Yamaha MT-01 (2005-current)

I bought my 2009 MT-01 a couple of years ago from the dealer. She sat on the floor for over a year. I read the reviews and finally rode her - great bike. MT-01 has fantastic power down low and mid range. Higher up (170km/hr and up) performance is very good but not quite the same as the 5 valve 4 cyl bikes I've ridden. I'm in my late 30s and wanted to my bike to handle sporty and be able to pass traffic quickly with just a flick of the wrist at the same time looking very unique. This bike more than delivers! I get the whole KODO thing and it really is about the whole package - looks, feel, and performance. My back never hurts and the seat is very comfortable but I would hate to be a passenger on the pillon. I'm 5'6" tall and about 155 lbs and the bike feels great - short riders don't feel too intimidated as long as you have some riding experience. I'm on the balls of my feet but the bike is very balanced. Not everyone has this bike, especially in Canada, so if you can get a good deal on one it is definitely a keeper.

I have ridden many bikes from ZXR400's to Bandits to TL1000'S. The engine on this bike is absolutely awsome, so much torque, unique sound and pleanty fast enough. The quality of the parts considering it is a Jap bike is fantastic, the paint is thick, and the detail of the engine is superb. The seat is comfortable and the bike really handles, much better than the TL. It never fails to impress and you don't see many on the road. And did I mention the brakes... absolutely awsome. Go try one..

This is the bike that all riders should aspire to. Its everything that i have ever wanted. It is not just about the amazing looks, the muscle styling, the imposing engine, the incredible pipes and mufflers, nor is just about the superb build quality, nor the feel and noise of the 1700cc v-twin, nor the agile sports handling or stop on a dime brakes, its about how it makes you feel. Its a total experience of joy, of every sensation that you've ever had all rolled into one. Its like being groped under the dinner table by Angelina Jolie as your mum sits opposite you: Its a complete assault on the senses, a Kylie Monogue bitchslap while eating chillied lemons. Its completely different, completely original and unforgetable. Ingore the price or the fact that its not made in some hard to pronounce European city, this is the real deal, true exotica. Its power, panache, pose, and porn. Its the best bike that i've every owned, ridden or even seen. Disregard the 90 BHP quoted on the spec sheet, this rhino chargers at blistering pace and makes a mockery of trainspotters and anoraks alike. If you like to be centre of attention, experience a slight sense of massive superiority, and want to take the focus off the Ducati and Harley boys, then this is for you. This is the bike that James Bond keeps at home in the garage away from the camera crew. So don't leave this earth until you have at least ridden one. Afterall, if you are not religulous then this may be as spiritual as you will ever get.

I have owned a MT 01 for 2 years, had a test ride on a sports bike today. Thankfully i will be keeping the MT 01, the sports bike did not handle any better than the MT, and the acceleration was about the same, the Mt is a lot better ride though and still as me grinning like cheshire cat.

I have owned a MT 01 for 2 years, had a test ride on a sports bike today. Thankfully i will be keeping the MT 01, the sports bike did not handle any better than the MT, and the acceleration was about the same, the Mt is a lot better ride though and still as me grinning like cheshire cat.

This is a cross between a B-King and a cruiser, awesome sound with akrapovic pipes, well sorted chassis, very sharp brakes need some getting used to. Also weighs a fair bit, but it's hidden well a when you get on the move. Very comfy and you don't see many on the road. Excellent build quality and paintwork.

I bought a 3 year old MT two months ago. What a bike! It looks and sounds like nothing on earth. Every time I park up someone comes over for a look and a chat. It's comfortable, easy to ride and full of character. The ideal combination of jaw-dropping looks, air-cooled V-twin simplicity, and Japanese reliability.

I've had one for three weeks now. It's an incredible bike. It looks amazing, sounds amazing and is just so much damn fun to ride. The only problem I have with it is that the mirror stems are too short, my elbows take up most of the view.

No other word for it. Fun. I love it. I use ot for touring as well, a small screen and it's really quite comfy

who says this is a man's bike?? Come on ladies! I'm a female rider, age over 30 (ahem), 5ft 5" tall and the proud owner of a yamaha mt-01. Bike came with a pair of Akrapovic exhausts (beautiful), also removed baffles for even more sound and she sounds like thunder! Had my bike for 12 months and I love her she f-ing rocks, best damn bike I have had in 8 years of riding. Very easy to handle (even for a lady!!!). Commute every day, she's great round town and have done a few track days. Also been touring to france, germany, netherlands and doing 12 hour days in the saddle without any discomfort or numb botty, this bike is incredibly comfortable and luggage is no problem. My only complaints are the fuel range, I get about 90 miles before light comes on and the weight, she's a fair old beast to haul about off the stand--ouff, you will need your oats! on the move though she's as light as a light thing. Enjoy ladies. miss g with big nads.