(Part 2) Top products from r/FZ07

The buzzing on the handlebars landed me comfortably in carpal tunnel territory off the batt, with most of my right hand going numb. Yay for the 2018's hard mounted handle bars! My buddies already had these so I stopped at a random bike shop and grabbed one (was $24.95usd) and it was the best thing ever. Unlike those "cramp busters" that let you release your grip because a flap rests against your palm, these allow you to take your hand completely off the bars while the throttle stays where you set it. I find them at every random bike and atv accessories store. Made all the difference, didn't get in my way at all during twisties, was easy to effortlessly set/release without effort while riding.

I just ran premium, as that's what the manual asks for. US gas is stupidly cheap to start with, so it was substantially cheaper than regular fuel back home, and the MT07's so good on gas anyways. Cost me on average around $7usd/250km, but that was mostly in twistier roads at a good clip; if we did the speed limit I could have extended that range considerably. For how I ride it turned out 250km range worked very well as a guideline.

My shoulders where fine, as you can sit right upright on the MT07 if you wish so there's no strain on them at all.

My ass, on the other hand, was in screaming pain. The seat was simply inadequate for that kind of ride. I find it's good for up to 2 hours at a time. I'd do another ride with this seat if I had to, but I'm hoping to grab... Something, I dunno what yet, to make it better. A seat cover or something.

I brought a toolkit consisting of a Leatherman, a couple crescent wrenches, a set of Allen Keys, a multimeter, some zip ties and some metal wire, a tire pressure gauge with a length of duct tape wrapped around it, and spare universal control cables. I'd say for most people a multimeter is less important, but mine came in handy diagnosing and fixing (bypassing, rather) a friend's gimpy clutch/neutral switch.

Also packed: socks and underwear per day, a pair of spare t-shirts and a pair of pants packed into ziplock freezer bags with the air squeezed out (way more compact than just rolling clothes, AND guaranteed to stay dry), a sweater and an undershirt (layering yo! Adjust to the temperatures), a couple microfiber rags and lens cleaner for my face shield, some Tylenol, a small first aid kit (thankfully unneeded), toothpaste/toothbrush/floss/antiperspirant.

The tail bag is a Nelson Rigg CL 1060S which was phenomenal and looked really nice on the bike, and a cheap cargo net strapped over top for carrying loose stuff (removed layers of clothes, bottles of water, bag of Cheetos, etc) that I wanted fast access to.

Also had a RAM mount off the left mirror stem with a wired in charger so my phone stayed at 100% while rocking Google Maps (downloaded maps, so worked offline) and music to my Sena headset. That charger would fast-charge my phone if the bike was running, or just slow charge otherwise. Having GPS going all the time really relieved some anxiety as I could stop and take photos without worrying about losing the group. Location sharing is super helpful too once your in town; can split up and find each other again effortlessly.

God I hope this formats correctly - I am a neophyte.

Exhaust - http://www.ixilusa.com/ixil-l3xb-black-hyperlow-xl-full-exhaust-yamaha-mt-07-2014-2015/

Super deep and loud sound - videos online don't do it justice, its unbelievably loud when the baffles are out. Had to have the cat cut out of it. Be aware they have a cat in the V section before the end of the pipe.

Removed the snorkel covering the airbox - I was told its basically blocks airflow.

ECU Flash / Dyno by 2wheelDynoWorks - https://2wheeldynoworks.com/shop/ecu-flashing-service/15-17-yamaha-fz07-mail-in-ecu-flashing-service/

Nels himself worked on my bike - super stoked (shout out to Nate too) They have the best customer service.

Active Tune - https://2wheeldynoworks.com/shop/ecu-flashing-service/yamaha-activetune-afr-closed-loop-self-tuning-ecu-kit-2/

Tune as you go

Bike side harness - https://2wheeldynoworks.com/shop/ecu-flashing-service/ftlink-v1-1-6-pin-bike-side-harnesses/

For tuning later

Windscreen - https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/puig-touring-naked-new-generation-windscreen-yamaha-mt-07-2018

I got light smoke, I think it goes better with the bike and pushes wind over my shoulders even at 80+ mph

Protection - https://tstindustries.com/Womet-Tech-Total-Crash-Protection-Pack-for-Yamaha-FZ-07-MT-07-2015.html

Basically got everything from this except the bar ends

Bar Ends - https://motostarz.com/collections/mt-07-2018/products/rhinomoto-barends-mirror-mounts-for-yamaha-fz-mt-models

Super easy to replace mirrors etc with these - and they add protection

Throttle tube - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005C59NO2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

90 to 60 degree conversion - its amazing for the price

Dash Screen Protector - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078SMP4ND/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Mirror stem deletes - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BN8QGPV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Current Mirrors - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N6GB7DZ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Mirrors in photo - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003RESHVU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I like the CRG Mirrors but they get bumped and are hard to readjust - the cheap ebay/amazon mirrors work great

Headlight replacement - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H6NZ5QW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Signal replacement LED bulbs - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XK4PL33/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Super bright replacements for stock bulbs - used the original housings, they plug right in

