LEGO Technic 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP

Specifications
| Set number | 42159 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 |
| Piece count | 1,478 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Technic |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Technic set 42159 depicts the Yamaha MT-10 SP as a buildable motorcycle model.
Yamaha MT-10 SP 42159 sits within the LEGO Technic range of vehicle focused models. It represents a licensed Yamaha motorcycle, with the emphasis placed on the machine’s construction, profile and mechanical character rather than on a minifigure based scene.
This set is aimed at builders interested in motorcycles, display models and Technic construction. Within the Technic theme, it belongs with realistic vehicle subjects and is best understood as a collectable motorcycle model rather than a playset built around characters.
Inventory of set 42159
The inventory of set 42159 lists 1,478 pieces, spare parts excluded: 242 different lots (one shape in one color) for 187 part shapes. The box also contains 30 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 42159
Main color: black, making up 41% of the parts, followed by light bluish gray (17%) and blue (13%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 606 | 41% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 256 | 17% | |
| Blue | 193 | 13% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 107 | 7.2% | |
| Red | 107 | 7.2% | |
| Pearl Gold | 74 | 5% | |
| Yellow | 56 | 3.8% | |
| Reddish Brown | 15 | 1% | |
| Tan | 15 | 1% | |
| White | 13 | 0.9% | |
| Other colors (11) | 35 | 2.4% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technic Pins | 461 | 31% | |
| Technic Connectors | 301 | 20% | |
| Technic Beams | 219 | 15% | |
| Technic Axles | 168 | 11% | |
| Technic Special | 67 | 4.5% | |
| Technic Panels | 52 | 3.5% |
Most common parts in set 42159
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots 61332 | Black | 162 |
| Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 1 Center Slot 42924 | Blue | 110 |
| Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise 43093 | Blue | 75 |
| Technic Link, Reinforced, with Beveled Edge 14696 | Pearl Gold | 64 |
| Technic Axle 2 Notched 32062 | Red | 46 |
| Technic Axle 3 4519 | Yellow | 40 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 6536 | Black | 40 |
| Technic Axle 4 3705 | Black | 27 |
| Technic Axle Pin 3L with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and 1L Axle 11214 | Red | 26 |
| Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes 42003 | Dark Bluish Gray | 20 |
169 of the 187 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 42159
One part shape in set 42159 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. Counting colors, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 42159-1 10101061 |
Rebuilding set 42159 from another set
Share of the parts of set 42159 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42172 McLaren P1 | 65% | 3,893 | 2024 |
| 42143 Ferrari Daytona SP3 | 62% | 3,778 | 2022 |
| 42232 Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear Megacar | 61% | 4,104 | 2026 |
| 42130 BMW Motorrad M 1000 RR | 59% | 1,922 | 2022 |
| 42175 Volvo FMX Truck & EC230 Electric Excavator | 56% | 2,274 | 2024 |
Set 42172 McLaren P1 supplies 65% of them: enough to build a good part of the model before filling in the rest piece by piece.
Size of set 42159 within its line
With 1,478 pieces, set 42159 ranks #47 out of 443 Technic sets in our database, which have an average of 658 parts. Among the 518 sets released in 2023, it ranks #46. That is 2.2 times the average Technic set size.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP have?
LEGO set 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP has 1,478 pieces. It was released in 2023 as part of the Technic theme.
What year was LEGO set 42159 released?
Set 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP was released in 2023 and belongs to the Technic theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 42159?
LEGO set 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 42159?
The instructions for LEGO set 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 42159.
What is the main color of LEGO set 42159?
Black, with 606 out of 1,478 pieces, or 41%. Next come light bluish gray (17%) and blue (13%).
How many different parts does set 42159 contain?
Set 42159 has 242 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 187 part shapes. Most common part: Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots in black, with 162 copies.
Does LEGO set 42159 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 42159-1.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 42159?
Set 42172 McLaren P1, released in 2024: it supplies 65%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
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