I'd Rather Own an MT07 than an MT09 - Here's Why

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[@yammienoob]

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[@i5ypl4yzz17]

Too bad I'm in the UK

[@the_mumbaiguy4258]

Indian guy 5,9 weight 55kgs. On busy indian road and occasionally touring between the different states. What would you suggest???

[@robertjennings6176]

I'm a very hefty fellow at a semi-solid 330lbs I just purchased a 92 Honda nighthawk 750 and was wandering if I bought too much bike for a beginner??? Please poppa yam I need advice

[@Abyss-Will]

do you send to Argentina???

[@twistedwrist7371]

Yammie Noob what are the difference between the fz07 vs Xsr 700...and the fz09 vs xsr900?

[@Sean_Lightning_OBrien]

Yam: Id rather own an MT-07 Me: Id like to afford an MT-03

[@n8n8n8n]

There is an option called "bank credit"

[@A1i3N337]

These bikes are pretty cheap to finance if you can put down a large down payment.

[@69mashedpatatoes]

@@A1i3N337 Yeah, I just bought a 2017 FZ-07 with only 6k miles used at a dealership for 7k with tax and everything included. I put 4k downpayment in cash and pay 78$ a month for the next 3 years to build my credit up until I drop the rest and pay it off completely very affordable, not a headache.

[@hellize4212]

@@n8n8n8n which is for morons

[@alexanderortega1368]

@@A1i3N337 i put down zero down payment on my mt 07 and its only 120 a month. insurance is 180 a year for full coverage. no reason most people cant afford one.

[@drumbum7999]

off the showroom floor for $5k? yeah that's wrong

[@macc1370]

Yeah give me an address of that dealership and a time machine!

[@chefriz5486]

LOL maybe 7250

[@giorgioalruggieri9189]

off the showroom floor for 8k. Idk where the video got 5k. I mean, if you want a warranty its 1.5k minimum dealer fees is another 500 dollars. If you pay cash another 500 dollars on top. If you lease your interest on the bike will be around 1k anyways. PLUS full coverage insurance if you lease which with smart insurance is 100 dollars a month. With large insurances its like 500 a month. Plus registration fee. Please tell me how that adds up to 5k. Literally bought a new one in january in Tucson Az.

[@amateurhobbyist]

Maybe MT-03 for $5,000.

[@SkyLinMegas]

Maybe he ment as a used bike in show room condition ...or as a left over new old stock Who knows

[@Silenti620]

I've owned an MT-07 for 2 years and ~13k miles, my present bike is an MT-09 SP with 12k miles. It's hard to choose which is better to be honest. MT-07: value for money, more balanced bike (more weight on front wheel), better riding position. Inspires confidence and makes you smile every time you ride it. Minuses: finish quality like paint, rust, the suspension (upgraded to Ohlins), brakes a little weak, power drops pretty early in the revs. MT-09 SP: better engine, brakes, suspension, no frame flex. Huge adrenaline rush. Minuses: poor weight distribution (too much on back) - fixable with shock preload and taller rear tire, weird position - you can't easily hold on to the bike when going hard because pegs are too forward and seat tank don't offer much support, even after ECU flash throttle still quite snatchy which is a problem mainly on bad roads, does not inspire confidence, quite the contrary, you have to focus very seriously on controlling it. I guess it depends on what you want. Fun - MT-07. Challenge - MT-09. I love them both but MT-09 is harder to recommend, no doubt about it.

[@rileyhughes5613]

I've heard a lot of complaints about the brakes on the MT-07. Is it the feel or the stopping power? Do you think a quick pad upgrade would help?

[@MrRui33333]

@@rileyhughes5613 yes , é so trocar as pastilhas , procura aqui por upgrad travoes mt 07 e 09 ! chang the pads , the diference is sooo big !! ainda assim a mt 07 trava , bem, mas com esse upgrad fica melhor ! algo q talvez venha a fazer na minha mt 07

[@Gorlami90]

But you did get a bigger bike

[@WideAwakeHuman]

that was a better more concise comparison than the video lol... I'm about to pull the trigger on an MT07

[@befreecosmos2769]

Just picked up an R7. It might be the fix for the issues you have identified.

[@DRock2k6]

As someone who owns an MT09. I.....disagree....

