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2023 Yamaha MT-07 [Specs, Features, Photos]

2023 Yamaha MT-07

2023 Yamaha MT-07: Japanese Middleweight Reliability

The Yamaha MT-07 arguably has one of the most refined engines in the middleweight street-naked space. While it doesn’t make as much power as some of its rivals, the CP2 engine has developed quite a reputation for its unique character and impressive reliability. The MT-07 is among the few offerings in Yamaha’s 2023 line-up to receive notable changes.

For 2023, the Yamaha MT-07 gets a full-color, 5-inch TFT display. This screen is not only larger than before but also features two layouts. The layouts – Street and Touring – alter the position of the tachometer, speedo, and other information. In addition to this, the new display also gets the Yamaha Y-Connect system which allows smartphone connectivity. The Japanese manufacturer has also pre-wired the bike to add a quick shifter, facilitating an easy and fast installment if you opt for the accessory.

Everything else remains largely the same, carrying forward the revised tune, exhaust layout, and intake design introduced in 2021. Other notable changes included larger discs up front and a revised handlebar.

The 2023 Yamaha MT-07 starts at $8,199 USD / $9,999 CAD.

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2023 Yamaha MT-07 in one place.

2023 Yamaha MT-07


Model Overview

General Info

  • Price: $8,199 USD / $9,999 CAD
  • Key Features:
    • New 5-inch TFT display
    • Y-Connect feature for smartphone connectivity
    • Pre-wired for Quick Shift accessorization

Main Specs

  • Engine: 689cc, liquid-cooled, inline-twin
  • Power: 75 hp
  • Torque: 49.5 lb-ft
  • Weight: 406 lbs (184 kg)
  • Seat Height: 31.7 inches (805 mm)

2023 Yamaha MT-07


2023 Yamaha MT-07 Specifications

From Yamaha

ENGINE

Engine 689cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-stroke, 4-valves per cylinder
Power 75 Hp
Bore x Stroke 80.0mm x 68.6mm
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System Fuel injection
Starter Electric
Lubrication

DRIVETRAIN

Clutch wet multiplate clutch
Transmission 6-speed
Final Drive Chain

CHASSIS

Suspension Front 41mm telescopic fork; 5.1-in travel
Suspension Rear Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.1-in travel
Brakes Front Dual 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS
Brakes Rear 245mm hydraulic disc; ABS
Tires Front 120/70ZR17
Tires Rear 180/55ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity 3.7 gal
Color

ELECTRICAL

Ignition
Spark Plugs
Headlight Projector
Tail Light LED

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 82.1 in
Overall Width  30.7 in
Overall Height 43.5 in
Wheelbase 55.1 in
Ground Clearance 5.5 in
Seat Height 31.7 in
Wet Weight 406 lb

WARRANTY

Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Extension

2023 Yamaha MT-07


2023 Yamaha MT-07 Features

TOP FEATURES

Accessories

Accessorize your new MT-07 with a front cowl, fly screen, fender eliminator and many more options!

LED Projector Lighting

Full LED lighting for the position lights, headlight and both front and rear turn signals exhibit clear and powerful illumination with a modern design.

Next-Generation Design

The MT-07’s aggressive look further enhances its distinctive appeal. Bold colors and graphics integrate with the minimalist stripped-back design and structural elements to emphasize pure Hyper Naked character. With a silhouette that is synonymous with the MT Series’ signature statement of torque and power, the MT-07 showcases a tight, compact and powerful appearance.

Chassis/Suspension

Adjustable KYB® Rear Shock

The MT-07 features a link-type KYB® rear shock adjustable for both rebound damping and spring preload. With 5.1 inches of rear travel, the shock is positioned below the seat with an almost horizontal alignment to help make the chassis even more compact.

Assertive Riding Position

The MT-07 features a wide, tapered handlebar for an improved feeling of control and comfort for a range of rider sizes.

Compact Frame Design

The MT-07’s high-strength steel frame provides an optimized balance of rigidity for nimble, agile handling. Using the engine as a stressed member of the chassis allows for a lighter, more compact main frame design, contributing to the bike’s low wet weight of only 406 pounds.

Exceptional Stopping Power

For excellent stopping power, control and feel while braking, the MT-07 features 298mm front brake discs with four-piston calipers and a 245mm rear disc. ABS comes standard to boost rider confidence and prevent wheel lock-ups in reduced traction conditions.

KYB® Front Fork

The MT-07’s front suspension features a 41mm KYB® fork with 5.1 inches of travel. With carefully selected spring rates and damping settings, the suspension has a refined feel and responsively performs across a wide range of riding styles.

Lightweight Wheels

Lightweight 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight for great handling and suspension performance. The Michelin Road 5 tires offer excellent grip and agility with 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear sizes.

Sporty Chassis Dimensions

Working with the characteristics of the compact twin-cylinder engine, the wheelbase, seat height, fuel tank width, rake and other dimensions achieve a sporty, light and neutral handling character.

