The Yamaha MT03 is the WORST BEST Beginner Bike - Here's Why!
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Honda CB300R, please grab one and compare with MT03 and Duke 390. Dave from Aus
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Well I'm a new rider and I grabbed the MT03 and I love it. I've never ridden before so this is all new to me.. I couldn't be happier though.
Do you see any annoyances at all so far?
Same no problems
Same
@@grumpysquid it can feel cramped up on long rides , it's smaller but not like some of the 300cc bikes. It's quick and looks amazing, at 70+mph with no windshield it gets very Winddy. That's about it man
Matt right on appreciate it!
I had a stroke reading the title for a second.
Lmao
Oh jeez. I was about to re-align my goals just like *that*
lmao
So Do You think This Is Good?
Or better than Ninja 400?
I purchased the MT03 in March. I've been riding since the mid 90s. I know I'm a smaller guy, 5'4", 140lbs, and the MT03 is perfect for me. Plenty of speed for my weight. I've owned bigger bikes but I really like how this one fits me perfectly instead of having to stretch to ride the bike. I've already upgraded the levers, shift lever, and a tail tidy. Losing a tooth on the front sprocket is probably what's next for me.
Do you think 5'8" also going to be a good fit for this bike?
Can you flat foot it?
@@tinapham202 I did indeed lower it a few months later. I bought the T-Rex lowering kit for the rear 1.5 inches. I lowered the triple tree on the front shocks about 1.25 inches. Yes I can absolutely flat foot it now.
@@650chewy May I have a link to where you bought the lowering kit? I’m 5’3 so I’m definitely not flat footing it without one hahaha
im 5"6 and weigh around 50kg and never ridden. is this bike better or is the r7 or mt07 better in your opinion? :)
4:05. HELLO - all riders aren't 6ft. Some of us are short. A low seat hight without having to buy a cruiser is a nice feature
This. I’m definitely vertically challenged
Agreed i’m not the tallest person around
Have had my MT-03 for almost a month now. Got used to it extremely quickly and its very fun to ride around on. I'm 5'9, love the way it fits. Have fun out there people!
@Dog King Just takes practice! Up to 700 miles on it in 3 months and its been a ton of fun. You get better each day which is always awesome. Although I'm already so used to it im ready to get a bigger bike next year
Can you flat foot it?
“ I don’t really fit on it “ next thing he sits on the bike perfectly LOL
Right, as well as not revealing his height. What does I don't really fit on it" suppose to mean to us, who do not know his height ?
Some people have a twisted perception of how big a bike should be i mean they call r6s small? I am like in what universe is an r6 considered small i know it's all relative but compared to these huge suvs most Americans are driving yeah these bikes are small
his legs look a bit too bent. not comfortable.
dude fits in perfectly
@@Christopher-jv2ec It means being overly self-conscious.
Just left the dealership, paid my deposit and waiting for the bike to arrive. It's going to be my first one, and I am really looking forward to it!
Hell ya man! I just picked up my bike from a deposit yesterday. I love that giddy feeling !!!
Congrats!!!!
Why not go for the 07? Honestly I don’t even understand the point of the 03 since the 07 is such an accessible amount of power to start with.
@@RaytheonNublinski yam has talked about this very thing in more than 1 video. The 1 with the loaner from yamaha. & 1 of the first for this giveaway
Josh thanks, will do.
This video although good, makes me think the yammie crew could benefit from the addition of a smaller sized rider, I'm sure some of the shorter riders and girls would appreciate it. Being the size you both nearly all the CONS mentioned on the size and compact seating position could be PROS to someone else, I can figure out things myself by now but remembering what it was like knowing nothing I just figured it was worth mentioning for some of the newer riders out there. Peace!✌🏼😀🏍
I agree yammie newb studios needs a guy (or gal) around 5' 0" all of you are close to 6' which gives a completely different perspective.
PS id be willing to move to the Austin area, just saying
Being 1,87m myself i was a bit cramped on the bike BUT its not that terrible and the rest of the bike is superb. In europe it would be a best seller commuter.
Yeah, I'm 5'6" and have enjoyed cruisers so far. I'm in the market for a cheap commuter bike, and I'm wondering if what feels cramped to them would be perfect for me. Cruiser bikes don't seem to have as friendly of controls for short guys so I am looking at more standard type bikes.
