My Yamaha MT10 SP first thoughts, mods // Autumn biking // Cheap fun | VLOG 

Try not to be rocked by the whole storm in the comments bs, your videos are great don’t waste time worrying about people who are desperate to tell you they’ve been offended life’s too short. I love the SP I can tell the speed is infectious! I just turned 50 and I feel like I might get one eventually. I got my licence in July, I don’t know why I am telling you this! I am growing into a gsx-8S and loving it and that’s nowhere near as quick as an mt10!

Oh yes link pipe and remap! Looking forward to seeing and hearing that! 😎👌

I watch your videos even when they're about a bike in which I have no interest, because they are entertaining . This is another amusing video. Keep them coming.

You’ve got the right idea, motorcycling above all else should be fun 😉. I’m lucky enough to have more than one bike, and am often asked why I have something as “impractical” as the SuperMoto stuffed in the garage 😳, always seems like a daft question to me…….because it’s fun 🤪!!!

Rodie ramblings are my favorite. Great looking bike

Good man Tim,,,, Another great vid,,,, I have a 2016 MT 10 and absolutely Love it,,,, Puts a smile on my face every time i ride it,,,, You are Keeping it real as always

I have Leo Vince and it’s very nice and loud enough. Straight through can be a little drone’y at times on mt10’s.

Congrats on the new bike! Regarding the standard end can after a decat (even the excellent Leo Vince decat pipe) - it's actually quite raspy and too loud I found as it has little silencing volume to knock off high frequencies or deadening material. If you go for a larger volume (longer and fatter) aftermarket end pipe, not only does it get rid of the rasp, they also come with a removable baffle that allows trips to Germany and quiet track days again, taking it down to stock-ish volume. Something like the Leo Vince Factory S, Scorpion full length or longer fatter Arrow pipes.

YES! Decat it. The sound will be even more glorious. You'll also probably get 145-150 to the wheel after the tune and decat.

Glad you're enjoying the new bike. By the way, you're awesome too 😎

another vote for the FZ1, but also the FJR. I rode a gen1 FZ1 for a decade and a gen2 for 3 years, I’d go gen 2 Fz1 over gen 1 by a small margin. if your buddy wants something a bit bigger, then the best used FJR you can find within his budget would be a great choice also.

Looking forward to your Summer tour videos with your Dad . I took my wife to the voges on a Ninja 1000 sx, after watching your Mini tour videos , visited the Linge museum near Munster superb trip Many thanks.

Man I love that bike. Great video and great discussion on it! You got a sub from me. Keep up the videos man!

You’re awesome. Forgot the car weirdos. 😉

Correct, 24 seconds in and i was sold, video over... oh hang on the rest was ok as well..:-)

I have the same jacket and i had an MT10sp and i’m called Tim, however I now own a Diavel V4 which you liked too. Small world and my boss is called Tim too.

Test rode one of these recently. Great bike--now I want one :)

Nail, has made full contact with the head! I’ve been on adv bikes for years, mainly cos, I can’t sit on sports bike’s anymore. I have been struggling to work out what is missing. It’s clearly the reason why we ride in the first place. So my speed triple 1050 RS, has filled that missing void. If only I could do big tours on it. Top work mate.👍🏻

My dream bike. I'm still riding my 2009FZ1 96 thousand miles going strong. Some day.

Interesting observation you made re SUVs and Adv bikes. I get where you are coming from, completely. "Goes OK for a...." Yep. I'm going back to bike with a 17 inch front as well.

Sounds great the mt10

An all round good video, nice to see you enjoying the bike. Spot on about autumn roads (so far) being better than summer, especially the summer we’ve had, where the idiots have clamoured for the limited warm, dry, days. Look forward to hearing about the bike with the link pipe on.

lol I did the almost exact opposite - Had a 2017 FZ-09 for 6 years, and recently got the 2022 KTM 1290. For me, having all the room and the features on the KTM - completely changed the game for me at least compared to my "old" FZ-09. I still have it, and love getting on it to rip around from time to time. The torque is simply amazing. The aftermarket availability is amazing, and Yamaha has been rock solid engine-wise for years. There are fit and finish items you're noticing however and that's just Yamaha. For me the bikes are as different as night and day, but I do understand "riding more" because it's streetable. For me however my ADV bike is my "go anywhere" bike. Not the case with the FZ-09 where I feel like I may fly off at any moment due to road surfaces etc. Glad you're liking it though man. I considered one for a time as well.

