Hey Papa Noob, I've been riding 23 years and still get excited every time i swing a leg over my MT-07! I've ridden all kinds of bikes from choppers to sports but this just does it for me. And saying fitting a full exhaust system to this changes the bike is a huge understatement, just last night i fitted a full Akrapovic to it and now its a whole nother monster. Praise be to lord Yam Amen
Thank you Liam! Im a massive car nut but edging closer to doing my bike licence and getting one of these for daily commuting with full DB killer exhaust. Your comments give me inspiration.
I used to have an FZ07, and if anyone is wondering, my ex was 5'2"and she was on her toes but other than backing it up had no problem with handling the bike at stops.
Nishant no turbo Busa for Yammie ..we need his page /channel ..🥴🤩turbo Busa could be an lethal weapon for Yammie ..not sure ..just don’t want the channel to go down ..yam is an endangered species 🤕🥴
@King Savage a n00b can lack skills or competence however new they are to riding. A new n00b rider is therefore both a rider that is new and lacks skills and competence.
I ride XSR 700 with this exhaust no DB Killers, the sound is C R A Z Y, it's the best exhaust for this bike period, even weirder he did not start it up... wtf.
@@richmcnab8925 I'd recommend test driving the MT-07 and MT-09; there is definitely a big drop in power going from a liter bike. I chose the -07 because I was looking for a better commuter with cheaper maintenance.
Little tip for any FZ/MT 07 owners if you like riding hard ask your mechanic for thicker oil in your front suspension ! It makes a big difference in the twisties ! Love the videos Yammie
I got mine with 13 miles 10 months ago, now at 2,456 and definitely agree with your opinions on it. They're made for around town but definitely lack a bit in the "sporty" riding category
My thoughts exactly the first time I mobbed around on one of these bikes. In some cases, it's funner to ride a "slow" bike fast, than a fast bike slow. Also, I think this is the perfect bike if you wanna learn dank woolies and you're getting bored on the Honda Grom. Wicked easy getting that front wheel up in the air, but not as gnarly/harsh as the fz09. Ride safe, bromano!
@Aaron Fuchs I learned wheelies on a honda grom. There's still an initial learning curve and you have to learn the basics: clutch up, throttle control, rear brake, body position. But it's easy in the sense that the bike is much lighter and smaller than the others. I went from the grom to a supermoto, and now I'm learning on a harley dyna (ugh, that thing is a beast). I'm still a relative noob when it comes to the wheelie game - only been at it about 5 months. I buy and sell on the side and picked up an fz07 a while back. I couldn't believe how easy it was to wheelie compared to your typical sport bike and even some of the other naked bikes out there (like the gsxs 750).
I love this bike. Had it for over a year, best purchase I've ever made. Ride it on the highway to commute to work every day, super comfortable at 75 mph. Can crank the throttle and hit 100 easily if you need to get around someone (it's a 4-lane highway so there's plenty of room in my case). Would def recommend as a starter bike for someone who's responsible and used to 2 wheels (I rode a lot of dirt bikes as a kid), or as an intermediate bike to someone with less experience on 2 wheels or with a manual transmission.
I love mine. You did a good job with the description. My primary use was to make short trips around town for which it is great. A good addition for tripping is a windshield (I got a big MRA and I can recommend it). Without windshield the pressure on my chest gets annoying beyond 100kph, the windshield shifts that feeling to 130kph. Being inexperienced as I was, I though I can put a few sliders around and take it to the track too. I went for a track course on a gokart track and the first rounds were great, but I was quickly disappointed. Not so much with the wobbly suspension -- looking at Schaaf channel here, I thought, well... it's just gonna be more challenging. The biggest problems were: I could not fit behind the bars in the right position and the engine breaking was too hard on MT-07. I ended up renting the Ninja 300 and it was much better fit, although still too small. It unlocked the learning process, especially since I could push the limit and low sided it a few times.
Beginner rider here. It was between the MT 07 or MT 09 for me. I knew I was going to have it for a long time so I was leaning heavy on the 09 but went against it in the end and got the 07. Completely happy with my choice! I love my 2018 MT07. Actually installed the Yoshi full exhaust on it a month ago and it's a completely different beast now. If you have any mods in mind, please let me know.
I have a 2018 MT07. I’ve been asked if it’s a Ducati as well lol. Coming from a GSXR 600 the MT07 flat out blew me away. I watched videos and many said that it was a good bike so I bought one and they couldn’t have been more right. YN hit the nail on the head, all the bike needs is a stiffer suspension and an exhaust and you’re golden. I love tossing my bike around town, but I also like it in the twisties. I have no issues keeping up with my friends with their 600 SS’ and I’m pretty sure they’re not taking it easy one me lol. My favorite part about the bike is the exhaust though. The MT07 sounds absolutely disgusting (in a good way). The thing just sounds so pissed off. I love my MT07, can’t wait to take it out when the weather breaks.
Bunnyshooter 223 SV650’s are cool. They look bad ass too. I would have gotten either of the three (Honda CB500F, Yamaha MT07, or Suzuki SV650). I chose the Yamaha because the dealer was selling it brand new for $6,500 and the exhaust lol. Get either one, just don’t get a car if you already have one my guy!
im loving mine aswell, i need to invest in a nice exhaust. i will say after riding an r3 i cant see the appeal of the hunched rocket position of the sports bikes except for maybe escaping wind on a brisk day (shit KILLS my wrists). im loving the 07's chill riding postion, torque and maneuverability. only gripe on this bike is the engine harmonics in 3 or 4'th gear aprx. 5000rpm, she'll vibrate your hands numb after a while lol xD but thats most bikes at some point i imagine.
I have a 2016 and love it.If I wanna have fun with less risk I ride my 2018 Grom.If I really wanna go for it I ride my 2019 MT10.But I think my FZ-07 is my favorite bike.
On my Fz-07, I added a national cycle touring windshield made for a harley, a windshield spoiler, a quad lock mounted on the windshield, a top case rack with metal plate, a large givi top case mounted a bit back on the metal plate, bungee cords, and an airhawk seat cushion. It's a very functional vehicle. Most people think of motorcycles as a recreational vehicle. For me, it's basic transportation.
