2021 Yamaha MT-07 Review | Daily Rider
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- Опубликовано: 7 май 2021
- 2021 Yamaha MT-07 Review | Daily Rider
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The artist formerly known as FZ-07 has become a star in Yamaha’s lineup, and for 2021 it received a bunch of updates. Is this tiny wheelie monster the same as ever or better than ever? Only a Daily Rider can find out for sure.
SPECS:
MSRP: $7,699
Engine: 689 cc parallel twin
Measured weight: 406 lb. / 184 kg
Fuel tank: 3.7 gal. / 14 liters
Seat height: 31.7 in. / 805 mm
Claimed power: ~75 hp @ na rpm
Claimed torque: ~50 foot-pounds @ 6,500 rpm
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I would really like to see how each of the bikes Zach rides are as a "weekend warrior" bike. Ari could take them out to a track and/or mountain twistys and ride them at a higher pace, showing a separate leader board for how they stack up in those situations.
This dude is the best reviewer doesn’t matter what company he’s getting paid from
looks like logan paul
@@danielngondzi4482 ngl thought i was the only one who saw thatt
@@danielngondzi4482dont do it cause i cant unsee it now..
@@danielngondzi4482 You look like Baby Spice fell into a porta potty.
“Its a small bike” we Asian guys cry in our 150cc machines
jejeje in Colombia there are 50cc, 100cc and 125cc bikes :')
150cc is even for the middle class. Most people here ride 110cc and 125cc bikes.
@@thangluongquang2826 how tf are y’all that lame?!?! 😭
@@ohanaross-roberts97 There are a couple of reasons. Firstly, we are poor(er). I know some people whose their bike is literally the only possession they have. They live and die on it. Secondly, it's quite unnecessary here. Our law forbid motorcycles from entering the highway, and speed limits outside of highways is 70km/h maximum, which means anything 110cc and above would suffice. Most people here ride to work, school on the daily, and they need something cheap, light and durable. They don't need fun. Bigger bikes are simply way too expensive and inefficient for the purpose. That is to say, there are people who ride big cc bikes, but they account for like 1% of bikes on the road and they are mostly already die hard motorcycle enthusiasts or police officers.
Oh, and especially in my country in order to legally ride anything bigger than 175cc, you'll need to have a special license called the A2 license. It's both harder and more expensive to acquire than the A1 license most people have. So even motorcycle fans sometimes choose smaller bikes just because they don't want to go through all that hassle.
I have a 2020 MT07. I put taller final drive gears on it. That turned it into a great bike for longer rides and improved the mileage. I also put a full exhaust system on it. Big difference in the sound. Also a Corbin seat and small windscreen. I have done up to 400 miles in a day without feeling beat up. This bike can be anything you want it to be. Great platform for customizing.
Is there an off-idle jerkiness like the one in this video?
@@daveinwla6360 The throttle thing is not really a big deal to me. Can it be improved? Yes. But I rode bikes with carbs on them most of my life. The MT07 is a great bike. After you ride one the throttle issue is a wash, it would not stop me from buying one. That is for sure.
When it comes to the gearing did you just change the front or the back sprocket? and also how did you flash the ecu?
@@izzy8609 I have stock settings on the ecu. I went up one tooth in the front and down 3 teeth in back with the sprockets
Sorry, pretty new to bikes. What's a "full exhaust system" and how is it different from the stock exhaust?
Life is simple. I see Zack courts and a torquey bike, i click watch now
I mean he has one of the best KTM’s ever made “950 SM”
Life is simple. I see Zack Courts, I click watch now
I always click like before watching, in case i forget.
setuju bang
Life is short, stop repeating this stupid simple-man-clicky cliche.
I rode until now 92.000 km on a 2015 yellow one. The engine is one of the best of the last 20 years for sure. I use it for daily commuting and for far journeys through Europe.
This light bike, driven by a experienced rider, has no enemies on the passes of the alpes.
Lesser is sometimes more.
