BIKE of the DECADE (with a VERY DIRTY SECRET) - YAMAHA MT07 | ICON RETROSPECTIVE

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UNWRAPPED is a series where I go over fascinating bikes, their history, facts and trivia you can flex with over your friends, and give you ALL the low down on it with a light touch of humour (ok mostly heavyhanded repulsive touch but anyway..😂)
Today we look into the phenomenal success of the MT07 or FZ07, it's evolution from an idea to a final product, it's history if you will.. and make a case of it being the bike of the decade for the impact it has had.
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►Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:43 Chapter 1 The Origins
04:02 Chapter 2 The Hangover
07:06 Chapter 3 The Rebirth
14:11 The Not so good bits
16:00 Wrapup
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#Yamaha #MT07
Is the MT-07 a good bike ? Is the Yamaha MT-07 a good beginner bike ? Is the MT-07 fast ? How much horsepower does a Yamaha MT-07 have? What CC is a MT07

[@UrgetoRide]

Did you already check out the latest UNWRAPPED on the legendary Ducati Monser ? Don't miss out 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hX23fKiMoq2Na8k 👀

[@buddyrevell4329]

I've got two in my garage. One for me, one for the wife. Both have a pipe and a tune which is absolutely perfect for the bike. The sound and smoothness are how the bike should have come from the factory. I've put over 15k miles in 2 years. I love the bike!

[@UrgetoRide]

What exhaust have you got on them ?

[@buddyrevell4329]

@@UrgetoRide They've both have a Yoshimura exhaust including the header. I bought both from Two Wheel Dynoworks.

[@suparosc02]

only? I put 12K in less than one year on my CBR250....

[@TypicalMT]

I have 26k miles on a 2021 mt07 lol

[@risseddy951]

How do I land my hands on a used one but in good condition

[@GooberNuf]

I love my MT07 more and more after every ride. Nice and nimble, love the acceleration even though its restricted and it's alright on fuel. My bum ends up numb every now and then and the suspension problem doesn't bother me. Slap on an akrapovic and you'll love the sound of it, the neighbours might not tho haha.

[@UrgetoRide]

Thats precisely what I say to people - the engine is the most important component of a bike. If the manufacturer gets it right - the rest I can excuse. You can change bad suspenders. You can tweak a horrid tail end. But you can't make up for a shit engine. Glad you like your 7 bud

[@Ranhola1]

Same. I have a 2014 mt07 matte silver with satin black and a akrapovic euro 4. This is the best bike of the decade without a doubt and the numbers speak for themselves

[@MrDeepseadweller]

Slap on a Bagster Bultex seat. Best mod I ever did (after the Akra without baffle).

[@geevagyok]

My neighbours feckin hate me for that XD

[@temperspace]

Ngl, im curious how the non-lams mt07 feels like

[@KroniklyStoned]

You deserve to be one of the top motorcycle content producers on KZbin. I love your delivery and style!

[@UrgetoRide]

Working hard on it matie 😄 Thanks a bunch for the kind word

[@Whos-That-Guy]

"MacDonald's advert on 2 wheels"!!!!! Perfect!

[@mindspinn311]

I had the MT-07 the year it came out. It was great, and even better after upgrading the suspension. But I sold it. Waiting for the next gen or for Yamaha to finally sell the Tracer 700 in North America. I now have the current SV650 and it’s shown me how criminally underrated this bike is. The MT-07 has a great engine and it’s a fun bike, but the SV shows that it’s been honed and refined over two decades. The engine is a gem, the chassis and brakes are better, and so is the build quality.

[@UrgetoRide]

The post Gladius SV650s are gems, you're right. Never really gelled with the pre ones. Thats not to say they're bad though, they're a fantastic segway into proper fast bikes.

[@Mike-uk2oq]

Call me weird but I won't buy a bike that doesn't have at least LED headlights and a TFT display in 2020/21.

[@sarcatstix]

Video is spot on and so well presented. Just had the first 3 days of riding this year and two tanks of petrol later and a very sore backside I still love this bike after 5 years of riding it. Yeah it has serious handling issues but decide that’s it’s character and just ride and enjoy. I’ve had over 30 different bikes and this hooligan brought back my love of riding.