Yeah yammie is subjective to his opinions so what he says isn’t always right, just not right for him
I think most people that are shorter or smaller realize that's not a con for them, but yes, you could even say about power opinions. If you're 250 pounds, it will be slower than the 150 pound person on it.
I recently bought an mt03 and as a beginner bike I really like it. This is my very first bike & I feel that it’s perfect for me. I’m a younger rider, & 5’5. The seat height is great for me. At the MSF course they put me on a Suzuki tu250x & it felt a little tall for me, & this bike helps with that. I also really like the aggressive nature & tank style of the bike. It fits my knees perfectly. Overall I’ve already learned a lot on it & it’s a great bike for me. If there are any others who are on the shorter side & are younger people looking to get into riding I strongly recommend this bike. Good job on the video to everyone at the yammie noob group 👍
Hi mate, how much of your feet are you able to get down? I’m looking at this bike, but I’m only 164cm. Cheers
Im 5’3” and looking to get an MT03 hoping its a perfect match since im shorter than you lol
I'm average height for a male in the United states and have been riding for a year the mt-03 literally feels perfect to me, this is my second bike and I couldn't be happier with it.
Getting your weight off the seat and on to the pegs is a good tip for bumpy roads. I'm sure there are a million other tips like this for things you do without thinking that would make a good beginners video 👍
I am 30 now, it's been 10 years since I rode a motorcycle (07zx6r) and I purchased a Mt03 2 months ago. Perfect little bike to zip around town.
I'm 5'6" and can only put 3/4 of my foot down. I find the MT-03 comfortable and stable. And the lower weight helps me control while not quite flat footing.
Good to know i’m the same height
As a shorter beginner rider the seat height was a major factor when choosing my first bike. The MT-03 was the right choice for me, I think. I can easily flatfoot it. The bike is light - hence more forgiving. It's got enough power to feel comfortable in the city - and that's good enough for me, as I'm using it as a commuter bike. Don't forget about the headlight - it's pretty cool-looking. It's too early to say whether I'll keep the MT-03 for a long time or buy a bigger one. I'll just have to wait and see.
One more thing - the seating position on this baby is very upright. If you're an older rider with back problems and prefer something lighter and not as powerful as MT-07 - then this bike may be right for you too.
Are the headlights bright enough for night use?
@@grumpysquid more than bright enough
How tall are you?
Its funny, here in Colombia the mt03, R3, ninjas 250-400, ktm 390, drz 400, are the dreambikes for a lot of us lol.
Its a lot easier to buy if you live at usa or europe
This guys have others references... Think about they testing Yamaha Fazer 250, or Honda CB 300 hahahahahahahaha
I had a MT03, now a R3 and looking for another MT03 to rollback. Only thing I don't like is the feeling of the ABS, I'm gonna to disable it manually.
And here in Bangladesh u don't have road permit to ride a bike more than 150 ...
The Mt-03 is dope!
Bought one of these last weekend, as my first bike. I'm having a lot of fun learning on it!
That was perfect again Yammie NOOB, both of you, great education style of making life easier with the truthfulness of biking, especially for beginners.
Man, I’ve been saving money for MT03 for about a yr and a half now! Man but still I’m going to pick MT03, i love it. Prayers for me that i can reach the SRP here in ph!
Kudos on saving and not pulling out a loan for it!
I've put just over 400 miles on mine, I'm 5'9" and it runs fine. I bought it because it was the lowest priced bike there. It's a beautiful looking bike.
how is the screen during sunny days? invisible?
Love watchin papa yam in the morning
I bought this bike 2 years ago as my first bike (2016 version). I am 6ft1. Overall I love this bike. It is very approachable with very manageable power. I can personally say that if I had a stronger more torquey motorcycle as a begginner that I would have dropped it for sure. I love the fact that you have to rev it to 11.5k to get the most out of it, makes you feel like your on some mini moto-gp bike :)
I exclusively do short city rides (6-8km). The few times I went on longer journeys (40km) I noticed that the seat wasn't comfortable at all. Overall I would definitely recommend it!
I've got a 2016 mt03 I've had from new with the akro R3 go system on it, and Bridgestone s22r's.. definitely not a beginner rider, most of my time I'm on 600's-1000's but I got it as a commuter cheap as an ex demo and I gotta say it's bulletproof! At 6'1" on longer rides it kills my knees, but get rid of those shitty pilot streets and the thing can SERIOUSLY throw down in the corners, plus it's happy to just cruise at 85mph all day long! Plus you get the Yamaha reliability, something I don't really remember ktm's dukes being known for....
