MT-07 VS SV650 

One VERY important note to make considering the release date of this video: the 2019+ SV650 has switched to 4 piston fixed calipers, a huge improvement from the 2 piston sliding calipers, for the front brakes. The master cylinder has also been changed. I can't find much info on the master cylinder to say if it's an improvement or not, I can only say that it's different. Small points that I want to make about the video, some of which are strictly personal preference. I've got about 60000+ miles on the SV650/Gladius/V-Strom 650 and only 50 miles at best on the MT07/XSR700 Power: The SV650 is definitely weaker at anything but the very top end but this is a double-edged sword. It's a very linear increase in power all of the way up to the top whereas the MT07 hits peak power much sooner, then it feels like it falls flat on its face relative to the rest of the rev range. The extra ~30cc displacement on the MT07 was definitely not for top end power Weight: The SV650 is definitely heavier but as someone who is 6'5" and 240 pounds, I enjoy the heavier weight of the SV650. More steering input is required but it helps to keep a more planted feel in a corner and on the highway. Suspension: Before anyone asks, I understand both bikes are highly undersprung/underdamped for me in the first place. Every bike I ride will be. This comparison is *mostly* relative to each other. The MT07 is definitely better at absorbing bumps but that's because it feels like riding a motorized pogo stick. The SV650 feels MUCH more composed on the street whereas the MT07 feels like it's just jumping around even 1-2 seconds after a bump. Leaning over in a corner is definitely not as comfortable on the MT07. It's not budget like either bike, but the Street Triple is an example of a bike in this displacement range which feels great in corners. Sound: The MT07 has a better sound, hands down. They have effectively the same firing order, there's just something about the MT sound over the SV sound Vibration: My first thought upon starting up the MT07 for the first time was "wow, I can literally feel the counter-balancer." Not enjoyable to me but that's strongly from my personal experience Workability: I haven't worked on the MT07 but I'd imagine valve checks are definitely a strong plus for the MT. I've done a few for the SV and they're always a pain, same goes with spark plug changes. MR8E-9 plugs are also stupid expensive/uncommon... Ask me how I know

You make a very valid point about the reliability of Yamaha motorcycles generally as a brand, however the SV650, in particular their 645cc V-Twin, has a very strong reliability reputation. That engine is about as close to 'bulletproof' as bike engines get. Plus are you sure you looked properly at the aftermarket for SV650 'upgrades'? They have a massive aftermarket considering how many of them are raced etc, not to mention how long they have been around!

My choice is the sv650😁

I watched this channel and content grow so nicely over these past few years and it's easily becoming one of my favorite.

Great video. MT-07 and the SV650 are at the top of my list for my next bike.

I own an SV650a but have also ridden an MT-07 although that was only for the day when i rented one. I see the MT as a quick thrill bike because it felt really quick because of it's powerful motor and light weight, but it didn't feel well made and solid. I felt it had some bad points like a super grabby front brake and a hot engine where the fan would cut in at every standstill. The SV is more solid, old school and the engine is a rumbly throbby beaut that has good pull down low plus a bit extra at 4500 rpm. It feels well made, mine has done 55,000km and still comes up looking like new. Oh, my SV is super jerky in the low gears around town, that's it's worst point.

I bought a mt07 2018 this year and I'm absolutely loving the bike. The sound and the power also cornering with the bike is so much fun.

SV 650 has been the top mid weight bike in over 20 years, I commuted on a 1999 SV650S with carburetors and that was best fun I had on two wheels, clocking in over 50 000km in the two years I owned it. I sold the bike with almost 90 000km to buy my dream bike the VFR800 6TH Gen VTEC. I still miss my SV.

Well spoken review. Both seem fantastic and you explained that very well.

I own a MT07 and would buy it again but I think your analysis is valid.

Both bikes are amazing really. Love that sv 650 v twin and that black and red colour combo makes me wannnt one even more.

