Nice video, thanks. I would disagree with your assessment that for only $500 more you can get a more powerful bike, so why not. To me, it's quite obvious that this bike has plenty of power and anymore would be spending money on something that for many of us, would be wasted. At least for me. I just want a fun bike to ride in all scenarios whether it be in town, freeway, canyons, or cruising down Hwy 1, etc.... Personally, I'm much older than, I'm sure, 90% of your viewers and I don't need to rip around as fast as I can. I've already survived my youth.
Zach , while do enjoy the bike reviews, what I really enjoyed about this video was your reaction to the guy that blew by you at Mach 9. Knowing a little bit of your riding background (at least on your videos) you ride in a totally sane manner on the street. I’ve learned over the years that the best riders usually ride the safest and stay way within their abilities..I totally give you props for that ... nice job
@Donald trump's space force "why because he calls people out when they say retarded shit thats obviously false. Fuck you" Steve is entitled to his opinion but hoping for someone to crash and die because he's doing obviously controlled wheelies totally outside of traffic or crowds is being a jackass. So are you if you support that "must ride like me" attitude. I also don't believe in wheeling or driving unsafe in dangerous conditions but these were not.
Do you think Marc Marquez rides like a maniac on the street? NO, he rides responsibly and safely, just like this guy does. Hell, i was a rash egomaniac rider myself, it was only after I observed faster riders on track with smaller bikes than me humbled me a LOT.
I bought this bike because of this vid, meanwhile installed ohlins springs and ohlins adjustable shock, leovince exhaust, koso led headlight and a quickshifter. Kenny Roberts colours. Awesome bike, dont need the 900, I choose life😂
True, but riding your bike to its limits is fun, but I also like to keep my license+life. Ive been riding for 15 years and its my 16th bike, had more powerful bikes but I dont really care for top end power. I like the new gsx-8s tho...
This is easily the best and most enjoyable to watch motorcycle reviewer channel on TH-cam. 👍 With this bike it does seem like Yamaha need to drop the price more inline with its other offerings for it to be a viable alternative, but if you like the styling over the MT07/FZ07 then I guess it’s a price worth paying. Great video.
This video sold me on this bike. I liked the potential to make it the bike i wanted and Zack's comments about the power and that wheelie away from the stop 5:00 in did it... The shadow of the front wheel lifting and Zack's giggle from what may have been unexpected. SOLD!
DJ MotoVlogs Mine too, and it’s only the older Monster 600 Dark with 53bhp. Tho Ducati v-twin makes its power low down, parallel twin does so too but also through its mid-high rpm so gearing it to rev lower would possibly make the power range less useable if it struggles to use its mid-upper rpm’s? Just a theory.
I think the real deciding factor between the 700 vs the 900 is the insurance (in Ontario at least) I quoted both MT bikes and I got a 60% increase with the 900. If it were simply the purchase price I'd probably go for the 900.
Love these vids Zack, can't get enough of them. If you did 3 a week it wouldn't be enough! What about sharing your commuting gear setups? What you wear when and why, how you take your stuff with you to work, do you keep different shoes and such at the office. They typical daily necessities of office life.
Insurance in my area is a huge factor when looking at a bike, I would much rather take the XSR700 over the MT-09 for insurance rates alone and not even think twice at them being very close to the same price.
Great to see you doing dank wheelies again after the MV buzz-killed your streak! I'd like to see you do an MC Commute on the new R1. Have you considered doing older bikes occasionally?
Yamaha have been finessing the 270o crank since 1995 - 96 (TDM + TRX). They getting real good at it. I have a 98 TDM, often called a Tedium but it's brilliant, particularly with Kerker pipes. Great to see an all rounder bike getting your praise.
As a Yamaha fanboy, I have to agree with your turn signal frustration. Those orange lollipops are inexcusable. The Super Tenere, MT-10, etc have had clear and svelte LEDs for a while now!
aluisious You're not wrong. The platform, overall, is very good, though. I think that is what sways people. I mean, I'm not going to refuse to buy a great platform because some of the aesthetics aren't totally polished. I'm not mad, just disappointed, Yamaha...
The headlight, turn signals, seat, and tail piece would all have to go for me. Give it the true "modern classic" style they're going for. New pipe is a given.
