2012Yamaha MT-03

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The 2012 Yamaha MT-03 is an accessible naked bike designed for entry-level riders seeking nimble handling and manageable power. Its 660cc single-cylinder engine delivers smooth, linear performance ideal for learning fundamental riding skills. Known for its lightweight agility and affordable pricing, the MT-03 excels as an excellent stepping stone into the naked bike category.

Capacity: 660.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 175.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 47.3 HP (34.8 kW) @ 6250 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha MT-03

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Rear suspension	Swingarm	Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
Front brakes	Double disc	Double disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Hydraulic

Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

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 805mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Yamaha MT-03, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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: 660.0 ccm
Power: 47.3 HP (34.8 kW) @ 6250 RPM
Torque: 56.2 Nm (5.7 kgf-m) @ 5730 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2703 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 84.0 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiple disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1420 mm
Overall length: 2070 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 175.0 kg
Wet weight: 192.4 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres
Ground clearance: 200 mm
Oil capacity: 3.40 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tube truss diamond
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Linked monoshock with spring preload adjustment
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 97 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Hydraulic
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 160/60-17

Other

Color options: Black, white

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	2010	2012	2015	2021	2026
Capacity	660 cc	660 cc	660 cc	321 cc	321 cc	321 cc
Dry weight	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	—	168 kg	—
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	780 mm	780 mm	780 mm
Fuel capacity	15 L	15 L	15 L	14 L	14 L	14 L