I just ticked over 110,000 k's on mine, still hasn't missed a beat.
@@kingsi4869 So happy to read both of these comments about long life. I just picked up a red 2015 fz07 this past summer, and have had nothing but great experiences so far.
Hi. How many kms is this bike good for
How is the seat comfort ? I'm thinking of picking up a Tracer 7 instead of an MT-07 only because of the seat but I really love the MT's style but that damned seat is giving me doubts lol
@@007bogossemre007 what’s wrong with the seat
I can't wait to hear Zack review the forthcoming R7.
I love how you guys can just lane filter so easily in California 🤤 that’s how motorcycling should be everywhere!
It is in California and the rest of the whole wide world. 😂
Well at least California gets something right
@@amostlyreasonableguy except most drivers will hit you lol!
@@kickboxer2817 Not in purpose, but if a rider comes out with that attitude that everyone is out there to kill them, then its on the rider. People in cars simply cannot see you, but motorcyclist can see them better, be a better more aware rider, it is that simple. You are not special enough to be targeted by everyone
@@Twilight-cl3zc I'm not sure that the OP realises that there's a 'rest of the world '
Undoubtedly the best bike reviewer to ever do it. I could watch this guy ride and talk about motorcycles all day.
I've got to say, out of all the bikes I've ridden, my 19 MT07 is by far my favorite. Every time I feel I might be getting bored, the engine puts me back in its favor. It's the most fun machine I've had under me
Same. I've owned faster, more comfortable and more raw bikes. But none give me the smiles per miles of my FZ07
I love the mt07 but ride a vfr700 wow that bike is amazing
Guys if you are having Jerky throttle issues with any year of MT07 / FZ07 get the G2 Street Tamer throttle tube.
If you feel that the front forks are too soft in a corner, swap your fork oil to 15 weight fork oil
I promise you those two mods only cost $100 total shipped, but they will make your bike feel immensely better.
Is anyone else having issues watching this video?? I can play literally anything else but this one! I know I’m meant to see it.
Same here... (Netherlands)
Same here in Illinois, USA.
Won’t play for me either...
IPad no likely…
Yep,me too
I'm a dullard and it makes life complicated, but motorcycle reviews fill me with enjoyable inane opinions.
Finally this episode is out! Yes! Thank you RevZilla and thank you Zack
Always a good day when I see a fresh Revzilla video. Absolutely fantastic content as always Zack and team. Cheers.
it's great watching someone who actually tells the truth. with some other reviewers it often seems like fluff that they get from the manufacturer's marketing team. thanks zack.
I watched this review and all the other Daily Riders dozens of times each, then finally decided to buy an MT07. I am already in love. Thanks Zach and Revzilla!
Zack its the guy you want hang out and talk about motorcycle all day........thank you for your always excellent review 👏 👏
Your reviews are simply da best. As a former moto-journo (Cycle Guide, 1980s) I feel like you've perfected this gig :) You record pretty much what was going through our heads while we rode around the greater LA area on Vmax/Ninja/FZs/Magnas/Goldwings/HD/etc/etc. But there we were, suffering a pre-GoPro world, hoping we'd remember our most brilliant quips and insights long enough to keystroke them.
Anyway, nice work, as always.
Probably on an electric typewriter too! I kind of miss having all those magazines stacked up in my room. My first street bike was a 1986 Yamaha Radian 600 and i rode three wheelers on dirt. I have to say for the times you guys did a great job on the magazines. Thanks!
Agreed. Hitting that wet weight always deserves props....
I agreed with your placement on the FZ-07 from a few years ago as an awesome and fun bike. I bought it after that and watching the Yammie Noob drive it for his giveaway. A few years later it is still just as fun and your placement on the board is right where it should be!
I love this bike!!! It isn't the fastest, doesn't have any rider aides (except for ABS) and the suspension is "lacking" to put it nicely, but man is it a blast to ride and the engine has so much character. I've owned over 30 bikes in my 35 years of riding (from super sports to cruisers) and this little MT-07 has been one of my favorite bikes owned so far.
