Editing Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage

{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name             = [[Yamaha]] MT-07
|image            = [[File:Yamaha-MT07-moto-15-01.jpg|frameless|Yamaha MT-07]]
|aka              = MT-07 Moto Cage ABS, MT-07 ABS, MT-07 Moto Cage, MT-07HO, MT-07LA, MT-07 TR
|manufacturer     = Yamaha
|parent_company   =
|production       = 2015
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine           = Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder,
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 11.5: 1
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque           =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition         = TCI Transistor Controlled Ignition
|spark_plug       =
|battery          =
|transmission     = Constant Mesh
|frame            = Diamond
|suspension       =Front: Telescopic forks <br>
Rear: Swinging arm,
|brakes           =Front: 2x 282mm discs <br>Rear: Single 245mm disc
|front_tire       = {{tire|120/70 ZR 17M/C(58W) (Tubeless)}} 
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|180/55 ZR 17M/C(73W) (Tubeless)}} 
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        =
|length           =
|width            =
|height           =
|seat_height      = 805 mm / 31.7 in
|dry_weight       =
|wet_weight       = 179 kg / 397 lbs - AB S 182 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 14 Liters / 3.7 gal
|oil_capacity     = 3.0 Liters / 0.79 gal
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius   =
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}}



==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled, cooled Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder,. The engine featured a 11.5: 1 [[compression ratio]].  

==Drive==
Power was moderated via the Wet multipalte.  

==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 ZR 17M/C(58W) (Tubeless) front [[tire]] and a 180/55 ZR 17M/C(73W) (Tubeless) rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 282mm discs in the front and a Single 245mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swinging arm,. The MT-07 Moto Cage was fitted with a 14 Liters / 3.7 gal fuel tank.  
== Photos ==
[[File:Yamaha-MT07-moto-15-01.jpg|600px|Yamaha MT-07]]
[[File:Yamaha-mt07-moto-15-05.jpg|600px|Yamaha MT-07]]
[[File:Yamaha-mt07-moto-15-04.jpg|600px|Yamaha MT-07]]
[[File:Yamaha-mt07-moto-15-03.jpg|600px|Yamaha MT-07]]
[[File:Yamaha-mt07-moto-15-02.jpg|600px|Yamaha MT-07]]

== Overview ==

Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage


















Yamahas MT platform (thats the FZ platform to
Americans) continues to spur variations from its three and two-cylinder
machines. Called the Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage, Yamahas latest bike seems
ready for stunters and street-hooligans.

At the core of the 2015 Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage is the same 689cc parallel
twin motor, which is good for 74hp, but Yamaha have added engine crash cage,
skid plate, radiator guard, and supermoto-style hand protectors. Akrapovic
also has a very fetching slip-on for the machine, as an aftermarket item.










Review



According to the latest set of MCIA (Motorcycle Industry
Association)
, Yamahas MT-07 ABS model is the third most
popular new bike in the UK.
Introduced in 2014 with great fanfare from journalists and
customers alike, Yamahas lightweight, 689cc, A2-licence friendly,
bargainous
twin ticked so many boxes of what customers want in a motorcycle
from comfort and performance to practicality and of course its rather
attractive price tag of £6299.
And those sales stats dont lie, European-wide.
So what did Yamaha do in a bid to keep the stranglehold?
They introduced an additional model, by taking the standard MT-07 and adding
a rebellious streak, apparently. Called Moto Cage, this street-inspired
model at first glance reminds me of a grown-up BMX except without the
spokey-dokeys.
The most glaring difference between it and its more
responsible looking stablemate is of course the childs toy color scheme
and the array of bright red bits. The original bike is available in red,
grey or silver/blue, which is all quite sedate. The Moto Cage meanwhile is
more, well, urban stunter according to Yamahas sales patter. Contrasting
wheels and attention-seeking graphics are a bold choice but if the Moto Cage
is to stand out and appeal to the yoof market then it certainly does the
trick.
The headline features of the MT-07 Moto Cage are easy to
pick out. Its A2 licence friendly via an additional restrictor kit,
lightweight, agile, has unique styling and is that price.
In terms of differences to the standard model, Moto Cage is
equipped with ABS as standard, has an adjustable headlight shroud, new tank
and body graphics, a red protective tubular cage plus hand, exhaust and
radiator guards. All for an extra £550.


