Yamaha YZF-R7 - 1999 Specifications and Reviews
The 1999 Yamaha YZF-R7 is a middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking accessible performance without overwhelming complexity. Its 749cc inline-four engine delivers 140 horsepower with a manageable power delivery, making it ideal for both experienced riders and those stepping up from smaller bikes. Known for its agile handling and approachable nature, the R7 bridges the gap between entry-level and full-blown superbikes.
1999
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 1999 |
| Model | Yamaha YZF-R7 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Power | 140.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,390 mm (54.7 inches) |
| Dry weight | 162.0 kg (357.1 pounds) |
Yamaha YZF-R7 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.8642 HP/kg |
| Top speed | 270.0 km/h (167.8 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
73 hp
Peak Power
3.7s
0-60 mph
167.8 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track82%
City55%
Cornering90%
Daily Riding55%
Touring38%
Passenger30%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Approachable supersport suited to intermediate riders and ambitious beginners; friendly torque and light weight make it a great step up without intimidating power. |
| Purpose | Sporty backroad carving and track-day duty. A budget-friendly middleweight sportbike built for cornering thrills over outright top-speed bragging rights. |
| Rider Fit | Aggressive clip-on riding position with 32.7in seat and forward lean. Slim, light 417lb chassis feels flickable, but committed ergonomics tire on long rides. |
| Character | Punchy, torquey CP2 twin in a razor-sharp fully-faired chassis. Playful, characterful and rewarding rather than brutal - accessible fun with real sportbike focus. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for tourers, two-up cruising, or riders wanting relaxed upright comfort. Off-road use and long highway hauls are outside its wheelhouse. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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