2025 Yamaha MT-07 and Ténéré 700 first look

That’s mostly attributed to its torque-rich power delivery and characterful sound. Its technological pedigree, not so much. Team Blue set out to change that with the 2025 MT-07 and Ténéré 700.

The CP2 retains its 80 mm bore, 68.6 mm stroke, and 689 cc volume, but the powerplant now benefits from a Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) system. That’s Yamaha-speak for ride-by-wire. The addition results in a “more linear power delivery and improved connection between rider and machine,” according to the Iwata factory. It also unlocks ride modes. That includes Street, Sport, and Custom for the MT-07, and Sport and Explorer for the Ténéré. Both models now feature switchable traction control.

Like the MT-10 and MT-09 before it, the MT-07 also gains acoustic amplifying grilles that redirect the bike’s induction noise back to the rider. Meanwhile, the T7’s shorter intake duct reportedly enhances torque and power delivery in the low- to mid-range. The updates aren’t limited to the engine, either. Both the MT and Ténéré also undergo long overdue chassis revisions.

Gone is the MT-07’s traditional telescopic fork. In its place is a new 41 mm KYB inverted unit. The front end now allows Yamaha to equip the naked with radially mounted calipers, which leads to “consistent braking performance thanks to the increased rigidity.” Rounding out the upgraded chassis are the lightweight SpinForged wheels and a slightly updated KYB rear shock. 

The Ténéré 700’s 43 mm KYB fork already offered rebound and compression adjustability but a new preload adjuster located at the top of the fork tube allows even more fine-tuning. At the rear, a redesigned KYB shock now “provides increased stroke and enhanced load absorption for more on- and off-road confidence.”

Both models also receive a facelift in 2025. The MT now sports a headlight assembly that draws it closer to its MT stablemates. A slimmer tank, updated side covers, trimmer tail section, and resculpted seat only contribute to the bike’s minimalistic aesthetic. On the other hand, the T7 inches closer to its rally influences with an all-new quad-LED headlight, chiseled bodywork, color-matched hand guards, and a flatter seat.

All those changes amount to a $400 markup for the MT-07 and a $200 bump for the Ténéré 700, bringing the MSRPs to $8,599 and $10,999 (respectively). The former will arrive in dealerships in December while the latter will be available in February.

	2025 Yamaha MT-07	2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700
Price (MSRP)	$8,599	$10,999
Engine	689 cc liquid-cooled, eight-valve, parallel twin
Transmission, final drive	Six-speed, chain
Claimed horsepower	N/A
Claimed torque	N/A
Frame	Tubular steel	Perimeter steel
Front suspension	KYB 41 mm fork; 5.1 inches of travel	KYB 43 mm fork, adjustable for spring preload, compression, and rebound damping; 8.3 inches of travel
Rear suspension	KYB shock, adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping; 5.1 inches of travel	KYB shock, adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping; 7.9 inches of travel
Front brake	Dual four-piston calipers, 298 mm discs with ABS	Dual Brembo four-piston calipers, 282 mm discs with switchable ABS
Rear brake	Single-piston caliper, 345 disc with ABS	Brembo single-piston caliper, 245 mm disc with switchable ABS
Rake, trail	24.3 degrees, 3.7 inches	27.0 degrees, 4.1 inches
Wheelbase	54.9 inches	62.8 inches
Seat height	31.7 inches	34.4 inches
Fuel capacity	3.7 gallons	4.2 gallons
Tires	Dunlop Sportmax Q5A,  120/70ZR17 front, 180/55ZR17 rear	Pirelli Scorpion® Rally STR, 90/90R21 front, 150/70R18 rear
Claimed weight	403 pounds	459 pounds
Available	December 2024	February 2025
Warranty	12 months
More info	yamahamotorsports.com	yamahamotorsports.com