2026 Yamaha MT-07: Specs, Price and How It Compares

The MT-07 is Yamaha’s 689cc twin-cylinder naked bike, and the 2026 model gets radially mounted front brake calipers, a 41mm inverted fork and a five-inch TFT display, according to Yamaha’s US model page. This is a spec-based overview, not a road test: we haven’t ridden the bike for this article. Every figure below is copied from Yamaha Motor USA’s pages for the 2026 MT-07, checked on 22 October 2026.

2026 Yamaha MT-07 at a glance

Yamaha doesn’t publish a horsepower or torque figure for the MT-07 on its US spec page, so we don’t quote one.

2026 Yamaha MT-07 price

Yamaha lists the 2026 MT-07 from $8,599 MSRP, with a $675 destination charge on top (MSRP as listed by Yamaha on 22 Oct 2026). Yamaha says the MSRP excludes tax, title, prep and destination charges, and that dealers set actual prices. When we checked, Yamaha’s page also showed time-limited finance and customer-cash offers for 10/1/2026 to 12/31/2026; see the model page for the current terms.

2026 Yamaha MT-07 specs

Engine and drivetrain

Chassis

Dimensions and weight

Yamaha defines wet weight as the bike with all standard equipment and all fluids, including oil, coolant and a full tank of fuel. That matters when you compare it with brands that quote curb or dry weight (see the rivals table below).

Who the MT-07 suits

On paper, the MT-07 sits in the space between learner-friendly 300–500cc bikes and bigger, more expensive middleweights. Its 31.7 in seat is an inch higher than Yamaha’s 2026 MT-03 (30.7 in on Yamaha’s MT-03 spec page), and at 403 lb wet it’s 30 lb heavier than the MT-03’s 373 lb. That makes it a natural next step for a rider who has outgrown a small twin, or a first bike for someone who has trained and is comfortable with a bigger engine. If you’re still deciding what size to start on, our beginner motorcycle guide goes through licensing, weight and engine size, and the seat height guide explains why the 31.7 in figure is only part of the fit story.

Strengths and trade-offs (from the spec sheet)

• Electronics for the price. Yamaha lists Yamaha Ride Control with three throttle maps, switchable traction control, and SPORT and STREET presets plus a custom mode, along with a five-inch TFT with smartphone connectivity through the Y-Connect app.
• Proper brake hardware. Twin 298mm discs with radially mounted four-piston calipers are the headline chassis change for 2026, per Yamaha.
• Adjustable rear end, basic front. The rear shock adjusts for preload and rebound, but Yamaha doesn’t list any adjustment for the 41mm fork.
• Small tank. 3.7 gal is the smallest tank in the comparison below. Yamaha’s estimated 57 mpg helps, but it’s a trade-off if you plan long days.
• No published power figure. You can’t compare the MT-07’s output with rivals from Yamaha’s US data alone.

MT-07 vs Kawasaki Z650 S vs Suzuki GSX-8S

These are the two obvious Japanese twin-cylinder alternatives at a similar price in the US. Figures are copied from each manufacturer’s own page for the model year shown.

• Kawasaki Z650 S: $700 less and the same 31.7 in seat height. Kawasaki publishes power (67.0 hp, measured to ISO 4106, which Kawasaki notes can read higher than SAE methods) and lists traction control (KTRC) and a 4.3-in TFT. Its curb weight is measured with more than 90 percent of a full tank, so it’s not a like-for-like match for Yamaha’s wet figure. The MT-07 has the larger engine and the radial brakes.
• Suzuki GSX-8S: $650 more, with a bigger 776cc twin, a standard bi-directional quick shifter and a four-mode traction control system, according to Suzuki. It’s also the heaviest here on paper. Our 2026 Suzuki GSX-8S overview covers it in more detail.

Yamaha MT-07 FAQ

How much is the 2026 Yamaha MT-07?

Yamaha lists it from $8,599 MSRP plus a $675 destination charge (as listed on 22 Oct 2026, Yamaha MT-07 page).

What is the MT-07’s seat height?

31.7 in, according to Yamaha’s 2026 MT-07 specs. Yamaha publishes seat height for the unladen bike, so you’ll sit a little lower once the suspension compresses under you.

How much does the MT-07 weigh?

Yamaha quotes a wet weight of 403 lb, which includes all fluids and a full tank of fuel.

How much horsepower does the 2026 MT-07 make?

Yamaha’s US spec page doesn’t publish a horsepower or torque figure, so we don’t quote one. Treat third-party figures with care and check what test method they use.

Is the MT-07 a good beginner bike?

That depends on the rider, your state’s licensing rules and your training. On the published figures it’s heavier and taller than Yamaha’s MT-03 and R3. Read our beginner guide and sit on one at a dealer before deciding.

Related overviews: 2026 Yamaha MT-09 (the three-cylinder step up) and 2026 Yamaha YZF-R7 (the faired supersport with the same 689cc engine figures).

Before you buy

Licensing rules are set by each state, so check your state DMV (or equivalent) for the motorcycle license or endorsement you need, and consider a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. You can look up any open safety recalls by VIN with NHTSA before buying a used example.

Sources

All figures were checked on the manufacturer pages on 22 October 2026. Manufacturers can change prices and specifications without notice, so check the linked page, and confirm with a dealer, before you buy.

• Yamaha Motor USA, 2026 MT-07 specifications
• Yamaha Motor USA, 2026 MT-07 model page (MSRP, destination charge, features)
• Yamaha Motor USA, 2026 MT-03 specifications
• Kawasaki USA, 2027 Z650 S ABS
• Suzuki Motor USA, 2026 GSX-8S