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Suzuki SV 650 and Yamaha MT-07 in comparison test

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The glorious idea of ​​wheeling together in front of the police station for the comparison test between the two naked bikes Suzuki SV 650 and Yamaha MT-07 came to nothing. The Race-Control pulled out paper and pencil as soon as it was rolled up.

What are you doing here? ”The two sheriffs scowl. "Pictures." “We can see that. But why? ”Now we could defiantly insist on the right to take any pictures as long as we do not violate any personal rights. But we are thundering close together, so there is no need for any discussion. Hence the conciliatory variant. “For a magazine.” After a short debate, the deal: no ticket, but the end of the campaign. It’s a shame, we’d love to have the new Suzuki SV 650 and the Yamaha MT-07 put a couple of neat formation wheelies on the parquet in front of the station in the city center. After all, the pictures should make it clear that you can have great fun even with small bikes. Here and now, however, that won’t work anymore. So we move on to areas with a lower density of police.

Suzuki SV 650 and Yamaha MT-07 in comparison test

Lower middle class naked bikes

Yamaha with the crank pin offset by 270 degrees only provides a V-drive – keyword crossplane technology. But that doesn’t detract from its charm. Especially since the Twin serves its measured 76 PS in an excitingly lively manner. The Yamaha MT-07 bravely marches off just above idling speed and hisses through the speed range full of energy and wonderfully evenly. Only shortly before the five-digit range does the momentum weaken a little. This fascinating engine characteristic with a lot of steam from below awakens the play instinct and also allows unicycle artists to fully charge the transmission on the rear wheel – wonderful!

Tie in terms of running culture

The Suzuki SV 650 is doing a bit more difficult. It is true that their drive also sends 76 lively ponies into the race. But because of the smaller displacement (645 to 690 cubic), the Suzi engine delivers a little less power over almost the entire speed range. This is also made clear by a look at the performance diagram. Only at the upper end of the scale is the curve of the SV 650 partly above that of the Yamaha. Underneath, the Yamaha MT-07 delivers visibly and noticeably more punch. The maximum torque is also available much earlier with the Yam. After all, the SV has a shorter translation, which at least partially compensates for its power deficit. It also remains to be seen how much Euro 4 will slow down the Yamaha next year.

There is a tie between the competitors in terms of running culture. Both engines only transmitted very welcome vibrations to the pilot. They are also in a head-to-head race in the categories of load change response, clutch function and transmission actuation – sometimes the Suzuki SV 650 is a little ahead, sometimes the Yamaha MT-07. The bottom line is that the MT-07 is clearly the cooler, more pleasurable unit.

Fun and action in the city? No problem with the nakeds!

Our inner-city photo production is also stimulating. Fortunately, passers-by take it calmly: no threats to regulate, no angry gestures, no noting down license plates, no stress. Wow! Apparently the people do not feel bothered by the good middle-graders and sometimes even watch the goings-on with interest. But the bikes also have a rebellious side. They show the Yamaha MT-07 and the Suzuki SV 650 on a trip to the Swabian Alb.

In the south German low mountain range we let the Nackedeis run properly, chase them through the varied world of curves. The Suzuki can handle the hunt around the radius better. Despite its narrow 160 mm rear tire, it turns in a little more heavily than the Yamaha MT-07 on its 180 mm slipper. This is partly due to the significantly higher weight of the Suzi (199 to 181 kilos). In addition, the steering head is a little flatter and both caster and wheelbase are longer – all of which is at the expense of handling. But once in an inclined position, it moves much more stable and calm than the nervous Yamaha. The stiff SV chassis also contributes to this, especially the shock absorber shows sporty rigidity. However, the Suzuki SV 650 overshoots the mark. Because she does not like bumpy terrain and particularly nasty edges, shaking her pilot badly on such surfaces.

The two Nakeds tumble sympathetically and quietly from their end pots. The neighbors are happy too.

The Yamaha MT-07 behaves in exactly the opposite way. The fork and shock absorber absorb unpleasant terrain first-class, but are much too soft for most roads. As a result, there is always plenty of movement in the framework, and the Yam requires minimal steering corrections in curves in order to stay on course. Class would be something in between the two votes. Gold adjustable spring elements. But with prices around 6400 euros that remains a pious wish. The same applies to the equipment. Electronic helpers such as different driving modes or traction control are just as bad news as an anti-hopping clutch. Such features are not really missed in this species.

Handling is clearly more important – the main discipline of Yamaha. It’s simply great how easy she herself is to arrow through tricky winding. A short impulse is all that is needed to bend, and bang, it is already whizzing in the desired direction. Pure fun! Despite the very similar values ​​of the ergonomic triangle of bench, handlebars and pegs, the pilot sits a little more actively on the Yam than on the Suzuki. The Yamaha MT-07 also provides more transparent feedback. In addition to the somewhat more passive seating position of the Suzuki SV 650, its thin upholstery is noticeable. As a result, the very bottom rests on the hard frame of the base after a short time – ouch!

Double wheelie in front of the guard: plan only postponed!

The Suzuki SV 650 made another slip with the brakes. Sure, she’s not a super athlete. But to catch the load at a neat gallop, you have to pull the lever like the proverbial blacksmith. And even then it still anchors with a very manageable effect. The Yamaha MT-07 does that better. It is also not equipped with brutal stoppers and does not create any extra late braking points. Nevertheless, it requires significantly less hand strength and bites harder than its competitor. However, the rear wheel occasionally stamps during this exercise. Especially when the pilot downshifts early when anchoring and engages hard.

The Suzuki SV 650 cannot harm such behavior, it glides calmly and confidently over the track. There is a stalemate at ABS. Both systems regulate comparatively early and at rough intervals. This is one of the reasons why late brakes have to be a bit moderate. To nip the outcry of militant security fanatics in the bud: The control behavior is definitely sufficient for daily use. A varied day comes to an end far too early. At least we were able to follow through with our planned program – except for the recording with the double wheelie in front of the guard. But we will surely sneak up again soon.

Technical data Suzuki SV 650

Small collector, big pipe: Suzuki exhaust. The Suzuki SV 650 pottelt with Euro 4 homologation.

Here you can see an extract of the technical data. If you would like the complete measurement values ​​determined by us, including all consumption, torque and acceleration values, you can buy the article as a PDF for download.

Technical data Yamaha MT-07

The short, crisp muffler of the Yamaha MT-07 is pleasing. Whether it will stay that way with Euro 4?

Here you can see an extract of the technical data. If you would like the complete measurement values ​​determined by us, including all consumption, torque and acceleration values, you can buy the article as a PDF for download.

Conclusion

At the end of our test, the Yamaha MT-07 was very slightly ahead. It is more manageable, has better brakes, a more powerful engine and is therefore that crucial bit more fun.

1. Yamaha MT-07: In this comparison it was damn close. In the individual criteria, sometimes one is ahead, sometimes the other. Ultimately, the Yamaha wins the race. It is more manageable, has better brakes, a more powerful engine and is therefore that crucial bit more fun.

2. Suzuki SV 650: second winner is first loser? Not in this case. Because the SV 650 has top qualities, such as its stable handling. The clutch can also be dosed finer and the gearbox shifted a little easier. It just lacks the last splash of fascination.

Here you can see an extract of the technical data. If you would like the complete measurement values ​​determined by us, including all consumption, torque and acceleration values, you can buy the article as a PDF for download.

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