[@hanae7Ing]

I am so glad I watched till the end because that blooper was Hilarious 😂

[@GSXR_Jake]

bought my 2020 2 weeks ago first street bike and omg i am in love

[@damirradovic9116]

Great video! I love just how much in detail you went, with history, dirty secrets, etc.. Hope you'll post more in the future!

[@UrgetoRide]

With such awesome feedback like yours I'd have to be an idiot not to. Its a lot of work getting everything together but it's clearly worth it if you guys are enjoying it. Stay tuned Damir there are a *uck ton more to come 🤜🤛

[@jakubmuller9132]

A friend/neighbor bought it just a week ago and gotta admit, it's very playful, light, sounds like a beast and doesn't cost u a liver, so no wonder it sells so good

[@ryanmckellar7982]

Great video, very informative. I love my '16 FZ 07. 44k kms and we go everywhere, and it's always a great time!

[@UrgetoRide]

I'm sure it is, its like a good best friend, who won't prioritize his girlfriend or **hurl**, his child.. over going out with you. It'll always be waiting for you, ready to ride.

[@Banditmanuk]

Nice to hear I've got the only proper crossplane engine👍 I've yet to try an MT07 but it looks like Yamaha have done a great job fitting that engine in the Tenere 700. Made me laugh when you talked about the Gladius, couldn't believe they did that to the SV!

[@UrgetoRide]

Oh yeah for sure, I was following the T7 concept from the moment they announced it - and I'm not even THAT into adv bikes. Glad to see its doing well although its not perfect either ! Hahaha felt bad 'shooting the ambulance' talking about the Gladius but they asked for it with that restyle 😂 Thanks for popping by Banditman !

[@ct9683]

You haven't kzbin.info/www/bejne/i368pn2eZq5onc0

[@UrgetoRide]

@@ct9683 Whats your point ? It's nomenclature made to sell - Yamaha themselves in their spiel make sure they say it's 'crossplane inspired'. A true crossplane is 90deg between all crank throws. Simple as

[@ct9683]

@@UrgetoRide im completely aware of that which is why the r1 and mt10 isn't the only crossplane crank, also determine a true crossplane crank ? Because the 07/09 is a true crossplane, triumph Street triple is technically crossplane.

[@filiperiksson00]

You can count on a new subscriber! One of the only 17 minute videos I have watches all the way through! Entertaining and informative. Good job!

[@mt07toooldtowalk42]

Great vid, I don’t watch many all the way through but did this one. Might be because I had an MT07 2016 model for 2 years and put 25,000 klm on her, not a single commuting K on it. All just fun rides and loved it to bits. As for a bike I would like to see your take on, my current love, I sold the MT for a 2020 Kawasaki z900. Holy cow!!! I have a new love and it has seemed like a natural progression. With the 2020 upgrades it has made what has always been a great bike greater, would love to see your take on it. All the best!!

[@tongyang1631]

Totaled my FZ at Cheroholla trying to be a R6. The FZ had limitations and I went over board. Thinking my next bike would be the z900 or z900rs myself. Needed to get better suspension on the FZ and better ergos.

[@AzXII1295]

i fallen in love with mt07 exhaust sound, solid reason to buy it

[@jamesd1848]

Facts

[@okami803]

Outstanding work. Love clean information with a sense of humor. Keep up the good work!

[@233kosta]

Doing my DAS on an MT-07. Never knew I was a yobbo before 🤣

[@Pleskotritka]

Very well done! A promising channel - never ever subbed after watching just one vid, but here we go :) 2017 MT07 owner here, eager to get a supersport next and do some track days, BUT I convinced my fiance to get a bike license so that she can "inherit" my MT eventually and it stays in the family :D it's too good of a bike to let it go..

[@UrgetoRide]

Welcome in the gang ! Thank you for the kind words ! I know exactly how you feel - I'm finding all sorts of excuses to keep my first ever bike ! I'm blessed to have the garage space otherwise justifying it to myself and the mrs might get hard...

[@Fa9ooly323]

Man.. that was the best intro in the histoty of KZbin

[@hectorallanrivera9334]

Nicely done sir!!! I just got an R3 after being out of riding for 20 yrs (family, career, etc.); and when I get the rust off with my super cool little R3 I may jump to an MT-09 but this video was very helpful...appreciate it!

