tyres

As I am seriously considering fitting a 170/60 rear tyre, I thought I would email Yamaha on the subject. Here is what they replied: "Thank you for your email, in relation to your Yamaha MT-07. We can advise, that we can only recommend the tyres sizes as stated in your Owner’s Manual, which...

I agreed with the sentiments expressed by "Gregjet" on 03/04/2015. I have always felt that Yamaha have opted for style over function with the big fat tyres fitted to the MT-07. I think the bike would feel much more nimble if narrowed tyres were fitted. Even on the original rims, it might be...

Is anyone else using Goop or any other puncture prevention? Rather waiting for the puncture then getting it repaired I've seen videos and read reviews on using this method and looks to be the best specially for motorbikes as we can't carry a spare wheel/tyre with us. The last thing a biker...

My wife and kid went off to a cabin in the mountains during the week while I had to work so rode up to meet them on the Friday. Silly me forgot that it was 14km off road dirt tracks going up the mountain. Never done any off-tarmac before so was a little nervous, especially on road tyres! Got...