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.
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Buyer score / 100
4
Vintages
8
Changes
5
Overhauls
0
Updates
3
Minor
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ENGINE
1 change
2022
Launch — CP2 689cc parallel twin 270° crossplane, 73hp at 8,750 rpm, 67 Nm at 6,500 rpm, Euro 5
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C
FRAME
1 change
2022
Tubular steel frame, adjustable inverted KYB 41mm forks, 298mm front discs, Brembo brakes, 188 kg wet
Major
E
ELECTRONICS
1 change
2022
Colour digital display. Optional QSS quickshifter (upshift only)
Major
A
AESTHETICS
4 changes
2022
Team Yamaha Blue and Performance Black colours. World GP 60th Anniversary Edition (white/red/gold)
Major
2023
New Intensity White colour added. World GP 60th Anniversary Edition discontinued
Minor
2024
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2025
No notable change — colours carried over. Final year before Gen 2 overhaul
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S
SAFETY
1 change
2022
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