I Get HANDS ON With The Yamaha YZF-R7: New And Improved, But Is Two Cylinders Enough?

[@KirkKreifels]

Beautiful bike. No replacement for the screaming R6 though 😭

[@mahendra600]

right

[@Subliminal3117]

Agreed

[@tagabukidmedia]

💯

[@stevendebruine5866]

Yeah but it was also not meant for a replacement

[@shuttzi9878]

Its not a replacement

[@sneaky-rozzers]

You all say it’s not a worthy replacement for the R6 but I wonder hoy many of you were going to buy an R6. This bike will sell like crazy, I for sure want one.

[@TheMrProboscis]

You can still buy a lot faster and more comfortable bikes. I don't get the market for this

[@kaimietis52]

@@TheMrProboscis To fill the gap for people that want the FEEL and the LOOKS of a super sport, but at a LOWER COST and with ACCESSIBLE POWER down low for non-track/city use. You can't fully enjoy an R6 without breaking the laws, so why pay extra? People were not paying extra and buying the R6, so here you go.

[@dylanw890]

You know, I took some time to look at the spec sheet for the R7 as well as the R6, and I don't know why people keep assuming that this is the replacement for the R6. If Yamaha wanted to replace the R6, they certainly would not give it an inline twin with almost 40% less power. Seriously... it is called the R7 not the R6. However, the last generation R7 which ceased production in 2002 made about 105 horsepower along with 53 ft. lbs of torque, so I can see how people are wondering why this does not make as much power as the previous generation. This is mostly likely called the R7 because of its relationship to the MT-07 which conforms to Yamaha's naming system. Additionally, Yamaha also patented model numbers R1-R9 so if the trend holds true, there may be an R9 with the CP3 engine that is found in the MT-09 which would be absolutely amazing. The 600cc class from what I am hearing is kind of a dying breed because of rise of inline twins that have similar displacement and are more efficient. In light of this, Yamaha is still making a track-only R6. Lastly, the CP3 engine, an 890cc 3-cylinder engine, makes 115 horsepower and 65 ft. lbs of torque, so this would be a great successor to the R6 which made 117 horsepower and 46 ft. lbs of torque. With that in mind, the CP3 engine would have a much more usable powerband without revving the bike to the moon to get the power. Hopefully, this sheds some light on this topic and people will see this bike as the sporty sibling to the MT-07 and not the successor to the R6, the R6 is a completely different bike...

[@Prasad9800]

💯

[@chukob5]

People wanted a cheaper bike, Yamaha makes them a cheaper bike, then people complain it’s not the same as an r6....

[@GuerillaWar4s]

I've won but at what cost?

[@thesighbored]

Hilarious light in the middle. Also, why not just use the MT-09 engine to make the R9 with a triple instead?

[@paramjotsingh26]

Couldn't agree more. A 2-cyl Sport??? What were they smoking?

[@woodenyasayso3101]

They needed a sport bike to bridge the gap between the R3 and R1 since killing off the R6

[@lukahomersham9826]

@@paramjotsingh26 they were smoking the right stuff because while 4 cylinders are great on track, they tend to be ass on the street where most bikes spend 95% of there time. this engine sounds amazing (imo better than most inline 4s) and has more power than the r6 below 10,000rpm. the r7 will out perform the r6 on the street. no doubt

[@myname9252]

@@lukahomersham9826 My R6 did fine on the street.

[@lukahomersham9826]

@@myname9252 and this R7 will make mince meat out of the r6 on the street

[@JohnSmith-ef8nr]

The most important thing is that this will be very reliable and priced so people can actually afford to buy one. Not everyone has 10K plus to spend on a new bike.

[@meanrianz5646]

Agree

[@r56mini]

This bike makes me think R3 is a lot of bike for $5300.

[@wescoast6903]

People are better off buying a 2000 gsxr600 for 1200$... any 95 to 2000 600 class sort bike for 1000$ will be a better tack and street bike... This r7 shit is just that: shit

[@180FiftyFive]

Not everyone wants to buy a trashed 600 for their daily ride. I want a bike I can be proud to own and enjoy riding on roads. Not buying a 20 year old rusting 600 that I'll never get to use on public roads and spend half my free time fixing.