ENGINE

Advanced Twin-Cylinder Engine

The MT-07 features the compact 689cc liquid-cooled, inline twin cylinder, DOHC CP2 engine with fuel injection. The fun and characterful CP2 engine provides both outstanding low- to mid-range torque and strong high-rpm pulling power. Fuel injection settings are optimized for seamless, linear throttle response characteristics, even when the throttle is slightly open at low rpm.

Compact Stacked Transmission

The six-speed transmission “stacks” the input/output shafts in a triangular layout. Keeping the overall engine size shorter from front-to-back, the placement in the frame is optimized for outstanding weight balance. The transmission ratios bring out the best of the low- to mid-speed torque with excellent response characteristics to reduce the need for frequent shifts.

Crossplane Crankshaft Concept

The two-cylinder engine features Yamaha’s Crossplane Crankshaft Concept 270-degree crank that provides linear torque development in response to the rider’s throttle input. Offering excellent rider-machine communication, the CP2 engine is also light, slim and compact.

Midship Exhaust System

By placing the muffler low in the frame and as close to the center of the machine as possible, the bike’s mass is centralized for improved all around handling.

Offset Cylinder Block

The CP2 engine shifts its cylinder bores slightly forward, towards the exhaust side which reduces piston-to-cylinder wall friction, resulting in more power and improved fuel economy.

Refined Fuel Injection

From the open roads to the urban sprawl, refined electronic fuel injection settings deliver a smooth throttle response for enhanced riding enjoyment. The system delivers outstanding torque in the low- and mid-rpm range, exciting acceleration in the upper rpm range, along with linear and seamless throttle response across the entire rev range.

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

Adjustable KYB® Rear Shock

The MT-07 features a link-type KYB® rear shock adjustable for both rebound damping and spring preload. With 5.1 inches of rear travel, the shock is positioned below the seat with an almost horizontal alignment to help make the chassis even more compact.

Assertive Riding Position

The MT-07 features a wide, tapered handlebar for an improved feeling of control and comfort for a range of rider sizes.

Compact Frame Design

The MT-07’s high-strength steel frame provides an optimized balance of rigidity for nimble, agile handling. Using the engine as a stressed member of the chassis allows for a lighter, more compact main frame design, contributing to the bike’s low wet weight of only 406 pounds.

Exceptional Stopping Power

For excellent stopping power, control and feel while braking, the MT-07 features 298mm front brake discs with four-piston calipers and a 245mm rear disc. ABS comes standard to boost rider confidence and prevent wheel lock-ups in reduced traction conditions.

KYB® Front Fork

The MT-07’s front suspension features a 41mm KYB® fork with 5.1 inches of travel. With carefully selected spring rates and damping settings, the suspension has a refined feel and responsively performs across a wide range of riding styles.

Lightweight Wheels

Lightweight 10-spoke cast aluminum wheels reduce unsprung weight for great handling and suspension performance. The Michelin Road 5 tires offer excellent grip and agility with 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear sizes.

Sporty Chassis Dimensions

Working with the characteristics of the compact twin-cylinder engine, the wheelbase, seat height, fuel tank width, rake and other dimensions achieve a sporty, light and neutral handling character.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Accessories

Accessorize your new MT-07 with a front cowl, fly screen, fender eliminator and many more options!

LED Projector Lighting

Full LED lighting for the position lights, headlight and both front and rear turn signals exhibit clear and powerful illumination with a modern design.

Next-Generation Design

The MT-07’s aggressive look further enhances its distinctive appeal. Bold colors and graphics integrate with the minimalist stripped-back design and structural elements to emphasize pure Hyper Naked character. With a silhouette that is synonymous with the MT Series’ signature statement of torque and power, the MT-07 showcases a tight, compact and powerful appearance.

New For 2023

New Full-Color 5-inch TFT Display

New for the 2023 MT-07 is the installation of a 5-inch full-color TFT display that provides a choice of two different screen modes. The “Street” mode is a more modern layout with a bar-type tachometer, digital speedo and gear selection readouts. The “Touring” mode features a more conventional circular analog-style tachometer on the right of the screen and digital speedometer on the left.

New Yamaha Y-Connect Smartphone Connectivity

The new MT-07 now features Yamaha Motorcycle Connect (Y-Connect) smartphone connectivity which works in conjunction with the free-of-charge Y-Connect app (available for iOS and Android) to enable a direct connection between motorcycle and smartphone. Y-Connect capability for the MT-07 includes the ability to view incoming call, email and message notifications, along with time, phone battery level, connection status and weather information on the new TFT display. Additional useful functions include monitoring and notifying the rider or other contact of motorcycle technical issues, and also the ability to track and record key motorcycle ride data within the app, including distance covered, fuel consumption, acceleration, top speed, lean angle and much more.

Pre-wired for Quick Shift Accessorization

To facilitate the fitment of a quickshifter, the new MT-07 is pre-wired with the necessary electronics for installation, making it quick and easy to install Yamaha’s Quick Shift System available through the Yamaha Genuine Accessory catalog.

 


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