The seat height just sold this as my street bike
was looking at these when I got my bike, ended up going with the R3 and I love it.
Thanks for the video! I was looking at the MT-03 as my first bike. Just got my M1 this week and liked the style of this bike and the low seat height. Any chance you’ll make a video on the Honda CB300R? That one is on my list too! Looking forward to the next review.
I have been riding for 20 years & love commuting on the 2020 MT-03 // my previous was a 2019 Honda Grom SF that I tuned to 12.5 HP & that was fun around town, but not for highway riding! The MT-03 fits my frame at 5 ft 11 inches 164lbs just fine too & its gets great fuel economy & correspondingly excellent range per fill up // its perfectly balanced in stock configuration & fun to flog the R3 motor into the higher RPM - sounds amazing like a boosted lotus Elise or something // the exhaust sound from the factor intoxicatingly wonderful without being loud or obnoxious // I think Yamaha uses some of their instrument tuning skills to make the intake & exhaust of the MT03 sing a lovely sound // you can cruse without buzzing much at 55mph & it will spit out 85+ mpg // I get 78 mpg at 65 mph & about 58 mpg at 70 mph // 13 Honda PCX150 before the Grom. 04 GSX-R600 before that & 99 Honda 600F4 before that (first bike) // I really love the MT-03 overall more than anything in my previous collection!
You're not the first to say something about Yamaha and their sound. They make some fine sound devices, it just so happens some are self propelled.
As a woman who is 5’5 this is the perfect beginner motorcycle for me. I actually started to learn on a zero which was great cuz you would turn the power level down.. until you’re ready to yeet yourself into oblivion. That was a bit taller for me, I was nearly on my tip toes and even though it was faster than the MT09, I wanted to experience a gas motorcycle and really learn the craft before I get an actual liter bike!!! Highly recommend this one it’s perfect and more comfy than the z400. My gf is 6ft and fits very comfy on my MT03, so I think it’s really about body type not height.
I was thinking the same thing, i like speed at much as anyone else but sports bikes aren’t built for people (particularly women) my size. Also boobs make sports bikes more uncomfortable for longer periods of time. Im looking at the MT03 for my A2 bike (uk rider) because i think it will be perfect for me
You are just awesome man. Love your channel
Love the looks of it and the price is great !
After watching Sir Yammie for more than an year. I finally went from being a bikeless bro to a rider bro. I got a Yamaha fzs v3(it's only sold in India I think). It's a 150 cc but it's adequate by India's standards, although a turbo busa would've been the real deal ik (roads and traffic is horrendous) Riding is truly a liberating experience, I swear (to Lord Rossi )
You need to rob a bank to buy turbo busa in india 😂
@@sureshkrish5081 **laughs in poor**
Don't let yourself be trolled. You are a rider now. A big and fast machine may not be supported by your infrastructure anyway.
Fzs v3 is available in almost every country in Latin America. It is a great choice and more than adequate for daily conmute, really fun to ride and not that taxing on the body during peak hours.
Guys for the record the average height for a male in the USA and UK is 5 ft 9 ins. Smaller for females. You can`t reasonably criticise a 780mm seat height which will accommodate the majority of buyers.
These guys remind me of my dad who's like 500#. He got into his new side by side and can barely fit then says, "They Dont Make These To Fit Normal Guy". I just looked at him and shook my head.
@@CORYSart 😂
I’ve had mine a week and I love it. Being a shorter rider it’s perfect. I did drop it doing a u-turn at a dead stop but it just bent the gear lever and damaged the clutch lever a little bit. Bent it back and it’s good to go. Lesson learned to always counter balance and use the friction zone.
I would so love to have an adventure version. For my commute, it would be perfect. Or maybe just change the tires.....🤔
MT-03 would be great for a girl!!! We girls always struggle on the seat hight 😬😂
How short are you?
You can Also get the Mt 15 as part time ride but cheaper. . . . yet beautiful bike
That was my first thought as well.
You know what has a good seat size? a kitchen
That’s true But personally I would rather ride that KTM duke 390
I want one so bad I've been dreaming about it.
Thanks for the video and opinions. I get the impression the MT-03 would be a good city commuter bike. You don't need the power or torque of a 600, but it will perfectly manage the commute.