[@meanrianz5646]

@@180FiftyFive thats right bro👍

[@jasonroth376]

I bet 99% of you complaining about the power output of the r7 couldn't even ride it to its limits. I think its a smart move by yamaha. People have been putting fz/mt07s on track since they came out and personally I'm excited that its coming factory with better brakes, suspension, and bodywork. Plus not everyone is willing to shell out $12k for a damn 600

[@WW-wf8tu]

Thanks Alex for taking me out from under the rock. lol Hope your ride was super safe and fun. Looking forward to that. And yes, the headlight does seem to be understated.

[@bastienplisson4680]

Ok, I see this bike is getting a lot of press. Honestly I think it will be a very good bike for those who want to ride a sportbike without being too scared and to start to get the hang of this type of bike. Personally, I've always been a fan of sportbikes but I never dared to take the plunge, for fear of losing my license. A lot of people criticize the lack of horsepower but I don't think it's a disadvantage, in the sense that it makes it a very roadworthy and "reasonable" bike. I see some people comparing it to the honda cb650R but for me they don't have the same philosophy. The Cb is more like a roadster disguised as a sportbike, it has "half wrist" handlebars and for me an engine that is a bit less usable/fun than the cp2, since it is a 4 cylinder. I think the R7 will be really fun because of the engine, we already know it and it's not for nothing that the MT-07 / FZ07 is one of the best selling bikes! It's a fun engine, perfect for wheeling, small turns, long trips, low maintenance, low consumption and yet I'm not so much a fan of the MT07 due to its design, but I have to admit that the engine is just incredible and for the fact that the R7 is really successful in terms of design (this is only my opinion). For me its direct competitor will be clearly the rs660, even if the R7 seems a bit more aggressive due to its position. it could be a really interesting match between the two! We'll see what happens when the time comes, but let's stop criticizing all the time the models that are coming out, let's just enjoy the diversity. I'm as disappointed as you are not to see the R6 anymore, but I'm pretty sure we'll see an r9 soon and it might be amazing! Cheers guys ! Ride safe !

[@rayletaxi]

People will buy it if they can't afford the 2.5k more for the rs 660. The CBR has more power, but quite alot more weight. Should be interesting. They will sell loads

[@bastienplisson4680]

@@rayletaxi Yes or maybe because of the design ! Both are really beautiful but i'm not a huge fan of the differents colors of the rs660 for example

[@carlov.3017]

Alex - channel is progressing, love it. Keep the reviews, sneak peek, previews, long term, track days, etc. coming. Great job!

[@Backtothehat]

5:30 those bikes sound like fighter jets! JEEZ!❤️

[@MT-THNDR207]

It's because you can hear more mechanical noise than actual exhaust note

[@Lew699]

Idc what anyone else says i already love this bike!

[@maman8588]

Same

[@chukob5]

I want one but I’d just remove the center light if it doesn’t change the airflow

[@maman8588]

@@chukob5 yeh that's what I'm thinking too soon enough they'll be able to make mods like that

[@dezzywikins]

I just got a 2008 r6 a few days ago. I feel super lucky. Amazing bike only 4000 miles.

[@WYWY619]

Currently on the r3 and going to be upgrading to this amazing bike when it comes out. I can't wait!

[@senoow4215]

Same selling my R3 in a hour 😤

[@WYWY619]

@@senoow4215 R7 doesn't come out till 2022, what are you gonna ride in the meantime?

[@senoow4215]

@@WYWY619 nothing, gonna invest the money meanwhile, maybe even buying the cheaper Mt07 since its more comfortable

[@honurider8354]

How exciting! Definetly r7 will be my next bike to buy! Let's start saving some money!😂

[@r56mini]

Not thrilled about 72 hp bike that costs $9000.

[@motorcycleartist]

If it had 90hp I'd buy it in a heartbeat..the ergos are aggressive too!! The proper name should be mt07s.. I'm disappointed that yamaha didn't tweak anything(engine wise)...it only makes sense if you're moving up from an R3 otherwise save your money n get a cbr650r,Aprilia rs660, or triumph street triple.. this bike only rival is the ninja650..

