Yamaha has announced the fourth generation of the MT-07 for model year 2025, with a new appearance, a new chassis with a focus on weight minimization and riding modes thanks to the use of ride-by-wire throttle control. And also released a Y-AMT version.
To start with the engine, in terms of performance, the acclaimed and proven CP2 has remained unchanged compared to the third generation, but is now Euro5+ homologated, the difference is in the application of YCC-T ride-by-wire throttle control , which has enabled the application of driving modes and traction control. Yamaha is thus following the trend of completely unnecessary electronics on motorcycles in the mid-range segment.
With the 2025 MT-07, Yamaha gives you the choice of two pre-defined riding modes (Sport and Street), each with their own power delivery and throttle response, plus a third riding mode that can be adjusted by the rider himself. And has come up with a nice abbreviation for it: YRC, which stands for Yamaha Ride Control. You’d better love abbreviations.
Yamaha speaks of three different power outputs, with PWR1 the most responsive, PWR3 the most defensive and PWR2 right in between. And indeed, PWR stands for Power in this case. The YCC-T system also introduces traction control that can be set to two levels (TCS1 and TCS2), but can also be switched off.
Yamaha says it has equipped the fourth-generation MT-07 with a new chassis, starting with the new tubular steel frame, whose shape and cross-section have been revised, making it stiffer than its predecessor. At the front we find a new 41 mm upside down to replace the ‘right side up’ telescope of its predecessor, plus a new aluminum triple clamp that should be considerably lighter.
At the rear, the double swingarm drives the monoshock via a linkage and now has the option to adjust the rebound and preload hydraulically. The braking system features new radially mounted brake calipers, which bite into 298 mm discs. According to Yamaha, almost half a kilo of weight has been saved on the new SpinForged wheels.
The triangular relationship between handlebars, footpegs and saddle has been revised: the handlebars are 18mm wider, 22mm lower and 9.3mm further back in the stem, while the footpegs are positioned 10mm lower to increase legroom. To make the engine more streamlined, the tank cover is narrower than its predecessor and, as with the MT-09, there are now two grilles to amplify the engine’s intake sound. Rider ergonomics should be further improved by the new two-piece saddle, with improved dimensions, shape and padding for both the rider and pillion.
The 2025 model of the MT-07 features a new 5″ color display with four different themes to choose from via new steering wheel controls, including turn signals. In addition to the speedometer and rev counter, the instrumentation includes a level and average consumption indicator, air temperature and gear indicator. It is possible to connect the smartphone to the instrument panel via the free Yamaha My Ride app. Mirroring navigation is possible via the Garmin Streetcross app.
The 2025 MT-07 is the second model after the MT-09 that can be equipped with Yamaha’s new semi-automatic transmission Y-AMT. The Y-AMT gives you the choice of AT (automatic transmission) with modes D and D+, where D is intended for everyday driving and D+ for sporty work, plus an MT mode where you can shift gears yourself using paddles on the steering wheel. Our man with the MT-09 was not very fond of the AT version, but the MT version was.
In addition, the Y-AMT version is equipped with cruise control as standard. The standard MT-07 can optionally be equipped with the third generation up/down quickshifter, a slip-assist clutch is now standard equipment.
The new MT-07 and MT-07 Y-AMT and their 35kW versions will be available in three colorways: Ice Storm, Icon Blue and Tech Black. Price and delivery time are not yet known.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.