// Generation · 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.

80
Buyer score / 100
4
Vintages
7
Changes
4
Overhauls
2
Updates
1
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
1 change
2016
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
C
FRAME
1 change
2016
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
A
AESTHETICS
3 changes
2016
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
2017
No notable change — carried over with new colours
Minor
2019
Mid-generation facelift — redesigned body panels and styling details, new colours including Storm Fluo Yellow and Yamaha Blue
Medium
S
SAFETY
2 changes
2016
Dual-channel ABS as standard — MT-03 is natively A2-legal (42hp / 31kW < 35kW threshold), no restriction required
Major
2018
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