[@RickyLafleur10]

The z900 has 125 horse for about same price as the R7 and has a 4 cylinder

[@samp6512]

I reckon it's gonna be a great everyday sports commuter. I can give the R6 some rest. haha

[@abhishekbsws]

Always gonna love R6 ❤️❤️

[@hanzrn]

Not too long ago Kawasaki released a 4 cylinder 250cc the zx25r, Honda released an affordable 4 cylinder 650cc sport touring the cbr650r. Now Yamaha, why did you have to downgrade the screamer r6?

[@nickedee99]

Whats up with the cables blocking half of the display!?

[@180FiftyFive]

I've had two Yamahas already with poor cable routing. Seems they need to hire someone new for that

[@JamieS1992]

@@180FiftyFive might be yamahas style

[@ukufa8022]

Well that's good sportsbike for a beginner rider who wants to try a sportsbike

[@blacksmoker6901]

Yamaha is specialy known for worlds best owsom design & refined bike ever. 😍

[@wescoast6903]

But are they really? Most who have ridden multiple brands have lost their brand biases since most top brands are very reliable.. unlike the unreliable age, the 60s, 70s and 80s... So, to "claim" that yamaha is best or better then most is not true, the are in reality, average, run of the mill, not better or worse than most.

[@rockurox]

No one's said it yet, Those wires/cables look like they're blocking view of the display

[@daweed980]

Yeah wtf is up with that!

[@kaihartmann924]

Just like the 2020 street triple

[@eastbaymauiboy]

I dunno, 70ish hp in a Supersport style bike sounds a lil low. The CP3 engine would make a stonkin lil sport bike and I think they'd sell gobs of em. People LOVE that triple motor.

[@nezy0726]

It's like the fz6r

[@chrisredfield3240]

@@nezy0726 do you mean the diversion? The fazer was 95hp

[@yuriabmxr]

Mine has been ordered!

[@Amarisk_211]

Love to see this bike with 2021 VR|46 colour schemes.. Hope to own one one day. Semakin Di Depan.

[@vladimirzimonja8103]

It looks good and has all the stuff,but the REAL R7 was 4 cylinder inline and without any riding joy killers like traction control,mega slipper clutch,quick shifter and what not. ABS and that's it. I remember Nori Haga doing some awesome races with the R7.

[@180FiftyFive]

Awesome. I want one. I just bought an MT07 and love it. Rode a Ninja 300 before that for two years and I miss the sports riding position and wind protection at speed as well as the better handling. Might switch to this in a year or two

[@parallelfinn]

How is the seating position on the bike? Is it super aggressive or a little more relaxed than a 600cc supersport?

[@lazyblind]

Eu can see it in the end. The guy arrives on it I think its a middle ground

[@callsignkasper624]

a bit higher than R6's

[@yuriabmxr]

More like the r1 than the r6. It's not quite that tight.

[@keisuketakahashi4463]

As far as the seat clip-on foot peg height... I think it'll be close to rs660

[@parallelfinn]

I just saw Yamahas official info on it, it only slightly more relaxed than the r6, and I really mean slightly.

[@sLiiixZ]

Besides the light in the middle it looks awesome, but waaaay to less power.

[@ChristopherP]

Agreed

[@IntoTheMystery13]

Depends on where you ride. It’s perfect for the street and medium/tight twisties. For big open tracks yeah I’d rather have an r6 or r1

[@geraudsmith4957]

@@IntoTheMystery13 would you say this is a good beginner bike?

[@Thisshitcrazybruh]

@@geraudsmith4957 Definitely.

[@Blingbling820]

The more specs and pics I find about this bike, the more it's becoming the Wish version of the Aprilia RS660.

[@justincrayton324]

It’s looks cheap compared to the RS660....

[@tubejorrit]

@@justincrayton324 its also 2500,- dollar cheaper then the rs660.

[@IntoTheMystery13]

@@tubejorrit way more reliable and cheaper to maintain and insure too.