I actually prefer the seating of the FZ 09, with the weird seating position, your so upright that when that engine goes crazy(which is pretty much all the time) the wind hits you pretty hard and that adds to the fun of that crazy bike
You road by 2 of the projects that I was part of, but you edited out the first one. The second one is at 12:55 on the right. Westview apartments. (Yes this is a plug) PS: Love the way it wheelies!
I was so stoked about this bike when it was announced for the USA. My CB1100 is a far prettier bike, but not as lively and playful. When the XSR finally arrived, I was certain I would trade my CB, until I rode the XSR. I do F&I at a metric dealer and get to demo whatever I want. My demo started out great with lots of enthusiasm for the little Yamaha. Then, I rode it and my CB back to back. I still love my Honda, despite it's weight and lack of leg room. Sometimes a bike wins your soul and I just couldn't bring myself to let it go despite how awesome the XSR is.
I’m actually excited to try this bike. Yamaha may have actually made a comfortable naked bike!! Wait until your 50 years old and your knees can’t take the “sporty” riding position and your back can’t handle riding a cruiser. There aren’t very many options. Standard bikes used to be comfortable.
I have the XSR700 and I love the blinkers - cuz they can be SEEN! Tired of all the criticism. It's a FUN bike! Oh, and the suspension is perfect for the bumpy country roads I ride it on. Ergonomically it's near perfect. Plenty of torque. Does the speed limit, 70 with ease and up to 100 fairly easily if you can stand the wind (any naked bike has same problem) Handles like a dream. Im getting about 54- 58 mpg. Plenty of info on the digital display. Doesn't look retro to me as much as it does "steam punk". Not much I don't like about it.
That sweet, sweet 689 twin needs additional homes, primarily in a dirt-slinging ADV/dual-sport machine. For the price of this XSR700 you're in the V-Strom 650 zone. Which is a way more comparable travel bike, which can also do some dirt.
I been thinking about this bike but everything that everyone loves about this home is exactly what puts me off, the engine. I am looking for a light weight not heavy bike that I could do touring and that will do well on the highway and that it would be comfortable. The XSR is more appealing then the MT07, bit still not quite there... I am only 5’8 and although I could manage on a tall bike like that because I got long legs, still it would be easier to have a closer to the ground bike.
There's a few clips of Ari riding along side Zach on the SV when Zach was reviewing the XSR900 talking about traction control. Look up that review. But yeah a full run would be nice.
Did you forget to add a link to the dyno graph or am I dumb and don't get the "[MCO URL]?" I'm curious to see it. Also in the description, where you list the measured HP/Tq are those numbers at the wheel?
Just got this bad boy. I requested it once I heard it was coming to the US. I got the call, and one of the show room dealers was trying to sway me away. I think he wanted it or one of his customers was trying to get a hold of it. I was like this one is mine.
I love the look of this bike, but the Tracer model would suit my needs better and be a little more versatile, but still a blast to ride. I wonder if they will bring the Tracer 700 model to the U.S. as they have with the MT-09, XSR900 and Tracer 900 models. I know the T7 is a year or so away as well, so maybe that will suit the touring category in itself.
Depends on how they price it. Have a feeling the t7 will be Africa twin money... would love to see the tracer version here for the same price as the xsr...
Really debating selling my DRZ400SM for an MT O7, but having a hard time making that call as the dizzer is such a blast. The FZ/MT/XSR line is so infinitely appealing that it seems worth it. Reviews like this make it seem like such a no brainer choice. The XSR looks gorgeous, but as you said in the review, it’s too similar to the other bikes and pricing is so close that there is basically no specific advantage over the other choices. Zack, do you own any of your own bikes (seems like a dumb question) and are you even allowed to discuss that considering some semblance of journalistic integrity?
Just bought a pre-owned Honda CB600F Hornet (my2009)...great machine of course...but I really miss this kind of "easy" fun that a bike like this Yamaha can offer. Less brute power, but lots of torque at low rpm. Next bike: less cylinders, more cc!
