Yamaha R7 | Road + Track Review

The 2022 Yamaha R7 has been launched in a whirlwind of hype, so Fagan sampled the new middleweight supersport in Spain...
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#YamahaR7

[@NiSE_Rafter]

Yes finally! I've been waiting for you guys to get your hands on the R7. Your reviews feel way more realistic and include critical points way better then the mainstream outlets.

[@timothymills733]

Cue all the keyboard racers who couldn't ride this bike to it's limits, but still think it needs more power :-)

[@alanv3185]

You always need more power even if you're never going to use it. Imagine a tornado comes out of no where and then BOOM YOU'RE IN A YAMAHA COMMERCIAL! That's when you use all the power you never got to use. Imagine if you don't have enough power then. The tornado eats you up and you're dead AND MORE IMPORTANTLY...you're not in the yamaha commercial. A nightmare

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

To be fair it's a ballache riding a low powered bike on the road. I ride a 1000 not because I think I'm Rossi... I'm just lazy, I want to be able to do 100mph in 1st gear and 30mph in 6th. 1000cc Sportbikes just make better road bikes than smaller capacity sportsbikes.

[@ErikLosLobos]

Who cares. It sounds dull as fook. End of story.

[@pauly1k]

Honestly I just want something fun. Litre bikes and I4s in general are boring to me. People love the mt07 for the fun factor. I wonder if this is in the same vein.

[@Mockle07]

Yes, because the only possible reason for wanting more power is because you are riding your bike to its absolute limit 🙄

[@RSHeth1390]

Those 60th Anniversary colours are beautiful 😍

[@danlford]

Are they available in the USA? This is the first time I've laid eyes on that color scheme.

[@danlford]

@motorguitarcycle I like the RR but the gt they just released is uuuuggglllyyy!!! IMO of course. Those 60th anniversary Yamaha colors are beautiful.

[@mac5917]

With the akra exhaust Gytr it looks absolutely insane

[@blipco5]

Most riders don't need any more than what this R7 provides. And a really skilled rider would have a blast on it.

[@flippy66]

Most riders don't "need" to ride at all. As soon as you start only doing "needs" you find very quickly you can't do very much. This would be on my sportbike shortlist, but I'm not going to start caring that others want an R1.

[@blipco5]

@@flippy66 I think the GSX 8S is now a better choice.

[@rodevil77]

​@@blipco5 wait for the R9 😊

[@blipco5]

@@rodevil77 I have four bikes. I’m all set for now.

[@pumagryph]

"Oh it's only 72hp... Shut up mate" Liked and Subscribed right there. Same blokes winging on about the new Z650RS and complaints that it's not a 4 like the original one. Guess what, the new twin has the same power as the old 4 cyl bike. Bunch of plonkers.

[@calumhenderson1681]

Sounds like sh*t, though.

[@adolfshitler]

44 years ago, so much for progression!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Plus if they want more power they can scoot right over to a half dozen bikes that will do it.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@Motocross Gus Fuss Kawasaki is running 180° crank, ever since 2006 when the lump came out.

[@Stratocasterhead51]

Engine sounds like a lawn mower and you are paying z900 money for mt07 power. Sounds like a great deal(!) But you know, you could enjoy a go kart track on this i guess… Joking aside this would be a good bike if it was 1.5 grand cheaper. As it stands you are paying far too much for an mt07 with some fairing and slightly less budget suspension.

[@Terraceview]

I still have better memories of my NC30 than I have of all these 1000cc superbikes I owned. This bike makes perfect sense.

[@gnarshread]

Sounds like they've taken proven parts and refined them into a really enjoyable package for riders with a bit of talent who aren't interested in 200+ hp.