[@MexicanGamer123]

Darf I agree with you

[@Vlamyncksken]

Sounds like an ungrounded flex. I mean, what do you disagree with?

[@xsr_dirt]

But have you owned an MT07 as well? I've had both. I like the MT07 better, and that's what I own now.

[@DRock2k6]

@@xsr_dirt I didnt feel like fit well on the MT-07, but damn that twin sounds good.

[@DRock2k6]

@@Vlamyncksken Not sure what you mean. I like the styling better, the feel of the 3 cylinder. I think you missed the joke, everyone has an opinion and is entitled to it.

[@Zazizzlicious]

Says the guy who loves 3 cylinder engines

[@yoloxxjd1]

Things That Go right. Like he hasn’t owned 3 Daytona 675’s and swears by them 😂

[@yammienoob]

Things That Go there’s more to a bike than it’s engine

[@happa_hunter6209]

@@yammienoob yammie just stop dude. There is alot of mt09 owners. No need to keep bringing it up. Don't make a group of riders mad at ya man regardless if you are correct or not. Let us mt09 boys enjoy it, and you can keep your opinion neutral or to yourself. I feel your too big of an influence on motorcycles to single out a group of riders. Especially being a more popular platform

[@Zazizzlicious]

@@yammienoobI know man, I'm just playfully jabbing at ya. All bikes are awesome. I had the time of my life getting my endorsement while taking the MSF course on a 125cc bike. I feelz ya bro.

[@Zazizzlicious]

@@yammienoob my weapon of choice is a Triumph Speed Triple RS. It's overkill, but I still love it.

[@xsr_dirt]

I went XSR900 to MT07. Kept the XSR900 for about 8 months before moving it on. Have now had the MT07 for 15 months with no plans of selling it. It wasn't about money for me at all, I have enough to own either bike. But as a daily commuter the MT07 sounds better, is lighter, is smaller and just overall a whole lot more fun to get on and boogie. With upgraded suspension it's now the best bike I've ever owned (out of 30+ other bikes).

[@barrydinh]

Can you share the experience with suspension upgrade? Thanks.

[@xsr_dirt]

@@barrydinh I managed to find a used Ohlins for the rear, just the base version with preload and rebound damping. That made a huge difference to both control and comfort. Then I went with Cogent DDC emulators in the forks which sorted them out well enough to match the performance of the rear. You could go full blown cartridges in the forks and a shock with hi/low compression and rebound adjustment but for a commuter / daily rider that can be overkill. If you're hitting the twistied hard every weekend then that might be the way to go.

[@jeffk1485]

I'm 50, have been riding for over 35 years, and I just picked up a used FZ-07 as a project. It's a wonderful bike no matter what your skill level. If you slap a good shock on it and re-work the front suspension, you'll be blown away how it can blast the canyons. In the right hands, it will go as fast or faster than the people who spent two to three times as much on their rides. The best thing Yamaha could do, in my opinion, is offer an SP model with fully-adjustable suspension from the factory.

[@nogroup5861]

I'm usually on the bang for buck wagon, but I still like the XSR900 better: ● Almost every reviewer talks about XSR700's front end feeling unstable at high speeds and the XSR900 fixing that. That alone is a dealbreaker for me. ● I'd rather get the bike with more power out of the box already than spending a small fortune on mods. ● Paralel twins are more "pedestrian" than inline 3s. ● The backlighting on the XSR900's speedo transforms an average looking thing into something cool. ● The small visual tweaks made to the XSR900 make it look better to my eyes. ● I'm not building a scrambler. ● The riding position and the gearing is street oriented on the XSR900 too, it's not a sportbike, with the plus it can be almost as fast as a 600RR if you really want to push it. I see no problem there. ● You can use a low power driving mode on the XSR900 if you feel overwhelmed, so it's not totally noob unfriendly and you have more room to grow into it. Oh well, that's just me after researching these bikes a lot. Yamaha did a lovely thing.

[@CarbonR6]

no group my XSR900 is not stable at high speed it’s one of my biggest complaint

[@nogroup5861]

@@CarbonR6 Yeah, people comment it getting scary the fastest you go, but it's still better than the 700 at that, they say. Congrats for the bike!

[@RareX]

I feel like the instability comes from the wind and riding position, tucking in (lol tucked into the windshieldless tank) seems to help a lot to stabilize the bike. I can maintain 235kmh confidently, and with a good roads 254kmh feels alright, assuming it's not a windy day.