I've about decided my next bike will be a twin. Whether it will be a parallel or V is still in the air. Cost and reliability are going to be a factor. I'm not looking for a big bike, just a reliable one. I'm between the CB500 for the fuel economy and low insurance cost, the Triumph Speedmaster or Bobber for the comfort and bigger engine (and also low insurance cost), or this bike for the style and potent engine.
Reason that Yamaha made both mt-09 and mt-07 is that in most motorcycle countries more than 2 tipes driver licenses are used! There is A2, A1 and A that means unti 15h/p , until 47 h/p and unrestricted. Every next step in power is 1 or 2 years experience needed! Even if you have money to buy more powerful stuff but inexperienced you don’t permitted to do so. As Mt-07 has option for 47 restricted h/p that Mt-09 hasn’t! This’s why there’s so much models has that 45-47 h/p engines like t-max and so on!) Hope this info can be helpful for somebody!)
Samuel so it’s not equally and depends by every country’s specific regulation. We have A2 for 15 and A1 for 47. But it’s really matter, everybody get my point I guess.) Ride safe and Peace!
Really enjoy your commute videos Zack. Maybe it's the 'mood' I'm in tonight...been too cold to ride plus salty/sandy roads...but I digress. It seems that the 7 series FZ's, the MT's and the XSR's all sound like sewing machines. The floppy funky indicators and the radiator from a Volvo semi truck...all combine to make these bikes a little ho-hum...and quite honestly pretty homely. Definitely leaves me wanting something with more 'meat' and style to it. Come on Yamaha...you can do way better.Why let companies like RSD get all the glory?!
It’s funny really... over here in England we have had the XSR700 for a couple of years, yet the reviews that are pumped out are generally sub par. I find myself choosing one of these MC commutes over any other bike review because I tend to trust your opinions more! Plus, dank wheelies and stuff.
Wow .. I am for sure going to be looking for this or the MT-07 used in a couple of years. CB500s is my starter for now. Later though! And this would be much prefered for me over the MT-09 because I don’t actually need that extra power.
Was this bike's front end lifting off unintentionally or were you accelerating+letting go of the clutch too quick to make it pop? Just curious, I want to pick this up but I don't want it if the front end is so light that I have to be aware of popping off the ground every time I rev it...Thanks!
Would love to see a Morning Commute of the new 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 650, even though Zack prefers the Versys :) There were some updates made to the bike compared to the 2016 model that might be surprising for newer riders!
I know it's not relevant but after seeing you review the Indian Scout Sixty on MC Commute I've really been yearning to see you ride the standard Indian Scout or the Indian Scout Bobber, with 100hp I bet it'd hang alongside one of these in a drag race, maybe even beat it.
Ohhh Yamaha, where art thou Tenere 700? Really don't understand the whole blinker thing, not like they are that expensive for Yamaha to put on the bike. Didn't get the FZ07 R link video!
Would this be better fit for tall rider (193cm / 6'4'') than MT-07? I know MT-09 would be, but that doesn't have the sound of 2 cyl and is a bit crazy to handle.
@Game Saga That's a different kettle of fish. I did 20 k plus miles on my yammy 125 custom with just a new spark plug in two years, then I got bored with it.
I think you might be right. Worth noting that here in Denmark atleast, it has 91bhp. Still the MT-07 seems like an awesome package. However i wonder if i will fit the bike, im pretty slim but 6.3 foot high.
I remember Tiffani's article, it was superb and I still think that she should have an article in each issue. Isn't her article similar to how Egan got started?
I can see European smirks from here. That's too funny. (I am not sure my being British makes me a European, and I have not lived there for a long time, but I consider my snobbery noted!) Nice looking jacket and bike you have today. Although I now hate Yamaha after they sold me a new Tmax530 without telling me how nasty the noise is, I do love the look of this bike in the flesh. Did you MC fellas ever get round to doing either a Honda CB1100 or V-Strom commute? That'd be good. Thanks.
I have the FZ07. I like how good it is on gas the most. Yes it has much power. I just use it to cruise around in the country. My cruiser uses double the gas, and has a bigger tank. I can put $4 in my FZ07 and ride around 200 miles. I have to fill up 4 times to ride my cruiser 400 miles.