Is it good for beginners? mt09 or mt07
@@zamanhrsz8254yamaha r3 or ninja 400
I love the stop light challenge, and have been doing it myself at every stop sign. Even doing it when in my car. So much fun.
Damn what’s your success rate in the car?
Zack the intelligence, humour and helpfulness of your videos make them a pleasure to watch. Thank you 🙏 #revzilla
But I do wish you would find some decent roads to push these bikes a bit and let us enjoy watching that.
Just preordered a raven black 2021 MT-07 today. 51 years old and just came back to riding after a 17 year (hiatus). Have a 2006 V-Star 1100 bagger but damn does this bike look fun. Never considered a sport bike in the past due to riding posture, but these naked bikes feel way more approachable. Especially for an old man like me.
Yes I agree. I'm just getting into riding but will be getting a similar bike soon. I have a KTM duke 390 right now. These names bikes just look so much more comfortable and they are still fast as fuck if you want speed lol
How did that work out for you? Are you liking the 21 MT-07?
I have a couple of old bikes and am just planning to get back into ridingthis summer, and thinking of looking on craigslist for a 21 or a 22 MT-07.
"what the mother...... yellow lights" Dude you are killing me. Those MT bikes are on my list. Was real close to buying an MT09 a week ago. Buttttt, the dealer had terrible follow thru. Bought a Rebel 1100, and looooooove it. Love these reviews btw. LOVE THEM!!!!!
Thanks a lot for the review :) it just confirms my decission, as I ordered this beauty yesterday :)
Great review, really captures what I like so much about my bike. Also fairly describes the deficiencies without missing the big picture.
you make the wheelies looks so smooth and gentle. I still haven't been able to do one on my 790 duke, but mainly because I'm scared
I had a 15' it was one of the most fun motorcycles I'd owned. It was light tons of torque, zippy and easy to ride and actually pretty comfortable.
You pretty much summarized everything an Mt-07 is in the end with one word: fun. Owner of a 2016 Matte Silver with Racer Blue rims and always brings a smile to my face everytime, especially when you install an exhaust and bring the engine to life.
Hey Zack, I love your reviews so much they've become sort of a measuring stick for motorcycle reviews for me, so I can't help comparing others' reviews to yours and noticing how others fall short. Just so fun to watch and feel your zest for riding as you do it. They are also fairly comprehensive. I'd like to see more of them. In particular, I'm interested in middle displacement naked bikes as a noob. Thanks, looking forward for more 👍 Keep it up!
Nevermind, got myself SV1000S as a first bike 😁
As someone who owns a 2021 Triumph STR and owned a 2020 MT07. I fully agree with the daily rider assessment. The triple R is an angry and twitchy bike from stop light to stop light compared to the Mt07.
Edit: also a side note, the MT07 sounds the f'n business with a full exhaust.
My favorite review ever someone pay this guy
Awesome! Been waiting for an MT-07 daily ride!
So glad I found this video. I’m looking to get my first bike and while most people seem to recommend a 300 or 400 at 6”2’ and 230lbs Im just to big for those bikes. It’s great to hear impressions from someone my same height. MT07 is number 1 on my wanted list.
Rode a 2017/FZ-07 around The The Big Island of Hawaii for several years. Buy what you want, of course, but unless you make a living off motorcycles, light your cigars with $100/bills or live next to a track this thing is perfect. Engine is a masterpiece and they got rid of the pumpkin turn signals. Have fun on it then forget it.
22:30 that wheelie just looks effortless!!!
Clutch in , throttle, clutch out.
@@Bow-to-the-absurd Wish it was that easy on my gixxus lmao
@@patw9175 you can do it
Even a 125 will wheelie if you give it enough throttle and dump the clutch
@@Bow-to-the-absurd accidentally did one on a wave rsx (110cc) keeping it up is the hard part.