I just picked up an fz07 2017 2 months ago. Installed the horde power intake on it and flashed the ecu. Have a quickshifter I've yet to install. I LOVE this bike! Haha. Was riding an r6 prior to this and loved the r6 too!

Do you ever show the LCD flip kit during the day time?

It's a great no nonsense bike. No plastic parts that make it look bulky. Just a great reasonably priced L twin bike. My only gripe is that they could've at least put in more effort into making the swingarm look better.

Isnt engine braking more noticable on v2 sv650?

Owned an sv650 2005. I can't fault the bike in any way other than not being able to wheely it because of the oil deprecation problem. Brilliant bikes

All the points were spot on. Especially the dash position and the squeaky plastic. But to address the latter; it's a 7000 euro/usd bike, so it is kinda cheap to start with.

Nice vid. Very fair. These bikes are pretty even & while the FZ is cooler imo, it's the V-Twin on the SV that always draws me to it.

With the construction point.. you compared what looked like a low side slide on the sv to a front end collision on the fz..

On the sv650 how are the aftermarket bars? Do they make a difference?

I see the SV still needs an Arrow header and ECU flash to remove the restrictions. Nice review. I would have also included a category rating for "Switchgear/controls" because I know Yamaha has designed garbage in this category since 2014. Same switches used on MT-07, MT-09, Tracer 700, Tracer 900 (non-GT). Also it seems to me the less button pushing is necessary to view the most relevant information on the instrument display, the better. And, are those buttons hard to access or push with gloves. Also throttle tube (rattles, feels like it's on ice), clutch and brake levers, etc. As underpowered and buzzy as the Z650 is, Kawasaki hasn't saved a few dollars by using excessively cheap switchgear and controls.

Is there any way to convert the LCD speedometer to analog?

Just an fyi the 2018-2019 sv650X has adjustable suspension on the front which is a plus for Suzuki

what about the rev sound. Which one is sounding better and why?

Was the db Killer inside the Suzuki SV 650? Which Bike is louder?

i love my 2019 SV650ABS and think the front brakes work well. Quite strong and easy to modulate. Ride safe.

Nice comparison! :) Got a FZ-07 myself and I can confirm pretty much anything said about that bike. Also, I LOVE that inverted display! Gotta get that kit soon. I would love to see a GoPro mount for the Ruroc Atlas. :D

Great information. Thank you!

Scorpion EXO 510 Air chin mount?

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How do you remap the ECU? What language?

Very good video. Nice and concise.

zusaiki?

Great video! thanks! Could you make one where you explain the fuel maps you did on the bike, and what program you need for that? Thanks

Nearly skipped the video. Untill 'blet' 😂🤣👌 good review!

How did you put the phone like that in the 07?

Having ridden the 2020 Mt07 first impressions are it's light, and man what a punchy engine, however that's pretty much I can say about the bike. The suspension is terrible, feels like a cheap made bike, the gearbox is far from smooth clunky and industrial, the headlight is yellow halogen, which is a big let down for a 2020 bike, the switches and controls are very ordinary, I know it's a budget bike and priced competitively though. I ride the 2019 Cb500f, now it's obviously less powerful but jumping back to my Honda what a difference, its more planted, brakes are better, gearbox is better, maybe due to slipper clutch assist, just feels more premium quality than the Mt. I can't compare with SV650 I've not ridden one, will try it out as well soon. Great presentation congrats 👍👍

What year of motorycles were these teo

Cool vid. What mirrors are on the mt07 ? Thanks

DO you have an ENDER 3 lol i have one myself and i saw those scissors and i have the same one

In the UK, the SV is a reasonable bit cheaper. Not much in it really between these 2 on the choice here I'd probably have the SV. In reality I've got a Triumph Street Triple S and a Speed Twin !

When my 99 SV650 died in was looking at the new one and comparing it to the MT.. in the end I decided on the Triumph Street Triple S

Thank you guys, great work. What windscreen you got on SV650? How is the protection? Do you recommend? Can you provide us with the link? Thank you!