When did Bonnevilles go to 270 crank? I test rode the Bonneville, Thruxton, and Scrambler 900s a few years ago ('14?) and only the Scrambler had the 270 crank. That had me looking for a used Scrambler that I could turn into a Thruxton, but in that search I found the '10 V7 Cafe Classic and fell for it and added it to my stable.
Yeah, retro look with plastic tank. If they made the tank out of metal with the same dimensions it would probably hold 4 gallons or more. What are those rectangular looking boxes between the font of the tank and radiator? I'd make those radiators and get rid of that massive front radiator. Can it ride two- up without bottoming out?
Being only 500 dollars less than an FZ-09 isn't a big deal for me because I don't want an FZ-09, I wanted an 07 with a more relaxed seating position and a little more room. It does seem like there's a bit of a hipster tax though.
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The only problem with these videos is there are not enough of them! Less office work for Zach, more ride along reviews!
Nice video, thanks. I would disagree with your assessment that for only $500 more you can get a more powerful bike, so why not. To me, it's quite obvious that this bike has plenty of power and anymore would be spending money on something that for many of us, would be wasted. At least for me. I just want a fun bike to ride in all scenarios whether it be in town, freeway, canyons, or cruising down Hwy 1, etc.... Personally, I'm much older than, I'm sure, 90% of your viewers and I don't need to rip around as fast as I can. I've already survived my youth.
Yup I want the 700 for this exact reason, plus I know I’ll be more likely to fall to temptation if I get the 900
Yup. I've been riding a 1200 twin for 8 years. I don't need to prove anything to anyone, including myself. A small, light bike is fun.
Zach , while do enjoy the bike reviews, what I really enjoyed about this video was your reaction to the guy that blew by you at Mach 9. Knowing a little bit of your riding background (at least on your videos) you ride in a totally sane manner on the street. I’ve learned over the years that the best riders usually ride the safest and stay way within their abilities..I totally give you props for that ... nice job
@@MrMambott I bet you are fun at parties... Jackass.
@Donald trump's space force "why because he calls people out when they say retarded shit thats obviously false. Fuck you" Steve is entitled to his opinion but hoping for someone to crash and die because he's doing obviously controlled wheelies totally outside of traffic or crowds is being a jackass. So are you if you support that "must ride like me" attitude. I also don't believe in wheeling or driving unsafe in dangerous conditions but these were not.
Do you think Marc Marquez rides like a maniac on the street? NO, he rides responsibly and safely, just like this guy does. Hell, i was a rash egomaniac rider myself, it was only after I observed faster riders on track with smaller bikes than me humbled me a LOT.
Except ghost rider
Zack: laughs while pulling a wheelie and backing it in
Me: freaks out when I attempt to clutch it up
Keep up the good work Zack !!
git gud yet
I own an FZ07 and I never got tired of you saying how great of engine is in these bikes 😂
I bought this bike because of this vid, meanwhile installed ohlins springs and ohlins adjustable shock, leovince exhaust, koso led headlight and a quickshifter. Kenny Roberts colours. Awesome bike, dont need the 900, I choose life😂
Cool, the twin has plenty of power. Don’t worry though, powerful motorcycles aren’t that un approachable. It’s up to you how much you wind it out.
True, but riding your bike to its limits is fun, but I also like to keep my license+life. Ive been riding for 15 years and its my 16th bike, had more powerful bikes but I dont really care for top end power. I like the new gsx-8s tho...
This is easily the best and most enjoyable to watch motorcycle reviewer channel on TH-cam. 👍
With this bike it does seem like Yamaha need to drop the price more inline with its other offerings for it to be a viable alternative, but if you like the styling over the MT07/FZ07 then I guess it’s a price worth paying. Great video.
This video sold me on this bike. I liked the potential to make it the bike i wanted and Zack's comments about the power and that wheelie away from the stop 5:00 in did it... The shadow of the front wheel lifting and Zack's giggle from what may have been unexpected. SOLD!
I agree, the turn signal lamps need updating to led.
I love me some long gearing too - my Monster spins just below 5k rpm at 80mph, I love it.
DJ MotoVlogs Mine too, and it’s only the older Monster 600 Dark with 53bhp. Tho Ducati v-twin makes its power low down, parallel twin does so too but also through its mid-high rpm so gearing it to rev lower would possibly make the power range less useable if it struggles to use its mid-upper rpm’s? Just a theory.