[@andrewmahoney4249]

i like the headlights, looks futuristic and fast

[@Brancovtn65]

Yoshi r77 full exhaust, any aftermarket air filter, 2WDW ecu flash = About 80 whp. 414 lbs wet. Narrower than an r3! Fully adjustable KYB suspension. Yamaha reliability. I’d say that’s a great bike.

[@motorcycleartist]

With a full exhaust it would lose about 6-10lbs..Yamaha should have just went with the mt09 engine..call it an R9.. now u got 110+hp!! Keep in mind the R1 puts out close to 200hp.. so it really wouldn't take away anything from the R1...what a huge disappointment..I guess R3 riders will love it as it is a big upgrade in that aspect

[@Brancovtn65]

@@motorcycleartist I mean I see your point, if it's going to replace the R6, it should reasonably at least have 100 hp. But this bike should have no problem hanging with the big boys in the twisties. Hell, I hung with the big boys on my MT07 with trash suspension. With the right rider, this bike will shred. At the track should be really fun, but the straight line speed will be underwhelming for sure.

[@motorcycleartist]

@@Brancovtn65 I completely agree!.. the Mt07 is an amazing bike especially at that price point..even with a basic suspension I've seen plenty of KZbin videos where guys are absolutely pushing it to its limits..I look forward to seeing reviews on it after its release..hp isn't the tell tale all on a bike..looks wise bike is gorgeous. Def a head turner.it does makes a good amount of torque!! Which equals FUN!!.a few upgrades n it should be A1. I need something for the streets so I may still get 1.the Aprilia is just too much n I questioned its reliability n we know Italian parts are $$$$.I already got a gsxr750 4 the hwy..thats my baby . Shes a keeper

[@Brancovtn65]

@@motorcycleartist Man you can never go wrong with a gsxr750. Such a great all around bike! I had an mt07 for 2 years, alongside a zx10r and I never got bored of the MT07. This release should be super exciting.

[@craigloomis20]

its a cool bike they will sell a lot. I can totally see a gold ohlins kit and a aftermarket exhaust for it. Even though I ordered one, it doesn't deserve the R7 name. YZF700R would have been a more appropriate name.

[@jeadoutravisperez5080]

Aprilia Rs660 > Yamaha r7

[@Masse24796]

Agreed, also CBR650R>R7 same price and extras in Germany, but the Honda has a 4 cylinder Engine with 95 hp

[@rayletaxi]

@@Masse24796 And alot more weight

[@Masse24796]

@@rayletaxi with 207kg, it's as heavy as most 650cc naked bikes. But it's not like that's heavy or in any way hard to operate. But yes, 188 is way lower than 207, you're right.

[@rayletaxi]

@@Masse24796 I did a quick calculation on kerb weight against torque and the r7 is higher. So it will be alot quicker through the Twisties. But the higher bhp will come in for the Honda At the top end. Tough to call, I guess it will depend what you want

[@wescoast6903]

No riding modes?? Slow, slower and slowest modes are missing..

[@Mr-403]

Got 07 r6. That gen was best looking 600ever made

[@loooopeytunes]

Imo i have no problem with that single headlight inside intake hole, but yamaha designers could've sculpt the intake hole so it can match and house the circular appearance of the headlight and appear more unite. For now it just look like a random bulb that's not supposed to be there stucked up inside a hole.

[@MK-xn6qx]

No thanks. I still like my 2006 R6. If I ever buy another bike, it would Ducati Panigale or R1. No mock versions.

[@Talan274]

I dont like that headlight either

[@greatcornholio5541]

Because they just stuck an led headlamp with nothing around it to fill in the giant ass hole in the nose…that and the lame ass black/white lcd screen. Yamaha it’s going to be a no from me dawg.

[@D_5821]

@@greatcornholio5541 isn't the hole ram air

[@greatcornholio5541]

@@D_5821 a ram air hole that big for a 90 hp twin lol😳😂 just cheap on Yamaha’s part

[@artjoeyjameslarena7953]

Mimicking air intake of MotoGP bikes, I guess

[@jimmybaggs5342]

Calling this a supersport is like calling a pontiac sunfire a race car.

[@Balithazzarr]

Lol

[@R.Nelson]

Morning Alex!!😀

[@gusrah711]

How's the sound?