The one thing I would do with the FZ/MT-07 if I were a Yamaha employee, would be to make a supersport version of it. I would keep the entire platform and engine, maybe slightly tweak it for higher top-end, give it a stiffer suspension, more focused seating position, and a full fairing set. Keep everything else the way it is. An entry level supersport like that would be incredible considering how light it is and how much potential the frame and engine has. I honestly don't know why there is not an R/07 already. I'd get one in a heartbeat.
@@bigbaux4721 To an extent, but still not really. The Ninja 650 is still quite comfort-oriented, is heavier, and not as poised as the MT-07. I am thinking something more in line with the Aprilia RS660 concept - just with slightly less power and not as track focused, for a lot cheaper cost.
It’s a beautiful machine! I hope I have a shot at it here soon. You do a great job at reviewing motorcycles, and all your content can be very informative and fun to watch and you always get me to laugh at your lil jokes. Been here from the start, keep up the growth you are a great person and have done great with this channel. Best wishes as you continue to expand your content.. thank you Yammi. Ps. Nice kicks
This is a great bike! I have a 2018 model 😍👍 and I think, it is the best choice, in this price class, you really get value for money! And I just love the sound of the 2 cylinder engine, I recommend the akrapovic titanium exhaust. Important to try different adjustment of the rear spring, it's very easy and takes only like 2 sek, but makes a big difference.
I own one its an incredible bike its sneaky fast stock. when you ride with a lot of people with different brands and types like I do you realize it's Better than bikes that sell for twice as much in many respects but very different feeling. I am a very experienced rider and have an intermediate road racing licence it's a dream on a tight road race track (a mile) and a handful for a super sport on that tight of a track where torque matters more than horsepower.The brakes will give up quickly and the suspension will too to a degree and it will never feel planted like a good super sport but that's because it feels more like a super motard bike than a street bike, it feels lighter and is just more fun than most bikes Same goes for a twisty mountain road and a mixed group of bikes beamers st's concours vstromes cruisers etc some of those bikes can almost keep up it just makes you grin the power is perfect and it will wheelie in the first three gears (stock) the stock computer is set for serious engine braking which is a dream on a mountain road as you can flow using just engine braking and throttle and mild front brake. That engine designer can ride. The forks have a touch to much compression and rebound damping which gives it a harsh feel the springs are a touch light for my 220 pounds but my front tire sticks very well unless you push it really hard which is not a good plan outside of a closed course. It takes some getting used too it feels almost like a super motard bike with street brakes.
Was perhaps my favorite bike I owned. I loved the light weight when I first bought it..I was laughing to my self when I left dealership thinking it felt like a 250 or 300 cc bike but with a ton of torque. I would love to see Yamaha make an FZ07 and FZ09 with upgraded suspension. Totally agree on the comfort, rode my buddies SV650 half faring model and I felt like I was cramped up like on a super sport. I am short at 5'6 and I could flat foot the bike in traffic. Other than the suspension my only other complaint was the small gas tank.
In a nutshell its a great "do it all" bike and its very very good value for your money. But it's definitely not a track weapon. I do own MT-07 and I 100% agree with everything that Yammie said.
I've got a 2017 that I picked up back in 9/18. I've put 3500 miles on it so far. I love the bike! It's light, flickable, has very good low end torque especially coming from an inline 600 (FZ6). I'm 5'6" and i'm up on the balls of my feet when standing still lol. The reviews that i've read so far are spot on with this bike! It's bone stock for now, other than the TST flashing brake light. I've been eyeing my aftermarket exhaust options.
I own one and i absolutely love it. Before this i had a cb sevenfifty, bigger and waaay heavier. So yeah especialy the light part you talked about feels good. And the torque, all that torque :3
The MT-10 is so much better suspension and stability wise for the more experienced riders. They have made improvements on the latest MT-07 MT-09 but they still could use some more tweeking.
I got one 2017 Blue, put a full Yoshi Carbon exhaust..... saying that exhaust changes the bike is an understatement - it transforms it into a completely different animal... its not a perfect bike but i love it, its my baby...
@@lralcantara I looked at the Matte raven black today and really like it. Looking at the 2018 white color with red accents tomorrow. Do you have this bike ? Might pull the trigger on this bike tomorrow, will be my first bike
I'm about to make the same upgrade ( R3 To MT-07). How different was the clutch and throttle? Never ridden anything bigger than the R3, so not sure what to expect.
It's a good beginner bike and for Europeans who have to begin with a 47,5hp. It's a good deal and for the price of it, you cannot have olhins suspension and that kind of expensive stuff. And I find that for a beginner bike it's really good, it sounds sooo good, it's good looking and reliable.
I rode mine around the US. California to Florida, then up to Maine, over to Washington, and back down to California. She handled everything I threw at it over the two months it took me. The only complaint I have for long rides was the short tank range.
Excellent review. I’ve had one for a year and everything he said is spot on. In fact, I’m selling mine due to its lack of handling in the twisties. Otherwise great motorcycle.
I'm shopping for a bike for the twisties. The MT-07 "looks" like a good one, so glad to see your post. I'm leaning towards the 790 Duke. What are you thinking of trying next?
I rode an F07 a while back. It was a hoot - I very much enjoyed it. My daily ride is an an FZ1 (Gen 1), I've been riding 40+ years. If I had an FZ07, I'd ride it often. Not first choice for a sporting pace ride with fast guys - FZ1 fits that bill - but the FZ07 is very, very good. And I like that red one.
Good review of the past FZ07 however when this was published its already replaced by the Mt07 which included upgraded suspension. MC magazines stated this finally made this bike what it is supposed to be. It would be a very interesting fact to include in this review. A Quick test ride from a shop bike to compare when you know what to look for would be Great info
Owner of an 2020 Mt07 here, i gotta say the rear suspension is completely adjustable so u can just trim it the way you like. The front is not adjustable, but from my riding experience it takes bumps and wobbly ground perfectly and doesnt wobble in twisties anymore.