I think the real deciding factor between the 700 vs the 900 is the insurance (in Ontario at least) I quoted both MT bikes and I got a 60% increase with the 900. If it were simply the purchase price I'd probably go for the 900.
Love these vids Zack, can't get enough of them. If you did 3 a week it wouldn't be enough! What about sharing your commuting gear setups? What you wear when and why, how you take your stuff with you to work, do you keep different shoes and such at the office. They typical daily necessities of office life.
This is the one all the motorcycle journalists wanted and Yamaha delivered
Defiantly a look thing for me. I love the XSR style over the MTs
I'm starting to think that wheelies are impossible to avoid during flat out acceleration with any of the MT/FZ/XSR bikes
Insurance in my area is a huge factor when looking at a bike, I would much rather take the XSR700 over the MT-09 for insurance rates alone and not even think twice at them being very close to the same price.
UK and European models come with LED indicators as standard 👌 (plus we have had the XSR700 for a few years now)
Noop, not in Germany...
I think the selling point of this bike is its timeless style you dont need to replace it as often for a newer model...
I actually dont mind those blinkers on the XSR. they look retro which suits this style.
This bike is way better looking overall than the FZ/MT, especially the front headlight/cowl section.
I would love to see Zack commute on a Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled and a Husky SvartPilen
Maybe a little fly screen if the blast is insane? So many freaking awesome bikes out there.
Great to see you doing dank wheelies again after the MV buzz-killed your streak! I'd like to see you do an MC Commute on the new R1. Have you considered doing older bikes occasionally?
older bikes would be dope but probably contrary to what they're trying to do here
Well, now the bikes are older, so, yes, he has made videos about older bikes.
Yamaha have been finessing the 270o crank since 1995 - 96 (TDM + TRX). They getting real good at it. I have a 98 TDM, often called a Tedium but it's brilliant, particularly with Kerker pipes. Great to see an all rounder bike getting your praise.
As a Yamaha fanboy, I have to agree with your turn signal frustration. Those orange lollipops are inexcusable. The Super Tenere, MT-10, etc have had clear and svelte LEDs for a while now!
aluisious You're not wrong. The platform, overall, is very good, though. I think that is what sways people. I mean, I'm not going to refuse to buy a great platform because some of the aesthetics aren't totally polished. I'm not mad, just disappointed, Yamaha...
The more they flex the less likely they are to break in a collision
european version of the XSR is coming standard with clear cover...
The headlight, turn signals, seat, and tail piece would all have to go for me. Give it the true "modern classic" style they're going for.
New pipe is a given.
I actually prefer the seating of the FZ 09, with the weird seating position, your so upright that when that engine goes crazy(which is pretty much all the time) the wind hits you pretty hard and that adds to the fun of that crazy bike
You road by 2 of the projects that I was part of, but you edited out the first one. The second one is at 12:55 on the right. Westview apartments. (Yes this is a plug)
PS: Love the way it wheelies!
Can't wait for the T7 with this engine.
You tried it yet? :D
I like the idea of the small display because after a while you get a feel of the bike and will only have to glance down to check speed.
I was so stoked about this bike when it was announced for the USA. My CB1100 is a far prettier bike, but not as lively and playful. When the XSR finally arrived, I was certain I would trade my CB, until I rode the XSR.
I do F&I at a metric dealer and get to demo whatever I want. My demo started out great with lots of enthusiasm for the little Yamaha. Then, I rode it and my CB back to back. I still love my Honda, despite it's weight and lack of leg room. Sometimes a bike wins your soul and I just couldn't bring myself to let it go despite how awesome the XSR is.
Aaron Fink keep the honda and buy the xsr when u can afford both bikes. Two bikes = more fun
The Vardarioter Haha, I agree with you so much so that I have 3 bikes. I also have a DCT Africa Twin and a modded Grom. No more room in the garage...
I’m actually excited to try this bike. Yamaha may have actually made a comfortable naked bike!! Wait until your 50 years old and your knees can’t take the “sporty” riding position and your back can’t handle riding a cruiser. There aren’t very many options. Standard bikes used to be comfortable.
I'd like to see some old adventure bikes- think KLR 650, DR 650, XR650L.
