Yamaha Motor Australia will release the MT-07 in dealerships nationally this week, the bike specifically developed for the Australian market.

As confirmed on CycleOnline.com.au last week, the 655cc parallel twin has been purpose-built in Japan to suit our learner market requirements.

With heaps of instant torque and the same class leading light weight as the much heralded European MT-07, the Aussie version is designed to appeal to experts and new riders alike.

According to Yamaha, the MT-07 is the lightest motorcycle in its class, has the most torque, has the best power to weight ratio and is the most fuel efficient.

Source: Yamaha Motor Australia.

Engine technical highlights:
– All-new liquid-cooled 655cc in-line two-cylinder DOHC four-stroke
– Lightweight and compact engine
– 52.1PS @8000rpm, 57.5Nm@4000rpm
– Exciting torque at low and mid rpm range
– 270-degree crank
– Crossplane philosophy based on 270-degree crank
– Outstanding fuel efficiency
– Newly designed six-speed transmission
– Four-valve design with forged pistons and direct plated cylinders
– Offset cylinder design for increased fuel efficiency designed to deliver optimum riding enjoyment
– Compact clutch design
– Highly efficient and compact fuel injection system
– Lightweight single axis balancer
– Lightweight and compact 2-into1 exhaust
– Three-way catalyser with oxygen feedback control

Chassis technical highlights:
– 179kg wet weight (164kg dry weight)
– Slim frame with 805mm seat height
– Compact bar mounted display is unique to MT-07 and includes all the info at a glance
– Slim and compact chassis dimensions for easy agility and manoeuvrability
– Compact and upright riding style with freedom to adopt different positions
– Class-leading 180 wide rear tyre
– Wave discs front and rear
– Newly designed backbone-type lightweight tubular frame
– Chassis geometry, weight distribution and dimensions designed for optimal riding excitement and controllability
– Best in class, high end asymmetrical swingarm
– Link-type Monocross rear suspension with horizontal adjustable shock mounted directly to the crankcase
– 41mm front forks with 130mm of stroke and narrow 190mm pitch
– 17-inch radial tyres and best in class lightweight 10-spoke cast aluminium wheels
– Dual 282mm wave front discs with monocoque 4-pot opposed piston calipers
– Characteristic MT-series style Z-shape exhaust/air inlet-type scoops
– Handlebar-mounted digital instruments with full LED display
– Sculpted body design with slim fuel tank for easy knee grip
– Multi-reflector headlight

Source: Yamaha Motor Australia.

There will be four colour options available: Deep Armour, Competition White, Matt Grey, Racing Red and it will retail at $8999 with a 24-month, unlimited km, parts and labour warranty.

Yamaha’s MT-07 is available with a wide range of genuine accessory parts which include a sports/learner kit and a touring kit, fly screens, radiator side covers, licence plate holder and a full titanium Akropovic exhaust system. Visit yshop.yamaha-motor.com.au for more details.