@@sebastiangeorge7714 yes
Getting used to dumping the clutch and not automatically shutting the throttle is quite a thing to get used to
Bit by bit.
Awesome!, nice review @Zack! Love the MT-07, hoped that you would review the 2021 model. I’m stoked that you like it, as do I!
Commenting before watching. By the number of sales and from the opinion of friends that own one, this will be a pretty good daily rider!
I bought one December last year, I have done a lot of mods and upgrades; totally love this bike. SUPER fun to ride!! Light weight good mpg's.
Is it too much power for a first bike? Im 29 so i was hoping id be mature enough to give it the respect it needs. Deep down though, the sensible side of me is thinking it might be a bad idea 😅
I was waiting for the MT-07 Daily rider!! :)
I have the 2020 xsr. Bought September 20. 0 miles. Today is mid may. 5800 miles. It's amazing.
I can't wait to see the daily ride on the new speed triple 1200 rs. I picked up the first one in my state and have been flogging it already. It's quite the machine
Absolutely love my fz07. 4th bike I’ve owned but the bike I’ve owned the longest Cus it’s so much fun
Phenomenal value. The MT-07 is about half the price of what I paid for my 890 Duke R after loading it with the optional electronics. Trident 660, Tuono 660, and updated MT-07 are all amazing beginner bikes and tons of fun for any seasoned rider as well. I'd have one each in the garage if I could.
Question, I started on a rebel 500, been riding for about 2 years now. I’ve recently discovered how fun it is to ride in the canyons / twisties. I for see some track days in the future as well. With that said, witch would you recommend from 890 DukeR , Street Triple, or 21 MT07?
@@jayrock497 honestly I don’t think you could go wrong with any one of these 3. They would all work well in the twisties and on the track. The Triumph Trident would also be another great option.
@@MrSpeed-lt8gr Thank you!!
Wow! This is the first review ive seen from zack. I dont think it could get more thuro. And interesting. And entertaining. Every question i could think And more he answered. Somebody needs to give him a raise
Great job Zach!!!
Love my 2017 Fz07, been a great bike.
I love Zak's reviews , I bought a Tracer 900GT on the strength of one, from a Brit btw..
Really like your factual presentations. My first bike a honda dream and I still love soft suspension
You're so close to 1M subscribes! Congrate mate
I got an XSR700 which is basically the same bike with a different coat on. Great engine, super fun. Its not exactly a beast, but it's got a really big sweet zone and as long as you stay in it you always have more power on tap to bug out. Also I'm 5'9" so it fits me like a glove.
Thank you for the review. Even though you've got the cross country champ as the number one daily rider, I still, very much, trust your opinion.
The new mt07 is the bike I'm looking at for my next new purchase. Demo days don't give enough impression of a bike. And, for some reason, people want insane money for their used fz/mt 07's. As in, the same price as these updated models.
Anywho, awesome review.
Thinking of buying my next bike based on the leader board. Keep up the amazing content. God bless you guys over at Revzilla.
Ordered mine today. 1st bike.. loved this review
I got one two weeks ago, the black one and I use it for daily commuting to work and for fun rides on weekends of course. So far 500 km on it. Got used to it pretty fast. I am 180 and it fits perfectly, the bars, levers, the sitting position, the seat is comfy. Nice review, matches the bike.
how did you get the black one? All the stock ones come only in the color rush colors? that flat black is so beautiful to me
@@immortaljack_ I bought mine just a few days after the sale release in my country, that was the only colour the had ;) guess I was lucky.
Pretty much the same as before then, can't go wrong with the little pocket rocket :) Was hoping they'd listen to all the feedback and change the speedo location but gladly it's an easy fix! Thx for the review 👌
I really like the styling of the bike. It’s cool, modern, and unique.
Video isn;t working for me
I absolutely love the new styling, the old models twin lights looked great but Yamaha have done well with the next evolution imo.
It's ugly.
We need a track day with Zack & Ari battling it out with a 2021 MT-07 and BattleToad.
I doubt that would be much of a battle, honestly.
