Yamaha YZF-R7

Yamaha Motor India has showcased multiple models to its dealers in the country. This list comprises the company’s middleweight motorcycle, the YZF-R7, which is already available for sale in several international markets. We expect the India-bound model to carry similar features and specifications as the international-spec motorcycle.

Thus, the styling of the India-bound Yamaha YZF-R7 will include a single-pod headlight with twin LED DRLs, a YZR-M1 MotoGP bike-style M-shaped air intake, a full-fairing, a clip-on style handlebar, rear-set footpegs, split-style seats, and a compact exhaust. This middleweight product will also get fairing-mounted rear-view mirrors, a muscular (13-litre) fuel tank with a YZF-R1-style fin design, and a YZF-R1-inspired taillight. Similar to the international market, the India-bound Yamaha YZF-R7, too, should be available in two colours – Icon Blue and Yamaha Black.

Then, the mechanical specifications will include the same 689cc, parallel twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled CP2 engine as the international model. Notably, this motor also powers the MT-07. This powertrain uses a 270-degree crankshaft that gives an uneven firing sequence. Linked to a six-speed gearbox, this motor delivers 72.4bhp at 8,750rpm and 67Nm at 6,500rpm. The gearbox benefits from an assist and slipper clutch as standard, while a quick shift system is available as an optional extra in the international markets. We expect to see a similar setup on the India-bound model.

The feature list on the international-spec Yamaha YZF-R7 includes full-LED lighting, a negative mode display LCD instrument cluster, an optional quick shift system, and ABS. The hardware includes a diamond-type frame, while the suspension setup includes fully-adjustable, KYB-sourced upside-down front forks, and a preload and rebound damping adjustable monoshock at the back. Meanwhile, the braking tasks are handled by twin radially-mounted 298mm discs at the front and a single 245mm rotor at the back.

The Yamaha YZF-R7 will rival the likes of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 and the Honda CBR650R in the Indian market. We expect the motorcycle to arrive between the Rs. 7 lakh and Rs. 8 lakh (ex-showroom, India) price bracket.