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Pretty much nailed it

[@Wilberon_McBane]

Totally agree dude. But I'll also add that along with enjoyment, bit of talent and not necessarily needing 200bhp, there's the final point that many of us (myself included) can't afford the 200bhp Superbikes even if I wanted one anyway. Watching the "big boys" at trackdays when I'm on shonky old SV Minitwin you see them piling in fuel, ripping through tyres and generally just looking like it costs an absolute fortune to keep them going. I just fill my tank up and crack on for the day. Same tyres wet/dry/whatever and always have a massive laugh. I reckon one of these would be exactly the same smiles per pound 😎👍

[@ReignitedAuto]

Maybe it's just classic American sensibilities, but who doesn't want 200hp? My 2005 ZX10R has way more power than I can use, dont care, want more 😄

[@martinfirth908]

You could just go buy an older 600cc super sport for cheaper and have an infinitely better time with that talent. Plus the 200hp bikes are easy as hell to ride. I know, I have one, the aids do all the work. I went from a 2004 164hp GSR1000 to a 2021 200hp R1, the R1 is so easy to ride. I don't even have to try. Turning the aids off is another story however. This bike is a budget bike, aimed at those who can't afford better. Let's not sugar coat it.

[@kiztime1234]

@@martinfirth908 Do you reckon you could pedal your R1 faster around a track than @44Teeth could get this R7 around it?

[@doug3011]

so good to see stathe on a review again. in the sunshine.. feels like its been ages. the bike looks really cool.

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

they're all great on 44 teeth but yeah this is the kind of review where fagan should be top of the list

[@motosejid1876]

The review I’ve been waiting for 😜

[@Bigyin600]

Thank god you're back. I had withdrawal from my usual Monday evening 44 teeth vid last week. As Stathe says the market has changed hugely along with the racing classes. 20 years ago i was tearing round on a ZX636 saying i didnt need a 1000cc sports bike. A few mates have CP2 and CP3 engined Yamaha's and they rave about them so the R7 seems a natural progression in the middleweight class

[@torr-michaelbennetta9785]

Great review, brilliant bike. Props to Yamaha for understanding the market. I have almost 3000 miles on on of these in the twisty backroads, and with minor mods it rips and it shines.

[@kenny26290]

Great review, always wait for your guys video even if every other UK reviewer is on the same launch. Congrats on the 250k subs as well

[@andrewwiltse8882]

Great review Al! Looks like we’ll be seeing more of this one at the races!😎🍻

[@jamesmadigan4379]

Another quality review… I love to see yet another 44 teeth video uploaded, tops!

[@lifeoutdoors3953]

Finally I’ve been waiting on your review and your review only!!!!!!

[@sidb9540]

This was llong time coming.. I was waiting for this!!

[@elovaughnelwell8980]

Nice intro with the music, montage, and commentary: keep up the great work 👌

[@ronsmith6110]

Fair play. Seen a load of reviews on this & was wondering what Al was going to think. It sounds like they've done what they did with the Tenere 700 and did a great job with a simple formula. I've never had a problem with it being called an R7. I did have an issue with people talking about a happy shopper as if it was the second coming, the hype of this bike has been huge. But based on this, fair play to Yamaha. Nothing against any good bike being created!

[@nickg1267]

I’ve been looking forward to this one for a while!

[@TheScortUK]

Oh, how I've missed my 44Teeth fix! Thanks for the vid chaps

[@JaxsRacingGarage]

Really looked forward to your review. I owned an mt 09 and now a tenere 700. I really like the cp2 engine. I think this would be a perfect ad on. Low budget solid Fun trackbike espacialy on the smaller tracks! Thanks for doing a revieuw again👌

[@JB-rp6it]

I was just thinking it’s been a minute since I’ve seen some 44 teeth content. What a nice bike to return with 👍

[@Supercharged1976]

I'm really looking forward to your budget bike battle. Love that series. It's almost like I'm along for the trip.

[@dankorolyk5917]

Another entertaining review,thanks!

[@phillipturner4945]

Glad to see you guys are back.....was starting to get worried.

[@squarespectrum2271]

Cheaping out on the exhaust was probably a good call. The mt07 benefits so much from a good exhaust the stockers will mostly be destined for the bin.

[@ryanmalone2681]

Agreed. If I get this as my track bike, or any track bi,e for that matter, the headers and exhaust is the first thing to go without a doubt. No need to add cost.

[@alexhunt2334]

Thanks Al, been waiting for this one 👍 that gytr spec looks awesome

[@FortyFourTeeth]

No, thank you Alex!

