Okay, let’s talk about my time with the Yamaha T-07, which most folks know as the MT-07. It’s been quite a journey getting to know this machine.
Getting Started with It
So, I was looking for a new ride. My old bike was getting on a bit, felt heavy, you know? I started looking around, reading stuff online, chatting with mates. Kept hearing about this MT-07. People said it was fun, easy to handle, and didn’t cost an arm and a leg. Sounded pretty good to me.
I decided to check one out. Went down to a local dealer. Sat on it. Felt light, much lighter than my old beast. The seating position felt right, kinda upright, comfortable. Didn’t feel like I was stretching for anything. Fired it up in the shop – that twin-cylinder engine has a nice little rumble to it, even standard.
Ended up finding a decent used one. Looked well looked after. Did the usual checks, you know, tires, chain, brakes, listened to the engine properly. Everything seemed solid. Handed over the cash, sorted the paperwork. Felt good, riding it home for the first time. A bit different, but in a good way.
Living with the Bike
First few rides were just getting used to it. It’s really flickable, easy to tip into corners. The power delivery is smooth, but it’s got plenty of pull low down. You twist the throttle, and it just goes. No drama, just instant response. Made city riding much easier, nipping through traffic.
I started using it for my daily commute. Way better than the car. Filters through traffic like a dream. Parking is a piece of cake. It’s just a really practical bike for everyday stuff.
But it’s not just practical, it’s fun too. Took it out on some twisty country roads on the weekends. That’s where it really shines. It’s so light and agile, feels like you can just throw it around. The engine’s got enough punch to keep things interesting, keeps you smiling under the helmet.
Things I did:
- Checked the basics: Regularly checked the tire pressures, oil level, made sure the chain was lubed and adjusted right. Basic stuff, but important. Found it pretty easy to work on for these simple tasks.
- Added a small screen: The wind blast got a bit much on faster roads. Bought a small aftermarket windscreen. Bolted it on myself one afternoon. Wasn’t too hard, just followed the instructions. Made a decent difference, took the pressure off my chest.
- Changed the mirrors: The stock ones were okay, but I wanted a better view. Got some slightly wider ones. Unscrewed the old ones, screwed in the new ones. Simple job.
Final Thoughts
Overall, this bike, the MT-07 or T-07, whatever you call it, has been great. It’s reliable, easy to manage, and seriously fun to ride. Doesn’t matter if I’m just popping to the shops or going for a proper blast. It handles it all.
It’s not the fastest bike out there, not the most high-tech. But that’s not the point of it. It’s just a solid, enjoyable motorcycle that does exactly what you want it to do, and does it well. I spent a lot of time just riding it, cleaning it, doing those little jobs. It’s been a good companion on the road.
