Yamaha MT-07 2015 vs. Yamaha XSR700 2016

Yamaha MT-07 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2016

Overview - Yamaha MT-07 2015 vs Yamaha XSR700 2016

Yamaha MT-07 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2016

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-07 2015 compared to Yamaha XSR700 2016

Yamaha MT-07 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2016

Yamaha MT-07 2015

Yamaha XSR700 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.6 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	75 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	68 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	689 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,085 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	745 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	1,090 mm	Height	1,130 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,400 mm	Wheelbase	1,405 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	182 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	186 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-07 2015

Even after three years, the Yamaha MT-07 is still a public favourite. No one else beats such a price-performance ratio. The two-cylinder engine is powerful, but can be dosed very gently at low revs. The display is also one of the best in this class, with good readability. Only the chassis is disappointing. In a sporty riding style, it is simply too soft, which can cause the MT-07 to sway.

great motor

easy to read display

low price

Chassis too soft

Yamaha XSR700 2016

If you want an entry-level motorbike that will keep you happy for a long time, but at the same time has a cool retro look, there's really no getting around the Yamaha XSR 700. With the MT-07 as the technical basis, you're buying what is probably the most popular beginner's motorbike at the moment - just in a different guise. The XSR 700's greatest triumph is its unbelievably elastic in-line two-cylinder, which neither overtaxes beginners nor bores experienced motorcyclists. The throttle response is pleasantly direct and the power develops very harmoniously, there will never be an 'oops' moment here. However, the XSR 700 should be seen as a relaxed cruiser rather than a sporty motorbike. The chassis sways very easily when ridden fast and brings uncertainty into the vehicle. Experienced riders will find it easy to cope with, but a beginner may be overwhelmed.

Elastic motor

direct transmission

easy handling

good build quality

Too soft chassis

seating position needs getting used to