[@ramosrocksurmom9826]

Where can I find those gytr parts for sale?!

[@vendy4625]

Nice one Nige the only review that counts I think this looks a cracking bike love the minitwin segment it's just fun.

[@PrateekMishra1]

had been waiting for this review

[@brucekendall52]

Fun looking track tool.Thanks.

[@iainwhite3476]

I’m a ex sports bike rider who thought the scene was all hipster nakeds now, these lads make me believe sports bike are relevant again 🤘👍👍

[@claretbuck1882]

Awesome review bud cheers 👍🏻

[@danielocwhite6795]

Another belter of a bike review Niiige! Cheers Al! When’s the BBB coming?!

[@shadowred1980]

As many others have said, I'd be in the queue if Yamaha made the much rumored R9. Great review as always. :)

[@chasp_0784]

@motorguitarcycleyeah I do t understand the people who don’t get it,”it’s 900cc already so r1” but it’s the right gap in horsepower. 75-120-180

[@paigntonbeach]

They are making it .

[@chasp_0784]

@@paigntonbeach it’s the right move, hopefully it’s mt09sp furniture. Could still be slower than an r6 I reckon

[@jpslayermayor9293]

Same - provided they dont overprice it as they did this bike. If Yamaha is going to go own route of leveraging existing engine and frame trom MT-09 saving basically 90% plus development costs of a new bike, then we the riding enthusiast can logically assume they'll pass along that cost efficiency and not take advantage of the situation.

[@Kaizoushin]

Soon...

[@WalkerKlondyke]

This class has really come into its own. Looking forward to what the competitive market brings us in the next few years.

[@scottgilmour2135]

I hope Triumph do something like this with Dynavolt on the 765rs. That Blue and White R7 looked fantastic 🤙🏻 Great review 👍🏻

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

😲 the Benelli 752S with lower Assambly Costs -perhaps it could be a Limonade-Racer in a alternate way....

[@tomcooney183]

Definitely looking forward to a head to head, oh and the bike comparison too!

[@_marcus_does_]

Missed you Al! Looks a right laugh miiiiiinnnnndddd

[@dnukem1722]

This was a proper review 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@wristcandy5451]

Sounds like a tripple. Fun in the sun! Yamaha are doing a lot right. Being a twin means you have the power where you'll use it most

[@JPWest020]

Hopefully Yamaha will consider a R9 with the CP3 engine in the same spirit as this R7. Bit more power than the R7 but way more livable than the R1. Oh and that beautiful sounding 3 cylinder 😃

[@timjrvine]

I reckon they will.

[@robbikebob]

Wouldn't an R9 take sales off both the R7 and R1 though?

[@JPWest020]

@@robbikebob It probably will - at least a bit. Not too much I reckon.

[@thecaptain5344]

@@robbikebob sales of superbikes are already down - the whole reason for these middleweight sports bikes making such a splash is that people don't want crazy performance for the roads. For the people who want an R1 or a superbike, I don't think the presence of the R9 will do that. However, I think we would see more people who aren't comfortable with the R1 go for the R9. It would have the perfect amount of power for the road.

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@thecaptain5344 it's got more to do with cycles of trends. sportsbikes were very "in" for a long time, and saw lots of innovation, however most of that innovation became centered around the archetype racing classes, and once emissions entered the chat it quickly became less viable to keep funding r&d for said bikes. Especially the 600 class bikes were so stretched out that you could no longer justify the bump up in price per generation, without the equal bump in performance. That's why only the flagship superbike segment continues to shine. Instead other segments took over where middleweight sportsbikes left the scene, stuff like retro street bikes, adv bikes, etc proved to be equally successful and started receiving lots of investment from companies - which in turn made these segments even more popular amongst buyers, because buyers are naturally more interested in the segments that receive most fundings and improve the most from generation to generation. Popularity creates trends, etc. However, with the re-introduction of the middleweight sporty segment and proving that classic sportsbikes still have a place in riders' hearts, this may very well change the scene again over the next couple of years - and make non-race standard classes more appealing (not just for riders, but for the companies to invest into). There are clear patterned cycles of trends that take over from each other. And middleweight sporty bikes are definitely on the rise again, albeit in a slightly new package compared to prior years' raceclass bred replica sportsbikes.

