Motorcycle specifications YamahaR7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 This memory of glory
presentation of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026
With this 70th anniversary edition , the R7 bears a striking resemblance to the... R7. No pun intended, but a clarification is in order: it looks like theYZF-R7! It's a bike that has been in our thoughts throughout 2025, as Yamaha has paid tribute to it in the season's most important competitions.
The racing motorcycles served as the backdrop for Yamaha's 70th anniversary celebrations; now it's the turn of the production motorcycles. The entire range of R sportbikes is infatuated with the trappings of Superbike. The new R7 swells with pride in its superb white and red paintwork, adorned with the famous Speedblocks on the fairing sides. A commemorative "70th anniversary" badge appears on the tank cowling, along with a gold version of the Yamaha badge.
Proud, but humble. Almost 30 years separate them, and their ordinances have nothing to do with each other. The 750 YZF-R7 OW02 won Endurance and World Superbike races - the 700 R7 is here to help you discover trajectories and set your first lap times.
Only their first names, the way they're spelled, their choice of colors and their eyes for the track identify them with the same sanguinity. They seem so close and yet so different at the same time.
An electronic leap forward
As the R7 enters 2026, it pays homage to its forebear while modifying its attributes. The Yam' has evolved from one end to the other this year: a more stylized look, a redesigned fairing, an engine recalibrated for Euro5+, a reinforced frame, lightened SpinForged wheels, an optimized fork, a less demanding riding position and electronics on a whole new level. The previous generation only had ABS as standard and an optional shifter. The Up&Down shifter is now standard equipment, as are an IMU inertial unit, 5 riding modes, angle-sensitive traction control and ABS, wheeling, gliding and braking controls, engine brake management, cruise control and speed limiter, rear ABS deactivation and a stop-start assistant. In other words, almost all the electronics of a hypersport for a 73-hp bike..
The "Anniversary White" color will cost around 300 euros more. Let's hope the final bill stays under 11,000 euros. Which is already a hefty price for an "introductory" sports bike.
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Key facts Yamaha R7 700 70ème anniversaire (2026) : What you need to know before you buy
Prices
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 France |
10,799€
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Model sold in 2026
Performance
- Max speed : approximately 210 km/h (130.50 mph)
- Average fuel consumption : 4.10 liters/100km (0.57 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 341 km (212 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Yamaha R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026
- Chassis
- Two-seater saddle
- Frame : steel diamond type
- Fuel capacity : 14 liters (3.70 US gallons)
- Oil capacity : 3 liters (0.79 US gallons)
- Seat height : 830 mm (32.68 in)
- Length : 2,070 mm (81.50 in)
- Width : 725 mm (28.54 in)
- Min height : 1,160 mm (45.67 in)
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Min. ground clearance : 135 mm (5.31 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,395 mm (54.92 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 189 kg (417 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Angle de chasse : 24 °
- Preload, compression and rebound adjustment
- Braking 2 Advics discs Ø 298 mm (11.73 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper
- Front tire (Tubeless) : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Handlebars handlebars
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual - shifter as standard
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Monoshock, Wheel travel : 121 mm (4.76 in)
- Preload and rebound adjustment
- Braking 1 Advics disc Ø 245 mm (9.65 in), single-piston caliper
- Rear tire (Tubeless) : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder online, parallel , 4 strokes, set at 270°
- Injection Ø nc
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 689 cc
- 73.40 ch (72.40 hp) to 8,750 rpm
- 6.90 mkg (68 Nm) to 6,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : approximately 2.44 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : approximately 25.57 kg/mkg
- Compression : 11.5 : 1
- Starting system : electric
- Anti-pollution standard : Euro 5+
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS cornering
- Number of riding modes : 5
- TFT Full-Colour screen size: 12.70 cm (5 inches)
- Forged rims
- Gear indicator
- Shifter
- Inertial measurement system
- Traction control
- Inertial measurement system
- Anti-wheeling control
- Launch Control
- Aluminium rims
- ABS Cornering
- Bluetooth
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026
- What is the power of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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The R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 develops a power of 73.40 ch (72.40 hp)
- What is the torque of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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The maximum torque of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 is 6.90 mkg (68 Nm) to 6,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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The R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 210 km/h (130.50 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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The R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 has a a weight when fully loaded of 189 kg (417 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 4.10 l/100km (0.57 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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To ensure good accessibility, the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 offers a minimum seat height of 830 mm (32.68 in).
- What is the price of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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The price of the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 is 10,799€ in France
- Is the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026 approved for transporting a passenger?
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Yes, this vehicle is equipped as standard for 2 people.
- What colors are available for the R7 700 70ème anniversaire 2026?
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For the 2026 model year, the R7 700 70ème anniversaire is available in one color: red / white.
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