I’m likiely commuting 100 miles daily 5-6 days a week on a freeway. I have 19,700 miles on my 2019 model. I want to see if I can get some 50-60k miles out of it before I replace it’s engine. Or get a new one. I think it’s a good bike. At 25k miles I’m taking apart the engine. I would highly recommend this bike. Downside to it is that the suspension is starting to wear. Clutch might need to be replaced soon. You can feel the miles but you’d likely squeeze those 50k miles. Oh and I’ve never taken this thing faster than 85 maybe 90 mph. Best of luck
No objections. 4 weeks ago I bought a 2018 mt 07 as my first bike. Never ridden before. I sat on it in the garage every day for about a week learning the feel of the weight and clutch. After that I practice for about another week in a no traffic area and slowly put myself out in traffic. It’s a great bike to learn on. Since it’s comfortable, you can practice for long periods of time all at once.
Jonathan Barronville quite frankly, anyone who is looking at one of these as their first bike has already made a decision. I have made myself apparent that I am new to this. I do not claim to be an expert. If he wants to take advice from someone who has only been on the bike for a month then it’s his decision. If he’s old enough to ride, he’s also old enough to make his own decisions on who to take advice from.
Bob Dole I bought new, there’s almost no point buying used because these bikes are inexpensive to begin with. My insurance is $45 a month through State Farm but I’ve been a driver for over a decade with nothing negative on my record.
I had a brand new 2015 fz 07 loved it put almost 16k miles on it...until this last September when I totaled it out in the mountain's. Now I own a 2017 Fz-09
They should bring back the gen 1 FZ1 from like 2001-2005, updated with FI and new style suspension. Keep everything else though, the R1 engine, tube steel frame, no cat in the exhaust, etc. Best bike ever.
Yea I feel the same way. For the MT-07 I think the Akra underbelly exhaust looks the best. It's so sleek and really fits well with the compact design of the bike (and sounds incredible)
Thanks for the depth of this review, gave me a good perspective I needed for this bike. I've had proly 20 bikes and I think this fits the bill as the perfect all round street bike :)
My FZ must have a fat boy spring in the rear. Do they make such a thing? Everyone reviews theses as soft suspension, but my rear is set full soft and still rocks my spine. I'm new and know nothing about these suspensions, I just ride the thing.
There's only limited adjustability and it really comes down to your weight and the roads you're riding. It'll also vary by tyres and tyre pressure, some tyres at the right pressure offer a significantly higher level of comfort. Really harsh, big bumps though will normally be felt on many of these machines with more basic suspension. Also take your weight through the 'pegs if you can see the big bumps coming up, that helps a lot.
it's really a very special bike, well differentiated and of course, the sales of this model already speak for itself, it is perhaps one of the most popular models of the last decades,.. because I think it, the 07 is a mixture of several concepts, .. a bit of a supermoto,... a ducateira ,... a yamaha dtr 125 r super altered ,. accelerator ,.. among other things ,.. where simplicity, together with a good and beautiful design, gave birth to the most beloved bike ever , especially younger people,.. when I go with my 07 ,. and I pass by a group of young people and they recognize it right away by the sound,... and then I start making gestures, asking to raise the wheel, or to speed up more,..lo,l lol kkkk, etc., it's really fun ,.. and above all it's an easy, accessible,.. and very pleasant motorcycle,.. and of course, very compact and light, agile,.. and very reliable!
Great Vid! Saw it and literally the first thing I did was to go and buy myself the GP duals for my 2014 FZ-07!! (had been thinking about getting them for a while) And the best thing: I don't even have a licence yet lol
I was gutted when I found that Europe's Tracer 700 wasn't coming to the US. For me the Versys 650 is just a little too small, the Tracer 900 is way too much bike for me & the BMWs are nice, but pricey. A Tracer 700 looks like a winner to me, so why Yamaha is stiffing the US I simply can't understand.
Nice! I’d love to have that bike, butt... let me just share a little bit of health information at you, just because I care. I am about 5’10” and 210 pounds. I have always considered myself athletic. Raced BMX AT AN EARLY age, mountain bikes when I was a little older four years of high school playing. Football, and wrestling. I feel I have always had a good diet, as I love vegetables more than animal based offerings... anyways, I never watched my blood pressure or smoked (at least not cigarettes. Don’t drink other than a bit of red wine. And as a side note, don’t do coke off of stripper’ backside (no matter how fun it sounds and, it really is) one night in November of 2017, after a night of debauchery, I kept falling down, and the last time I fell, I couldn’t get back up. Turns out, I has a stroke, and am now completely paralyzed on my left side. I can’t express how much it sucks ass. Speaking of which, I am fixing to have to go to the little cripple’s room which I’ll have to have assistance with (grioans). By the way, did I mention that being paralyzed suck ( it really does, don’t try it ). Take care., Bro’s, and never take life for granted ( it can all change in an instance). Love ya, Bro’s!
Bear this in mind when you're looking to buy an MT-07. It is not a super sport and shouldn't be compared to one. It isn't a cruisier nor a touring bike either and it shouldn't be compared to one. What it is more of is a hooligan type bike, a naked in the "standard" family of bikes. It is made for fun, not racing, not high speed nor is it made for touring. It's a great bike for riding in the city and on back roads. It is light weight, nimble and quick under 100 mph. it can do power wheelies in 1st and 2nd gear. Clutch ups in 3rd. It can get very good mpg. if you stay off the throttle, modded or not. It's essentially a bargain bike that has flaws but with that super nice engine it will quickly make you forget about those little flaws, at least while you're riding with your big grin. Test ride one and if it doesn't put a smile on your face you're an F'ing zombie and should be shot in the head. >>> My 2 cents worth.