[@munchiesgaming3067]

People saying the Mt09 / XSR900 is unstable at high speed are probably the dumbest riders on the face of the planet. What do expect on naked bike?

[@Max-yy3lz]

@no group So you haven't ridden any of those?

[@jordanwilliams4526]

I just bought a used 2015 FZ-07 with 2300 miles for my first bike. And its amazing!! Thanks for the awesome vidoes!

[@beans4269]

Stay safe

[@Taterchip871]

From someone who has been riding for over 28 years. I agree 100% about the 650cc class bikes. I have had fast bikes of my own and rode many friends bikes that are fast. I still come back to that class bike. There is a reason I sold my Z900 to get a Vitpilen 701 and it wasn't just the styling.

[@blakeleupp3725]

Buying my first bike in June, got my eyes on a left over 2019 Mt07 🤩

[@Finterifyell]

you cant go wrong with the mt07

[@monty-9269]

Go for it

[@doncarr9435]

Whatever type bike you buy, you’ll love it. And then you’ll want another type...and another, etc.

[@kadeaugsburger6764]

just make sure when you drop it for the first time you learn, If you never dropped your bike you never learned right

[@Aj-eg6vp]

Blake Leupp that was my first bike it’s been 7 months and I don’t regret it at all

[@simonthomas5367]

Hey Yam. Couldn't agree more. Got a great deal on my first Tracer 700 after completing my A2 training here in France. Such a flexible bike. Can use it every day as a commuter but also did my first road trip from Lyon to Antibes on the Route de Napoléon!! Perfect.

[@ShinigamiShionZ]

MT07 for life boy! Got my 20 plate MT07 two months ago and this shit is fire. Was debating between this and an MT09 but then decided to keep the MT07 and purchase an R6. My mrs can ride my MT07 restricted once she passes her test until she is confident and I've got my sports bike. win win

[@dsgr6164]

Insurance is dirt cheap for an XSR700. I'd still pick an MT09, that triple sound with a Yoshi pipe gets me going.

[@NudaMan]

DSGR straight pipe is even better 😈

[@drewmorg.]

@@NudaMan Austin Racing GP1R ...disgustingly sexy noise

[@trailrider1980]

I pay $25 dollars a month full cover for an mt09 2018, Dairyland. And yes, I have the yoshi pipe too....

[@franktherealist481]

@@trailrider1980 I own a 2001 Honda CBR600F4i and I pay $196.00 on insurance a year here in Ct. I guess being 52 has its perks. 😎

[@IowasDirtyCivilian]

I'm at $90 per month and I got the Akrapovic pipe on her. Oh my goodness

[@thomascrownbuerger]

Oh, Yamz. It's the weekend and there's a quarantine. We watchin' alllll the videos.

[@discotex2236]

I'm 5'10", 150 lbs and ride an MT03. I rented an MT07 for two days to ride in the mountains of Chiang Mai. I had two problems. In tight switch backs the rear kept slipping, very creepy, never happens on the 03. I was very careful with the throttle but to get up the mountain it needed throttle! Next, the ride was ruffer than the 03. I've learned some about the suspension issues and maybe the rear spring was cranked all the way up? Otherwise I loved it. I sat on an XSR700 and it didn't feel comfortable to me. Also, I don't think the XSR is suitable for a rear rack and small windscreen. I learned to ride in Thailand doing over 75,000K now and dig your channel. By the way, I can't imagine learning to ride on anything over 150cc, especially here in Asia.

[@wadigga3810]

The forks need 15w oil and shorter spacers and the suspension needs an ohlins

[@canadianchungus701]

Me looking at this video, 25, not licensed, did not even learn how to ride a bicycle yet, from CANADA - "dang, Yammie is on point there

[@Von715]

Im not licensed too but been riding for 4 months now everyday, police aint stopping me for some reason 😜

[@ryankerrigan5255]

I love my '19 MT09. Can't beat the sound of a triple.

[@YamahaR12015]

I picked up a 2019 aswell. Love it to death. I def prefer it over the mt07 and even the mt10

[@tedmiller2334]

Potato Cube, you should pull the forks and do the spacer/heavy oil fix as Dave Moss prescribes.

