Yamaha·Supersport·689cc·A2 · 47ch

YZF-R7

↘ Evolution history · 2022 → present
5
Years of production
2
Generations
689
current cc
73
Horsepower
5
Vintages

Accessible supersport with CP2 DNA — R1 looks, controlled budget, genuine thrills.

↓ Changes year by year
Gen 2 · 2026 — present
GENERATION 2 — ELECTRONICS OVERHAUL EURO 5+

Major 2026 overhaul: Y-CCT ride-by-wire, 6-axis IMU, full electronics suite (TC, SC, LC, cornering ABS), Gen 3 bidirectional quickshifter, connected 5" TFT and 9 riding modes including 4 track modes. Euro 5+.

2026
EElectronics
Y-CCT ride-by-wire, 6-axis IMU — traction control (4 levels), slide control, lift control, cornering ABS, BSR
9 riding modes: Sport, Street, Rain, 2 Custom, 4 Track
Major
EElectronics
5" TFT with Bluetooth, Y-Connect app, Garmin StreetCross navigation, Y-TRAC lap timer
Major
MEngine
Gen 3 bidirectional QSS quickshifter standard. New mapping, airbox and intake ducts. Euro 5+ homologation
Medium
CFrame
Frame rigidity revised (+12% in 3 dimensions), revised caster angle. New KYB fork specs, lightweight forged wheels
Medium
CFrame
Tank increased to 14L (+1L), repositioned handlebars, seat lowered 5mm, footpegs sourced from R1. Weight: 189kg
Medium
AAesthetics
New slimmer fairing, blinkers integrated in mirrors. 70th Anniversary Edition (white/red, +€300)
Medium
Buyer radar
2026

Finally properly equipped: complete supersport electronics at an accessible price. Recommended purchase.

TOP BUY
Gen 1 · 2022 — 2025
GENERATION 1 — EURO 5 LAUNCH

First modern YZF-R7, built on the MT-07 CP2 platform. R1-inspired R-Series styling, Assist & Slipper clutch, standard ABS — no traction control or ride-by-wire.

2025
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over. Final year before Gen 2 overhaul
Minor
2024
AAesthetics
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2023
AAesthetics
New Intensity White colour added. World GP 60th Anniversary Edition discontinued
Minor
2022
MEngine
Launch — CP2 689cc parallel twin 270° crossplane, 73hp at 8,750 rpm, 67 Nm at 6,500 rpm, Euro 5
Major
CFrame
Tubular steel frame, adjustable inverted KYB 41mm forks, 298mm front discs, Brembo brakes, 188 kg wet
Major
SSafety
Dual-channel ABS as standard. Assist & Slipper clutch. Official A2 restriction available at 35 kW (47hp)
35KW version sold through authorised Yamaha dealer network, reversible electronic restriction
Major
EElectronics
Colour digital display. Optional QSS quickshifter (upshift only)
Major
AAesthetics
Team Yamaha Blue and Performance Black colours. World GP 60th Anniversary Edition (white/red/gold)
Major
Buyer radar
2022

Best value in class at launch — approachable sportsbike, proven CP2 engine.

TOP BUY
2023

Same great bike, welcome new white colour. Good used depreciation.

GOOD PICK