The basic concept was to keep the same chassis as the 2006 M1 as much as possible, and the development efforts focused primarily on aerodynamics and improving the balance between the main frame and the rear arm. A new cowl and front fork were also introduced from round six at Mugello. A new Type 2 version of the cowl was also introduced at the Czech GP (round 12) that reduced airflow resistance by 7%. These changes resulted in a 3 to 10 km/h increase in cornering speed and brought the braking point close to the turn. And, with these improvements the M1’s lap times were brought even with those of the 2006 model despite the decrease in top speed due to the reduced engine displacement. 

EMS 
As for the Engine Management System (EMS), development focused on achieving an even higher level of refinement in the control functions. The main ECU was given the capacity for more complex calculations in the torque control, engine-brake control and traction control functions, and it also performs more precise fuel consumption calculations. On the 2006 M1, engine control was limited to the gear settings, but 2007 model’s ECU was programmed to recognize each different turn on a course so that it was now possible to program settings for each gear as well as for each turn. Also, making the unit lighter and more compact and giving it simpler wiring layout, the freedom of mounting position on the machine was significantly increased. At the same time, the lighter, more compact design contributes to improved weight balance and handling performance.

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