reduced spring pressure, boosting power and efficiency.

• Acoustic Amplifier Grilles: Designed with three differing-length intake ducts tuned to resonate harmoniously at varying engine speeds to create a unique intake roar. Sound is heightened further by Acoustic Amplifier Grilles positioned on the front left and right of the fuel tank, transmitting this tuned induction soundtrack directly to the rider.

• Fuel System: Fuel injection with Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) and optimized street-focused fuel maps.

• Cooling System: High-capacity curved radiator paired with a compact air-cooled oil cooler to ensure stable temperatures under extreme conditions. Simplified pipe and hose routing minimizes weight.

Drivetrain & Gearbox

• Transmission: 6-speed compact stacked transmission (crankshaft input and output shafts are stacked in a triangular layout to centralize mass and keep the engine shorter front-to-back).

• Quick Shift System (QSS): Advanced up-and-down Quick Shift System comes standard, enabling lightning-fast, clutchless shifting both up and down the gearbox with minimal chassis disruption.

• Clutch: Multiplate wet assist and slipper clutch, providing smoother, more confident downshifts when entering corners aggressively and a significantly lighter pull effort at the lever.

• Final Drive: Chain

Chassis, Suspension & Handling

• Frame: Deltabox aluminum frame derived from the YZF-R1 superbike, delivering a lightweight, highly responsive chassis built for agility. Uses the engine as a stressed member for optimal cornering performance.

• Swingarm: Premium, exclusive polished aluminum swingarm.

• Front Suspension: 43 mm Öhlins® electronically controlled, semi-active telescopic fork; fully adjustable. Employs next-generation spool valve damping for an incredible range of response | Travel: 4.7 in.

• Rear Suspension: Öhlins® electronically controlled, semi-active monoshock unit with automatic electronic preload, compression, and rebound adjustment | Travel: 4.7 in.

• Suspension Modes: 3 Semi-Active damping modes (A-1, A-2, A-3) that adjust continuously to real-time riding conditions, and 3 Manual setting modes (M-1, M-2, M-3) for precise electronic fine-tuning.

• Chassis Geometry: Caster angle (Rake): 24.0° | Trail: 4.0 in.

Brakes, Wheels & Contact Patch

• Front Brakes: Dual 320 mm hydraulic discs backed by Brake Control (BC) System lean-sensitive ABS and high-specification radial-mount 4-piston calipers with sintered brake pads.

• Rear Brakes: Single 220 mm hydraulic disc with ABS.

• Brake Lines: Fitted with premium Braided Steel Brake Lines as standard factory equipment, providing a high level of feel at the lever and exceptional resistance to fade under track conditions or extreme temperatures.

• Wheels: Lightweight 5-spoke aluminum wheels that minimize unsprung weight for nimble steering.

• Tires: Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22 radial tires (Front: 120/70ZR17 | Rear: Huge 190/55ZR17), engineered specifically for the MT-10 SP’s chassis dynamics.

Dimensions & Capacities

• Length: 82.7 in.

• Width: 31.5 in.

• Height: 45.9 in.

• Wheelbase: Ultra-compact 55.3 in.

• Seat Height: 32.9 in.

• Ground Clearance: 5.3 in. max

• Wet Weight: 472 lbs (includes all standard equipment, oil, coolant, and a full tank of fuel)

• Fuel Capacity: 4.5 gallons

• Fuel Economy: Estimated 36 mpg

Design & Premium Styling Features

• Exclusive SP Look: Stripped-down, aggressive styling highlighted by the Liquid Metal / Raven livery, a color-matched lower fairing, and exposed mechanical details that are ideal for mounting genuine Yamaha accessories.

• Full LED Lighting Package: Twin-eye mono-focus LED headlights and LED position lights situated above the nose assembly to minimize overhang. Separate high and low beam units project a powerful, even beam with soft edges. Compact LED turn signals and tail light complete the look.

• Cockpit Conveniences: Equipped with a standard 12V DC power outlet to recharge personal mobile devices or electronic accessories on the go.

Advanced Electronics Suite & Safety Systems

Driven by a state-of-the-art 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) featuring two sensors that continuously measure three-axis angular velocity and three-axis acceleration:

• Yamaha Ride Control (YRC): Offers 4 different selectable riding modes, simplifies adjustments by providing pre-set combinations for all rider aids to match your immediate ride preference.

• Lean-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS): Constantly monitors lean angle to modulate power when rear wheel slip is detected.

• Slide Control System (SCS): Extrapolated directly from MotoGP tech to adjust power delivery when a lateral rear-wheel slide is detected.

• Lift Control System (LIF): Advanced front-wheel wheelie control that maximizes forward acceleration without letting the front end lift uncontrollably.

• Engine Brake Management (EBM): Gives the rider control over the amount of electronic engine braking deceleration force.

• Brake Control (BC) System: Advanced lean-sensitive ABS adjusting brake pressure dynamically through corners.

• APSG Throttle Management: Accelerator Position Sensor Grip (APSG) works with the Ride-by-Wire system to mimic a traditional spring-and-gear throttle mechanical feel. Includes 4 Power Delivery Modes (PWR).

• Yamaha Variable Speed Limiter (YVSL): Allows the rider to set a dedicated top-speed limit for the bike to prevent unintentionally exceeding a selected speed.

• Cruise Control System: Powered by the YCC-T system and managed via the left handlebar switchgear to ease long-distance highway touring.

• Premium Infotainment Dashboard: 4.2-inch Full-Color TFT display with intuitive scrolling menu switch on the right handlebar and a quick-select mode switch on the left handlebar.

⚠️ The ultimate Master of Torque won’t stay parked long. Finding a pre-owned 2026 Yamaha MT-10 SP in immaculate condition with premium Öhlins semi-active suspension and braided lines is an incredible opportunity!