I have a 125 and was looking at this for my 2nd bike. I keep really looking for extra grunt on my humble YBR, would you think I’d enjoy this as a next step up?
doing research on getting my first bike. the mt-03 looks pretty sweet! then i noticed ya'll riding over the 360 bridge and realized you're in atx too! awesome! looking forward to more content!
same here man! First Bike Gang! Look's like the MT-03 is the best affordable bike my local dealer has. On the other hand there is a guy on FB marketplace selling his Honda Rebel 500 for 5,750 haha. Choices choices choices
@@vissla8084 haha nice man! hope you find something cool! im obsessed with ktm duke 390's now.. really want a 2017-2019 one, but there aren't that many around! a brand new 2021 duke 390 is like $6500.. but honestly i like the way older ones look a lot more. :p
@@chriswick21 Yeah I had a look at the KTM duke 390's too but their aesthetic just isn't it for me haha. ALL that orange! I've settled on the MT-O7. The mto3 def would be a great starter but I feel like I would outgrow it in 3 months. With a mid-size cc I can grow into it
I just love MT series!
Here in México its one the most expensive in the 300cc segment
I like the fact that it barely goes 100mph. I know myself and will probably go way too fast if it has the power, so if it comfortably goes near 80 anf uncomfortably passes that, its exactly what i want because i wont accidentally go way too fast
This is such an amazing bike on the track
I've done over 15000Km on my first real bike, a 2016 MT-03 and I can honestly say, what Yammie said @ 17:00, is absolutely true. A 125cc will never teach you about motorcycling as much as a slightly more expensive 300cc can so I, a person who is not a squid, vividly recommend you , an absolute noob, give the MT-03 a shot.
Note: I did Uber EATS with this bike and from over 800 deliveries not once has it failed me, not even in the worst rain you can imagine.
PS: Forget about long rides on it though, max I could do was 300Km and my back and knees were killing me.
EDIT: Max I pulled was 172Km/h (about 106mph) which is more than enough to leave the scooter bros for dead. It's funny cuz they always try!
In Germany we can Ride Bikes with 16years but its only a 125ccm, I think you can learn some Basic stuff on it pretty good. In 2 years I Made nearly 40k km on it
How the heck do you do Uber eats on a bike
Brandon Costner w those lil boxes on the back
@@gabrielruhl7681 For me its dangerous driving 125 ccm. Some of them doesn't even can go 90 km/h on flat. I mean seriously its dangeorous if u cant pass truck or barely can. Something about 50 horsepower is right for learning. With this power you can easily outdrive most of the cars (at least till 150 km/h) so u can go on a highway, weight is proper, u learn how to operate throttle in corners. With this power stil u dont go crazy for the wheelie.
But about driving on the roads i got knowledge from driving a car about 100k km first so almost nothing can surprise me on the road.
@@starydwumas7481 I don't know what type of 125's you've ridden but at least for us "euro boyz" as yammie would say, 125's easily reach more than 110 km/h (as far as 4-strokes), while the more extreme 2-strokes accelerate as fast as mt03's and some other bikes you can only ride with an a2 license.
I'm 6'3'' and I love this bike. I also have relatively short legs lol
Exactly. It’s all about your inseam.
Love the head lights
I’m 5 11 and it fits me perfectly. I also weigh between 140-150 lbs though.
I am looking to get a MT-03 once I have taken my Mod 1 & 2 (I am in the uk)… this video has been very informative - I am a female rider and a mere 5ft 5inches so the lower seat height is a definite 👍 for me!
Thanks for the detailed review!
I'm uk too male thinking about getting this bike I'm 46 and just passed cbt. Did you get it. How's the bike
I love Spites input on how comfortable or uncomfortable the ergonomics are for bigger riders. I’m a bigger guy too and it really helps to know which bikes I should look for when bringing ergos into the equation! Please talk about that more often!
I was debating between the mt-07 and the 2020 z650. I went with the z650, i just love that TFT display. It's a shame yahama hasnt updated their mt-07 line.
Big fan of the mt07 too be I think I'm in the same camp... just trying to decide between the z650 and the vulcan s now.
Better go for the z
I’d they filled that middle ground between the 03 and 07 they’d have a good share of the market. The 03 seems like a good younger person or tiny person bike while the 07 requires some experience. Give me a ~500cc MT05 and I’ll hold onto it for years
I felt that the z650 vibrated more also felt more cramped, felt its for smaller people, mt07 fit me perfectly. The 2021 facelift i like, a better display would be nice but its still better then previously. Bluetooth connectivity gimmicks i dont care about (unless you include gps turn by turn also as the trident did) anyway i pulldd the trigger and ordered a mt07 :)
@@jazbuh1794 damn they haven’t been able to sell the z650’s near me but the MT-07’s are no where to be found. I think I might have to settle for the Z, how do you like it.