Thanks man, always put a commute when I'm at work, keeps good company!
Hey! The blinkers are the best part!
Andrew Burke maybe, but I’m cheap and can’t justify replacing them without good reason, even if they’re dated.
I have the XSR700 and I love the blinkers - cuz they can be SEEN! Tired of all the criticism. It's a FUN bike! Oh, and the suspension is perfect for the bumpy country roads I ride it on. Ergonomically it's near perfect. Plenty of torque. Does the speed limit, 70 with ease and up to 100 fairly easily if you can stand the wind (any naked bike has same problem) Handles like a dream. Im getting about 54- 58 mpg. Plenty of info on the digital display. Doesn't look retro to me as much as it does "steam punk". Not much I don't like about it.
WHats your height and inseam? And weight?
That sweet, sweet 689 twin needs additional homes, primarily in a dirt-slinging ADV/dual-sport machine.
For the price of this XSR700 you're in the V-Strom 650 zone. Which is a way more comparable travel bike, which can also do some dirt.
Holy crap that sounds good. I've been waiting on this bike.....
I been thinking about this bike but everything that everyone loves about this home is exactly what puts me off, the engine. I am looking for a light weight not heavy bike that I could do touring and that will do well on the highway and that it would be comfortable. The XSR is more appealing then the MT07, bit still not quite there... I am only 5’8 and although I could manage on a tall bike like that because I got long legs, still it would be easier to have a closer to the ground bike.
One of these with a cafe racer style nose cone and rear seat cowl would look beautiful. Old school without the hassle.
Commute on the SV650 already!
There's a few clips of Ari riding along side Zach on the SV when Zach was reviewing the XSR900 talking about traction control. Look up that review. But yeah a full run would be nice.
Did you forget to add a link to the dyno graph or am I dumb and don't get the "[MCO URL]?" I'm curious to see it. Also in the description, where you list the measured HP/Tq are those numbers at the wheel?
Just got this bad boy.
I requested it once I heard it was coming to the US. I got the call, and one of the show room dealers was trying to sway me away. I think he wanted it or one of his customers was trying to get a hold of it. I was like this one is mine.
I love the look of this bike, but the Tracer model would suit my needs better and be a little more versatile, but still a blast to ride. I wonder if they will bring the Tracer 700 model to the U.S. as they have with the MT-09, XSR900 and Tracer 900 models. I know the T7 is a year or so away as well, so maybe that will suit the touring category in itself.
If yamaha brings the mt 07 tracer to America it would steal all the versys 650 sells,don't know why yamaha doesn't do it.
Depends on how they price it. Have a feeling the t7 will be Africa twin money... would love to see the tracer version here for the same price as the xsr...
Fz 07 for next commute! You STILL haven't done one!
Really debating selling my DRZ400SM for an MT O7, but having a hard time making that call as the dizzer is such a blast. The FZ/MT/XSR line is so infinitely appealing that it seems worth it. Reviews like this make it seem like such a no brainer choice.
The XSR looks gorgeous, but as you said in the review, it’s too similar to the other bikes and pricing is so close that there is basically no specific advantage over the other choices.
Zack, do you own any of your own bikes (seems like a dumb question) and are you even allowed to discuss that considering some semblance of journalistic integrity?
Great Job Zach!! :) .. Could you please do a review of BMW G310r. I know it's a small capacity motorcyle but still could you do it for us. Thanks!
awesome stuff, more mc commutes!
With all of the wheelies and giggling, I thought Zack had been replaced with Jake the Garden Snake.
Just bought a pre-owned Honda CB600F Hornet (my2009)...great machine of course...but I really miss this kind of "easy" fun that a bike like this Yamaha can offer. Less brute power, but lots of torque at low rpm. Next bike: less cylinders, more cc!
yess yess we want this on the dyno!
I've about decided my next bike will be a twin. Whether it will be a parallel or V is still in the air. Cost and reliability are going to be a factor. I'm not looking for a big bike, just a reliable one. I'm between the CB500 for the fuel economy and low insurance cost, the Triumph Speedmaster or Bobber for the comfort and bigger engine (and also low insurance cost), or this bike for the style and potent engine.
I looked into a Harley, but I'm not sure about it.