[@dukiemoto8676]

Love a good Fagan review👍🏼

[@zander8752]

FINALLY a video where they PROPERLY ride this thing, currently own an mt07 and am sorely tempted by this

[@fromageoneverythang8013]

Jhhhhheeezzzzeeee proper stuff mate !!!!

[@lanesplitter8723]

Nice one, 44T!

[@pwbderksen]

Excellent review! I missed you guys! What are the Dutch plates doing on these bikes?

[@mikeharrison72]

Love the anniversary coloured one, very nice Nige.

[@stephenchapman8344]

Great review Nige.

[@_Makanko_]

Nice review Al

[@Trelock30]

Great vid. Bike looks so sweet with all the rear guard n gubbins removed. Cannot wait for the head to head with the RS660, as I'm genuinely ready to ditch the 1000cc 4s I've been riding for years for something more engaging, without the paranoia that comes with enjoying 1000cc motorcycles on British roads. Its a toss up between the R7 and the RS660, and if I go R7 I could be left with a few quid for some trackdays! 👍🏻👌🏻✌🏻

[@jesus2400]

Thank you for this great review, fun is the name of the game. some folks are hateing this bike, but Yamaha give us an affordable Street bike. If I had the budget sure I would buy a liter bike but this will do just fine and it’s a real head turner in the 60th Anniversary addition. I am taking delivery in January.

[@olivialambert4124]

Got to love the speedo display. As one of the few supersports die hards I definitely lament the death of the R6, but little details like that can at least cheer me up.

[@MrLillywhite2011]

I agree but the specs are shocking the vfr400 1991 poos all over this bike

[@jamesthorne222]

I like that little heat shield poking out :)

[@michelebianchetti3471]

Loved it! And I would really love if you, one day, will teach us how to do some of those lovely wheelies 😁 (I'm really not great at those)

[@Way-M]

The bike itself looks very good. The contrast with an R6 is noticeable. I just wish they added the cut outs on the handlebars like they do on all the other models. I think if you add the parts on the GYTR onto it then it’s gotta be a weapon!

[@Midnight_Snakk]

Well, I officially creamed my pants 13:15. I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on this motorbike. Brings a tear to my eye to imagine planting my cheeks on this beauty. Great video btw! Even if I am a little late to the party. Edit: Just felt the need to say, I LOVE the implementation of both road-focused, and track-day focused footage. Really shows what this bike is capable of. Thank you.

[@leebaker6807]

I love thrashing my little 600 fazer about, like you said pushing a bike to the max is more fun than 180 down a straight!

[@Maccaroney]

"There's no anti-wheelie" Huh, wonder why.

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

Do not worry , 125ccm YZF-R the same missing option....

[@sosathesavage6520]

We know why..we just aren’t willing to accept it yet

[@stewartmckinley7639]

Be that don't sell cheap bikes to kids

[@TheScortUK]

Also - went S22 on the back of 44Teeth using them - oh my goodness, best tyre I have ever ridden on! Binned the Super corsa SPs in favour of these

[@HippoDrones]

Ace to hear your thoughts on this, it certainly is an interesting bike, and could be on my radar

[@druidx1690]

Been looking forward to this video since the R7 was announced, anyone else itching to see a middleweight supersport 'mega-test'?

[@verdeboyo]

Looks like a fun track day bike Sir, but that special with the factory race jewellery and set up for the track with a set of Michelin Powercup 2s would be all day fun for sure. Importantly, carrying less timber onboard would squeeze a little more from of the 75 horses too. Wouldn't you agree!

[@AndyQuinn748]

Proper bike for today. Commuter friendly and will silence a few egos at a track day too. Anyone that thinks 72hp isn't enough hasn't spent a day on a 60hp 400 and got home shaking like a hostage! Plus, these middle weights won't have you hunting the best credit card APR's to pay fines or have you telling fibs to the boss about why you can't drive the company car for the next 3\6\12 months, let alone worrying about getting humped dry by your cell mate. Who the fcuk is Nige?

