Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-03 or the Yamaha MT-07?

The Yamaha MT-07. It carries 0.40 hp per kilo (73.4 hp, 184 kg wet) against 0.25 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-03 (42 hp, 167 kg).

Is the Yamaha MT-03 cheaper than the Yamaha MT-07?

The Yamaha MT-03 is cheaper at €6,899 list, €1,300 less than the Yamaha MT-07 at €8,199.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha MT-03. Its 780 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the Yamaha MT-07, and at 167 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the MT-03 or the MT-07?

The Yamaha MT-07, which scores 7.1 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha MT-03 counters with phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Yamaha MT-03: 368 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 333 km for the Yamaha MT-07.

Which bike wins overall?

The Yamaha MT-07, scoring 52.2 of 100 against 40.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

Yamaha MT-03 vs Yamaha MT-07

Two naked bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.

Yamaha

MT-03

40.2

/ 100

Yamaha

MT-07

52.2

/ 100

Winner

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0 to 100 km/h

Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.

Yamaha MT-030 km/h

Full specification comparison: Yamaha MT-03 versus Yamaha MT-07
Spec	YamahaMT-03	YamahaMT-07
Engine
Engine	Parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC	CP2 parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC
Displacement	321 cc	689 cc
Power	42 hp at 10,750 rpm	73.4 hp at 8,750 rpm
Torque	29.6 Nm at 9,000 rpm	68 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Power to weight	0.25 hp/kg	0.40 hp/kg
Chassis
Wet weight	167 kg	184 kg
Front suspension	KYB 37 mm inverted, 130 mm	KYB 41 mm inverted, 130 mm
Front adjustability	Preload only	Preload only
Rear suspension	KYB monoshock, 125 mm	KYB monoshock, 130 mm
Rear adjustability	Preload only	Preload and rebound
Front brake	298 mm, axial 2-piston	298 mm, radial 4-piston
ABS	Standard ABS	Standard ABS
Dimensions
Seat height	780 mm	805 mm
Wheelbase	1380 mm	1400 mm
Fuel capacity	14 L	14 L
Claimed consumption	3.8 L/100 km	4.2 L/100 km
Fuel range	368 km	333 km
Ownership
Price	€6,899	€8,199
Service interval	10,000 km	10,000 km
Valve check	42,000 km	42,000 km
Warranty	2 years	2 years
Equipment
Dash	LCD	TFT
Ride modes	No	Yes
Traction control	No	Yes
Quickshifter	Not available	Optional
Cruise control	Not available	Not available
Connectivity	Yes	Yes

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Verdict

The Yamaha MT-07 wins this comparison comfortably, 52.2 points to 40.2.

The gap of 12 points is built mostly in value, where the MT-07 takes 6.9 points out of the MT-03. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the MT-07 is the quicker machine: 73.4 hp and 68 Nm moving 184 kg, against 42 hp and 29.6 Nm moving 167 kg for the MT-03. That is 0.40 hp per kilo playing 0.25.

The MT-03 costs €6,899, which leaves €1,300 in your pocket against the MT-07 at €8,199. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-03 and 10,000 km on the MT-07.

Better for city and commuting

Yamaha MT-07

A 805 mm seat, 333 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.

Better for weekend twisties

Yamaha MT-03

42 hp pushing 167 kg with KYB 37 mm inverted up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.

Better for longer trips

Yamaha MT-07

333 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-03 or the Yamaha MT-07?: The Yamaha MT-07. It carries 0.40 hp per kilo (73.4 hp, 184 kg wet) against 0.25 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-03 (42 hp, 167 kg).
Is the Yamaha MT-03 cheaper than the Yamaha MT-07?: The Yamaha MT-03 is cheaper at €6,899 list, €1,300 less than the Yamaha MT-07 at €8,199.
Which is better for shorter riders?: The Yamaha MT-03. Its 780 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the Yamaha MT-07, and at 167 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
Which has better technology, the MT-03 or the MT-07?: The Yamaha MT-07, which scores 7.1 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha MT-03 counters with phone connectivity.
Which goes further on a tank?: The Yamaha MT-03: 368 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 333 km for the Yamaha MT-07.
Which bike wins overall?: The Yamaha MT-07, scoring 52.2 of 100 against 40.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

Dig into each bike

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