Running light LED replacements - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JRE38EA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For inside the headlight housing

Tail Tidy - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BH5YGOM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Flasher Relay for LEDs - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RM26LXO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Levers - https://www.ebay.com/itm/CNC-Brake-Clutch-Yamaha-MT-07-FZ-07-2014-2018-Adjustable-Engrave-Long-Lever/123350737715?_trkparms=aid%3D555018%26algo%3DPL.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20131003132420%26meid%3D17a37c1b2d204ffcba65903d19a97b4a%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D122997203335%26itm%3D123350737715&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

Passenger peg deletes - https://www.ebay.com/itm/for-YAMAHA-MT07-FZ07-Footrest-Cover-Passenger-Footpeg-Removal-Delete-Kit-2014/253869999740?hash=item3b1bd4c67c:g:3qEAAOSw0JVbm1FQ:rk:1:pf:0

I removed the passenger pegs, needed a bracket to hold the brake fluid reservoir - also cleaned up the pegs

Havent done the brakes yet - going to replace the lines etc with steel braid.

Also want to do a sprocket / chain swap for acceleration

I used a quadlock phone mount for a little bit - but took it off because I was playing with my phone too much.

It’s not hard, just take your time with it and make it looks pretty. I used 1” wrap, I like the look of a tighter wrap though. And it claims to “increase performance” because your keeping more heat away from the engine, not sure if I buy that or not, I did it for cosmetic purposes tbh lol. I think it looks awesome, here’s a link for the stuff I used :)

Wrap-
Design Engineering 010107 Exhaust Heat Wrap, 1" x 50' Roll - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E267JM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KoGjDb06KEJQT

High temp Silicone paint-
Design Engineering 010301 High-Temperature Silicone Coating Spray - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MY3ML8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LvGjDb07SXQKQ

The reviews on this are all over the map, but I love it. Once you spray it on it sticks to the rim and eats away at the chain lube, mud, and other road grossness that accumulates on your wheels. Get a nice solid brush to help reach into the crevices and enjoy your showroom wheels.

I bought one of these to clean my chain. Super cheap and works like a charm for almost any bike.

I've had bad luck with torque wrenches in the past, so I decided to go a different route. I gave some "Torque Adapters" a try from ACDelco, and I was really pleasantly surprised! They come in 1/2 inch and 3/8th inch flavors. They are quite easy to use as well!

Nelson Rigg Sport Touring Tailbag and Nelson Rigg SPRT-40 Saddlebags. Haven't used them much yet but I'm happy with the fitment and ease of install/ removal.

I think the best thing you can do when keeping it outside is to buy a decent cover, maybe one that you can put a master lock on. I keep mine outside but its right outside my door as I live in a back house. Buy a good disk lock and maybe even a grip lock.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008N82D2E/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1467219470&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=motorcycle+disc+lock&dpPl=1&dpID=41N%2B4ZCzhvL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A759GW0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1467219664&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=%231+Motorcycle+Lock+-+A+Grip+%2F+Throttle+%2F+Brake+%2F+Handlebar+Lock+to+Secure+a+Bike%2C+Scooter%2C+Moped+or+ATV+in+Under+5+Seconds%21+From+BigPantha+-+Lifetime+Guarantee%21

I bought the sport Dowco cover off Amazon and the fit is very good. The material feels very rugged and it's waterproof. It also comes with a little bag so you can roll up the cover and transport it. A bit pricey but I recommend since my bike is stored outdoors.

Link to product.

It’s the Ransoto fender eliminator. Only $35 and just as good quality as the $80+ ones. Would recommend.

Good ole Amazon. This roll was large enough for the entire job with just a little leftover.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HWW6LW/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486855734&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

As long as they’re the 7/8s bars yes. They bolt right on but be prepared to cut them down a little.
Pro Taper Seven Eighths Handlebars - Standard 7/8 (Carmichael) (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TYEE0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_p0llDbRNTZ77P

great. only thing is none of em is shipped to my country. i found 01-0093 that does. I doubt there is any difference that would stop me from installing it amazon link

https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Marker-Medium-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1501527144&sr=8-2&keywords=sharpie+oil+based+paint+markers

I used white and red!

From my quick google search, mirror thread size is M10 x 1.25. Ram makes a mount for that thread size https://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mount-1-25-Pitch-Thread/dp/B0031275B6

I use one of these https://www.amazon.com/RAM-Zinc-Coated-U-Bolt-Mounting/dp/B0012TWRAO/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1549419545&sr=8-5&keywords=handlebar+ram+mount

Nope, Amazon stuff. https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004PQOTHK/ref=pe_386430_204536390_TE_item

Try these out if you want to avoid soldering. Posilock Connectors

I used this, with like 3 or 4 super light coats. I didn't want it to make them useless, I hate blacked out lights. I just wanted a little less orange.

https://www.amazon.com/VHT-SP999-Nite-Shades-Cover-Translucent/dp/B000CPCRS6