The key hides behind the full digital, LED display while the
red master switch also acts as the ignition. Pull it towards you against a
spring and the twin-cylinder, 4-stroke provides the most underwhelming sound
from its standard, stubby, side exhaust. On the upside, a full Akrapovic
system with titanium muffler is available through Yamahas official
accessories range. On the downside, thatll be an extra £785, thank you
please.
The noise of the 689cc, 73.8bhp motor does not suit the
image of the bike but dont be disheartened. While it sounds more like a
300cc, theres a whole lot of character with the Moto Cage. Remember how
much fun mucking around on a BMX was in your youth? Well, the Yamaha
provides the internal combustion equivalent. Its a joy to ride, extremely
flickable thanks to its sublime chassis, lack of weight and ideal riding
position. The seat height at 805mm is low enough for the shorter rider to
access comfortably, handy also with the bikes tapered fuel tank meaning no
splayed legs.
While the engine power isnt going to have your eyes out on
stalks, its still ideal for plenty of good times. On paper, the performance
is nothing to write home about but trust me, use the gears effectively and
youll be rewarded with a punchy, strong, free-revving motor thats a joy to
operate.
Yamaha also provide a restrictor kit from those with A2
licences but despite my experience riding all sorts of machines, the Moto
Cage is a very rewarding bike, one which I would happily spent plenty of
hours messing around on. Good for commuting, nipping through town, flicking
around the B-roads on a Sunday, probably even a road-only bike track day on
a Cadwell or Oulton-type circuit. A proper all-rounder.
The foot pegs are ideally positioned directly below the hips
while the handlebar height allows for the riders forearms to be parallel to
the road, perfect to manoeuvre the bike. Its lack of weight could work
against it though. While it is more than ideal for the newer rider, I found
myself becoming overconfident because it feels like a bicycle, which is
dangerous territory. Pushing the front further into each corner and opening
the throttle earlier and earlier, it feels so light to turn and accelerate
from standstill without working too hard.
Thankfully the Michelin Pilot Road rubber strapped to the
10-spoke red and black contrasting wheels provided ample grip on
Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshires finest A and B-roads and kept the bike
planted into, through and out of the corners.
The throttle is nicely balanced without being too snatchy
and over-alert. The engine is torquey down low which accentuates its stuntability,
handy for the occasional, more often unintentional, wheelie. First gear is
short and youre quickly shifting up through the box which, with a £6299
price tag, you would expect it to be a little basic, clunky perhaps. But no,
Yamaha have nailed that too. Its good, a light touch is all thats required
and neutral is an easy place to find. Plus the accompanying gearshift
indicator on the slick LCD instrument panel offers further reassurance for
the newer rider.


Couple that with its 184kg wet weight and a terrifically
agile, manageable chassis and you have a very user-friendly motorcycle,
ideal for those stepping up from CBT or A1 licence.
After more than 500 miles on the Moto Cage, the average MPG
display read 55.4, although my maths had it closer to 49mpg. Even so, it
represents a sound return from the 14-litre tank and that once again
demonstrates the bikes lack of weight works in its favour. Sensible-ish
riding should still reward over 160 miles between stops.
The 4-pot twin discs provide excellent stopping power,
again, primarily because of the bikes weight. ABS is standard on the Moto
Cage but an option on the base model.
On the downside, the rear suspension is a little soft.
Theres 130mm of travel from the link-type monocross system that features a
horizontal shock which is adjustable only for spring preload. Its no game
changer but it is too soft for my liking and worthy of noting.
With detailing, the mirrors are just fine, big enough to
offer an ample view and easy to move. The digital instrumentation with full
LED display is first class. Large detail and easy-to-read, once more showing
more quality than youd expect from the price tag. A gear shift indicator
slap bang in the middle is very useful for a bike with short gearing.
The MT-07 ranges main competitors come in the shape of the
(£6399, 87bhp) and Ducati Scrambler range (from £6995,
75bhp)
Theres no surprise the base model MT-07 is putting up a
good fight near the top of the sales charts but if youre looking for
something thats just as good and stands out from the crowd then Moto Cage
is for you.

Source








{|  class="wikitable"
|- 
!Make Model
|Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage
|- 
!Year
|2015
|- 
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder,
|- 
!Displacement
|689 cc / 42.04 cu-in
|- 
!Bore X Stroke
|80 x 68.6 mm
|- 
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled,
|- 
!Compression
|11.5: 1
|- 
!Lubrication
|Wet sump
|- 
!Induction
|Fuel injection,
|- 
!Ignition
|TCI Transistor Controlled Ignition
|- 
!Starting
|Electric
|- 
!Max Power
|55 kW / 74.8 hp @ 9000 rpm
|- 
!Max Torque
|68 Nm / 6.9 kgf-m @ 6500 rpm
|- 
!Transmission
|Constant Mesh
|- 
!Final Drive
|Chain
|- 
!Clutch
|Wet multipalte
|- 
!Frame
|Diamond
|- 
!Front Suspension
|Telescopic forks
|- 
!Front Wheel Travel
|130 mm / 5.1 in
|- 
!Rear Suspension
|Swinging arm,
|- 
!Rear Wheel Travel
|130 mm / 5.1 in
|- 
!Front Brakes
|2x 282mm discs
|- 
!Rear Brakes
|Single 245mm disc
|- 
!Front Tire
|120/70 ZR 17M/C(58W) (Tubeless)
|- 
!Rear Tire
|180/55 ZR 17M/C(73W) (Tubeless)
|- 
!Caster Angle
|24º
|- 
!Trail
|90 mm
|- 
!Dimensions
|Length 2085 mm / 82.1 in Width 745 mm / 29.3 in Height 1090 mm / 42.9 in
|- 
!Wheel Base
|1400 mm / 55.1 in
|- 
!Ground Clearance
|140 mm / 5.51 in
|- 
!Seat Height
|805 mm / 31.7 in
|- 
!Wet Weight
|179 kg / 397 lbs - AB S 182 kg
|- 
!Oil Capacity
|3.0 Liters / 0.79 gal
|- 
!Fuel Capacity
|14 Liters / 3.7 gal

|}
== External Links ==
* http://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bike-reviews/yamaha/mt-07-the-bike-of-2014/
* http://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bike-reviews/honda/honda-cb650f/
* http://www.bennetts.co.uk
* http://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/news-and-views/news/2012/2015/september/2015-the-year-to-get-naked/

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