[@407bikelife7]

I think that they went after the stunt community. Stunners are going to take over 🦾🦾

[@tejz22]

Super pumped about the lamp bulb 💡 gonna a 3 dollar replacement.

[@mboiko]

Alex great first look...!

[@eastbaymauiboy]

Put the CP3 (MT09) motor in it, call it something like the "MTR-09", sell it for a lil more than this bike and bankroll the dough, Yamaha, bc it will sell TONS.

[@devideomeneer]

R09?😂 I'd for sure immediately order one.

[@simaosacarlos1]

@@devideomeneer it´s coming!

[@daweed980]

That's a hot bike. I really want to pull the trigger and buy it but the lack of power to make it more in line with what an R-series is supposed to be and that Cyclops headlight are 2 major fails IMO. Going to wait on the review but most likely getting the RS660 instead.

[@gasmakingboost]

Wow they got rid of the R6 for this?

[@Sashakardong]

This is sexier than R1 !!

[@Yamabrah_YZF]

The r9 is probably gonna replace the r6, as much as I am against the kill-off of the r6 the MT09 is similar in terms of power. A tuned 3cyl engine producing 100+ hp would be a more suitable fit to “replace” the r6. The r7 is beautiful though, and I’m thinking about ordering one.

[@Ibo0138]

I’m trying to like the bike, but the image of the bike is coming across cheap to me.

[@RickyLafleur10]

Are they going for the suzuki cyclops headlight look

[@myname9252]

I have a feeling the Suzuki’s sales are going to go up soon enough. And We’ll see how insurance classifies this bike and what those prices will be .

[@anitaboodram5660]

Great bike brother 👌

[@prithibinarjinary7389]

dashboard should be a little upwards because is may be a bit problem while riding

[@Agent77X]

Headlight looks so small like a flashlight on it!

[@ChristopherP]

Right!!

[@Clove_Parma]

when is embargo over for first ride impressions?

[@devideomeneer]

Yamaha never said they replaced the R6 with this, but I understand it feels that way lol.

[@BigInjun05]

Want to see this head to head against triumph 765 moto 2

[@gavinmiller1998]

Why so it could get destroyed by that triple cylinder beast lol

[@greatcornholio5541]

The new Aprilia 660 would be a better comparison

[@BigInjun05]

@@greatcornholio5541 your 100% right. Why is this bike so underpowered

[@yuriabmxr]

Totally different class of bike.

[@motorcycleartist]

The 765 would eat this bike for bkfst ,lunch,and dinner 😅😅😅

[@mathias6423]

This bike is a bit too much of a sheep in wolfs clothing. I dont see how it will compete with the RS 660 performance-wise that alot of sites already compares it too. I would love to see the new MT-09 engine in it instead. The sound of the triple would match the bike more aswell. I for one grew tired of the MT-07 pretty fast, while the MT-09 I could ride my whole life.

[@paolopellegrino9915]

R6 still better looking

[@jamononeal7541]

Why is the yamaha emblem on, on the dash?

[@rubberduckyy5098]

Personally I don’t like how narrow the bike is with it being slimmer than the R3...

[@yuriabmxr]

In 40 years in motorcycling, I've never once heard anyone say they want a wider bike. Please tell me why...I am genuinely curious.

[@rubberduckyy5098]

@@yuriabmxr it’s like the H2. People like how wide it looks because of the muscle feel to it. I like how the R6 looked bigger than the R3. Simply made it look like a bigger and stronger bike.

[@yuriabmxr]

@@rubberduckyy5098 bizarre

[@ѕємтє]

Hate that they removed inline4

[@Goalier95]

Back end, sides and cockpit looks incredible.. then I see that single clitoral headlight bulb. Yamaha, couldn't you have done better?

[@TimothyMDizon]

I wish they make v4 engine

[@thentantt]

They do. In the vmax

[@insyde1266]

the only difference in the ratios is the crown 42? pinion?

[@as-tn2wx]

2:26 good sound

[@mtbrider619]

Why is the rear shock attached to the engine directly :D

[@ahmedsyed3436]

Nice review. One suggestion though don’t move camera so fast.