Dude, this bike is amazing in the tight twisties once you do suspension upgrades! I’m have the ohlins street shock and nix cartridges up front, all sprung for my weight at 215. Its my first bike in a while and my first performance bike ever so I don’t have much to compare to. It would be interesting for you to get some sort of suspension work done and do an update video with feedback, comparing it to your old daytona in the twisties!
after riding a Zero S 11KW for 2 years now (yesyes electric ...) i am going to go for my license before the summer. the school i will go to uses these to teach students the ropes ... looking forward to play with it !!
Just one more summer, and I'll be able to buy this beauty with aftermarket exhaust ofcourse! First real roadbike :D Wish me luck! Is it fairly cheap to own? Not to much costs besides usual meintnence? :)
to each his own i guess,,I dislike this bike around town due to the twitchy throttle,,even though its been re flashed ,,IMO this bike rules in the twistys ,yes the suspension needs work but to say not enough juice ,,what kinda corners are you running into ?,,this bike has awesome torque 3rd and 4th gear,, its far from suffering .my brother as BMW k1200 ,,yeah he pulls out faster but im right back on his ass ,,,,on another note i just installed new rear tire the conti attack 2,, WOW!! what a difference it made .its a damm fun bike for a little two banger
This is my all around favorite bike for the $$ by far. Perhaps a better way is to purchase a used 600 cc supersport as I did, and modify it for a neutral ergo-position. I took a 600 cc R6 and raised the handlebars with a kit while shaving off 4 cm from the foam on the seat so as to achieve similar ergonomics as the MT 07 (FZ 07), yielding a similar feel yet with superior suspension and the rest. Fun fun fun with super-sport control and power, this may be a better option for those looking for great around-town riding as well as canyon cutting and track-day precision etc.. Can't go wrong either way. Older 600 cc supersports can be easily modified in this manner, so I'd advise any in the market to keep this idea in mind. Few do it, and that's a pity because the end result is a dream. My old R6 is a joy in most all contexts--mild mannered at low RPM yet a rabid beast at high RPM thanks to the inline 4. Food for thought. Best to all the riders as thoughtful as this fellow doing the above review. Squids and organ-donor-morons piss me off. Great analysis. Much appreciated.
“Ive owned an r3 and a fz09 and I feel like this bike is between those two” ....... yeah it pretty much is thanks yam.
Lol captain obvious that guy is
Hey Papa Noob, I've been riding 23 years and still get excited every time i swing a leg over my MT-07! I've ridden all kinds of bikes from choppers to sports but this just does it for me. And saying fitting a full exhaust system to this changes the bike is a huge understatement, just last night i fitted a full Akrapovic to it and now its a whole nother monster. Praise be to lord Yam Amen
I to enjoy my fz07. They are more than fast enough for the twisties
Did you go with the titanium?
Thank you Liam! Im a massive car nut but edging closer to doing my bike licence and getting one of these for daily commuting with full DB killer exhaust. Your comments give me inspiration.
I've been riding bikes since I was 16 that's 51 years now, getting ready for a MT 07, thanks for your input...
Do you feel this would be a good first bike for someone?
You need to upgrade that chair to a leather upholstered wing chair. And smoke a cigar.
:)
Aurini reference?
I used to have an FZ07, and if anyone is wondering, my ex was 5'2"and she was on her toes but other than backing it up had no problem with handling the bike at stops.
A 700cc naked bike from Yamaha, manufacturer of the most reliable motorcycles on the market for under $5000.
No brainer!
Where do find them for under 5k? All the ones I see are 5-7k.
Yeah where?
The next giveaway bike should 💯% be a turbo busa
Dank Memes And Broken Dreams Busa luv u long time!!
or it could also be a turbo busa..
Nishant no turbo Busa for Yammie ..we need his page /channel ..🥴🤩turbo Busa could be an lethal weapon for Yammie ..not sure ..just don’t want the channel to go down ..yam is an endangered species 🤕🥴
and you should award it to a new n00b rider!
@King Savage a n00b can lack skills or competence however new they are to riding. A new n00b rider is therefore both a rider that is new and lacks skills and competence.
The FZ-07 is a great bike. I have been riding mine for over 2 years and I am still happy with it!
D3V1LD0G Same here. Only dislike is the suspension. Definitely not the best for twisties.
You think it’s a great beginner bike I’m looking of getting into riding and this one is on my list, and the kawa z650
So what your saying is forget the FZ-07 for a beginner bike and go straight to the Turbo Busa!!! Busa bro!!!
THIS THING SOUNDS AMAZING OH MY GOD YOU HAVE TO HEAR IT.... Never turns it on... Lol wtf man
I ride XSR 700 with this exhaust no DB Killers, the sound is C R A Z Y, it's the best exhaust for this bike period, even weirder he did not start it up... wtf.
I went from a ZX-10R for years to a 2018 MT-07. No regrets, this bike is pure fun and comfort!
I'm thinking of selling my fireblade and getting one of these. I need fun without prison speeds
@@richmcnab8925 I'd recommend test driving the MT-07 and MT-09; there is definitely a big drop in power going from a liter bike. I chose the -07 because I was looking for a better commuter with cheaper maintenance.
Little tip for any FZ/MT 07 owners if you like riding hard ask your mechanic for thicker oil in your front suspension ! It makes a big difference in the twisties ! Love the videos Yammie
I would say the front end is the worst part about this bike.
Like how thick? I think stock is a 10w. Should I go 15w or 20w? I'm about 180 pounds.
Only different cartridges make a improvement.
Dave Moss says to cut something out of the front forks by 15mm and put in thicker 15-20W oil
I got mine with 13 miles 10 months ago, now at 2,456 and definitely agree with your opinions on it. They're made for around town but definitely lack a bit in the "sporty" riding category
Does the fun talking man come with the bicycle?
Axell Hernandez well arent you a tad bit dumb
@@FilipEric he aint got first gear
Lmao🤣
My thoughts exactly the first time I mobbed around on one of these bikes. In some cases, it's funner to ride a "slow" bike fast, than a fast bike slow. Also, I think this is the perfect bike if you wanna learn dank woolies and you're getting bored on the Honda Grom. Wicked easy getting that front wheel up in the air, but not as gnarly/harsh as the fz09. Ride safe, bromano!