[@nigelflegg6136]

I've had both (MT09SP is my current bike) - I loved the MT07 but the 09 is way, way better in almost every respect.

[@chrish5436]

I so totally agree, I adore my MT09. I used to have the FZ09 2014 version, but really liked the updates on this bike in 2017.

[@stefanpetrov8]

Would you say a novice could start on an MT-09? Not a total novice, ridden a few dirt bikes and an MT-07 several times.

[@Liphzzy]

@@stefanpetrov8 I started on the MT09 (1st gen), was a passenger on other bikes quite often, including a turbo hayabusa actually, and I do think it is possible to start on the MT09, but I also see how it would be a stupid decision for a lot of people. It has quite a lot of power and and the wrong hands, this could be literally fatal.

[@labwid9567]

I agree 100%

[@dariomladenovski7047]

yeah I have MT 07 2019 and I think Yammie is capping hard, the new MT09 is superior in every aspect, brakes, suspension, features( the MT 07 is a bear bones bike)

[@robertpetersson7182]

Ive got an mt-07 2020 on the way, I will be able to pick it up in a week or a week and a half. Can’t wait😄

[@hmz01_]

should have got one off craigslist or some, would have been way cheaper

[@seattlegrrlie]

CONGRATULATIONS

[@drewmorg.]

@@hmz01_ Just get a 2018 leftover. They are under $5k brand new ... you cannot beat that even on a used deal unless you are getting one in mint condition with low miles and some mods for like $4k for it to be worth it

[@rogerkay8603]

Got my XSR7 on Thursday :)

[@aaronellsworth5906]

Just picked up my MT 07 the other day! I've loved it so far

[@phantomog8457]

Papa yam please bless me, I'm going to have my motorcycle driver license test soon !

[@freddierobinson9467]

Phantom OG GOOD LUCK

[@phantomog8457]

@@freddierobinson9467 Thank you !

[@samuelq1971]

Phantom OG Really close to 50 subscribers. Anyone would help me I would really appreciate it!

[@jonathanr9619]

Study!!! Good luck!

[@phantomog8457]

@@jonathanr9619 Thank you ! I'm doing my best :)

[@tedd5587]

I just upgraded from my Honda cbr 250 to 2015 Yamaha MT-07, and these my 07 videos keep coming up now, so exciting !

[@nashman894]

I have a 2019 mt-07 and I’ve had it for 2 months, it was my 1st bike and I love it to death! Just waiting on better weather to keep riding it!

[@rubberneck2855]

My go to these days is a FJR1300. Bought it four years ago but only bonding with it now. Maybe I'm growing older. Riding slower these days. Loving the big bike feel.

[@4play699]

“Here’s your baggie” hahaha. That was quite accurate

[@wymanbarber]

Got my XSR700 last year. Coming up on 2k miles already. I don’t even know why I have a car anymore. It’s my first bike ever, and it’s been the smoothest transition to riding I could’ve ever asked for. Highly highly highly recommend this bike 🤙

[@divinedesign09]

started on a 650 naked 10/10 would recommend

[@thursdayfan]

2009 Gladius here. Currently riding a 2017 V-Strom 650. 10/10 recommend 650 nakeds. Really 650 anything

[@EchoConstellation]

As a second bike for around town? Sure. First “big” bike after a 300 class? Sure. As the primary bike for a regular rider, probably not. The MT-09 is notably smoother on the highway, and has more juice is you track day. And if you’re looking for a do anything motorcycle and not a hooligan, the MT-09 Tracer is fantastic. It takes some bar effort, but I dragged pegs a ton in the twisties on a Tracer 900 I rented.

[@EchoConstellation]

The new MT-09’s have far nicer throttling. A mode is still a touch twitchy (way better than before), but the other modes smooth out a lot. It’s also not a liter bike. I prefer my 390 over my S1000RR in town since you can stretch it’s legs and run through the gears at reasonable speeds. The MT-09 isn’t like a liter bike though, you can still stretch it out and have fun without criminal speeding.