[@UrgetoRide]

Welcome back to the riding gang ! You've been missed :)

[@MotoShaneGame]

I like your videos. I will probably never own an MT07 but will forever be thankful for the heart it donated to the T7. Being a rider for around 35 years, the T7 was the bike I dreamed of long ago, a dream started by the original R80 G/S which I once owned, but something BMW have never been capable of fulfilling. Now I have a T7, my first ever new bike, and down under we have the country where such a bike makes sense. I think you should do a T7 video. Just kidding, I watched that before watching this, then I subscribed. Thanks!

[@UrgetoRide]

Hahaha thanks for popping by on both videos ! Agreed the T7 is a back to basics, no wonder it struck a chord with a lot of people ;)

[@JohnSmith-ef8nr]

A T7 review like this one would be nice.

[@camilistico]

Really good video, to be honestes I restarted re-riding about 3 years ago, coming from the dirt bike world to me torque was everything so Yamaha mt07 was always the first option I got to ride it for a week and looove it.

[@gr.b.u.m]

My 1st bike was a 2018 MT07. Kept it for a year, rode 15.000km and that thing would put a smile on my face every single time I was on it! Spot on video and great storytelling. I'm definitely subscribing!

[@cambag77]

The more of your videos i watch, the more convinced that you are just one Aneesh away from Fortnine quality i am. The script, the humour, the storytelling... and i'll say it... the charisma as well! I'm glad i found this channel. By the way, your videos on warming up and the triple's whistle were excellent! Can you do more technical stuff like that?

[@UrgetoRide]

More technical stuff is definitely coming I really enjoy them but KZbin has a habit of recommending them a lot less annoyingly, so you can understand I'm less motivated... I have a whole list in the back burner, why first gear clunks, why the back wheel rotates even in neutral on a wheel stand, suspension myths, silly things or just plain interesting things like that :) Stick around if that stuff interests you, the more there is of us, the less reliant I am on the almighty algorithm and I can do different things 🤜🤛

[@JwpGaming]

I must be one of the few people who actually like the NM4 and it's grandpa, the pc800

[@pax1980]

Great video! Subscribed for more. Please do the mt09! I owned an mt07 for a season and it was my gateway drug to a street 765. I do miss the exhaust note and that low end torque but I don't miss the build quality or anemic top end. Still great bike for the price and a good introduction to the segment.

[@UrgetoRide]

Thank you Pax ! Welcome to the club woohoo! There will most definitely be an episode on the MT09, it would be a sin not to. Then your MT did its job perfectly ! It was never supposed to be the perfect forever bike, but a bike to make you fall in love in biking, and give you the skills needed for bigger better bikes, relatively cheaply and forgivingly. Congrats on the 765, you're a lucky dude !

[@teufelboxxx]

I’m riding bike more than 20 years. never ever enjoyed any bike more than mt07. wider rear tyre,sc project exhaust…tons of fun. Own a MT01 atm but sometimes i miss this bastard 😂

[@bocolis88]

I have a 2014 model with 45000 km and the frame has no signs of rust anywhere! I’ve upgraded the suspension, tune and a pipe, sintered brake pads and sport tires and it rips! The only thing that has aesthetically degraded over time is the color faded external plastic water pipes that go to the engine. Other than that the gear indicator sometimes fail. Amazing bike I love it!

[@FuriousePanda]

format and presentation is great btw. Was surprised to see you only had 2k subs. keep it up man. subbed

[@UrgetoRide]

Much appreciated matie. Welcome aboard 🤜🤛

[@intelligenttechnologies2476]

Brilliant video, I really enjoyed it. The Trump hand reference was awesome!

[@ralphwaters8905]

I've not yet washed my 2017 FZ-07 and with that rust advisory, I may never consider it in the future! You're right though. The engine is a gem. Transmission is a bit rough on downshifting in the lower gears, but like you say it was built to a price point. I can forgive them for not putting spool points on the swing arm, but I will never forgive Yamaha for failing to put drain plugs on the forks.

[@RobBroderick44]

Passed my licence on it and i totally understand why so much ppl got one. Thing's a lil' riot. Made me enjoy even more having my lessons.