@@iamtherealzombie Fair enough, but there were lots of surprised riders who were passed by BattleToad on that day. Ah, shoot... Now I'm not sure if you meant BattleToad would do better on the track than a stock 2021 MT-07, or the other weay around. I meant no offense in my reply. I just think it would be another interesting video to see how the two do against each other.
Which do you feel would do better? I'd be rooting for BattleToad.
@@Land-Shark battletoad would be trounced before the first corner
Never ceases to amaze me when you wheelie and you talk so relaxed, I can never do either hahaha, nevertheless at the same time.
The fz07 is great offroad. Took it mudding once and it didn't do bad.
Best daily commute on the web!
Zack is the best at reviewing bikes!
That was a smooth swinging whoolie, well done!
I used this bike for my first driving lesson, it was great! Can't wait to get on it again!
Exactly why I bought mine.
I've owned several bikes, I'm far from a beginner, but I just knew that I was going to spend most of my riding life going to and from work, and I wanted something super fun but also something which wasn't going to get me arrested. So far so good...
Tell that to the Vermont State Police from my speeding ticket last year lol
@@drewmoto732 what did you get hit with
@@dat3rdsideboy386 $1200 ticket, was going to get felony reckless driving but got it removed after going to traffic school and donating to the state.
@@drewmoto732 lmao damn what was the over and speed limit I’m not familiar with that area
I have 44 k on my 2016 FZ07 and I still love it like the first time I rode it... probably even more!
Is the reliability as good as people say?
@@abde4645 I definitely think so. I have had no real issues with the bike.
Same it’s such a fun bike!
@@CoffeeGuyRides do you have the terrible gearbox clunkyness???
@@Nathan-cv6sm I do. I have gotten used to it, but it is definitely something that Yamaha should do better.
Got mine almost 3 years ago, moved from Pedro to the rural PNW and still love it. Handles well on the curvy 2 lane mountain highways, and with no cities or traffic I'm averageing 59.1 mpg :) *I'd probably get more milage but with few troopers and long empty stretches I can't help but enjoy the speed.
The throttle response really sums up the overall target. Good enough, keep legal happy.
I keep forgetting that I've never actually been on a motorcycle and the chances of me even thinking the suspensions bad, or that the brakes suck, or that it's underpowered in any way are SO low. I'm gonna be hopping on one of these going straight from a 20 year old Toyota camry. Like, this thing's gonna feel like face melting speed
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Zack-Love your wheelies! I'm getting a new bike soon & it's either a R7, MT09SP. I wanna wheelie and be onnside of tire. Bot I cant wait
I’m a short guy looking for my first bike and I want a sports bike but finding one that’ll for me this seems to be the perfect one. Thanks for the review.
Ninja 250/300/400 ;)
I had an FZ-07 and I miss it. I now have an SV650 but I would rather have this bike’s engine and ergonomics again even if the SV650 is better to rev with more top end power, a better chassis and better brakes. Hopefully I’ll get one in a couple years.
I like that dash/key arrangement... different but that low profile dash looks sharp.
Leaderboard is super subjective... but if it's about fun per dollar spent I can't argue with it's placement (can buy more than 3 of these for the price of one Streetfighter V4s, and then there's maintenance cost). Would I rather have a the SF or Street Triple - well yea - but if I'm no a tight budget I'm not going to lose sleep over buying this instead.
I think the mirrors are exactly the same as before. The MT07, 09 and 10 share the same mirrors. I guess because the handlebars are higher and wider made the mirrors taller and farther out. A plus in my book. Love the vid, love the bike.
Just bought me a 2022 mt07 my first bike I love it and I'm 6'3 comfortable great bike
would love to see a daily ride episode with the Svartpilen
My eye's been set on the 2021 MT09SP but you are definitely making a case for this eager puppy.
Both rock!