@Aaron Fuchs I learned wheelies on a honda grom. There's still an initial learning curve and you have to learn the basics: clutch up, throttle control, rear brake, body position. But it's easy in the sense that the bike is much lighter and smaller than the others. I went from the grom to a supermoto, and now I'm learning on a harley dyna (ugh, that thing is a beast). I'm still a relative noob when it comes to the wheelie game - only been at it about 5 months. I buy and sell on the side and picked up an fz07 a while back. I couldn't believe how easy it was to wheelie compared to your typical sport bike and even some of the other naked bikes out there (like the gsxs 750).
"A good motorcyclist works with what they got,"
... me dragging the bars through the dirt on my KLX110.🤣
I love this bike. Had it for over a year, best purchase I've ever made. Ride it on the highway to commute to work every day, super comfortable at 75 mph. Can crank the throttle and hit 100 easily if you need to get around someone (it's a 4-lane highway so there's plenty of room in my case). Would def recommend as a starter bike for someone who's responsible and used to 2 wheels (I rode a lot of dirt bikes as a kid), or as an intermediate bike to someone with less experience on 2 wheels or with a manual transmission.
I love mine. You did a good job with the description. My primary use was to make short trips around town for which it is great. A good addition for tripping is a windshield (I got a big MRA and I can recommend it). Without windshield the pressure on my chest gets annoying beyond 100kph, the windshield shifts that feeling to 130kph.
Being inexperienced as I was, I though I can put a few sliders around and take it to the track too. I went for a track course on a gokart track and the first rounds were great, but I was quickly disappointed. Not so much with the wobbly suspension -- looking at Schaaf channel here, I thought, well... it's just gonna be more challenging. The biggest problems were: I could not fit behind the bars in the right position and the engine breaking was too hard on MT-07. I ended up renting the Ninja 300 and it was much better fit, although still too small. It unlocked the learning process, especially since I could push the limit and low sided it a few times.
Beginner rider here. It was between the MT 07 or MT 09 for me. I knew I was going to have it for a long time so I was leaning heavy on the 09 but went against it in the end and got the 07. Completely happy with my choice! I love my 2018 MT07. Actually installed the Yoshi full exhaust on it a month ago and it's a completely different beast now. If you have any mods in mind, please let me know.
I have a 2018 MT07. I’ve been asked if it’s a Ducati as well lol.
Coming from a GSXR 600 the MT07 flat out blew me away. I watched videos and many said that it was a good bike so I bought one and they couldn’t have been more right. YN hit the nail on the head, all the bike needs is a stiffer suspension and an exhaust and you’re golden. I love tossing my bike around town, but I also like it in the twisties. I have no issues keeping up with my friends with their 600 SS’ and I’m pretty sure they’re not taking it easy one me lol. My favorite part about the bike is the exhaust though. The MT07 sounds absolutely disgusting (in a good way). The thing just sounds so pissed off. I love my MT07, can’t wait to take it out when the weather breaks.
Bunnyshooter 223 SV650’s are cool. They look bad ass too. I would have gotten either of the three (Honda CB500F, Yamaha MT07, or Suzuki SV650). I chose the Yamaha because the dealer was selling it brand new for $6,500 and the exhaust lol.
Get either one, just don’t get a car if you already have one my guy!
im loving mine aswell, i need to invest in a nice exhaust. i will say after riding an r3 i cant see the appeal of the hunched rocket position of the sports bikes except for maybe escaping wind on a brisk day (shit KILLS my wrists). im loving the 07's chill riding postion, torque and maneuverability. only gripe on this bike is the engine harmonics in 3 or 4'th gear aprx. 5000rpm, she'll vibrate your hands numb after a while lol xD but thats most bikes at some point i imagine.
@Bunnyshooter 223 SVs good mate, treat It right and tinker with it and you can have a ttrack bike easy.
I have a 2016 and love it.If I wanna have fun with less risk I ride my 2018 Grom.If I really wanna go for it I ride my 2019 MT10.But I think my FZ-07 is my favorite bike.
On my Fz-07, I added a national cycle touring windshield made for a harley, a windshield spoiler, a quad lock mounted on the windshield, a top case rack with metal plate, a large givi top case mounted a bit back on the metal plate, bungee cords, and an airhawk seat cushion. It's a very functional vehicle. Most people think of motorcycles as a recreational vehicle. For me, it's basic transportation.
The one thing I would do with the FZ/MT-07 if I were a Yamaha employee, would be to make a supersport version of it. I would keep the entire platform and engine, maybe slightly tweak it for higher top-end, give it a stiffer suspension, more focused seating position, and a full fairing set. Keep everything else the way it is. An entry level supersport like that would be incredible considering how light it is and how much potential the frame and engine has. I honestly don't know why there is not an R/07 already. I'd get one in a heartbeat.
Daniel Kemnitz basically a ninja 650 rival? Could work.
@@bigbaux4721 To an extent, but still not really. The Ninja 650 is still quite comfort-oriented, is heavier, and not as poised as the MT-07. I am thinking something more in line with the Aprilia RS660 concept - just with slightly less power and not as track focused, for a lot cheaper cost.
There a kit you can buy to make it FZ07R but it's only for track, there's no road legal version yet
@@anthonysilvestri4946 lmao thanks for the correction bro! wouldn't want a mistake like that to be caught by the grammar nazis out there :D
Well this aged nicely
It’s a beautiful machine! I hope I have a shot at it here soon. You do a great job at reviewing motorcycles, and all your content can be very informative and fun to watch and you always get me to laugh at your lil jokes. Been here from the start, keep up the growth you are a great person and have done great with this channel. Best wishes as you continue to expand your content.. thank you Yammi.
Ps. Nice kicks
You won't get the bike bud. You can just stop now.
Papa yam looks a lot smaller than the FZ07 when he sits
I never realized how big the fz was until I saw papa yam sitting next to it
This is a great bike! I have a 2018 model 😍👍 and I think, it is the best choice, in this price class, you really get value for money! And I just love the sound of the 2 cylinder engine, I recommend the akrapovic titanium exhaust. Important to try different adjustment of the rear spring, it's very easy and takes only like 2 sek, but makes a big difference.
