Yamaha·Roadster·321–660cc·A2 NATIF

MT-03

↘ Evolution history · 2006 → present
20
Years of production
4
Generations
321
current cc
48
Horsepower
20
Vintages

The MT gateway. Native A2 321cc twin on YZF-R3 DNA — nimble, accessible, reliable.

↓ Changes year by year
Gen 4 · 2025 — présent
FOURTH GENERATION — SLIPPER CLUTCH & CONNECTIVITY

2025 update: standard assist & slipper clutch, Y-Connect Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, USB-A charging port, redesigned LCD instrument cluster and slimmer seat. The MT-03 remains the most versatile natively A2-legal reference in its segment — still no traction control.

2026
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over. Mechanical specifications identical to 2025 model year
Minor
2025
CFrame
Standard assist & slipper clutch — reduces rear wheel chatter on downshifts and lightens clutch pull by approximately 20%
Medium
EElectronics
Y-Connect Bluetooth connectivity — smartphone data displayed on LCD instrument, integrated USB-A charging port on cockpit
Medium
AAesthetics
Redesigned LCD instrument with connectivity display, slimmer rider seat and restyled side covers improving foot reach, wider and thicker passenger seat, new tail section with redesigned LED taillight
Medium
Buyer radar
2025

Most complete MT-03 — slipper clutch, Y-Connect Bluetooth, USB-A. Best new purchase in the model's history

TOP BUY
2026

Identical to 2025 — top buy if buying new, still no traction control

TOP BUY
Gen 3 · 2020 — 2024
THIRD GENERATION — USD FORK & NEW LCD

2020 refresh: KYB Ø37mm upside-down fork replaces the conventional 41mm unit, richer LCD dashboard, LED taillight, redesigned split seat and exclusive MT exhaust. Same 321cc block, same ABS — no traction control. Gen 3 is the best used buy in the range.

2024
AAesthetics
Last year before the 2025 update — colours carried over
Minor
2023
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2022
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2021
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2020
MEngine
Euro 5 compliance — lightweight forged pistons, carburised con rods and DiASil aluminium cylinders incorporated into the 321cc block
Medium
CFrame
KYB Ø37mm upside-down fork (130mm travel) replaces conventional 41mm telescopic — revised rear shock absorber
Major
AAesthetics
Redesigned multi-function LCD dashboard, LED taillight, redesigned split seat, new MT exhaust line, restyled body panels
Major
Buyer radar
2022

Proven KYB USD fork, stable mechanicals, excellent used price — best value Gen 3

TOP BUY
2020

USD fork and richer LCD — clear improvement over Gen 2 for a small used premium

GOOD PICK
2023

Stable and reliable, but the 2025 with slipper clutch arrives on the used market — wait or negotiate

GOOD PICK
Gen 2 · 2016 — 2019
SECOND GENERATION — 321CC TWIN EURO 4

Complete break: in 2016 the MT-03 becomes a naked roadster based on the YZF-R3 — 321cc DOHC parallel twin, steel diamond frame, 41mm conventional fork and standard ABS. Natively A2-legal (42hp / 31kW < 35kW), it becomes the MT family's entry point. Launched at €4,799 in France.

2019
AAesthetics
Mid-generation facelift — redesigned body panels and styling details, new colours including Storm Fluo Yellow and Yamaha Blue
Medium
2018
SSafety
Yamaha recall campaigns: radiator hose rubbing against bodywork, front brake lever and gear selector to inspect or replace through authorised dealer network
Preventive recalls shared with YZF-R3 (common engine and cycle parts) — primarily affecting 2016-2017 model years
Medium
2017
AAesthetics
No notable change — carried over with new colours
Minor
2016
MEngine
Launch — 321cc DOHC 8-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin, 42hp at 10,750 rpm, 29.6 Nm at 9,000 rpm, 6-speed gearbox, Euro 4 — YZF-R3 based
Major
CFrame
Steel diamond-type frame, Ø41mm telescopic front fork (130mm travel), monoshock rear, 298mm front disc, 220mm rear disc, 168kg wet weight, 1,380mm wheelbase, 780mm seat height, 14L tank
Major
SSafety
Dual-channel ABS as standard — MT-03 is natively A2-legal (42hp / 31kW < 35kW threshold), no restriction required
Major
AAesthetics
MT design language — partial LED headlight, multi-function LCD dash (fuel gauge, gear indicator, shift light), 10-spoke alloy wheels — Midnight Black and Race Blu
Major
Buyer radar
2019

Best Gen 2 year — facelift done, 2018 recalls resolved, 3-year proven mechanicals

GOOD PICK
2017

Sound mechanicals, standard ABS, good used value — check recall history

GOOD PICK
2016

First year — lively and reliable engine, but subsequent recalls possible — check service book

OK
Gen 1 · 2006 — 2014
FIRST GENERATION — 660CC SINGLE

Launched in 2006, the original MT-03 used the 660cc SOHC liquid-cooled single from the XT660R (48hp, 56Nm). Urban supermotard with twin 298mm front discs, 5-speed gearbox, sold primarily in Europe and Australia. Robust but without ABS.

2014
AAesthetics
Last Gen 1 year — end of production for the 660cc model. No direct successor until 2016
Minor
2013
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2012
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2011
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2010
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2009
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2008
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2007
AAesthetics
No notable change — carried over with new colours
Minor
2006
MEngine
Launch — 660cc SOHC liquid-cooled single, 48hp at 6,000 rpm, 56 Nm at 5,250 rpm — engine derived from XT660R, 5-speed gearbox
Major
CFrame
Twin 298mm front discs with dual-piston calipers, 245mm rear disc, telescopic front fork, 1,420mm wheelbase, 805mm seat height, 15L tank
Major
AAesthetics
Supermotard design — multi-faceted headlight, wide handlebars, Midnight Black and Blazing Yellow at launch
Major
Buyer radar
2009

Broken-in XT660 engine, proven reliability, very accessible used value — no ABS, 5-speed gearbox

OK
2006

First year — solid engine but no ABS or 6-speed. Style dated quickly

OK