Yamaha MT 07 Review 2019 4k

Having ridden the MT 09 and the MT 10 I thought it was time to give the Yamaha MT 07 a test to complete Yamaha’s MT line up. A great bike suitable for a beginner while also delivering the thrills that an experienced rider is after.

What stands out first about the Yamaha MT 07 is the handling. The bike feels solid, well put together and confidence inspiring. I actually preferred the feel of the MT 07 over the MT 09. It’s hard to put my finger on precisely why, the bike just felt more complete. I understand this is probably a pretty rare view though so please try them and let me know what you think!

The MT 07 has decent toque from it’s 689CC engine. Gears were engaging and the throttle response felt natural to me. Top end speed didn’t feel like it would be particularly high though with the wind it’s not a bike you’re going to want to spend much time in the 80mph+ range.

The MT 07 Shines in the twisties. Easy to ride, goes where you want it with good acceleration delivering a smile to your face as you exit the bends.

Seating position is comfy though seat a little hard so worth upgrading. Being upright gives you a great view and no pains from my 2 hoursish. Other points to upgrade would be the exhaust. I found it too quiet.

The test ride was on the Ice Fluo colour scheme though also comes in black or blue.

Yamaha MT 07 Specs –

689CC
73.8BHP
68NM Torque
Seat height 805mm
Wet Weight 182kg
14Lt Fuel Tank

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Thank you for watching! Do you have a Yamaha MT 07? How did you find it? I would love to hear your views on it. Hitting the Like button and subscribing is massively appreciated as it really helps my channel grow.

Stay safe, and happy riding

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Tom

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[TommyBarnezTV]

I've included a couple of sections in the twisties where I talk less to give viewers the chance to 'experience the ride' a bit. Would be great to hear if you guys like this or not as not sure if can get boring?

[jaschlit]

Got mine in the spring, got the fender eliminator and integrated tail light. Two brothers exhaust and flashed the ecu. LED flush turn signals and took off rear rider pegs.

I disagree with the wind screen...it’s a naked bike keep it a naked bike. The wind isn’t that bad and I’m not going 70mph+ all the time, I really doubt the wind being deflected at your head will make it all that more enjoyable.

Definitely need an exhaust as it makes it sound like a bike and not a glorified moped.

Love my bike though.

[MotoGoato]

Nice review :) I've owned an MT07 for the last 14 months or so and pretty much agree with everything you say. Cracking bike for the money, the engine is the star of the show .. a tasty little mill with great character, it shoves out plenty of torque giving lots of low and mid range grunt .. runs out of puff a bit easy at the top end but keep it to more or less legal speeds and it's a good, fun bike to play about on. Negatives are the finish - yamarust is definitely an issue and the suspension is not great which can result in some pretty sketchy moments if you're on the boil down a bumpy road. Other than that it's a peach of a bike, nice machine for sure :)

[UKPAUSA]

My first bike here in the US since having not ridden for over 10 years in the UK. Absolutely love it. Have the fender eliminator, Puig screen and TST Industries LED turn signals on it already. Great bike, lots of low down torque.

[iniakpmarc]

Probably the best MT07 video I've seen. Thanks for that. Ride safe, mate.

[alangriff]

I've had mine for 13 weeks and love it. Normally used to riding two strokes of years ago but getting used to the four stroke now. I'm no speed freak or street racer so the suspension (as has been mentioned by some) being a little soft on braking isn't an issue. Brakes are ok too. I noticed you didn't get into 5th or top...not judging your riding ability...but I think this is where it performs....being able to stretch its legs. Getting 4.3 - 4.5 litres / 100 k. average. Totally happy with my MT-07.

[shadowbroker]

This thing is LOUD with a full Yoshimura exhaust. So pleased with this as my first bike.

[peterdove]

To my knowledge, in-line twin means the pistons run next to each other but are offset on the crank so reach tdc at different times, parallel twin mean they run next to each other but run together on the crank so they reach tdc at the same time

[boormoboormo]

“I’m 6 foot tall, I’ve got an inside leg measurement of 33 inches and I weigh about 90 kilos.” Dreamboat

[Jafmanz]

In a parallel twin where the the pistons move up and down simultaneously the crankshaft angle is 360 degrees, whereas the inline twin with alternately moving pistons the angle of crankshaft is 180 degrees. The main advantage of a 360° crankshaft (parallel twin) is, single carburetor can be used for both the cylinders, there is no need of separate ignition system for different cylinders. However one major disadvantage is the heavy Vibrations. The inline twins with 180 degrees crankshaft tends to cancel the vibrations by moving pistons in opposite directions but due to irregular igniting timings the firing pulses create additional vibrations. There must be two different fueling system for both the cylinders and separate ignition system must be used.

