2021 Yamaha MT-07 vs. 2018 Yamaha MT-07: Is It Worth The Upgrade? 

Good luck

Thanks for the love!

You are fortunate. Here they are at $12k

Correct but should you do that on the first, second, or third gen model? 🤔😅

Second gen, cheaper, lower handle bars for sporty riding and same spring stiffness, but for a lower price

But you should not have to do that to a brand new bike, particularly the suspension.

Sorry for the late reply and hopefully it's not too late. Personally, after owning one for a couple of years and racking up over 10k miles, I would absolutely jump at the used bike deal. The new bike is wonderful but you'd be paying more when you can use that money for better gear, or gas, or track days, or even parts. Both generations, and really all three, are fairly bullet proof and wonderful to ride but the extra $3k IMO, isn't worth it unless you want a brand new bike. Maybe try to get the dealership to $7.5k OTD on that used one and I'd say that's a great option. Some used ones on the internet seem to be going for $6k-$7k without the reassurance that the dealership can look it over.

MT-07 SP would be nice with those features but then you'd probably be creeping in on the base MT-09 price.

@@TSTindustries Fair point, the current features on the MT07 and the price are honestly in my personal Opinion, a crazy good deal for what you get out of it

Good decision!

AGREED! All it really needs are the upgraded forks and maybe a quickshifter or riding modes. That would seal the deal.

@@TSTindustries tc and riging modes you be nicce but it would increase Costa a lot. It would need ride by rire and probably differen stuff also.

I wish I could make that choice for you but I think the best equipped person to make that call is the one that puts the money in your wallet. I believe that you will have equal amount of fun on either bike.

Haha, this is the most asked question anytime this bike appears in a video. It has Arrow Racing Headers (high mount) with a 2015 R1 OEM canister. You can listen to it here. ru-vid.com5F_vmvklXfs

It seems like they may possibly have another (R)eason to upgrade the MT-09? Rumors are flying everywhere about an R9...

@@TSTindustries Huh... haven't heard that rumour before. I guess it would go head to head with the leaked ktm's 890 based rc?

A quickshifter costs under $500. But yes, used models are becoming harder and harder to find.

All bikes roll off the showroom floor in an average setup that most likely handles OK for a wide array of people. It is up to the rider to set the bike up for their riding style. First, look at your tires. If they have worn flat spots and/or are under pressure, the bike will steer heavy and unpredictably. If that needs to be addressed then do that first. Then I encourage you to go see someone that sets up suspension and geometry. Without taking the hook for buying all kinds of suspension upgrades, just ask for suspension/geometry setup. It will probably cost you 50-100 bucks but will make this bike soooo much more fun and safe for you to ride. This is a far cheaper solution than buying a new bike that may feel the same for you.