[@thursdayfan]

I've got a V-Strom 650 as my only vehicle and put on significantly more mileage than most other motorcyclists. 33000 miles last year alone. 650 class bikes are pretty much the perfect choice. If it's too slow for you, you're not riding it right Personally not a fan of the Tracer 900/MT09 but that's largely ergonomics and suspension. Not that I'm a fan of the MT09 engine anyway, I find it boring

[@ricworks]

Could explain how come its boring? Tracer, Mt09 and xsr are fresher than traditional vstrom Has More than enough hp + Its torquey + aftermarket exhaust = smiles & fun

[@edenlawton4358]

@@thursdayfan bro what, stock the mt09 will outrun an r1 to 220 kph, with an ecu flash it will keep pulling to 250 plus. Plus with an akra carbon full system it screams. It is literally such a good engine you imbecile. Mt07 is for beginners. Bloody V storm rider, last v storm rider I talked to said it was his third v storm. "if its too slow you aren't riding right" nah bro its just too slow

[@robbykrs5166]

@@thursdayfan V-Strom 650 and you call an MT09 boring… okay😂

[@jacobraydesign]

i was trying to pick between the two.... i live in mexico with lots of speed bumps.... This was svery helpful. I wanted a trackday bike, a bike to go up mountain roads, and of course a fun city bike... you literally made me realize the 9 just isn't the best choice for all that.... thank you:)

[@krisv5591]

Could you make a video of your top 1 favorite bike from each brand you have ridden? Would be cool to hear

[@marcosguevara9861]

Anyone else wanna light up with Spite and Yam after that intro? I remember the vlog where Yammie was stuck behind a truck smoking pot and he laughed like a man who knows. I might be wrong, but a boy can dream.

[@Shack4Senkai]

I've been riding a 2017 Mt-07 motocage edition for like 3 years and I couldn't be any happier. Hands down the best bike ever.

[@edgarpavia912]

These are factoids 🙏🏽

[@lestersantillan396]

watching from asia philippines mabuhay 👌 Its Always the value for money thing , more power man

[@NilupulMalinda]

I love my FZ-07. What an awesome bike! I bought mine with 8000+ miles on for $4700. It's a very affordable; fuel-efficient; hooligan; torque-monster. However, if you get a FZ-07, it's a must to get rid of that wimpy stock exhaust. I installed a Two Brothers S1R full exhaust system on mine. Boy oh boy, what a difference it made. I even removed the dB killer, so that my neighbors would love me more. Lol 😂😂😂 However, I must admit that I also have a huge crush on the MT-09.

[@NudaMan]

Can’t leave out a old/new Sv650😪 might pick one up for $1,700 with 25k miles 🙏🏾😈

[@farmoboy83]

Sv650 is amazing. Bought a 2005 model with 35000miles to replace a bandit 1200. The sv is fun fun fun and power wise more than you will ever need on streets or highways

[@farmoboy83]

@@Fee.1 sv is suzuki not yamaha. Sv is a true v-twin engine while mt07 is a parallel twin with transverse crankcase. Power wise very similar both bikes. Sv heavier but more balanced and probably slightly better suspension. Both very good bikes for the money

[@NudaMan]

Fee Sv is Suzuki lmao

[@thursdayfan]

@@farmoboy83 There's no question that the SV has better suspension, the MT07 suspension (as far as I'm concerned) should be a mandatory upgrade. The SV suspension isn't amazing by any stretch of the imagination but it's good enough. The MT07 suspension is just outright dangerous Ridden the gen 3 SV650 a few times, the 2019 MT07 2-3 times, put 29000 miles on a Gladius, currently own a V-Strom 650. Out of everything I've gotten a chance to ride, the MT07 is easily in my top 3 for worst suspension

[@thursdayfan]

If it's in good condition, snatch it up ASAP

[@capz3217]

That's all fine, but I really wanted an upside down fork, because it just looks so much nicer. So, yeah, now I got an XSR 900.

[@markbaarsbergen36]

Great to hear from an experienced rider. Have my 07 since 2015, my first bike (since my yamaha pw50 when I was 10 ;) and indeed thought about moving to an 09. now after 8yrs. I only have 10K riding exper. Under the belt, having seen this vid I’ll hold on to it a little longer 👍🏻

[@benpielstick]

"Yammie, more power is always better!" There, it has been said.

[@MrKillerbeast18]

Papa yam thanks for doing this video because i was already looking at getting an mt 07 or an mt 09 your a blessing to my decision

[@linserr90]

If you upgrade the suspension, brakes, levers and mirrors you have a really good handling fun bike. This is coming from a previous mt 07 owner!