[Focuz_]

I don't know if I should get the mt 07 or the sv650 as a first bike (or even the mt 03). Any recommendations will be appreciated

[weemtbiker]

Agree with the exhaust mate, I still have standard, not unhappy with it but will be changing to get a bit more noise, filtering, like you said is easy on this and also for short riders this is great, I'm only 5' 3".

[alic]

I learnt on this bike! Loved it!! Great beginner bike and great review!! Thanks Tom 👍🏼

[karlosh]

The 4K video is excellent, new camera ? :)

"In line" and "parallel" twin.
There seems to be a lot of confusion around these terms.
Maybe just say "2 cylinders, side by side", but that's a mouthful !

It certainly is a lot of bike for the money.
If only I wasn't as obsessed with modern retro Triumph twins, I could've save a fortune !
I did consider the XSR700, the MT-07 has a bit of a "Transformer" look to me. Yes this is a personal preference.
Yamaha might sell me an XSR700 one day, or will bike 2 be a Street Triple ? Dunno ! (This Triumph obsession is expensive)

182 Kg fully wet sounds good, that'd be easish to push around.

LCD looks easy to read. Honda CB650R etc, please take note !

Stock exhaust sound, blame Euro 4 . Sigh :(
I did see some set of expensive "Jekyl and Hyde" after market pipes on an expensive Indian bike with an electric control on the baffles.
Now that would be nice, a switch to go LOUD ! Then when you get near home late at night, go quiet and keep the neighbours happy :)

14 litre tank is brilliant on a 125. Over a 300 mile range.
This bike according to Yamaha does 4.3litres/100KM or 65MPG so a theoretical range of 200 ish miles (325Km)
That sounds pretty good to me. (140 mile range on my Triumph. Sigh !)

Roadster position. Yeah, works for me. I don't want to have to see a chiropractor everytime I get off a bike.
Doubt if I'll ever buy a full on sports bike. I'm too old !

London bikes and keys. Almost makes a point of keyless ignition (assuming there's still a steering lock). I hadn't thought of that before.

re 13:28 . Pedal cyclist wishing they had internal combustion :) I don't miss being over taken by cars, vans and especially lorries and buses when on 2 wheels.

About it's competitors, yeah the Honda CB650R, I'd add the Suzuki SV650 and Kawasaki ER-6n and if you want retro twin looks the RE Interceptor is in a similar price bracket, but doesn't go as fast.

Before anyone says, I shouldn't have got the Triumph, no I don't regret it. I am a middle aged British bloke who heard too many Triumph stories from his Dad :)

One question, what was the suspension like ? Some have complained earlier MT-07s were a bit soft . (I don't have a clue, never ridden one)

[dannyracer]

The Mt 07 has a better digital screen than the mt09 a bit bigger and in the center .thanks from danny

[kf]

Ive currently got an MT125, had a test booked earlier this year but it was canceled😒 seems that the 07 is down a bit on spec tbh. Conventional forks, axial brake calipers, and other parts not up to the same spec as the 09 or 10. Even the 125 has radial brakes and upside down forks?

[joserc_]

I have a doubt. I just bought the MT-07 and the first few days I could not distinguish engine noise or anything, I got on and now. I'm a noob. The thing is that I have noticed that in neutral, while standing, an almost imperceptible sound is heard (you have to notice to notice) as if the clutch discs rub against each other when turning. When the clutch lever is pressed, the noise disappears and is heard again when released. I wanted to know if it is normal, as I said it is an almost minimal noise and the bike is going well, it has two weeks.

[Drew]

Right hand brake leaver is manufactured with a curve not bent from drop.

[sdewndr]

I done all my DAS stuff on an MT07, i felt it was a really decent bike - i wasnt brand new to riding i could already ride a motorbike but i felt for a total newb it would have been equally as nice for them to use. Currently have an FZR 600 (3he twin headlight model) an absolutely LOVE the thing.

[dalesharpy]

On my test ride the wheel came off the ground in second and third.... we immediately had a talk with each other about it’s spunky nature and potential engagements with law enforcement lol!

I like the MT10 because of the silky smoothie cross plane inline four.