[@adaminhongkong]

Loved everything about this video and am about to get my MT07 soon. Keep making more hilarious content and I’ll be watching for sure. Thanks Dude! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@UrgetoRide]

Happy new bike day in advance ! Welcome to the gang Adam 🤜🤛

[@jasonlawrence8302]

USD forks and a tail tuck would make the MT07 the ultimate machine!! best engine since the early 900ss ducati

[@bikehubjapan]

Great video mate. Only just found your channel but subscribed straight away. Keep up the good work and greetings from Japan 👍

[@UrgetoRide]

I've seen your videos before ! Thanks for popping by matie 🤜🤛

[@legrenaille]

Great video. I didn't know your channel, glad I stumbled upon it. I learned about the MT-07 rust problem. Knew about the suspension but that one is a surprise.

[@guidogbd7302]

I’ve been riding for twenty years now (I’m almost 35) and never had the chance to ride an mt07, and I think I own your dog now, but except for that, I appreciated the video! Nice job! I’d like to ride one sooner or later anyway.

[@c2protect]

Loving your videos. You have a great sense of humor and wit.

[@UrgetoRide]

Appreciate that Cory ! Thank you for watching :)

[@sleepwalker3520]

i really like your humour, and your production, theres things i can spot, i really hope the workshop fan bois dont do shit, keep doing you bro

[@UrgetoRide]

Hugely appreciated Sleepwalker. I get my style isn't everyone's cup of tea so its super encouraging to see people like yourself enjoy it ! Share around should you wish and thank you for popping by again !

[@johnmcallister8372]

I have a vfr800, Buell Cyclone, MT09, ktm 300exc, szr660, a 98 r1 and a BMW xcountry... Bought the wife an MT07... and now that's probably my favourite go to ride 99% of the time (when allowed ;)) . Nice flexible power band, great handling / brakes in spite of the cheap suspension (the MT09 is much worse) and great fuel economy the seat is more comfortable than the MT09 seat, certainly good enough for 100 mile + ride outs... and it looks great.

[@UrgetoRide]

You've got the garage of dreams John. On the MT09 suspenders, it depends what year. I've got the 16 XSR900 the suspenders of which aren't bad at all really, just wish they were more tuneable. But then at 70 kilos (72-3 I guess fully kitted?), any suspension will have an easier time with me.

[@monztermovies]

Well done! I am still riding my 2016 FZ 07 today!

[@papaAction123]

Awesome video! Very insightful. Please share similar insights on the MT-09.

[@UrgetoRide]

Appreciate it Ryan, stay tuned ! As an owner of an XSR900 I've got lots to say haha

[@tominator369]

I learned on an kawa er6-n and my first bike is my current 2018 model, I am just as much in love with it as the first time I rode it. I'm quite short (168cm/70kg) so the suspension doesn't bother me as much although I can feel it sometimes.... but man..... that engine rumble with my carbon akra is the sound of bike gods ejaculating

[@Grateful4Today]

I've got a MT07 2018, coming from an R1 2005 ( Back in the days ) It did take me some time to adjust to a CP2 in line 2 super torquey cylinders. The R1 was much smoother on acceleration being an in line 4 cylinders. Present day, whilst on a recent 12 hours trip on it I've encountered all sorts of bikes on the way ( Which I left behind ) Until a couple of new Africa Twins decided to have a go at me, next thing I know I was racing with these Africa Twins guys ( I hardly ever decline a race shoot out ) They really tried their best to show off their skills but they simply couldn't keep up with my MT 07 acceleration, they were impressed by how fast I was leaving them behind, it was fun, I'm still giggling when I think about it. I love my MT 2018 which is still in standard conditions with it's own original pipe on it. I just Luv it 💘

[@sbsb4995]

The big tyre on mt07 is a marketing gimmick. It slows down the bike actually.

[@billymouque9131]

Subbed, good format, good humour, and interesting!

[@UrgetoRide]

Welcome to the gang my man - you'll like it here !

[@scottflyingsquirrel8640]

Have enjoyed your videos (subscribed after what turned out to be only the second video, also MT-07 related) I’d like to see your take on the MT-09. I went from a 1250 Bandit to a MT-09 without any regrets. So light and nimble and that bark from 6000 revs makes me smile.