[@viperq]

I like the sound of 270 Parallel twins than inline threes.

[@Seandaguy]

I get you , i prefer as well to have a ninja 400 then a 900cc , 400-600cc bikes are enough for you to do highway speeds and to be a lil hooligan on them sometimes , you can actually use those machines , but ofc if you plan on doing track then yea get a bigger cc bike

[@Gaverny]

9:50 - "That scooter bro is just stoickly sitting there." 😎

[@mediaproductionpro]

10:45 Watching Yams pull into the Domain is such a trippy experience.

[@rohankumarbadaik6550]

Man 5 grand is the price of 2019 R3 in India.. sadly its discontinued fir emission norms 😭😭

[@fivespeed3026]

Rohan Kumar Badaik He’s wrong, you can’t buy a new XSR-700 for $5000. Maybe a used one with 15,000 miles and a few scratches.

[@harrysingh199]

Every bike is costly except the KTM

[@jameswhite1692]

Thanks YammieN, I have ridden both, bought the MT09 here in Aus and loved it. I say loved as I recently sold it :( (Covid Cash Crunch) and I'm thinking the MTO7(HO) here might be the better all rounder and preformance value option for me as I like road riding and commuting as few days a week. TBH the 09 scared me a fair bit at times but the power and sound was intoxicating. - Nice review - thanks -James

[@EdEffBrnt331]

All this talk of twitchy throttle. My 2020 is buttery smooth no matter the mode I’m in. I love my mt09.

[@alexanderswander8176]

You can get a simple tune to fix that right?I have a 15' and its only bad if I hit a massive bump in the road

[@curiousotter6017]

Driving through the Domain! Shout out to a fellow Austinite!

[@spreilly71]

Its refreshing to hear this. Honestly after riding both the 09 was a 1 trick pony for me whereas i had a nonstop smile on the 07. It has plenty of power, turns better, and doesnt look bloated

[@at9670]

@No_Name not with a good exhaust, it sounds mean

[@frankmark787]

Put the Akra or the Arrow in it and you’ll hear nothing but music

[@dariomladenovski7047]

​@@frankmark787you mean Yoshi

[@kakkacarmenelectra7229]

Having owned an 07, the biggest issue is the rusty swing arm. Be prepared to maintain it a lot, or prepared to swap it out

[@Deadpoolinho]

Never had a 07, but the 09 is amazing. That torque is juste something else.

[@glenr834]

Really enjoy when you go a bit nuts like when you borrowed that s1000rr from that dude

[@troublingleaf]

I've ridden the 09, it was awesome, I didn't really notice the snappy throttle and I thought it was really smooth, I had been riding the original mt03 (660 single cylinder and the most fun I've had on the road) I don't like the look of the 07 otherwise I'd be looking at one. Currently riding a vfr750 rc24, don't like it at all, it's fast and reliable but it's way too tame, I had the vfr400 nc24, it was amazing, more power isn't more fun on the roads, round a track maybe, but I find more power is more confidence, which to me is less fun... Where's the thrill if you know you can do it safely?

[@219arun]

Gotta love papa yams business plan. 2 years ago, papa would hesitantly tell you how he wrecked two daytonas and rode an fz 09 and an R3 and nothing much more. Now he buys different kinds of motors and experiences them all and then gives them away to get new bikes, expanding his library. And slyly behind the scene he stretches his baby legs on trails on the ducati so that he doesn't embarrass himself when he buys an off road bike to give away. Cool stuff

[@keithd87]

When I tried the MT07, it felt really weird how the front end feels SO light! I was actually afraid of turning roundabouts etc. It was my main decision not to go for it. Unfortunately, I cannot test ride the XSR700 but does it feel also light from the front end compared to the MT07? Thanks.

[@thursdayfan]

Ridden the XSR700 and MT07. The front end definitely feels light on both but I found the rear shock on the MT07 to be a pogo stick. In my opinion, the XSR front end felt more stable. Riding it didn't feel dangerous

[@yachatruc]

Between the Tracer 900 and the Tracer 700. Would it be the same 700 pick taking its use in equation?

[@JulianDaniel2003]

Its a free giveaway, just 1 dollar per entry? Hmmmm🧐

[@wesavage1]

I have a 2018 r1 and I'm strongly thinking about getting this to cruise around town on.