Your friend should get Honda VFR800, really underrated and 4k gets you Reay nice one

Another excellent video Tim. Always enjoyable even when you are covering something i m not going to buy, i might buy this second genMT10 mind. I had a first gen SP but can only probably stretch to the standard model this time around 😂

My mate had an MT10, fitted with a Delkavic 300mm S/S can (50mm exit).......... Awesome noise!! 😁👍

Suzuki Bandit 1200S, very comfortable do everything bike that still is pretty quick.

Totally agree with you on this I've just sold my gs1250 which I loved and ive just purchased a aprilla tuono factory 2019 its so focused but still comfortable , only problem I have is no where to put luggage but I think it's worth it , did I mention the sound oh my goodness stuff the luggage 😂

Summer knobheads 🤣🤣 I have to agree 🤣🤣

You’re awesome too, Tim …

I'm trying to make up my mind. One minute I want the mt10 sp and the next, I want the tracer 9gt plus.

FZ1’s (2007 and upwards) and even VFR 800’s can be picked up in decent shape for around 3000 quid. Excellent sport touring bikes with plenty of naughty character and fine handling, considering the weight and era of production. Used to own both. Going for the new MT 10 now. Funny thing is you really don’t even have to ride them fast (all the time) to have fun, because they sound good in all registers! My test ride was actually the closest thing ever to falling in love.

i had a choice to make beteween the MT-10 or the Rocket GT coming off kawasaki GTR 1400 for the last 4 years it was time for me to go cruiser mode again but with a little muscle, so i went and bought the Rocket with the intention to buy a MT-10 in a couple of years, thx for the review, and ride safe mate and yes im subcribing to your channel you give great reviews im just starting to look at all you videos.

Hey Tim, be careful with Vulcanet wipes, particularly on a Yamaha. I found that they had a tendency to scratch the paint work, because they end up moving the grit around and becoming a bit like sandpaper.

Sports tourer wise maybe: Kawasaki Z1000sx, VFR800, GSX-S 1000 but they all need an exhaust swap 😁😁

Owned a MT10SP for 6 years just sold, but decat go for Leovince as has a resonator and then akrapovic with baffle other wise your ears will bleed. Recommend Andy at Junction 33 in Galgate Lancashire he has done hundreds of MT10s and does a postal ecu service or custom Dyno one.

Aprilia SL1000 Falco. For runner or the Tuono. Bro of the RSV Mille. Can get Aprilia pannier set too. Read the motorbike reviews when it came out. Totally underrated. And hence cheap.

You naughty boy.

Jolly good old man 🤣

You can call me whatever you’d like, I love your vids 🎉

Yes, the indicators are a total menace. Half the new bikes in dealerships and bike meets have them hanging out. When will yamaha address this.

Tim, good to see you're loving the MT10 - it's such an awesome and IMO, underrated bike! How about a 2nd hand KTM 790R for your mate Matt? Great bike, a mate just got one for 4k. A lot of bike for the money, easy to get on with, good for a 1st timer but will be perfectly good enough to keep forever (though obvs, I doubt that would ever happen!  ). I really quite fancy a 790/890R as a second bike to keep some of the miles down on the MT10.... I'd steer away from any older Trumpets, TBH, reliability not very good (and the Sprint ST has terrible suspension, problems with Reg/Recs/stators and sprag clutches - I have a mate that had one and all of those issues (more than one in France  :( ) Totally agree about the current weather and autumn riding! Went out for the day last Sunday and couldn't beleilve the lack of bikes out there (which was ace!   ). Have taken tomorrow, Tues and Weds off just to ride, make the most of the current weather!!

Just be aware with vulcanet wipes, it's not designed as a complete wash, it's mostly for bug cleaning, just be aware of adding scratches to the paintwork....

For between £3500 to £4500 you can get a Suzuki Hayabusa, that's a no brainer 😅😅👍👍

Totally relate on your lust for THE SPORTY SPORT SPORT vs SUV Sport. There is a difference. Sport bikes and Super nakeds are where it's at for on road fun and excitement. RE the suspension - how is mode A3 on super bumpy shitty country roads? comfortable? do you get launched out of your seat still on fast bump absorptions? The MT10SP is on my shortlist for next bike and very curious as the roads around me are veeeerrrry inconsistent in quality and generally quite textured and bumpy. You're awesome too!

Definitely do the link pipe. I'd go straight through though rather than resonated, as the end can is already quite large. I did the end can and link pipe on my Tuono, as that's combined. On my s1000r I had to do the headers, as there's no mid section.

