Yamaha MT-07 2017 vs. Triumph Street Twin 2018

Yamaha MT-07 2017

Yamaha MT-07 2017

Triumph Street Twin 2018

Triumph Street Twin 2018

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Overview - Yamaha MT-07 2017 vs Triumph Street Twin 2018

In terms of engine and drive train, the Yamaha MT-07 2017 and the Triumph Street Twin 2018 both have in-line engines with 2 cylinders and liquid cooling. However, there are some differences in their specifications. The Yamaha MT-07 has a slightly higher engine power of 75 HP compared to the Street Twin's 55 HP. On the other hand, the Street Twin has a higher torque of 80 Nm compared to the MT-07's 68 Nm. In terms of displacement, the MT-07 has a smaller engine with 689 ccm compared to the Street Twin's 900 ccm.

Both bikes have a telescopic fork front suspension and a steel frame chassis. They also have double disk front brakes. However, the Yamaha MT-07 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Street Twin has a narrower front tire width of 100 mm and a larger front tire diameter of 18 inches. In terms of rear tires, the MT-07 has a wider rear tire width of 180 mm and the same rear tire diameter of 17 inches as the Street Twin, which has a rear tire width of 150 mm.

Yamaha MT-07 2017

Yamaha MT-07 2017

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha MT-07 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1400 mm compared to the Street Twin's 1415 mm. The seat height of the MT-07 is also slightly higher at 805 mm compared to the Street Twin's 750 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the MT-07 is larger at 14 liters compared to the Street Twin's 12 liters.

Moving on to the strengths of each bike, the Yamaha MT-07 2017 is praised for its great motor, easy-to-read display, and low price. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Twin 2018 is lauded for its engine with plenty of torque in the middle, good brakes, pleasant ergonomics, current electronic features, smooth clutch, authentic look, and fair offer.

Triumph Street Twin 2018

Triumph Street Twin 2018

However, there are also some weaknesses to consider. The Yamaha MT-07 is criticized for having a chassis that is too soft. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Twin's brake requires manual force and its fittings have a small digital field.

In conclusion, the Yamaha MT-07 2017 and the Triumph Street Twin 2018 are both naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The MT-07 has a more powerful engine and larger fuel tank capacity, while the Street Twin has a higher torque and a slightly larger front tire diameter. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-07 2017 compared to Triumph Street Twin 2018

Yamaha MT-07 2017
Triumph Street Twin 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore80 mmBore84.6 mm
StrokeStroke68.6 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power75 HPEngine power55 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,900 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque80 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,230 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.55
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement689 ccmDisplacement900 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth745 mmWidth785 mm
HeightHeight1,090 mmHeight1,114 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height750 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-07 2017

Yamaha MT-07 2017

Even after three years, the Yamaha MT-07 is still a public favourite. No one else beats such a price-performance ratio. The two-cylinder engine is powerful, but can be dosed very gently at low revs. The display is also one of the best in this class, with good readability. Only the chassis is disappointing. In a sporty riding style, it is simply too soft, which can cause the MT-07 to sway.

great motor

easy to read display

low price

Chassis too soft

Triumph Street Twin 2018

Triumph Street Twin 2018

The new Triumph Street Twin cleverly continues the success story of the predecessor model; instead of radical changes, there are targeted improvements to the engine, brakes, chassis and ergonomics. The enormous 10 hp increase in power is nice, but the special character of the powerful in-line two-wheeler is still experienced more in the mid-range. Added to this is an improved look and feel at a price that is hardly higher. If you have too much money in your wallet, you can pimp and customise your Street Twin with almost 140 original accessories.

Engine with plenty of torque in the middle

good brake

pleasant ergonomics

current electronic features

smooth clutch

authentic look

a fair offer

Brake needs manual force

fittings with small digital field

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-07 vs Triumph Street Twin

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-07 2017 and a Triumph Street Twin 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Street Twin 2018 is about 16% higher. A Yamaha MT-07 2017 experiences a loss of 240 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 160 USD for a Triumph Street Twin 2018. Compared to Triumph Street Twin 2018 there are more Yamaha MT-07 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 20 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-07 with 83 days compared to 108 days for a Triumph Street Twin. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 69 reviews for the Yamaha MT-07 and 11 reviews for the Triumph Street Twin since model year 2016. The first review for the Yamaha MT-07 was published on 11/4/2013 and now has more than 12,600 views. This compares to more than 45,200 views for the first review on Triumph Street Twin published on 12/11/2015.

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