Picking one up this week in Hawaii.. sold my Tw200 and this is a great look
New rider this is the bike i wanted got it second hand loving it. Got the 2020 colors i think they look the best still even in 2024
Looks good!
I bought mine in march. Never had a motorcycle before and its so much fun. Very happy with my purchase. Great price and I find myself staring at it in my driveway a lot. Its a great looking bike
They say "If you don't look back at your bike after getting off, you bought the wrong bike". Thus, you bought the right bike LOL
Charlie's ADV absolutely! 😁
I love small displacement bikes. Cheap or not. They are a blast to own. I want a mt03 to add to my bike collection
Hey. Are you planning to try RE continental gt 650 anytime soon? Would like to see your views on it.
Do the scoops do anything? They look cool as hell, but are they just for the looks?
Hey, what helmets are you guys wearing in this video?
I've heard that R3's are popular in US. A bit surprised that a naked version of it is considered so mild.
This review reminded me one french guy video where he rides CRF250M through Paris traffic and does it quite fast and agressive despite having a 21hp bike. A kind of a guy who will outrace you on a 50cc scooter coz he is crazy (guy in a video isn't newb tho). I think an agressive newbie will be safer on this supersmooth and controllable bike than on something like Duke 390.
PS and there lots of MT-03 in gymkhana videos from Japan.
PSS there is russian proberb: we drink vodka for smell coz we are already reckless enough when sober. Maybe this is a good first bike for me, who knows...
link to crf vid?
Where's the CRF video?
An idea for you to cover is tank decor. You have covered it a bit when you did Reddit but those were extream and weard ones. How about looking at and talking through everything like painted stripes across the tank or putting high visibility on your crashbars. There's also the area of repairing scratch s with out visiting the shop
as of right now i’m 17 and 5’6. This bike seems perfect for me haha
Ah yes, my daily dose of internet
my 5'6" ass better fit on this bike
My mother fits on hers and she is around 5,2
I m 5'11''. Feel and look confortable on It. Amazing bike for urban use, twisters and short trips. It deliveries everything you really need, even on highways, at legal speed. As we allways want more, I m targeting a MT 07 or a Z900 for next bike.
i got the er6-n and i god damn love it as my starter :)
Yo man, thanks for all your videos. Really helps. Just a question…? I’m a new rider. Never rode before. About to take the training course to get my license. Been doing a lot of research about what bike do I want as my 1st. I’m between the Yamaha MT 03 OR KTM Duke 390. Which would you recommend? Thank you. Did they fix problems with Duke 390 in 2022 model?
Don't overthink it, you'll love your first bike no matter what it is. Those are two great choices, personally I'd go for the mt for the reliability and availability of service, but it's more important that you pick the bike you're more comfortable actually riding.
Did you guys actually stay below 7000 RPM for the first 600 miles like it says in the owner manual?
MT03 is my dream bike,thanks for the review.
Cool review.. Wish i was lucky to have it😝😎✌
I’m liking this video almost exclusively for the bionicle reference lmao!
And the nice review
Hey, what should be the ideal seat height for 6feet tall guys,
Thank you
I guess the mt 03 is very awesome in the countries like where i am from. I really need the mt 03 . Love the mt series bike. 🙂🙂
You should do the Yamaha R3 vs Yamaha MT-03, that would be interesting
would love to see this. stuck between the two right now. i hear a lot of good about the r3 but not much about mt03. considering they’re quite similar i’d like to see the yammie comparison.
Thank you for this review! I'm a new(er) rider and thinking about selling my very first bike which is an '05 Kawasaki Vulcan (cruiser bike) and looking at this as my first sport bike!
i have mt03 2022 over a year and i love it!
I was thinking of getting this but I’m 6’3, what beginner bike can I fit on
Fzo 7 is like 600-700cc bike. Strange to compare that to this in terms of which one you are likely to keep for longer...
I’ve been riding for 32 years, buy now that I’m in my 50’s and had spine surgery, I’m getting this bike. Also, I’m only 5-6”, so I will be able to plant my feet on the ground. Thanks for the video guys!