Stig Jensen I also have the 2018 👍🏽 I love the bike.
What hes ment abour sounds it makes? So if i put exoust it will sound more silent? Or it rip my ear drums?
I've decided, this is the bike I want for a first street bike.
I did too and I ended up getting one a year ago. Did you buy yours?
@@PleeseCallMeDan
Nope.. sadly, i did not end up getting a bike. Still want one though, hahah
I own one its an incredible bike its sneaky fast stock. when you ride with a lot of people with different brands and types like I do you realize it's
Better than bikes that sell for twice as much in many respects but very different feeling. I am a very experienced rider and have an intermediate road racing licence it's a dream on a tight road race track (a mile) and a handful for a super sport on that tight of a track where torque matters more than horsepower.The brakes will give up quickly and the suspension will too to a degree and it will never feel planted like a good super sport but that's because it feels more like a super motard bike than a street bike, it feels lighter and is just more fun than most bikes
Same goes for a twisty mountain road and a mixed group of bikes beamers st's concours vstromes cruisers etc some of those bikes can almost keep up it just makes you grin the power is perfect and it will wheelie in the first three gears (stock) the stock computer is set for serious engine braking which is a dream on a mountain road as you can flow using just engine braking and throttle and mild front brake. That engine designer can ride.
The forks have a touch to much compression and rebound damping which gives it a harsh feel the springs are a touch light for my
220 pounds but my front tire sticks very well unless you push it really hard which is not a good plan outside of a closed course. It takes some getting used too it feels almost like a super motard bike with street brakes.
Was perhaps my favorite bike I owned. I loved the light weight when I first bought it..I was laughing to my self when I left dealership thinking it felt like a 250 or 300 cc bike but with a ton of torque. I would love to see Yamaha make an FZ07 and FZ09 with upgraded suspension. Totally agree on the comfort, rode my buddies SV650 half faring model and I felt like I was cramped up like on a super sport. I am short at 5'6 and I could flat foot the bike in traffic. Other than the suspension my only other complaint was the small gas tank.
The mt09 has way better suspension and there is also the sp version which has also upgraded ones. So only the 07 will need an upgrade!
In a nutshell its a great "do it all" bike and its very very good value for your money. But it's definitely not a track weapon. I do own MT-07 and I 100% agree with everything that Yammie said.
I've got a 2017 that I picked up back in 9/18. I've put 3500 miles on it so far. I love the bike! It's light, flickable, has very good low end torque especially coming from an inline 600 (FZ6). I'm 5'6" and i'm up on the balls of my feet when standing still lol. The reviews that i've read so far are spot on with this bike! It's bone stock for now, other than the TST flashing brake light. I've been eyeing my aftermarket exhaust options.
Just bought my first bike 2019 MT-07! Super excited!
Congrats! I’m hopefully getting a 2017 in a couple of days.
@@kratsz8265 Awesome!
I own 2015 FZ-07 with 13K on the clock, and this may be the best review of this bike. Great work!!
This is fun and reliable bike.
Would you say it is high maintenance
I own one and i absolutely love it.
Before this i had a cb sevenfifty, bigger and waaay heavier.
So yeah especialy the light part you talked about feels good.
And the torque, all that torque :3
Sounds like an excellent UJM. Like quite capable on every situation, but far from perfect in more extreme situations
The MT-10 is so much better suspension and stability wise for the more experienced riders. They have made improvements on the latest MT-07 MT-09 but they still could use some more tweeking.
every bike video should end with the bike turned on and reving so we can hear how it sounds
Oh hey @nomar noland, how are you a year later?
I got one 2017 Blue, put a full Yoshi Carbon exhaust..... saying that exhaust changes the bike is an understatement - it transforms it into a completely different animal... its not a perfect bike but i love it, its my baby...
Starting to think that Papa Yam is all our Papa, may Rossi tell me
2019 MT-07 model has corrected almost all the weaknesses you mentioned...
Is it fix for the 2018 model as well ? What changes are there from 2018 to 2019 ?
Gurpal Singh from 2018, the 2019 have new color schemes and some treatment on swing arm making it more resistant to corrosion...
@@lralcantara Is it worth paying $600 more for the 2019 ? I like the 2018 white and matte black color
Gurpal Singh I didn’t pay extra hahaha I bought it same price as 2018... and believe me, Ice Fluo looks better than night fluo
@@lralcantara I looked at the Matte raven black today and really like it. Looking at the 2018 white color with red accents tomorrow. Do you have this bike ? Might pull the trigger on this bike tomorrow, will be my first bike
Talks about how good the exhaust sounds, no sound clip.
His mom has the key .
I own this bike and love it. It's a straight goon bike.
Hi Yammi- I bought an FZ 07 after my R3. It's my daily. I enjoy it but the lack of wind protection took some getting used to... great second bike!
I'm about to make the same upgrade ( R3 To MT-07). How different was the clutch and throttle? Never ridden anything bigger than the R3, so not sure what to expect.
My next time, cant wait by the end of the month I will have one 🔥🔥
It's a good beginner bike and for Europeans who have to begin with a 47,5hp. It's a good deal and for the price of it, you cannot have olhins suspension and that kind of expensive stuff. And I find that for a beginner bike it's really good, it sounds sooo good, it's good looking and reliable.
I rode mine around the US. California to Florida, then up to Maine, over to Washington, and back down to California. She handled everything I threw at it over the two months it took me. The only complaint I have for long rides was the short tank range.
Excellent review. I’ve had one for a year and everything he said is spot on. In fact, I’m selling mine due to its lack of handling in the twisties. Otherwise great motorcycle.
I'm shopping for a bike for the twisties. The MT-07 "looks" like a good one, so glad to see your post. I'm leaning towards the 790 Duke. What are you thinking of trying next?
I'm curious too, what other kinda middle weight naked bike would you look for as an upgrade from this mt07 but still maintain the similar flavor?
cut the front forks spacers 15mm and then change fork oil to 20.... and you will fiz all the front fork problem....