[@Stratocasterhead51]

Probably good fun on a twisty road or on a very small track. But as soon as you hit a big gp track this bike will become boring. We need to stop validating mediocre performance for premium prices if we want accessible motorcycling to survive. The old expression "its all you need for the road" is another way of saying: satisfy yourself with less power. If this was the case, why are we not all riding around on R3s and duke 390s? 99.999% of people wont be able to get even a 400cc supersport around a track as fast as marquez. Does that mean no one should be allowed to upgrade to a more powerful bike? No it doesnt. There is just no getting away from the fact that you are paying almost 10 000€ for a bike with 70hp. You used to be able to get a zx6r which has Twice the power, better brakes, better chassis and better suspension for just a grand or two more. No matter which way you cut it the R7 is overpriced.

[@Stratocasterhead51]

@@user-yi3ox8wy4k key word you used was “relatively”. Of course it is cheap compared to a 1000cc superbike. But its only a grand less than a street triple R for half the performance. And i dont doubt that it is a good bit of fun on a tight twisty track. But on a bigger track you have far better options for not much more cash.

[@jamiedaugherty1]

Sure fire way to get invited next time - give a raving review

[@Bi6M4C]

in the first few minutes with the 'oooh shut up' u are completly right. people always bitchin about this bike but I swear it looks awesome it has an awesome motor and it is going to sell like no other sportbike in that range

[@stubailey9433]

Great road!

[@flex7357]

I’m getting one. I’ve road 600, 1000 and to me Yamaha got this right. In order for me to have fun on the other bikes I had to be up in the rpm especially 600s by that time I’m risking going to jail bc I’m going way to fast 😂 I don’t go to the track.! So this bike is perfect for me it wheelie, handle amazing, have more torque then 600s and quick. With a few mods to squeeze a little more out the engine. 🤩

[@Paul_Wright]

100% agree I work at Wigan Yamaha and we are taking orders for a bike that until recently had no price it’s a great bike at the right price so say all the tunas and other big fish !

[@tokyosmash]

I’m pumped for this thing. Will make a killer start point for a track bike

[@chrishart8548]

Just get a used cbr600r much better track bike. Pick one up for £1k rather than £8.5k

[@tokyosmash]

@@chrishart8548 plenty of us out there who prefer twins

[@chrishart8548]

@@tokyosmash I have a twin 800cc rotax with a 360° crankshaft and a 3rd conrod slide weight for balance. I still think triples fours v-twins are better v-4 even. But it's all about cost. Soon every bike will be a single or parallel twin.

[@markyg254]

Would be great to see a feed of the telemetry on track. Hard life though eh. Good stuff.

[@Rendall98]

Sat on the balcony on holiday with a beer, what perfect timing. Buzzing for this one 👏🏻

[@trashandslash]

Love it , would love to try one out for the day. Only things that bug me with Yamaha is the names now. Back in the day mt03 used to be a 660 and now it's lost a good few cc , and now r7 they could of changed it a little .

[@harpersneil]

On board footage NEVER does a ride justice and this still looks the t*ts... epic upload as always; thanks lads.

[@PipeOPhile]

R7 vs RS660 on british roads is going to be just amazing, can't wait

[@morri03]

Not really competitors though. Aprilia is a lot more powerful and considerably more expensive

[@PipeOPhile]

@@morri03 i know but the whole point of this lineup is to punch above its weight, for example the Tenere 700. Its not an Africa Twin rival but if it can do the same thrills for considerably cheaper..

[@Dunkensb]

I’ve seen the Aprilias for £9300 so money wise not that far apart

[@richardsmiths518]

The Anniversary and GYTR are pretty f**kin cool 😎

[@humandroid53]

Looks Ace!

[@egocd]

Looks awesome. I loved my MT-07 and actually regret selling it. Lets hope they've fixed the rust issues from the MT07!

[@AccountantsRCool]

Bikes like this are going to give the supersport class a well needed refresh.

