2024Yamaha MT-03

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The 2024 Yamaha MT-03 is an accessible middleweight sportbike designed for new and intermediate riders seeking nimble handling and modern styling. Its 321cc parallel-twin engine delivers responsive performance ideal for urban commuting and weekend riding, while the lightweight chassis ensures manageable everyday usability without sacrificing sport bike character.

Capacity: 321.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 168.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 42.0 HP (30.9 kW) @ 10750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering75%

City riding90%

Daily riding85%

Touring35%

Two-up50%

Track45%

Best for: Urban commuting and spirited backroad riding on a budget-friendly naked twin; a nimble, everyday A2-friendly street bike.
Built for: Friendly, playful and forgiving; the 321cc twin is smooth and eager without being intimidating, rewarding rider confidence.
Not ideal for: Not for highway tourers, two-up long-haul trips, or riders chasing big-bore horsepower and outright top speed.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Yamaha MT-03, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 321.0 ccm
Power: 42.0 HP (30.9 kW) @ 10750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 97 CO2 g/km
Torque: 29.6 Nm (3.0 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2500 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 68.0 x 44.1 mm
Compression: 11.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiplate wet

Performance

0-60 mph: 5.00 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 5.40 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1380 mm
Overall length: 2090 mm
Overall width: 754 mm
Overall height: 1069 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 168.0 kg
Wet weight: 169.2 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.00 litres
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Oil capacity: 2.40 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond
Front suspension: KYB inverted forks, Ø37.0 mm inner tube
Rear suspension: Single shock; 7-step preload adjustable
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 125 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 95 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 110/70-R17
Rear tyre: 140/70-R17

Other

Color options: Matte Stealth Black, Team Yamaha Blue, Cyan Storm
Warranty: 12

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2004	2009	2014	2019	2024
Capacity	660 cc	660 cc	660 cc	321 cc	321 cc
Dry weight	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	168 kg	168 kg
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	780 mm	780 mm
Fuel capacity	15 L	15 L	15 L	14 L	14 L