The Yamaha R3 or KTM 390 Duke would be an interesting commute.
T7 is gonna be gr8
Roland Sands please make a custom from this bike! it looks like its not living up to its potential!
Reason that Yamaha made both mt-09 and mt-07 is that in most motorcycle countries more than 2 tipes driver licenses are used! There is A2, A1 and A that means unti 15h/p , until 47 h/p and unrestricted. Every next step in power is 1 or 2 years experience needed! Even if you have money to buy more powerful stuff but inexperienced you don’t permitted to do so. As Mt-07 has option for 47 restricted h/p that Mt-09 hasn’t! This’s why there’s so much models has that 45-47 h/p engines like t-max and so on!) Hope this info can be helpful for somebody!)
Actually it is 48 hp for A2
Samuel No, A2 is until 15 h/p, A1 is until 45-48 h/p depends on metrics in particular countries! Peace)
Wrong, A1 is up to 15hp, A2 (at least in Germany, I thought it was equal all over the eu) is up to 48hp
Samuel so it’s not equally and depends by every country’s specific regulation. We have A2 for 15 and A1 for 47. But it’s really matter, everybody get my point I guess.) Ride safe and Peace!
sure, no doubt about that, but you are really getting a1 and a2 mixed up. a1 is the 125cc 15hp, while a2 is the 47/48hp one
Really enjoy your commute videos Zack. Maybe it's the 'mood' I'm in tonight...been too cold to ride plus salty/sandy roads...but I digress. It seems that the 7 series FZ's, the MT's and the XSR's all sound like sewing machines. The floppy funky indicators and the radiator from a Volvo semi truck...all combine to make these bikes a little ho-hum...and quite honestly pretty homely. Definitely leaves me wanting something with more 'meat' and style to it. Come on Yamaha...you can do way better.Why let companies like RSD get all the glory?!
I'd like to see Zack commute on any of the new Husky's.
VitPilen, SvartPilen! With any of the two engine choices 401 or 701.
//Patrick
Extra points for changing gear mid-wheelie
It’s funny really... over here in England we have had the XSR700 for a couple of years, yet the reviews that are pumped out are generally sub par.
I find myself choosing one of these MC commutes over any other bike review because I tend to trust your opinions more!
Plus, dank wheelies and stuff.
Id love to see MC commute on a Yamaha bolt rspec!
Wow .. I am for sure going to be looking for this or the MT-07 used in a couple of years. CB500s is my starter for now. Later though!
And this would be much prefered for me over the MT-09 because I don’t actually need that extra power.
Did you mention the engine? Great little bike and a hooligan ride :-)
The posture on this... I have back issues and leaning forward is not ideal. This is more upright?
Nice bike....my MT 07 is nice too....
wish you accident free...driving...from Turkey
"Formerly fz-07" *smirks* Come to the dark side. :D
Aluminum surround on the fuel cell instead of plastic. That is nice. I like it, but not enough to trade my '15 FZ-07.
Was this bike's front end lifting off unintentionally or were you accelerating+letting go of the clutch too quick to make it pop? Just curious, I want to pick this up but I don't want it if the front end is so light that I have to be aware of popping off the ground every time I rev it...Thanks!
He is twisting the throttle more to get the front end to come up, so to you can easily keep the front tire on the pavement, if desired.
are those 3 circles put in by Ari?
다난 제이 i see what you did there airflow “improvement “
Tribute to the adventure scooter
" the only problem with this bike is it doesn't have wheelie control"
No, Zack, you don't have wheelie control 🤣
Would love to see a Morning Commute of the new 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 650, even though Zack prefers the Versys :) There were some updates made to the bike compared to the 2016 model that might be surprising for newer riders!
It looks like a sweet ride you take to work. Wish my route to work was that nice.
I know it's not relevant but after seeing you review the Indian Scout Sixty on MC Commute I've really been yearning to see you ride the standard Indian Scout or the Indian Scout Bobber, with 100hp I bet it'd hang alongside one of these in a drag race, maybe even beat it.
Nice review. Wow they ruined Irvine I remember when it was Lima beans orange and ficus trees with some dairy cows .
Looks better than the XSR900.