Did you get the bike, are you enjoying it?
yeah wake up and answer god dammit!!!
What do y’all think about maxi scooters say the Yamaha xmax for reference ? I’m torn between something like that with loads of storage under seat or a sport bike I haven’t started riding yet but I’m decided that I want a bike just would like to know your thoughts
you guys should get an r3 and put the tst package in there and compare the difference w/ it stock
I really dig the Iron Man headlight on that
At 5ft 6 with short legs I get the balls of my feet down. I was looking originally at a BMW 310R originally and then went with this...
I'm currently deciding between these 2 bikes! Is the BMW taller? I'm 6' 2" and I already had a small bike, don't want to make that mistake again
@@martinvalle BMW is shorter
I want to move to USA just to ride my Dream bike ❤️😍😁🇳🇵
I’m so excited to buy an mt03 as my first bike soon🤞🏼
So the MT-03 is generally a better "beginner" naked bike than a z400?
damn.lmol i just got one..but its my first bike 😁still learning..yall so right..
i own an Mt03 and im 6"4 it hurts the knees on long rides but it super fun even on medium trips
You should also consider reliability and maintenance and if there is a place near by to do service. Yamaha dealerships are way more common than some of the other bike he’s comparing it to.
This bike is one of the bikes they had in my MSF course and it was great to learn on for a 5'5 woman. I couldn't quite flat foot it but it was still comfortable.
Do both your feet touch the ground? I'm 5"4 and I'm thinking about getting this bike
@@federicoviera13 I could touch the ground with both feet. The bike is very nimble and lightweight.
Awesome video; well explained. Never rode a motorcycle, but I am planning to get a course on how to ride one. Now I am thinking which bike I need as a beginner. I am 55 years old and I am a short guy. You guys nailed it!! I feel motivated on buying the "MT03". Thanks for the video.
This is just Yamaha’s version of the cb300r...which would be the best comparison video to make yammie
Cb 300r have slightly less than 300cc. Mt 03 have slightly more than 300cc and 10 more hp.
I have an MT03 - fantastic little bike, not a beginner but at only 5'5" perfect, fast enough great for the twisties :)
Not a beginner? So what is a begginer bike? A turbo busa? h2r? Lol
@@gorillamoto5329 Damn right it is a Grom+
Papa Yam would approve :)
What would the alternative be for a 6'3" beginner?
No issues
Papá yam why is NY excluded from the giveaway ? why have you forsaken us like that ? 😫
We talk about seat hight BUT you still have to throw your leg over the back seat which is much higher. The bikes of old were so much better in that way.
Excited to get mine next year after i save a lil more
did you get it or not yet?
Went and sat on a 390 duke and a mt03. Im 5'9. The mt 03 seat was both a better height and much more comfortable. Plus out the door over 1k cheaper. Its now im my garage.
Yes a duke may get better performance, but unless your a pro rider you may never see or need the extra performance.
Or if you're not a pro mechanic the duke may not see much past your garage. I wanted one untill I really started watching and reading impressions from owners putting real miles on them and they seem to have issues alot. Like for every 1 happy customer I found 10 with issues. It's a good bike if you have a ktm dealer near by and will trade before the warranty is over. Yamaha's will be run for a long time if you do your part on the maintenance.
@@CORYSart Yeah, once I read the electronics on the Duke 390 were made by bosch I was sold on the Yamaha MT-03 // lower price was a huge + & it felt more comfortable from an ergonomic perspective // I am a slender 5 ft 11in tall 164lb man // & commute highway on the MT-03 + the connecting back roads & absolutely love the MT-03! The intake & exhaust sound (even though I wear ear plugs & a full face helmet) sound absolutely amazing, especially when rolling on the the throttle & rowing through gear to get onto the on ramp to the highway // it feels like a boosted car that does 0-60 in under 6 seconds // plenty of performance without being dangerously powerful or fast. The 321cc motor ~20 cubic inches makes about 40 hp & 20 lb ft (rough numbers) -- feels great!
its like my dream bike and your just giving it away your so awesome guys 😊 sadly i cant join because im from Philippines
Love mine for daily commute.
i've ridden different bikes but never owned my own and i still consider myself a beginner. Im looking to buy my 1st bike and i really like the naked bike so i was gonna buy the MT03 but after watching ur video im worried about my height b/c im 6'1 and the fact that i've ridden before. So now im stuck with should i just grab the MT03 or go up to the MT07?