Sure wish you could've started it for us so we could hear how it sounds.
I rode an F07 a while back. It was a hoot - I very much enjoyed it. My daily ride is an an FZ1 (Gen 1), I've been riding 40+ years. If I had an FZ07, I'd ride it often. Not first choice for a sporting pace ride with fast guys - FZ1 fits that bill - but the FZ07 is very, very good. And I like that red one.
Next giveaway bike should be a tuned MT10 with a full exhaust system
Good review of the past FZ07 however when this was published its already replaced by the Mt07 which included upgraded suspension. MC magazines stated this finally made this bike what it is supposed to be.
It would be a very interesting fact to include in this review.
A Quick test ride from a shop bike to compare when you know what to look for would be Great info
Owner of an 2020 Mt07 here, i gotta say the rear suspension is completely adjustable so u can just trim it the way you like. The front is not adjustable, but from my riding experience it takes bumps and wobbly ground perfectly and doesnt wobble in twisties anymore.
I’m likiely commuting 100 miles daily 5-6 days a week on a freeway. I have 19,700 miles on my 2019 model. I want to see if I can get some 50-60k miles out of it before I replace it’s engine. Or get a new one. I think it’s a good bike. At 25k miles I’m taking apart the engine. I would highly recommend this bike. Downside to it is that the suspension is starting to wear. Clutch might need to be replaced soon. You can feel the miles but you’d likely squeeze those 50k miles. Oh and I’ve never taken this thing faster than 85 maybe 90 mph. Best of luck
Just bought one! The one day I have ridden it around was very fun. Looking forward to more!
Would this be a bad idea for a first bike?
I'm thinking of getting a fz 07 as my very first bike. I am ganna do a course. Any objections?
No objections. 4 weeks ago I bought a 2018 mt 07 as my first bike. Never ridden before. I sat on it in the garage every day for about a week learning the feel of the weight and clutch. After that I practice for about another week in a no traffic area and slowly put myself out in traffic. It’s a great bike to learn on. Since it’s comfortable, you can practice for long periods of time all at once.
@@checkout982003 Awesome! Thanks. Same as Gareth above (my situation)
Jonathan Barronville quite frankly, anyone who is looking at one of these as their first bike has already made a decision. I have made myself apparent that I am new to this. I do not claim to be an expert. If he wants to take advice from someone who has only been on the bike for a month then it’s his decision. If he’s old enough to ride, he’s also old enough to make his own decisions on who to take advice from.
@@checkout982003 did you buy new or used ?? also was insurance expensive?? i want the fz07 as a first bike as well. 2017 or 2018
Bob Dole I bought new, there’s almost no point buying used because these bikes are inexpensive to begin with. My insurance is $45 a month through State Farm but I’ve been a driver for over a decade with nothing negative on my record.
I had a brand new 2015 fz 07 loved it put almost 16k miles on it...until this last September when I totaled it out in the mountain's. Now I own a 2017 Fz-09
The bike sounds amazing!; "doesn't rev it up" T_T
You could drive the point about the exhaust just by cranking it up lol. 😋
Next give away... 1993 Honda C50c super cub !😂😂😂I have this one!!!
Dude your video convinced me to buy a full system leo vince exhaust. Thank you Papa Yammie!
Thanks for the in-depth informative video Yammie 🏍👌👍🏻
It's such a great review and spot on every aspects of the bike. Subscribed🖖
They should bring back the gen 1 FZ1 from like 2001-2005, updated with FI and new style suspension. Keep everything else though, the R1 engine, tube steel frame, no cat in the exhaust, etc. Best bike ever.
I love these motorcycles I wish I had one. Hate being broke
What's up with manufacturers putting 2 cans on a single midpipe ? Looks wicked cheesy, and too big lookin too
Yea I feel the same way. For the MT-07 I think the Akra underbelly exhaust looks the best. It's so sleek and really fits well with the compact design of the bike (and sounds incredible)
I prefer the arrow black sound, I have mine full length but you can remove an extender pipe and have it under the bike
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@@Real_MisterSir There is only one exhaust that you should put on it and that is the M4 carbon
@@yobaafett M4 is cheap crap. Akra, Yosh, Leo Vince and Two Bros are better.
Thanks for the depth of this review, gave me a good perspective I needed for this bike. I've had proly 20 bikes and I think this fits the bill as the perfect all round street bike :)
Dave Miss has a great video on how to beef up the front end.
My FZ must have a fat boy spring in the rear. Do they make such a thing? Everyone reviews theses as soft suspension, but my rear is set full soft and still rocks my spine. I'm new and know nothing about these suspensions, I just ride the thing.
There's only limited adjustability and it really comes down to your weight and the roads you're riding. It'll also vary by tyres and tyre pressure, some tyres at the right pressure offer a significantly higher level of comfort. Really harsh, big bumps though will normally be felt on many of these machines with more basic suspension. Also take your weight through the 'pegs if you can see the big bumps coming up, that helps a lot.
The fz-07 is one of my favorite bikes. I have rode a couple of them and have wanted to get one for a while now honestly
it's really a very special bike, well differentiated and of course, the sales of this model already speak for itself, it is perhaps one of the most popular models of the last decades,.. because I think it, the 07 is a mixture of several concepts, .. a bit of a supermoto,... a ducateira ,... a yamaha dtr 125 r super altered ,. accelerator ,.. among other things ,.. where simplicity, together with a good and beautiful design, gave birth to the most beloved bike ever , especially younger people,.. when I go with my 07 ,. and I pass by a group of young people and they recognize it right away by the sound,... and then I start making gestures, asking to raise the wheel, or to speed up more,..lo,l lol kkkk, etc., it's really fun ,.. and above all it's an easy, accessible,.. and very pleasant motorcycle,.. and of course, very compact and light, agile,.. and very reliable!
does "watching all of papa yam's videos" count as "experienced motorcyclist"?
