What potential buyer should know about the FZ-07’s biggest weakness?

The Yamaha FZ-07 (MT-07) gets a lot of praise for its balance of performance, affordability and ease of use, but no motorcycle is perfect. People looking to buy a bike often want to know what the bike's shortcomings are to make a decision. Criticism of the FZ-07 ranges from the FZ-07's relative basic suspension, to the lack of wind protection for highway riding, to the stock tires, to the stock brakes. And there is the debate about whether its simplicity (no riding modes, no traction control, etc.) is a pro or a con. Many discussions surrounding the FZ-07’s weaknesses are quickly followed by conversations about aftermarket solutions, how these problems stack up against the competition in the same class, and whether or not they’re deal breakers or minor annoyances. This question helps prospective owners figure out what compromises they will be making and whether those will meet their riding priorities and budget.