Yamaha MT-07 2018 test: logical evolutions
The Yamaha MT-07 is undoubtedly the queen of MT, far ahead of its counterparts MT125, MT-03, MT-09 and MT-10. Best seller of the "Master of Torque" family, in 2018 it corrects some youthful flaws. Definitely a very good little bike ! Test.
MT-07 test page 1 – Static: a more homogeneous look
Launched in 2014, the Yamaha MT-07 quickly found its audience: its trendy style, its compactness, the punch of its twin-cylinder and its good quality / price ratio immediately won over young bikers … but also bikers, since ‘they represent "nearly 17% of sales" according to the manufacturer.
- 2014 Yamaha MT-07 first drive :
In France, "70% of sales of this model concern A2 versions limited to 35 kW (31% worldwide)," continues Yamaha. Produced at 120,440 units between 2014 and 2017, the MT-07 sold around 80,000 units worldwide, of which approximately .
- MNC Premium :
At the end of 2017, the MT-07 alone represented 21.5% of the total sales of the brand’s motorcycles in tuning fork. In the history of Yamaha, it is necessary to go back to the famous XJ6 and FZ6 to find an equivalent success !
Range identification
It should also be remembered that motorcycle schools have found this model to be an excellent learning motorcycle, with the subsequent purchase of an MT-07 35 kW by many first-time buyers once their A2 license is in their pocket..
By discovering the armada of MT-07 2018 distributed in small groups on the terrace of our Andalusian hotel, the range identification logic desired by Yamaha is obvious: this new MT-07 takes up the aesthetic codes of the MT family and more especially those of the .
- MNC special file :
- MNC special file :
We note in particular a new headlight, a more rigged tank trim, reinforced by new more massive scoops and positioned more forward, new side radiator covers, a visually lightened front fender and a brand new saddle going up to the sides. of the tank which accentuates the impression of continuity and homogeneity of the design.
The rear light also evolves in the same MT-09 spirit, as does the positioning of the indicators at the radiator rather than at the headlight, or the discreet evolution of the protective cover of the exhaust silencer, more aesthetic.
The colors offered keep their name (Night Fluo, Tech Black and Yamaha Blue), but the graphics are more sober and discreet. On the other hand, the white color (Powder White) is not renewed for this 2018 vintage..
Basically identical
The main changes are more discreet but partly correct the main flaw of the previous vintage: its suspension often considered too flexible..
The KYB 41mm fork benefits from a firming of its springs in the order of 6%, with a rebound force increased by 16%. The rear KYB shock absorber is for its part replaced by a more “consistent” model with a firmer spring (11%) and improved hydraulics (“+ 27% of high speed rebound damping rate and + 40% of rate compression ", says Yamaha).
This new shock absorber also has a rebound adjustment by screw and easy access to the preload adjustment of its spring. In short, an essential evolution expected by many aficionados of the MT-07 !
Basically the MT-07 doesn’t change. With a column angle of 24.5 °, a trail of 90 mm and a wheelbase of 1400 mm, its handling is still so easy and natural, without forgetting a low seat (805 mm) which is suitable for most riders. of pilots and controls that fall naturally to hand.
For a person of 1.78 m, the driving position may seem cramped at first, with the legs a little more bent than we would like, but in the end we get used to it without too much trouble.
On the other hand, the seat is still as firm despite the new saddle: not very annoying at the start, but after some 250 km on the handlebars of the machine, it is clear that we have a wrong foundation…
By taking a seat on his handlebars, the driver finds the sober and readable digital dashboard of the previous MT-07. No noticeable change with its large screen including tachometer, tachometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, clock and odometer.
By playing with the two buttons on this dial, the daily totalizers or the average consumption indicator are displayed in turn. On the lower edge of this dashboard we find the usual warning lights for oil level, water temperature, injection, ABS, transponder, headlight, indicators and neutral.
The basic equipment does not change, with the commodos a warning control and the starter on the right, headlight call, indicators, horn and code / headlight reverser on the left.
At start-up, the MT-07 is always discreet with a hardly demonstrative exhaust sound. But a few well-felt gas shots are enough to trigger the CP2 twin cylinder stalled at 270 °. This one has a priori lost none of its punch, nor its ability to climb quickly in towers..
The first starts with a sharp snap and off we go for a small loop of 250 km between Marbella and Ronda (Andalusia): !
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