{"id":5605,"date":"2024-07-17T08:58:43","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T08:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clcsite.com\/wpstore1\/suzuki-gsx-8r-vs-triumph-daytona-660-vs-yamaha-yzf-r7-photo-gallery\/"},"modified":"2024-07-17T08:58:43","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T08:58:43","slug":"suzuki-gsx-8r-vs-triumph-daytona-660-vs-yamaha-yzf-r7-photo-gallery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clcsite.com\/wpstore1\/suzuki-gsx-8r-vs-triumph-daytona-660-vs-yamaha-yzf-r7-photo-gallery\/","title":{"rendered":"Suzuki GSX-8R vs. Triumph Daytona 660 vs. Yamaha YZF-R7 Photo Gallery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<br \/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The formula of what a middleweight sportbike is has been rewritten. These bikes exemplify the new era.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/NMLOZKERJRBPVB5EJAOLYXRRDE.jpg?auth=dc6a5808e9c8c01b6ed8c303b4ab9ce56103267f304b880edf5f893076953146\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The formula of what a middleweight sportbike is has been rewritten. These bikes exemplify the new era. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Our class of 2024 Middleweight Sportbike Comparison includes the Suzuki GSX-8R, Triumph Daytona 660, and Yamaha YZF-R7.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/RXHPSSJLNVFUHNJXRSGZQN2HVI.jpg?auth=9210aa8baed7e78f26669fea2140596e6eab1756c29534141723a1ccdfd080c4\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Our class of 2024 Middleweight Sportbike Comparison includes the Suzuki GSX-8R, Triumph Daytona 660, and Yamaha YZF-R7. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Suzuki GSX-8R shares its engine with the V-Strom 800DE and GSX-8S.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/YACAFJSBV5CXVGDODFFSWQZQGU.jpg?auth=51d484baf3e00e82beeafb84fab3961466a77aef13905c910de1823ea5ac13ad\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Suzuki GSX-8R shares its engine with the V-Strom 800DE and GSX-8S. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Triumph is powered by the lone triple in our trio.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/YSNK62ZCJNFD5N4Z25JAMO47BQ.jpg?auth=47c8fbe532c2484652c79ef27fe0704da3d28f60c71a3706de7f239b66b5f2af\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Triumph is powered by the lone triple in our trio. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Yamaha\u2019s CP2 engine makes the least horsepower but stays in the hunt with solid torque delivery.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/KSJS3F4WU5C4DG44YXCJ55MO3E.jpg?auth=444994a34b63aefe9b24b724df79626980dcf07bb252691c956dadb28e6a9e55\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Yamaha\u2019s CP2 engine makes the least horsepower but stays in the hunt with solid torque delivery. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Flat torque curves and linear power output is what these machines are all about.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"940\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/CSGXWHRAWVFPJAET2XECM5BDGQ.jpg?auth=f4dffecbff5c19a40df7b6e6d841f9ff4361ecd7ba2d89cff41bb3d04b1c276f\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Flat torque curves and linear power output is what these machines are all about. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Sportbikes get that title for a reason, so they must prove their chops out on twisty roads.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/XFA5JLB6GVDFZJPBQNQ276SN6M.jpg?auth=7bf6d114a418ff9eff7deea19691b8bee85fec89054a2662bb2e344cbd8488fe\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Sportbikes get that title for a reason, so they must prove their chops out on twisty roads. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Yamaha\u2019s engine delivers more than enough performance for fun.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/QSYJZISSW5HDVGF4KVDHQXSY54.jpg?auth=bd25ce86d96a9038a4f7e11eb17c102bfa96cb89814c27658a257de737c0ba7a\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Yamaha\u2019s engine delivers more than enough performance for fun. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Top-end power isn\u2019t an issue on the Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/NHCPYCBPEBCZTIF3HFETIYPEF4.jpg?auth=c7649459aacdff5985f96042577046f345608f8fe6c93bcf01ba2f0944069717\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Top-end power isn\u2019t an issue on the Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Suzuki\u2019s GSX-8R makes good power across the rev range.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/IWLGSZQPSRETPOE3T3LMUZOZVI.jpg?auth=4458e7a7460e235aadfc2debf23d567936d4234827bae1b846ba283e45820743\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Suzuki\u2019s GSX-8R makes good power across the rev range. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Yamaha R7\u2019s dash feels dated, while the bike lacks electronic rider aids.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/QY5HE6URMVHKHMTHTWAOVIXOOM.jpg?auth=2ff7b0328339eeb2db135ffcaa4eed5583a879962145dcd5e000909ab6e78ddf\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Yamaha R7\u2019s dash feels dated, while the bike lacks electronic rider aids. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Suzuki\u2019s 5-inch TFT is by far the best of our group, with easy legibility, navigation of menus, and good layout.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/2PFGHEUONVDH3IARCVLSBAOM5Y.jpg?auth=445f7e7b81dba03dbe928d9e8645e159c7dfcb1fccd33e38840fc62f9e6c662f\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Suzuki\u2019s 5-inch TFT is by far the best of our group, with easy legibility, navigation of menus, and good layout. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Daytona 660\u2019s dash sits between the others in terms of functionality and legibility.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/3U3ZPCAMMVHYPHFL4D6GGPGPCE.jpg?auth=6dce77c1c09da8cd5ab0bcc470a0520d9e7004d6eb31a97da5b0f1db6174f03c\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Daytona 660\u2019s dash sits between the others in terms of functionality and legibility. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"These three machines all utilize more budget-friendly components than race-oriented Supersports. For the consumer that means more affordable motorcycles.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/H22NRKSGLRC4PDQUUA7CQBMO4Q.jpg?auth=56141506005613ca95aa7f5623b85d524acb1f28ab3a11bd247a0bbc29911d14\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>These three machines all utilize more budget-friendly components than race-oriented Supersports. For the consumer that means more affordable motorcycles. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Yamaha\u2019s R7 is light and agile and feels more like a hardcore sportbike than the other bikes here.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/W5G7V3VBH5ECBJWVRMPDGGCWYU.jpg?auth=1bcc6d34b8acba2d2a3dc3856049fa082edd7919f84dee1a860d42051b1fa77b\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Yamaha\u2019s R7 is light and agile and feels more like a hardcore sportbike than the other bikes here. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Triumph just missed the mark with its suspension settings, which all of us thought were overly soft and lacked damping.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/6BRRTLUQZJDI3P63SV4RDC5LLE.jpg?auth=f3281aed0f00faec41a2948f08ef564dbc66e17b709b3ff7cc16507e7f4dafd6\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Triumph just missed the mark with its suspension settings, which all of us thought were overly soft and lacked damping. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Suzuki\u2019s GSX-8R is so well rounded, offering good handling, great stability, and really good suspension settings.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/SWI266SX5VEGBEFPL2ZUM6LKOQ.jpg?auth=cb2fc98cc4e56ae6e4e88adb4ddba125f749c135963fb6f7f7d8f0f6a53c2042\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Suzuki\u2019s GSX-8R is so well rounded, offering good handling, great stability, and really good suspension settings. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The braking packages on these three bikes all do their job well but in the interests of affordability aren\u2019t the high-end systems found on track-focused supersports.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/HWX6Q26RAJAGHGVIGUGT6ZBDEE.jpg?auth=4946e7cb4bbcc3afda2e7b6a0a800f83920993f280a5b8f85e28171356f53441\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The braking packages on these three bikes all do their job well but in the interests of affordability aren\u2019t the high-end systems found on track-focused supersports. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"There is no question that the Yamaha has the most committed sportbike riding position.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/JPFKUELFOJHD3C2W3OB5CO4FFU.jpg?auth=ebc8f8a885ad9792a124b0406e1b14c36aedd5f7cbda7595b0f3061a96f28ada\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>There is no question that the Yamaha has the most committed sportbike riding position. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Daytona 660\u2019s riding position is right in between the other two bikes with mid-height bars, rearset footpegs, and a comfortable seat.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/TNNGFHIQPBHAZL7I7ZA4F6DCOI.jpg?auth=c54710b04f2348e7d55a8145db8d3cba04b31271eb2c1e0ab0bd6ec0f0b4cc86\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Daytona 660\u2019s riding position is right in between the other two bikes with mid-height bars, rearset footpegs, and a comfortable seat. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Suzuki offers the most comfortable seating position of the three bikes, with upright bars, relaxed footpeg placement, and a comfortable seat.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/ADVU7EHNFBBNLPML6EFP6LOJ6Q.jpg?auth=a449dc6c789da8974dcf3582804bb726b3549ff35a727be4f79baaf0a30e7d3a\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The Suzuki offers the most comfortable seating position of the three bikes, with upright bars, relaxed footpeg placement, and a comfortable seat. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"All three of these modern middleweight sportbikes have prices that are just past the $9,000 mark.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/TOZCXHCQFVAWDJ5OZNABAINH7U.jpg?auth=3e93b13f5310e1e658f08ebe0cd012bbd69c2b86e36e182873562000d6f6595c\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>All three of these modern middleweight sportbikes have prices that are just past the $9,000 mark. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"They may have many things in common but ultimately these three bikes lean toward three different riders. But there is one that is versatile enough to appeal to the largest range of riders.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/QZWR6NJ3SJCRJO53NDINXUQTTU.jpg?auth=02bd9ad0402813ef307c7186eb390ec80e7f2eba6afe79fcc9ad055ae518d6ba\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>They may have many things in common but ultimately these three bikes lean toward three different riders. But there is one that is versatile enough to appeal to the largest range of riders. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Suzuki\u2019s 2024 GSX-8R is clearly the machine with the best balance between power, poise, refinement, comfort, and technology.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/U3ML6KR6DBEDFHW4RN33ZYY5CU.jpg?auth=966dff29114652a7d7b52d8d1d8a3ff466bef8af676a59987e7349fdb606fd28\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>Suzuki\u2019s 2024 GSX-8R is clearly the machine with the best balance between power, poise, refinement, comfort, and technology. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R front fairing.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/4SD5WNJNNZCQPOYPKSXACC4N74.jpg?auth=a8129e33655ef02d03e46e1a8b9cfbcce08125aadf37d192c484020045c147c3\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R front fairing. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/TG4LTSOMEJAVVKDMEAFASGXH7Q.jpg?auth=bb3ae66a63a741526ec6eaa1390360d597d29b78e2c7c408ea799bcdcb9cf970\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/66UCQVEAXBFTXFUJLYPK2I3FHU.jpg?auth=27cfbf0ec5a4e1333c1b86dfd15ac52a32ebb1de19e3743b9e5209be8deb40a1\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/OB47DXRMOFFXNIRMEOFNLDTOWU.jpg?auth=d74a1a07cb579318bbe50b379c83dd50b2136a57035aba4d18c0ee0e8c6e242b\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R action.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/DKH6W3R55RDQDJ4WPC3ZJSFLTY.jpg?auth=a904a963d150a6d80a708da2a3acd3ef93553d7485a9eb78be1383f2d6e09ee1\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R action. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/FZFRANOZWRAMZIGWZOJKGS72NU.jpg?auth=5d675fa45c26ef578ce3e5d81884d6184b38159aa3cc67b57e7a5c322970aae8\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R\u2019s Nissin brakes.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/75F5MXQJO5HPLO5QAU5G5IYBJ4.jpg?auth=ce70b69bd249475eb46a322cd22f8b5c68b9a46dbd0b578023518668fb36ef43\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R\u2019s Nissin brakes. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Suzuki GSX-8R\u2019s simple mode button.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/HW5RKSCTMZGFVD6QFRWACTJNX4.jpg?auth=c4e8f77e7c475a6e710ebc9f6dfab0ab256309dea7d06480d73e003b9b632ced\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Suzuki GSX-8R\u2019s simple mode button. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/O5F6TLTVAVDLFJTUHYV76Q6DYM.jpg?auth=13409f4a6df0255d247f5aede099a0f57889af72341537b8e991e852381cbf20\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660\u2019s front fairing.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/SVB26TMHIRCKNALR6ROIJUAZXQ.jpg?auth=3e28e6f6884909f867cc29d5e7e1de62d7e92acbc759d046e71534958f29d725\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660\u2019s front fairing. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/BVQURGQH5ZBP7CTJCQZO6OVEXA.jpg?auth=ba85e60662b42778a906fdc5aa1433dbed18644062aee0f7a9b86d62ee91327b\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/X4AIYFXQ5VDE3HOAC6POIR6WHE.jpg?auth=33116b87ce4b0168a928c1572ccaae01cd59a905f71b9eb07c43d473695e6f9c\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/ZXNM7GMR7VCR7CPCDAZ6IDR6VQ.jpg?auth=3e482b423b62bd4c82b6d39b71d8a3e189ba981aa22d3d1fac65203704c0fb96\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/THQWHWANZBHQVGEAGPRET7CHAA.jpg?auth=e4cbf9b5f3ca76b9d8235ee36751e0d12a69d4027e1d0e1f1311750e48a24f48\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Triumph Daytona 660\u2019s brakes.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/R4HM6BCV7ZG4PN3KAOLYUQ7NVQ.jpg?auth=5b73cb4b55a8100f2e90ebe51613224853e697ac4de8bb18c3827b43ec85e414\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Triumph Daytona 660\u2019s brakes. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7\u2019s fairing.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/O5CRTNULRBDOZCA7GGPOPSQ6BQ.jpg?auth=d39dd0d4306269d2811e9999e9fdc5509adec3a61d6e496b2f9283ee7176b7b9\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7\u2019s fairing. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/B3FGS2YKHBDQJA4LZ4YLJQMF3M.jpg?auth=aec7300da5c87defe829197d1c2cdf2f220ca92c5d05a9732fca1119d39e5c23\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/QAPIU5N6INB5FCHEC2BH3TRGNA.jpg?auth=fb08ac4db94a8115d402ad35417ff8f68344fff016913398ff9fe4ba79ffe343\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The 2024 Yamaha YZF-R7 has a fully adjustable KYB fork.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/BMVFVMGNZRGXFIWNK3KSERLTI4.jpg?auth=530f78788efad5746a35157aa738486acb3fbf29d1cd18dc7cb8cbb4bbd88ec0\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The 2024 Yamaha YZF-R7 has a fully adjustable KYB fork. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/GUH7FMHLBRGCTAR34X3XXRI27Y.jpg?auth=150f9dcbc2ead8fa420de7541f37a12fc54ce78617b938aa346028c84190a342\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/VK56FFO6QBE2RNTNP5LWBUKOHA.jpg?auth=0b2daa3547f3538edc28a470da850e2415b3ef65e78e74c463e0bb55d6d19d63\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The 2024 Yamaha YZF-R7 comes with a Brembo front-brake master cylinder.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/7AY4LZIB4FGBLMWTAUEMQG5AQA.jpg?auth=9fa78e4dcca824c017efe1ed504f1baa7374a9f8886be596c3847532857f8ebd\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>The 2024 Yamaha YZF-R7 comes with a Brembo front-brake master cylinder. (Jeff Allen\/)<\/caption>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"2024 Yamaha YZF-R7\u2019s radial-mount, four-piston brake calipers and 298mm discs.\" data-has-syndication-rights=\"1\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motorcyclistonline.com\/resizer\/v2\/AX4HNGDZBVEF5HNYX6OYG5R33Y.jpg?auth=ad06135b11f0e9c5f8ca84df86c2249809d6d184560795979c75649d0af61812\" width=\"1440\" \/><\/p>\n<caption>2024 Yamaha YZF-R7\u2019s radial-mount, four-piston brake calipers and 298mm discs. 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