[@affanahmed2500]

Why yamaha discontinued r6 😭😭

[@kabovlog6665]

It was to expensive to manufacture

[@jordankelly4684]

Cause all these whiny cunts that complain about it being gone now didn't buy one.

[@watchingtheapex]

that X5M is getting more attention than the R7...

[@sumi.n.mtravlog502]

Beautiful bike r7🔥❤️

[@asukasoryu6333]

I choose this than R6. R6 to racing bike for my taste

[@lices]

in everyvideo the screen looks like its lagging

[@mahendrasinghmayankpatel9428]

Yash Yamaha Blue colour is best 😎👌👍💯

[@cybcx404]

Wish I was out there I’m in ATL

[@polithiefcian7287]

whats the tyre sizes?

[@Enfiare]

I'll take mine in red white n black

[@wateronfirefk]

why is it so slow?

[@florentinogianan1445]

Nice dream bike 🎁

[@darrenwilliams3398]

Does it have a gear indicator ?

[@Adi-xe4ut]

yup its have

[@rockurox]

Where is it made?

[@brazzadazza]

release date?

[@chrisredfield3240]

Maybe ktm will do a RC 690 with a single from the enduro R better than this ?

[@fabiocortez5255]

Show!!! Tomara que venha para o Brasil 🤩

[@TheLeiteVini]

to nessa expectativa também, acredito que essa daqui alguns meses esteja aqui. geralmente as motos que não vem pra cá são por causa da lei de emissão de poluentes, como já temos a mt07 acredito que venha.

[@fabiocortez5255]

@@TheLeiteVini Acho que em 22 deve vir sim. Junto com a MT07 que ja está na gringa repaginada. Está linda tbm. Abç!

[@GNPeripolli]

Só da BR pesquisando a R7, tomara que venha, estou na expectativa também. Esse motor é fantástico, a ciclística da mt-07 é muito boa, imagina em uma esportiva. Deve ser uma delícia pra trechos sinuosos, espero que o preço venha competitivo... pq também não da pra comparar com a antiga R6, nem com a 600rr muito menos com a atual zx6-636, mas acho uma BAITA opção se vier na casa dos 40 a 45k

[@fabiocortez5255]

@@GNPeripolli Menos que 50k... Será? Acho q ela vira no patamar de ninja650 e Cbr650r... R6 zx6 cbr600rr realmente outras motos. Tenho uma 07 e realmente é diversao garantida. Uma R7 ... aff ia ser muito top! Se vier acessivel vms encarar... rs

[@nicholsolis2246]

Guess not all favors to y'all R6 fans, it's designed to be more compatible for streets specially in asian country, i love R6 i have one because of its inline 4 sound and performance but R7 is different

[@pokemongotem9662]

Is it a Kawasaki ninja h2 killer???

[@tejz22]

Yup

[@barbershop_alym]

I like this if yamaha r3 or r25👍

[@TamoAnil]

Wait, they replaced R6 by R7?😶

[@wen-wen8273]

Dream bike. But it will always be a dream only😔

[@Majkob_R9]

When R9??

[@nickallan9280]

I love r6 screaming 😔

[@silent_fluo6917]

Is the R6 no longer made? Seeing all the ‘not an R6 though’ comments

[@motorcycleartist]

Here's in south fl there's plenty leftover models on the showroom..for $12k no ones buying em..I chose a 750gsxr over it..u get waaay more performance for 1k cheaper..

[@motorcycleartist]

2020 is the last year of production..

[@silent_fluo6917]

@@motorcycleartist for real? Dude the r6 is my dream bike! Hope it depreciates badly instead of going up in worth because of the limited production then! Gotta wait 2 years before I can buy one (europe and their A2 and A1 License bullshit)

[@xzbitmotovlog]

Awesome bro! Cool sexy bike 🔥🔥🔥

[@MNIKHAn7]

It would be better if yamaha start work on mt09 based r09

[@Branman50314]

A lot of people prefer the cp2 over the cp3 it’s a great motor for the street

[@sukant08]

72 bhp is at least 10 bhp too less

[@izlem8002]

holy shittt!! how many?

[@arpitjakhmola624]

Dude just touching seat of bike #literally hands on😂