If he likes retro try the Honda CB1100RS has a great character IL4, best heard on a set of slip ons, a little heavy but a good tourer

Maybe a kawasaki zx12 for your friend. I did like mine back in the day.

Bad news on the “almost 40” thing. I recently purchased a 2020 MT with a full Akro system and remap to replace my since new ZX-14, and it’s my all time funnest & noisiest bike! And I’m 63😬…

Hey it’s super, and it’s naked….seems like a no brainer. Mine is black, new, and it’s also super. So there. My other bikes are jealous. It’s a win-win. 👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

Nakeds are the pinnacle of fun and practicality nowadays can’t see me changing from the naked class in a good while I came from a tiger 800 and have the same feelings as you can’t wait get out on the thing adv bikes are way to big to go for a hoon As for a bike for your mate fjr1300?

3-4 grand? Fz1 fazer i’d say

I’ve never rode a MT10 and thought it needed anymore power. It’s a great bike. It was between the MT10 or the KTM SDR. I. chose the KTM due to the current offers and the 4year warranty. However, MT10 is still on a wish list. I’ve never been into adventure bikes. I find them big and heavy, especially moving around the garage.

Etiquette question for my motorcycling friends…. When in the queue for Le Shuttle passport checks, do you sit in the queue, or go to the front and wedge your front wheel in? I waited ages last trip. Eventually I was just a few cars back, when a group of motorcyclists rode past, stopped a car moving forward and plonked six bikes in the queue at the front. It added a good 15mims to the wait. I wasn’t particularly happy, but am not sure if this is the norm, or taking the piss as I was inclined to think on that day. What do you think?

I’d be aware of Yamaha comfort seats , I got one for a tracer it was crap ..better to send it away for memory foam and medical gel upgrade ..I’d recommend Tom Hurley custom seats ..top job and not as expensive as you would image in fact prob less than Yamahas option

Glad your loving your new bike, question for you recon you can do decent touring on her? Cheers

They make them like that so it doesn't snap off if hit so that doesn't seem a bad thing lol.

Kevy-Js, wow, you are the new Shakespeare 😅

Matt - VFR?

i only ride nakeds and i was given an adventure bike as a loaner. i did not enjoy it at all

You're awesome too Tim! Although the bike is sexier, sorry.

…For touring? I still prefer to go, even on solo riding, on a nice big adventure bike, no chain maintenance, touring tyres, superior comfort. This MT-10 SP in a nice bike for the twisty rides. It’s a bike to have a lot of fun riding. It’s an adult rider’s toy! 👌🏻

Needs a tail tidy though haha

For Matt - zzr1400? Z1000sx? Would love a blackbird personally… Also, have you seen the MT-10 Lego set?!!

Is this more fun than a Ducati 950 S?

KTM 990smt ticks all boxes.

Triumph Daytona 675 SE

XSR900 🤔 💡

Nice bike, nice video, I use the limiter more than the cc, Mark is a male name, her parents took the piss, decat might be against laws or rules and I wouldn't make it public, don't let your friend buy a harley, and yes, social media can have that effect on people, some even end up with hurt feelings or worse.

For your friend: Yamaha FJR1300

How does this compare to the Tuono?

Have you considered getting MT09 SP??

A 2010 Kawasaki Z1000SX (10:36).

Not worried about running in RPM then?

How does it compare to your previous Hypermotard SP for fun factor ?

Stfu Tim, you make the best videos. Sometimes methinks maybe I should've gotten empty ten ass pee or something instead of multi v4 peepee which is great fun when pushed hard, but not all that exciting/engaging otherwise thanks to how dialed in it is + wind protection and body position. Tuono wasn't comfy enough; s1000xr was boring and characterless, too easy to ride, and had no sensation of speed; sf was too fast and too naked, also suffered from being too good and not really being all that much fun unless going too fast for the road; superduke was too naked and didn't like the engine, Evo also lacked feel from the suspension, rode nicely though.

You’re only 38?? 😮 Long paper round as a kid? 😂

Fz1

I'm a fair weather rider because I have a car. So why ride in rubbish weather. When I can be sheltered and warm in a car. No brainer for me

I hate autumn on the bike. Roads are in a bad condition in area's. Think you are getting better weather down south. I hear Yamaha OEM heated grips are a thing. Mate if you didn't decat it and tune it I'm un subbing. Cmon lol.

Don't get the Leo it looks awful.

Nice bike aside the tacked on afterthought brake fluid reservoir does my head in.