[@jesuisFORTIO]

cant wait to get mine! started with the wifes mt03 as a new rider, already tried a few more bikes including the t700 and looking foward to get a mt07

[@mlgfrog27]

I really enjoyed this video. Keep up the good work bro :)

[@UrgetoRide]

Glad you enjoyed my man, welcome to the gang :)

[@JBLMotovlogs]

Been seeing this over and over, started watching but kept turning off as I either ran out of time or feel asleep 🤣 Now I’ve finished it! It’s a cracking video, great production, presenting, research and execution! Well done mate! Just hit 13k on my 07 and still no rust 🤞🏼

[@UrgetoRide]

On one hand you tell me the video made you fall asleep, and on the other you tell me it was good, CHOOSE ONE 😂 Joking aside, thanks for tuning in !

[@JBLMotovlogs]

@@UrgetoRide lol... not like tht buddy 🤣 great video

[@macevert]

Really really good channel. Keep building it and please make that MT-09 video..!

[@MrDeepseadweller]

I’ve been riding an MT-07 for a year or so, but just bought a 2015 Daytona 675 for track use, and will keep the MT-07 for street use. Now I have the best of both worlds. I might upgrade to the MT-09SP next year when the refresh model comes out.

[@UrgetoRide]

I've been aching for a Daytona 675 for a while now. As soon as finances allow I'm going for it. Don't tell anyone, but its a GUARANTEED classic and will only go north - you're a lucky man

[@beni8978]

That's me in the beginning with my MT😂😂😂😂

[@UrgetoRide]

You absolute mad man

[@alextarttelin6396]

Your channels amazing mate. Best bike videos I’ve seen in a long time

[@islerenner]

First time viewer of your channel. I was interested until Mk.1 VW GTI reference....now I'm 100% a fan. What an incredible video! Thanks!

[@NmtRlh]

Instant sub at the "S1000RRRRRR", almost died laughing

[@Potatoesarecoolish]

I love my 2016 MT-07, and realistically the rusting isn't too much of an issue if you keep on it in terms of cleaning. Honestly, I can't think of a bike I'd replace it with, it's that fun and inexpensive.

[@josephfomichev4214]

Love the way you make videos keep it up 😄

[@andyriley6254]

Love this. Top vid really enjoy your work. I've the 07 and the 09,would love s vid on the 9!👍👍

[@michaelparks7563]

You have an awesome channel!!! I literally never tap the bell when I subscribe. But, I just did.

[@DeLaVeGaGR]

I went for a test drive, and I was instantly in love with this bike, one day I went on a bike meet up with my enduro bike and I saw a guy with a Shiver 750, I asked him if I could take it for a spin and my love for the MT-07 faded away, the overall power of the bike was about the same, but the driving feeling of the Shiver was excellent. In the end I went and bought one used with no rust issues at all, for an Italian bike I have never faced any issues, next stop the Tuono 660 ;)

[@ThatManMelvin]

Hey now! I have a 2009 XJ6 and I like it more than the newer MT07's. Ive ridden both plenty.

[@UrgetoRide]

The XJ6 is more grownup - and that definitely has its public I don't deny that!

[@peterwilson8039]

Absolutely right. The MT-07 is the bike that seems to hit the nail on the head, and would be the bike that I would buy if parting with my hard-earned money wasn't so difficult for me. The best part is that it wheelies!

[@UrgetoRide]

Second hand ones are getting really quite cheap... Be tempted my friend !

[@anonharingenamn]

I learned to ride on an MT-07. I then tried an MT-09 and decided that it would be my certain death so I got a CB 650R instead. Also insurance was "only" €650 a year, literally below half of that for an MT-09. I do miss the chugging of the MT-07 a little bit, though. Every other aspect of the Honda is superior to the MT, aside from weight and the higher price.

[@UrgetoRide]

But the CB looks sooo much handsomer. Really really good looking bike

[@nawazskrr6027]

Would that not have been a step down from mt07 to the CB?

[@koschar185]

I ride a tracer 900 2020 but whenever i saw a mt07 i looking it and i want it!! DAMNN

[@iamme2522]

I love the video especially the dig with the small hands 🤣😂😅

[@bigschnoz]

Excellent production and presentation on this, very professional, TV presenter of the future?

