Yamaha Fz-07 Review
"The best used naked bike under five thousand dollars, full stop."
Used Buyer Review
The FZ-07 might be the smartest used buy in the middleweight naked segment right now. Yamaha got the fundamentals dead right — that 689cc parallel twin punches well above its displacement, delivering a smooth, linear powerband that never feels dishonest. It'll embarrass plenty of bigger bikes in real-world riding, and the chassis is genuinely confidence-inspiring without being boring. Snagging one used under five grand is practically stealing. That said, go in with eyes open. The stock suspension is soft and vague, especially on bumpier roads — budget for a rear spring swap minimum. Earlier models (2015-2016) have a known front fork dive issue under hard braking that's manageable but worth knowing. Check the subframe for cracks on any bike that's seen track days, and look for evidence of drops — these things get bought by newer riders who occasionally meet the ground.
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You prioritize touring comfort or highway miles
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