[@realMysta]

What do you think is comparable with loads of tech built in? Def hard to find lower cc with tech until recently

[@kamerider7203]

Had a ‘17 FZ-07, decided I was looking for more room, power, refinement. I went for the Tracer 900, and I couldn’t be happier. Regarding the fueling, CP3 bikes have gotten way better from the factory. B mode = FZ-07 power delivery to me, in case anyone is concerned about the step up being too much. I spend 90% of my time in STD mode, the rest in A mode.

[@videopro09]

I'm considering upgrading to the tracer too. I just keep hearing about the death throttle of the MT-09 platform and how the bike scares the crap out of everyone. Hows the throttle response?

[@kamerider7203]

Greg Reil I heard a lot about that when I went to test ride the Tracer. I started the test ride in B mode, and it was so smooth I was in STD mode within 30 seconds. Tried A mode that ride too, but A takes a little working into. STD is still pretty smooth on day 1. I think all the scary throttle stories are from the older FZ-09s before they remapped and re-sprung them in ‘18 I believe.

[@BluRoseChris]

Hey yammie noob , how to remove a stripped flywheel cover ( rotor on the inside that is covering stator ) from a 1999 Yamaha YZF R1 , Please help me

[@marekgalecki142]

Yammie where can you get them for under $5000, here in California they are still $7500

[@danlove4270]

Yeah they ain’t five grand that is how much the R3 is here in MN

[@seanoconnor3233]

still love my 2017 ninja 650.. the parallel twin does everything I want given my skill level... the only thing I don't like is that it doesn't have that sweet 4 cylinder super sport sound... my stock exhaust is damn quiet. haha

[@aidenmornay]

Good review

[@iodineclip]

i like the gp duals leovince that you put on the previous mt07 more than this exhaust, i think it looks better for the xsr.

[@Chestwolf]

A year later and I'm still trying to find one of those "$5k off the showroom floor" XSR 700's lol

[@GoBIGclan]

3:00 those are pretty good graphics

[@nathaniversonmurphy1657]

Been set to Ultra High 😂

[@FelixCarrasquel]

Ridge wallets ad even when they aren't a sponsor of this video xD

[@tominator369]

The mt07 i own now is also my first bike. Absolutely perfect for me. It is a 35 kw version which i bought of a 20 year old dude. So i learned on it with a little restriction. Im really curious how it will ride stock

[@Tousain]

tominator369 I’m looking to get exactly the same as you. Would you say you’ve made a good choice?

[@wasifsalam3080]

Did you see the turn signals after he put the front wheel down in the beginning.

[@edhernandez6333]

That xsr700 (with that colorway) will always be my dream first bike lol

[@mattk6272]

How does the 689cc handle touring tho? I'm looking for a naked bike for a weekend cruiser that I can also take out on a cross country tour once a summer. So far I was thinking of going with the mt09

[@amishbhadwa7104]

Yammie : I'd rather Own a Mt07 Me : I'd Rather own a Turbo Busa

[@theincredible9168]

I'm guessing you're a brotha

[@RBAERO]

I have an MT07 great bike. The only point to improve for me is the suspension but only noticeable in high speeds. You use what exhaust on this video? And this city you ride is Austin Texas?

[@PhilipBeresford]

Yammie, MT07 or Ducati Scrambler as a fun torquey twin for the street?

[@Dude13450]

I'm a guy that normally goes for "smaller bikes" (think like 400cc) which are perfect for commuters, but sometimes they're a little lacking...and I also want a bigger bike for potential road trips. How would an FZ/MT 07 do for long rides, after someone buys a universal windscreen + mount? Right now got my eyes on the Vulcan S, W800, MT07, or possibly a smaller v-twin cruiser like the Vulcan 800, but I'm really digging the Yamaha "07 engine" sound and that good mixed low-high RPM power.

[@keithert]

The MT-09 has a lot more upright sitting position then the 07. That makes me more interested in the 09.

[@Somchai007]

I didn't know that. Is that true for the 2021/22 models?

[@brittanylafferty8095]

Another by product of my beautiful fz6 fazer. They are great bikes you can ride so long on so comfortably. Amazing.

[@hashemfathi1646]

you are truly the master of marketing with that subscription and entry thing...

