Posted October 3, 20177 yr Global Moderator This is an interesting article. I hope they do not ditch the FZ name but they make a compelling argument. There is some interesting inferences about a new FZ-07 (or maybe MT-07) for 2018. http://www.motorcycle.com/features/goodbye-yamaha-fz-hello-yamaha-mt.html
October 3, 20177 yr I think the article was confusing “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria
October 3, 20177 yr I prefer the "FZ" letters but I like the "MT" logo. Dual headlights or deathhttp://fz07.org/thread/5384/albatrosscafes-galleryhttp://fz07.org/thread/5174/dual-headlight-upgrade-completed
October 3, 20177 yr When you think about it the Fz model has refered to a different type of bike for quite a while. The MT logo fits the bike better. I was quite surprised when they used the FZ title in the USA. I think it is the only place it is used ( correct me, if necessary) Go forth and modify my son...go forth and modify...
October 3, 20177 yr MT is the only logical designation for this line of Yamahas. Don't know where the FZ came in as it was an old race rep name.
October 3, 20177 yr As I understood it, 'MT' meant nothing in USA whereas 'FZ' did. MT outside US was already established in some countries for torquey bikes. Wouldn't a change now just confuse? I am looking forward to the revised 07; we should see it around 5 November (EICMA opens in Milan) Just do it!
October 4, 20177 yr I just went out and bought mt07forum.net (mt07.org already bought) and mt10.org, just in case due to this article. Boise State Fan ForumYamaha MT-10 ForumYamaha Tracer 900 ForumYamaha Ténéré 700 Forum
October 9, 20177 yr Didn't the US get the MT01 at all? Go forth and modify my son...go forth and modify...
October 9, 20177 yr I believe it never went to US. The MT owners club was/is mainly for MT-01 and that's the source. Edited October 9, 20177 yr by robbo10 Just do it!
October 10, 20177 yr "What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, By any other name would smell as sweet." Romeo and Juliet - Act II Scene II
October 18, 20177 yr If they changed the model to MT over here I wouldn't care, at least the MT means something ("Master of Torque") , although I like to say "monster torque" instead. I have no clue what FZ stood for. Beemer
October 18, 20177 yr "I have no clue what FZ stood for. " Fuzzy suspension I think... Go forth and modify my son...go forth and modify...
October 23, 20177 yr Then there is the confusion between the USA and Canada. In Canada they are the "F-zed" and USA is "F-zee" But i agree it should be under one name. Why have two different names when they are the same bike. Maybe because "MT" could mean nothing (MT = empty) in North America? 2017 Yamaha FZ-07 2014 Yamaha BWS125
October 24, 20177 yr I wonder if the FZ name doesn't also contribute to the crazy insurance premiums the give these bikes. Boggles my mind they didn't just call the bike MT worldwide...
October 24, 20177 yr I like the MT name... "Master of Torque" or "Mistress of Torque"... 2015 fz-07- Hordpower Edition...2015 fj-09- 120whp- Graves Exhaust w/Woolich Race Kit- tuned by 2WDW
October 24, 20177 yr Mistress of Torque...hmmmm...conjures some unusual images...or is that just me... Go forth and modify my son...go forth and modify...
October 24, 20177 yr 5 hours ago, gregjet said: Mistress of Torque...hmmmm...conjures some unusual images...or is that just me... Umm err it's just you.... really... DewMan Just shut up and ride.
October 31, 20177 yr From a noob perspective. Its better under one name as it would be easier for us to google it around 😉. But i have to thank fellow Fzs In the states, they make most of the how-to with the 07 and makes my life easier. So, thanks FZs 👏 Edited October 31, 20177 yr by sen07
November 4, 20177 yr The update reveal could be 2 days away on the opening of EICMA in Milan Just do it!
November 5, 20177 yr I hurd from a guy that knows a guy whos has a uncle that lives with a gal, whose aunts mom, said she was talking to her BFFFFF over hurd a client saying that his brothers, moms, uncle, aunt who was a hooker too that works these shows, say that she hurd from this client too that Yamaha will be showing a electical three winged turbo thinga-ma-bob do hicky Man I cant wait “Laws that forbid the carrying of arms disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes.” --Thomas Jefferson quoting Cesare Beccaria
November 6, 20177 yr Mt could also stand for Mega Torque. And, in keeping with the Simpsons theme: Mega Torque............Excellent. Give Respect To Get Respect https://jeff-galbraith.pixels.com/
November 6, 20177 yr Not only could - does: https://global.yamaha-motor.com/about/design/products/mt-world/?id=mt-07
November 6, 20177 yr 2 hours ago, faffi said: Not only could - does: https://global.yamaha-motor.com/about/design/products/mt-world/?id=mt-07 But now Yamaha is proclaiming "Pioneers of Emotion" . And they are streaming their big announcements today live from Italy. It will be streaming on our Facebook page at noon Pacific Time Zone. Boise State Fan ForumYamaha MT-10 ForumYamaha Tracer 900 ForumYamaha Ténéré 700 Forum
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