[@UrgetoRide]

Means a lot to me Steve, appreciate it. You see with TV you would never get such direct feedback from the community. You lose a lot of personal touch - I would never want to give that away.

[@UrgetoRide]

@Felipe Ortiz Hahahaha oh well anything to help the Kind of Spain ! 😂

[@motordemic]

12:31 that skit is beautiful 😂😂

[@vegarosa69]

Sigh, another bike I want in my garage. Anyway, excellent video. Your channel is so underrated.

[@bikewolf7455]

its crazy how fun the MT07 actually is. you wouldnt believe it until you rode one. only thing i immediately disliked was the seat

[@HightLink]

Had a Mt-07 at the driving school, super nice bike!

[@Chasepres]

Really well made video! You earned the sub!

[@Nogathenightmare]

Amazing editing for a decade that'd be best remembered by giving yourself a concussion to forget it. I'm glad I learned at least some of the highlights of the decade when it comes to two wheel fun. Now I really hope Maccies does a promo with the NM4 just for shits and giggles

[@UrgetoRide]

My pleasure good sir ! And YES, I say McDonalds you're missing an opportunity here 😂 Fair to say I'm not getting a job in advertising anytime soon. Hire me and lose 50% of your client base !

[@hanae7Ing]

Love it 😻 excellent video

[@nickclarkuk]

You teased an MT09 video . Yes please ! :)

[@DeejayP999]

Even after a lot of bigger bikes, I really liked my MT07. But three years from new and mine had rust sprouting all over.

[@JohnSmith-ef8nr]

The steel swingarm is awfull, but you can fit a alloy one from a Tracer 700.

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

You really do have a way with presentation that just makes much information most enjoyable - I'm a GSA Adventure rider but now am considering a T7... Well, at least adding to the harem in any case... Much thanks for all you do!

[@UrgetoRide]

My absolute pleasure - and lucky man, a GSA and T7 garage combo is all you could ever need

[@pavan151]

AHHH we really need that MT-09 video!

[@WeedzZard]

HOW THIS CHANNEL HAVE ONLY 1,4K SUBS???? Great job, awesome video

[@UrgetoRide]

Good question ! Working on increasing it, shit is unacceptable ! 😆 Thanks for the kind words Ravi 🤜🤛

[@2lbsTrigrPull]

Dunno, but all the rust pics are from riders located in the UK. And everybody knows that the UK is surrounded by salty sea air and the weather there isn't great either. So yeah, things tend to rust their pretty quickly. But I have to agree that they rust relatively fast. Not the frame in my case, but the sheet metal holder for the ECU rusted where the ECU had contact to it. I can't compare it to other makes, but rust on a two year old well maintained bike that spends its off time in a dry garage is pretty bad.

[@UrgetoRide]

Precisely, I'm sure an MT07 in California would be fine, but down here where it rains.. quite often, it CAN become a big concern..

[@_DEX_-]

Bikes aside, your comedy is on point 😆

[@DragosRDS]

Superb presentation, subscribed !!! I will stick with you for a while :))) Salutations from Romania

[@UrgetoRide]

Subscribing is a forever deal. No 'for a while' here mister !

[@motordemic]

Where has this channel been all my life?

[@antapps]

Great job 👍. Awesome video

[@kickstart5093]

I've had an fz07 for the pas couple of years and can confirm a couple spots get rusty. Trying my best to take good care of it now though, I love the thing it's problems for now are so worth it.

[@UrgetoRide]

Highly recommend ACF50 or similar (although ACF is best from my personal experience).

[@PeterVred]

Fun video! I’m definitely going to check out the MT 09 (I hate rust).

[@hollywood84660]

Bravo dude this video was excellent. Subscribed

[@UrgetoRide]

Thank you good man, appreciated ! Welcome aboard 🤜🤛

[@grumpyrider8801]

add a 2022 MT07 to my stable, sitting alongside a 2003 HD lowrider and a 2014 HD street glide special. this little weight is just about the perfect machine for this 53 year old 5'5: 160 lb. American. My biggest issue is the seat. IT sucks. I've done 1124 miles in 22 hours on my street glide and 826 in 18 1/2 hours on my low rider.. 2 hours on the MT is a chore, Guess I'll be modifying it like I did the HD's. the factory suspension is tremendous compared the HD's even with them upgraded to progressives, as far as the switch size again I'm a small person so no problem The sound of the Dominator exhaust is amazing. vert happy purchase

[@themaster5092]

Plzzz make a video about the mt 09!!!! And i just wanna say this is my first vid of your channel and i love it !! + 1 sub

[@UrgetoRide]

You rock, thanks for the sub ! All I can say is that the MT09 is in the writing stages ! Won't be the next Unwrapped though as I don't want people to think I'm a Yammy shill with two episodes on them back to back haha Welcome to the club !