Such a spot on review! The FZ07 is such a fun bike. I do agree, it needs an exhaust otherwise it sounds like an angry lawnmower lol.
Great Vid! Saw it and literally the first thing I did was to go and buy myself the GP duals for my 2014 FZ-07!! (had been thinking about getting them for a while) And the best thing: I don't even have a licence yet lol
There is also sport tourer version in Europe. Tracer 700
I was gutted when I found that Europe's Tracer 700 wasn't coming to the US. For me the Versys 650 is just a little too small, the Tracer 900 is way too much bike for me & the BMWs are nice, but pricey. A Tracer 700 looks like a winner to me, so why Yamaha is stiffing the US I simply can't understand.
Getting an mt-07 as my first bike in the next coming months here, mainly gonna be used as a fun commuter
review on point my Yamm. Thanks 👍
Just got my M2 & I’ve been dreaming about getting an fz07! I think it’s an awesome bike!
My first bike was an fz07 (mt07 across the pacific), I've got a nuda 900 now but I still miss that bike.
Nice! I’d love to have that bike, butt... let me just share a little bit of health information at you, just because I care. I am about 5’10” and 210 pounds. I have always considered myself athletic. Raced BMX AT AN EARLY age, mountain bikes when I was a little older four years of high school playing. Football, and wrestling. I feel I have always had a good diet, as I love vegetables more than animal based offerings... anyways, I never watched my blood pressure or smoked (at least not cigarettes. Don’t drink other than a bit of red wine. And as a side note, don’t do coke off of stripper’ backside (no matter how fun it sounds and, it really is) one night in November of 2017, after a night of debauchery, I kept falling down, and the last time I fell, I couldn’t get back up. Turns out, I has a stroke, and am now completely paralyzed on my left side. I can’t express how much it sucks ass. Speaking of which, I am fixing to have to go to the little cripple’s room which I’ll have to have assistance with (grioans). By the way, did I mention that being paralyzed suck ( it really does, don’t try it ). Take care., Bro’s, and never take life for granted ( it can all change in an instance). Love ya, Bro’s!
Bear this in mind when you're looking to buy an MT-07. It is not a super sport and shouldn't be compared to one. It isn't a cruisier nor a touring bike either and it shouldn't be compared to one. What it is more of is a hooligan type bike, a naked in the "standard" family of bikes. It is made for fun, not racing, not high speed nor is it made for touring. It's a great bike for riding in the city and on back roads. It is light weight, nimble and quick under 100 mph. it can do power wheelies in 1st and 2nd gear. Clutch ups in 3rd. It can get very good mpg. if you stay off the throttle, modded or not. It's essentially a bargain bike that has flaws but with that super nice engine it will quickly make you forget about those little flaws, at least while you're riding with your big grin. Test ride one and if it doesn't put a smile on your face you're an F'ing zombie and should be shot in the head. >>> My 2 cents worth.
Dude, this bike is amazing in the tight twisties once you do suspension upgrades! I’m have the ohlins street shock and nix cartridges up front, all sprung for my weight at 215. Its my first bike in a while and my first performance bike ever so I don’t have much to compare to. It would be interesting for you to get some sort of suspension work done and do an update video with feedback, comparing it to your old daytona in the twisties!
Really like it, so i brought one
The question is, is Yammie secretly Brad Meltzer or is Brad Meltzer secretly Yammie.... dun dun dunnnn
Tbh, I legit only started paying attention to the FZ videos when the exhaust went on, cos dangggggg it sounds good !
after riding a Zero S 11KW for 2 years now (yesyes electric ...) i am going to go for my license before the summer.
the school i will go to uses these to teach students the ropes ... looking forward to play with it !!
What wristwatch are ya wearing, papa yam? Looks classy.
Was my first bike and the bark of that exhaust with a Yoshi is just so juicy
the flaws aren't associated with the bike, it's the style. This isn't a sport bike.
I would buy it just for the sound of the bike with an aftrermarket exhaust sounds incredible
256 views seems like I am not the only one that did not get this in their sub box
Such a great bike. Loved mine while I had it
Im currently going lessons on a mt-03 and i love it
Hey Yammie, I think the 2019 model already comes with sturdier suspensions
2018 was the first model year with the upgraded suspension.
Number 3! Finally top 10! I have fz09. Nasty machines!
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Just one more summer, and I'll be able to buy this beauty with aftermarket exhaust ofcourse! First real roadbike :D Wish me luck! Is it fairly cheap to own? Not to much costs besides usual meintnence? :)
Yo, I have that same chair sitting in my garage to... I'm very tired.
ahmad abdulla stay strong buddy
i love the fz07 and 09
to each his own i guess,,I dislike this bike around town due to the twitchy throttle,,even though its been re flashed ,,IMO this bike rules in the twistys ,yes the suspension needs work but to say not enough juice ,,what kinda corners are you running into ?,,this bike has awesome torque 3rd and 4th gear,, its far from suffering .my brother as BMW k1200 ,,yeah he pulls out faster but im right back on his ass ,,,,on another note i just installed new rear tire the conti attack 2,, WOW!! what a difference it made .its a damm fun bike for a little two banger
This is my all around favorite bike for the $$ by far. Perhaps a better way is to purchase a used 600 cc supersport as I did, and modify it for a neutral ergo-position. I took a 600 cc R6 and raised the handlebars with a kit while shaving off 4 cm from the foam on the seat so as to achieve similar ergonomics as the MT 07 (FZ 07), yielding a similar feel yet with superior suspension and the rest. Fun fun fun with super-sport control and power, this may be a better option for those looking for great around-town riding as well as canyon cutting and track-day precision etc.. Can't go wrong either way. Older 600 cc supersports can be easily modified in this manner, so I'd advise any in the market to keep this idea in mind. Few do it, and that's a pity because the end result is a dream. My old R6 is a joy in most all contexts--mild mannered at low RPM yet a rabid beast at high RPM thanks to the inline 4. Food for thought. Best to all the riders as thoughtful as this fellow doing the above review. Squids and organ-donor-morons piss me off. Great analysis. Much appreciated.