[@devilmaycry383]

I did have my reservation for a Blue R7 but canceled it as a GR Yaris Circuit Pack was available. I do like the R7 60th WGP edition livery it is very tempting and I still have my MT-07.

[@morley3810]

The red/white bike looks glorious.

[@Con-tp2kf]

Great review keep them coming

[@Berg501]

Nice one Nige!

[@TheSudsy]

it will be fascinating to see these and the other new geneartion of "sports" bike., competing next year at BSB and WSBK.

[@FRFM00]

FIrst review I've watched of this bike, waited out the squid show pony youtubers for you guys, yes!!!

[@twowheelpilot]

Epic, nice one Yamaha. I've a Yamaha with a CP4 motor and fancy electronic Ohlins suspension and I still think the R7 is ace. I'd love to have one as a track hack. As much as I love my monster rocket riding a slower bike fast is very very rewarding. More so than riding a fast bike fast.

[@craigjarvis9677]

Nice bike Nigel 👍

[@ianmacfarlane1241]

The GYTR spec in the 60th Anniversary paint scheme would be lovely.

[@richardlennon4148]

That red and white bike is ❤️

[@renegadebikersol2936]

So in a different light this is essentially a fully faired Fazer. Yamaha had a good formula and they made it better and better over time. I do like the idea of the R7. Comfortable package, reliable and strong engine and a racing feel without the insane powerband. The Fazer was THE mid weight naked for in the city from Yamaha so to see it come so far is a great thing. We all would of loved the idea of an R7 a redo of the infamous 750 racer but in today's world where regulations etc are effecting the industry it's gonna be harder to make those hooligan bikes we love so much. What Yamaha delivered us was a package perfectly suitable for most riders today. I do love it. Personally I still prefer the proper old sports bikes and when I get a big bike it's gotta be a 600rr or F4i. But the R7 seems ideal for an everyday bike. Good bike. And as always budget Statham delivers a great review 👌🏽🏍️💨

[@paigntonbeach]

Looks like a great little bike , I will be tempted when the R9 is released if they do a similar job .

[@arlinghamindoorspace3052]

Little? Why do you think you need 1200cc? Didn’t you listen

[@paigntonbeach]

@@arlinghamindoorspace3052 It is small I have ridden the 07 a great LITTLE bike with a punchy LITTLE engine , I ride an MT09 and would get a CP3 R9 .

[@CJONE764]

Hey nige I've been genuinely considering one of these or going for a second hand ZX9R E, to be used as a 'nice day' work Commuter and Sunday funday bike. What would you pop for personally?

[@VeeFour]

That GYTR one is fit! that'd be a brilliant track day bike. Someone needs to put the idea of the R9 into Mr Yamaha's mind. like this but with the CP3 engine in it. Spaff-tastic

[@Simey2wheels]

R7 SP for the win!

[@PeppyZeb]

They absolutely need to make a sports bike with the 850 triple engine. I have an XSR900 and the engine is a diamond. They would then have a twin, triple and inline 4 sports bike

[@simmo123]

Yamaha are doing great things

[@tonym995]

What microphone do you use for audio? I’m curious to know your camera and mic if you don’t mind sharing.

[@Yamaprilia]

The thing is unless they do a sub 100bhp trackday group as you suggested these bikes are dangerous when out on track with 200bhp plus bikes. Ive nearly rear ended a few twins because the closing speed is so vast. But they corner well so you sometimes dont know they are actually a low power bike untill you nearly stuff one up the arse. Sub 100bhp group also sounds like alot of fun too and id be interested in doing that myself

[@d675ose7]

Just rode home on a RSV660 after dropping my V4 1100 Tuono Factory off for a service - 660 does not have a 675 top end rush, it’s quite spartan and paint is... - but it does have a blipper, a little bit of a top end rush, you sit right in the bike, it turns really well and you can have some fun at semi legal road speeds/front pops up easily. Can really see the point in these bikes - but would I love it like my old 675r or a 250 2-stroke - no.

[@xtremebroccoli]

What a motor. Seems to be such a hit no matter the platform. Yamaha may be convincing me to give one a test ride…

[@andrewtucker7990]

Waiting on mine to get to the dealership. Got the blue one coming.