Upvoted. Finally not a milktoast review with the conclusion "all bikes are fun". No you clearly stated a winner and that's refreshing.

MT07 all day. Nolan N87 chin mount please

Where do you buy your after market parts for the fz07 or sv650? Im in Canada and everything seems like its out of stock or there isnt much choice. I'm looking for frame sliders + front + rear

SV650 with 180 rear tyre would be 👌🏼

Who got better mileage?

Hi, could you help me I love this type of bikes with mine 6.2 or 188 cm and 265 pounds or 118 kg, which would be better for me?

such a good video

Great review...

Got me a 2020 sv650👍

is fz old name?

bro where did you buy your bar end side mirror?

Both nice bikes but would go with the 07 for the sound alone.

Do you make a mount for the shoei rf-sr??

can I just say that I got certain forza horizon 4 vibes at the end around 9:48, it might be the song choice that really has similarity with the game itself lol. as if I was playing a motor based racing game and you were an npc explaining me in detail what bike would fit my needs for my next drive lmao

Put a delkevic 13in tri oval on my 2018 sv650 and it noticeably increased power, but changing the air filter without a ecu flash decreased power.

I like the FZ, but the SV is better for taller riders (like me) :)

Both bikes getting a point for the first two the sv650 won for sure...braking better all around sv650 power- sv650 no ecu flash like the mt07.

Is the sw motech crash bar on the sv 650 good?

I heard MT07 has rusts problems and the seating nit comfortable.

Love my Suzuki sv650

Ruroc atlus helmet mount

My favourite part is when your mate said Blair xD

Good vid, i was for the sv btw ;)

nice review i really enjoyed whactching! honestly my true love is SV650!!! But 07 it's Cool!

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I'm about to go and buy one of either of these. They are so close that is really hard to decide. I think the suspension on the SV is what is winning the bid from me. I am about 220lbs and the FZ/MT is just not that great in the front end. The sv isn't hugely better but it is better

River rd? That turn is notoriously known for taking riders down. I saw 2 bikes go down there last season. Luckily nothing serious

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Is it just me or are the SV handlebars taller than stock

I just wanted to say that when you love your bike for how fun it is you don't think about nor care about other bikes. Kind of like how when you're in love with your lady, you only have eyes for her and no other bitch matters with hot legs or suspension matters.

Flying out into the outer space

Should’ve compared it to the 18+ MT-07... much better and refined...

Nice one.

0:28 Blyatt (pancake) !!! Your welcome!

Don't forget the mt07 wins the wheelie factor!

I hate to bust your bubble, but the Yamaha FZ-07 is not the same bike as the MT-07. Similar but the the forks / suspension are completely different!

Sv for ever

"Бл...ть!" 😂

Youre making me miss my fz07. I got into an accident about a month ago and broke my damn leg

wait they changed the airfolw on the sv650 and didnt remap it? why do it then all you're gonna do is damage the bike

I'm 186cm tall. Mt-07 is definitely small. And that awful plastic... Everywhere :-) P.S. I'm an SV owner, so can be biased :-).

"Flying Zebra 07" hahahaha

MT’s ECU is upgraded its not fair

Yes..suxuki is good.

Best part of the hole video: 0:30 😂😂😂

I decided to get a 4000$ 2017 sv650 with 13.5k miles over a 5000$ 2017 fz07 with 7k miles... if the fz was even cheaper id buy it lol

S2 Sport Schuberth

our teacher was sv650 are not you ?

Что тормоза то не сравнили?

2018 suzaki😂

Ok talga to..suzuki talaga

Suzuki engine and yamaha engine who the best from quality, durability, etc Sorry bad english upss

Sv 😍

Hahaha good stuff my Russian friend :)

SV 650 👏🏻💙

The SV650 going to 150 km/h same how Honda VTR1000F :-) Iam had old (carburator ) SV 650 nice 10 years (never had fault).

MT-07 forever💛💛💛