Another great ride to work! I have and FZ-07 that I really like but, I just can't like this color on this bike. Thanks for the review!
Nice little bike. But I like the torque of my FJ-09 :)
I didn't know they changed the Bonneville to 270 crank. When I looked at them in 2013 only the Scrambler had the 270 crank.
Floppy's good. Floppy means not broken when ya drop her.
It is very easy to read the instruments and wheelie riper nice
Ohhh Yamaha, where art thou Tenere 700?
Really don't understand the whole blinker thing, not like they are that expensive for Yamaha to put on the bike. Didn't get the FZ07 R link video!
Never mind. Found it!
I'm all for large indicators but long headlights I dont. The 900 is marginally better on the eye imo. The mt's are more appealing tho
Jay B The headlight is hideous
The small tank on this and the FZ/MT-07 keep me from buying it. The CB500F has a 4.4 gal, and the Versys has a 5 gal and the new Versys has a 5.5.
Would this be better fit for tall rider (193cm / 6'4'') than MT-07? I know MT-09 would be, but that doesn't have the sound of 2 cyl and is a bit crazy to handle.
I know one moto vlogger that wheelies the crap out of an FZ-07 he has. Seems like that little engine is pretty awesome!
Chas106 G. It’s not too little of an engine though!
Is it Jake the graden noob by any chance?
Loxas22 LOL Yep
cant see the video tips you mentioned
The way I understand it is that it gets way better gas milage than the MT 09 and is therefore a better commuter
Sadly it's a corrosion monster, which even extends to the swing arm, and the solenoid goes within a year.
@Game Saga That's a different kettle of fish. I did 20 k plus miles on my yammy 125 custom with just a new spark plug in two years, then I got bored with it.
Wheres the fz07 "R" exhaust vid?
watch?v=VMQALywNRPg
Do the Honda CB650F! Is it worth the extra, when there are bikes like the MT-07 available?
I think you might be right.
Worth noting that here in Denmark atleast, it has 91bhp. Still the MT-07 seems like an awesome package.
However i wonder if i will fit the bike, im pretty slim but 6.3 foot high.
I wonder if the inline 4 won't be great until you're doing 80mph @ 10000 rpms
Had no idea you guys were based in my hometown! It's been too long but it's the perfect place to ride :D
I remember Tiffani's article, it was superb and I still think that she should have an article in each issue. Isn't her article similar to how Egan got started?
I can see European smirks from here.
That's too funny. (I am not sure my being British makes me a European, and I have not lived there for a long time, but I consider my snobbery noted!)
Nice looking jacket and bike you have today.
Although I now hate Yamaha after they sold me a new Tmax530 without telling me how nasty the noise is, I do love the look of this bike in the flesh.
Did you MC fellas ever get round to doing either a Honda CB1100 or V-Strom commute?
That'd be good.
Thanks.
I have the FZ07.
I like how good it is on gas the most.
Yes it has much power.
I just use it to cruise around in the country.
My cruiser uses double the gas, and has a bigger tank.
I can put $4 in my FZ07 and ride around 200 miles.
I have to fill up 4 times to ride my cruiser 400 miles.
Jojo Crazy Cat so you get 100 mpg?
When did Bonnevilles go to 270 crank? I test rode the Bonneville, Thruxton, and Scrambler 900s a few years ago ('14?) and only the Scrambler had the 270 crank. That had me looking for a used Scrambler that I could turn into a Thruxton, but in that search I found the '10 V7 Cafe Classic and fell for it and added it to my stable.
Yeah, retro look with plastic tank. If they made the tank out of metal with the same dimensions it would probably hold 4 gallons or more. What are those rectangular looking boxes between the font of the tank and radiator? I'd make those radiators and get rid of that massive front radiator. Can it ride two- up without bottoming out?
How is the fueling on it? Does it have a jerky throttle like a lot of new bikes these days?
i realy like your riding glooves,,sadly can't buy that stuff here in the philippines..
Being only 500 dollars less than an FZ-09 isn't a big deal for me because I don't want an FZ-09, I wanted an 07 with a more relaxed seating position and a little more room. It does seem like there's a bit of a hipster tax though.
Alaska and Central America wouldn’t be considered the Lower 48 lol! Where are the links?