Yamaha might also introduce the MT-07, which is the naked version of the R7.

The Yamaha R7 and R3 sports bikes have been spotted at the Madras Motor Race Track (MMRT) near Chennai. Reports suggest that the bikes were there for a TVC shoot, which suggests we might see a market launch soon.

Yamaha had showcased its range of big bikes at a dealer event held earlier this year, and the R7 and R3 were among the line-up. 

The Yamaha R7 is a mid-capacity sports bike powered by a 689cc parallel-twin engine producing 72 BHP and 63 Nm. It will compete with the Kawasaki Ninja 650 and the Honda CBR650R. 

The Yamaha R3 is powered by a 321cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine that makes 42 BHP and 29.5 Nm. It will lock horns with the KTM RC 390 and Kawasaki Ninja 400.

Source: @torque_tv

The Yamaha R7 and MT-09 will be imported as completely built units (CBUs).

The launch of the 2022 Yamaha R7 and MT-09 could be just around the corner, as teasers of the bikes have now surfaced on Yamaha India’s official website.

The Yamaha R7 is a fully-faired sports bike that is powered by a 689cc, twin-cylinder engine that makes 72 BHP and 67 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper clutch.

The R7 rides on adjustable KYB upside-down forks and a rear mono-shock, while braking is handled by dual 298 mm discs at the front and a 245 mm disc at the rear.

The MT-09 is a naked streetfighter that uses an 890cc, inline 3-cylinder engine. It produces 117 BHP and 93 Nm and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

The Yamaha R7 and MT-09 will be imported as completely built units (CBUs). While the former will go up against the Honda CBR650R and Kawasaki Ninja 650, the MT-09 competes with the Kawasaki Z900 and the Triumph Street Triple RS.

Yamaha also plans to bring the MT-09 to India, but may rule out the Tenere 700.

Yamaha plans to introduce the R7 and MT-07 models in India before the end of 2022.

According to a media report, the bike maker plans to import both bikes in small numbers via the CBU route. Yamaha is also looking to avoid the OBD-2 regulations by bringing the bikes in this year.

It is said that the launch of the R7 and MT-07 may be pushed to 2024, if Yamaha is unable to import them by the end of this year. Both bikes are powered by a 689cc parallel-twin engine that puts out 72 BHP and 67 Nm.

It has also been reported that Yamaha intends to bring the MT-09 to India, but may rule out the Tenere 700.

Source: Autocar India

The new Yamaha R7 bridges the gap between the brand's R3 and the litre-class R1 superbike.

Yamaha has globally unveiled its all-new YZF-R7 sportbike. The new R7 is the latest model in Yamaha's R-Series. It replaces the brand's R6 model and bridges the gap between the R3 and the R1 superbike.

The all-new Yamaha YZF-R7 features a fully-faired design, with rear-set footpegs, clip-on handlebars, a skinny seat and a sculpted fuel tank. The motorcycle also features a single-pod projector headlamp, with LED DRLs on either side. It gets a fully digital LCD instrument cluster as well. The 2022 Yamaha R7 will be offered in two colour choices: Team Yamaha Blue & Raven Black.

The new middleweight fully-faired sportbike is based on the brand's MT-07 streetfighter. The new Yamaha R7 carries forward the same 689cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin CP2 engine. It produces 72 BHP @ 8,750 rpm and 67 Nm @ 6,500 rpm; paired with a 6-speed gearbox with assist and slipper-clutch offered as standard.

The new YZF-R7 gets 41 mm KYB upside-down front forks and a mono-shock setup at the rear, both with preload and rebound adjustability. Braking is handled by dual 298mm discs at the front and a single 245mm disc at the rear, supported by dual-channel ABS. The motorcycle rides on Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport tyres with 120/70 and 180/55 profiles at the front and rear, respectively.

Yamaha has priced the new YZF-R7 at US$ 8,999 (approximately Rs 6.57 lakh). The company is unlikely to bring the R7 to Indian shores anytime soon.

Yamaha is likely to base the YZF-R7 on the MT-07 platform. The bike is also expected to get the same engine as the naked bike, which is a 689cc, parallel-twin unit, as well as its running gear.

Earlier this week, Yamaha had released the first teaser for the brand's upcoming YZF-R7 sports bike. Now, the company has released another teaser video indicating that the bike will make its debut on May 18, 2021.

The Yamaha YZF-R7 has been in the works for a while now. The new fully-faired motorcycle will be a replacement for the YZF-R6, which was discontinued last year due to an update in emission regulations.

The teaser video also gives us a glimpse of the LED headlamp and the air scoop in the middle of the front fairing. This indicates that the bike will get a twin-beam design at the front.

Yamaha is likely to base the YZF-R7 on the MT-07 platform. The bike is also expected to get the same engine as the naked bike, which is a 689cc, parallel-twin unit, as well as its running gear.