[@Yamahog]

Good Vid, Yam,..... I would have expected Wayyy more riders on the road, than just scooter due and the couple riding 2-up . Is it because of lock-down in Austin ?? Ciao

[@_streimi_]

Is the 2020 Ninja 650 a goof beginners bike? I did some research, but is there anything more powerful for A2 class for the same price? What I really like regarding optics are Kawasaki's green, the mirrors and the not side-mounted blinkers

[@alibaba02121996]

The fuelling on the MT09 is still a little wonky. Still feels detached from the engine. To the point where I felt more comfortable on the MT10 which is super powerful but has a beautiful throttle IMO.

[@urbansherpa]

I’m 55y. Owned 8/9 bikes. Many miles. Full of opinions. I bought the 900 after trying both at a local Yamaha dealer. I would say that the 700 has more than enough usable power and poise, especially for a buyer of lesser experience. Although I’m an older guy, I still enjoy riding aggressively sometimes, and I didn’t think the 700 was lacking in any way, I would be happy to own one. Most importantly, it was what I’d expected. When I tried the 900 I was truly amazed. The engine is fantastic. The acceleration was strong and linear for as much as I wanted. It was a lot more motorcycle than I’d expected, so I bought one. Bat Black, with bar-ends and added a QS , blah, blah. I’ve ridden many quick bikes, and the XSR900 was up there. Handles well enough, and I swear I can hear sparks sometimes. Very happy with it after several thousand. If you’re a new rider, I would suggest that the 900 is a LOT faster than you think it is.

[@BikesVansandThings]

XSR700 / XSR900 or MT07 for 6'3 rider? Think I need to test all three?

[@bparker]

Wow you've ridden a lot of bikes Yammie!

[@shadowvilln711]

I regret not joining the Patreon earlier 🥺 there’s more people in the lottery now

[@jthompson6189]

I love how insane my MT 09 is, it is a real animal. Super fun, twisting that throttle is satisfying

[@Vlad-kf7hw]

i bought one on august last year an got arround 3300 kilometers on it, and i'm absolutely satisfied with it, as you said its very much motorcycle for the money, and that sound is just awesome (exept with the standart exhaust sadly :/) an yeah, it got a little tank, but it saves weight ^^ thank you for the video, very nice done ^-^ (sorry for wrong spelling, i'm german^^")

[@northwestrider369]

I really wanted to test ride the xsr700 today. But when this virus hit, Yamaha canceled all the test ride trucks going to the dealers. So that did not happen today. I owned the FZ-09 and loved it. I test ride the MT-07 a year ago and it felt in stable to me. It was so light, the front end felt sketchy and I had no confidence in it. It just felt like I was going to wash the front wheel out in the corners. I wanted to see if maybe the XSR was better. May be just the demo bike I was on, but that is all I have to go on. For me personally I just had no confidence in it and my FZ-09 just felt better. But I do want to test an XSR because I do want one. If I can feel comfortable

[@KnifeFiend]

MT-07 & vs DRZ-400sm? for a first bike which would you choose.

[@alberttorrepalma8116]

I agree..its not about power.. I ride my xrm 125 2008 model everyday and I love it.

[@Alpha-ms8nl]

Can you put the facelift mt09 headlight on a older mt07 ? I really like the headlight of the mt09 😍

[@stevec6427]

Shame you don't get the Tracer 700 in the US. I just got one expecting a nice but dull commuter bike but its not that at all. Its great fun, fast enough, lively motor, really comfortable and great value.

[@cinnibeard4448]

Yammie, my man, my main dude, my honorable hombre, you gotta try out the new MT-09. I’ve owned a 16 fz09 and now my 18 mt09 and the bike has become way more refined. The modes really still don’t change much but there is a difference between A mode and B mode

[@jasperhoeben]

And they improved the gasresponse after the first generation. I can tell from experience it has gotten way better.

[@monty-9269]

Also suspension is way better and I like the led lights and all that

[@TeensierPython]

Non stop recommendations for the 7 over the 9 or even skip to the 10.

[@lovely_bones]

Yammie in your opinion what is the best year for the MT07 (FZ07)?

[@thegamingshatt4758]

Here in Australia the mt07 is consistently pretty much the exact same price as the mt09 (both used)

[@Mattrycky]

Sean Hatton in Aus, the 09 is a much better value option. Totally agree