Honda CB 650 R versus Yamaha MT-07
Honda CB 650 R
Naked
Yamaha MT-07
Naked
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2019 bis 2024~
Built von 2013 bis 2024~
RRP 8.800 €
RRP 8.374 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- E-clutch works great
- typical four-cylinder character
- Snappy sound
- Mature motorcycle, everything has hand and foot
- Chassis and brakes top
- also available without e-clutch
Pros:
- Value for money
- Agility
- Low weight and easy handling
- Fun
- Versatility
- Wonderfully puristic / nothing you don't need
Cons:
- Optical E-Clutch 1b
- No riding modes
Cons:
- Chassis not adjustable
- slim equipment
- Windbreak
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.120 mm Height : 1.075 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 203 (max: 371 ) kg
Length : 2.120 mm Height : 1.075 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 203 (max: 371 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.400 mm
Length : 2.085 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 184 (max: 360 ) kg
Length : 2.085 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 805 mm
Weight : 184 (max: 360 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: Four-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 649 ccm
Hub: 46 mm
Hole: 67 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 649 ccm
Hub: 46 mm
Hole: 67 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 197 km/h
Performance: 95 HP at 12.000 U/Min
Torque: 63 NM bei 9.500 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 314 km
Performance: 95 HP at 12.000 U/Min
Torque: 63 NM bei 9.500 U/Min Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 314 km
Maximum speed: 207 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 320 km
Performance: 73 HP at 8.750 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 320 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Showa USD fork 41mm (travel 108mm) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 128 mm)
Rear suspension:
Double swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-17
Rear tyres: 180/55-17
Steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Showa USD fork 41mm (travel 108mm) Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 128 mm)
Rear suspension:
Double swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-17
Rear tyres: 180/55-17
Frame type:
Tubular bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 130 mm) Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of steel Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17
Tubular bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 130 mm) Rear suspension:
Adjustable central strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of steel Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc brake with double piston calipers (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc brake with single-piston caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Double disc brake with double piston calipers (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc brake with single-piston caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 245 mm)
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 245 mm)
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Conclusion - what gets stuck
What's stuck is quickly said: Yamaha has achieved a really versatile motorcycle with the MT-07. It is characterized by plenty of driving pleasure and its extremely puristic concept, which can be enjoyed by all those who do not lack attitude and equipment features. If you enjoy configuring your bike before the exit at the breakfast table via APP, you will surely opt for another vehicle.The MT-07 is also well suited for beginners and newcomers, because the machine can be throttled to A2-compatible 48 hp for new drivers. Thus, you have a motorcycle that you can still enjoy after the A2 phase without having to invest directly in a stronger bike. And Yamaha is putting another high on top with the €500 Young Star driving licence grant: Those who decide on a new MT-07 by 30 June 2021 and prove that they have obtained their a driving licence in class A2 or A from 01.01.2020 will receive a grant of 500 €! This makes the already reasonable price a little more attractive.
The test machine was provided to us by Motorrad Ruser.