I'm lusting over the mt 09sp With the cruise control, improved fueling, improved geometry that according to all reviews makes the handling way better. Ohlines shock. Aaaand that triple noise. I think it's the perfect package for me. Mt 07 might be the better choice for urban riding, but I'm in a rural area where nearest town has 0 red lights.
@@danlford yeah I have an mt07, which I bought in 2015, and have changed mostly everything on it. Great fun bike.
If I was buying a bike today and I didn't have one already, I'd probably go for the 09 sp. It's meant to be a massive improvement over the old model (I never got on with the old 09).
MT07 does everything you need, but the MT09 SP has everything you want.
Or if you want a stupidly powerful triple there's the new Speed Triple 1200!
Less than 3% of men in America are 6’2 or over
The bike isn’t small it’s normal size for the majority of men
This review was so thoroughly agreeable I thought I was watching Pride and Prejudice.
It’s not working for some reason
This is exactly how I felt when I bought my new '00 SV650 for my daily commute twenty years ago...suspension - mediocre, brakes - mediocre, engine - makes it all work.
lol at the green light trigger at the end. I have a light that gets me almost every day on my daily ride to work. I always have to pull WAY up and then gesture to the car behind me and sometimes point at the trigger on the lights and hope they get it haha.
Just switched from a 1000 to a 2018. Definitely feels like less but I instantly felt like a better rider. Amazing bike. First mod even before exhaust would be STEERING DAMPENER.
Awesome bike! That headlight though >.
Any chance we can see a Monster 821 on the Daily Rider?
If there are new riders here that dont have experience of motorbikes, like me. I bought 2022 model mt-7 and man is it so much fun. Lots of torgue, super light to steer and not too powerful to accidentally kill yourself or total the bike. can recommend 100%!
I really enjoyed the video and the ride. I am seriously setting my mind into buying one of these babies till the end of the year. I am not that much of an experienced rider with clutch and high cc bikes. Do you think this is a good choice?
Kind of annoying the MT03 gets inverted forks and this doesn't.
MT07, as close as a bike can come to being everything to every street rider. What a great bike!
ITT: Some sad ass people who can't appreciate a good, inexpensive bike.
@@morgan98801 well I did specify 'close'
Flimsy switch gear, really twitchy on/off throttle, shit suspension, and the worst feeling gearbox i have felt on any motorcycle is absolutely everything to every street rider. Great motor, NOT a great bike.
🔥🔥😍
The Triumph Trident 660 blows the MT 07 off the road in 2021. Sorry but the MT 07 doesn't excite me like the Trident.
Have u rode one. I have . They very over hyped. Feel loose n cheap over all .shit suspension. Power is very hyped . Good for tootling around for newbies . Not a very good bike needs alot of work to feel tight and safe imo . Test rode one to maybe buy because of the hype. Was hella disappointed. Got something faster and tight. Good for new riders I guess
Oh sweet finally found him again after the motor trend show that got me hooked
I totally agree on going to taller gearing on certain bikes. I'm two decades behind on what I can afford so I went from 15/38 on my '02 CB750 Nighthawk to a taller 16/36. Went from 4,500rpm at an indicated 65 mph down to 3,900. And up to 75mph at 4,500rpm with taller gearing. The manufacturers are competing for 0-60. I'd rather have a useful 2nd gear in the corners. And a more relaxed engine speed on the highway.
Love the XSR700.
Daily Rider review of the venerable 2021 Suzuki SV650 would be great.
TIA.
I am sure that the Trident wont be a wheelly machine like the MT07 but I bet it's a great multipurpose bike..I will be interested to hear what you think of that bike's suspension . For my kind of riding I think it will be an interesting and entertaining ride even with that harder suspension . The frame to powertrain hopefully will make it more stable as a corner cutter ...Cant wait to see where it will go on the board ..All the best from New England , Yours Guy
So @guywolf, after 2 years, what do you think about the Trident?
@@yuriteixeira5816 I would still choose it over the MT07 :)
I'd love to see you do a review of the newest Ducati X Diavel S if possible. Love your content.
I love those wheelie giggles