[@savardr6]

You know what you are talkin about!! Great video mate!!

[@UrgetoRide]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Stick around 🤜🤛

[@romanpavlovic6826]

Still waitin' for that MT-09 video :D P.S. great potential, subscribed

[@UrgetoRide]

I promise it's coming ! Writing up a few models - and the MT09 is definitely one of them. Welcome to the gang Roman! When are we going bowling cousin?

[@romanpavlovic6826]

@@UrgetoRide 😂😂 better be on my way then, cuuuz

[@okcjoesos]

Good content + entertainment = new subscriber.

[@christopherpearn4306]

Really entertaining and informative video!

[@UrgetoRide]

Glad you enjoyed it Chris

[@surferdude642]

I used to own a 1999 VFR800, bought new. The saying was "if you own one bike, this is the one" How true, great bike. For me, 5'5" 140 lbs, the MT07 is better, just needs a better seat and a decent windscreen for longer rides. Easily done. Mine is a 2016.

[@UrgetoRide]

Coming from the Viffer the MT07 must feel soooo light and agile. Definitely got two of the all time best bikes there

[@Boxer4ever]

This is some good Moto talk. Knowledge is fantastic

[@soulrebelno1]

I'm going for my full licence through the Honda training school, and have been looking for my next bike. The MT-07 was one I was looking at, plus the KTM 790 Duke, and the KTM 890 Duke, but for various reasons I think I'll be giving them a miss. I've been out on a Honda CB650R, and it's a peach of a bike. It also looks fantastic, I could look at it all day, and it's very refined. Those four swept exhaust pipes which pay homage to the Honda CB400F of 1975, just look great, along with the rest of the bike. Plus, you know the CB650R is going to be reliable; it's a Honda. You won't be going back and forth to the dealer (KTM), it's going to start in the morning, and it definitely won't rust after a few 1000 miles on the clock. I also found the CB650R easier to ride than my Honda CB125R! If you complete the Honda training course, Honda will also give you £500 off a new bike, so the CB650R looks very tempting. An MT-07 might beat it off the line, but it will run out of puff, and the CB650R will leave it in its wake! Then there is Triumph. A second-hand Triumph Street Triple is very high on my list, but, there's a fly in the ointment. Triumph are launching the Triumph Trident triple on 30th October! That looks like it will be more than a match for the MT-07, and it's bang up-to-date. It's an entry level middle-weight, so it will be a lot cheaper than the Street Triple, and with less power the bets are it will have a 675cc unit. From the teaser photos, it looks fantastic. It'll probably be up to Triumph's usual standards as well, and therefore will be reliable. The reality is, for now, my decision will probably be dictated by the insurance costs. My aim eventually, is a brand new Triumph Street Triple RS in maybe two to three years time, fingers crossed.

[@UrgetoRide]

Looks like you got your shit carefully planned :) Can't say I disagree with any of the statements. I too started out with a Honda and it thought me how to ride rather than how to fix/or learn the route to the dealer for repairs . And it was light on my wallet. Can't recommend the Japanese enough for first bikes honestly.

[@soulrebelno1]

​@@UrgetoRide I also fancy a BMW R 1250 GS! I'm doing the Direct Access Scheme with Honda, it's a bit more expensive, but all the CB650R's are new, my instructor is excellent, and the family who run the training school are really nice. My DAS lessons start next week, and I can't wait to get back on a CB650R. I did my CBT on a 16-year-old Suzuki RV125 VanVan, the rest of the kit was old and smelly. It was July, but it poured down all day, and it was freezing - never again!

[@nolimits7076]

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[@yassim0008]

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[@UrgetoRide]

Appreciate the support loads Neo 🤜🤛

[@mckricks1]

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