Specs and Availability Released for Much-Anticipated Tenere 700!  Yamaha announces production plans & specs for all-new 700cc ADV Bike.

Yamaha Motor Europe today introduced the all-new Yamaha Tenere 700 Adventure Touring motorcycle during an exclusive press conference in Milan, Italy, and Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. announced that this all-new motorcycle would also be produced for the U.S. market. Production for the European model will take place in France, while production for the U.S. model will take place at Yamaha’s factory in Japan.

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The new Tenere 700 is equipped with the CP2 689cc parallel-twin engine. The key characteristic of this compact CP2 engine is its strong and linear torque output that gives instant throttle response together with great acceleration. Producing maximum torque at 6,500 rpm, this engine provides the ideal balance of performance and controllability, and its excellent fuel economy contributes to the Tenere 700’s ability to cover long distances between fuel stops.

To cater to the unique requirements of Adventure Touring riders, the ﬁnal transmission ratio is optimized for both road and off-road operating conditions. Together with a range of model-speciﬁc fuel injection settings, these features contribute to the bike’s versatility and remarkable performance in different riding environments.

Tenere 700 model overview

• Rally-bred T7-inspired Adventure Touring design with pure Ténéré DNA

• Compact and nimble

• Great off-road performance

• Go-anywhere long-distance potential with an approximate average 217-mile fuel range

• Powerful, smooth and economic high-torque engine

• Switchable ABS option for off-road riding

• Effective windscreen and hand guards for excellent weather protection

• Modern long-travel suspension

Frame

During the development of the Tenere 700, one of the key goals was to achieve a slim, agile and light feeling chassis that would be equally suited to both road and oﬀ-road riding. To satisfy these requirements, Yamaha’s designers have developed an all-new lightweight double cradle tubular steel frame that combines low weight with immense strength, making it ideally suited to a variety of riding conditions. Featuring a compact 1,590mm wheelbase and a slim body, this rugged chassis delivers responsive handling characteristics, and with 240mm of ground clearance, the Ténéré 700 is designed to help its rider conquer the roughest terrain.

Body and Seat

The Ténéré 700 is equipped with a ﬂat seat and slim body that allows maximum rider agility. The compact bodywork and narrow fuel tank also enable the rider to grip the tank with their knees whether sitting or standing, giving added conﬁdence and control in every situation, whether riding on dirt or asphalt.

Rally-bred Face With Four LED Headlights

The new Tenere 700 comes equipped with a distinctive looking headlight assembly that is a direct spin-oﬀ from Yamaha’s latest factory rally bikes and the T7 concept machine. A total of four LED headlights project powerful beams of light that can illuminate the darkest wilderness. Stacked in a two-plus-two layout and protected by a clear nacelle, along with two LED position lights at the base, this strong face gives a purposeful look that matches this new Adventure Touring bike’s imposing character.

Adjustable Long-travel suspension

The flex-resistant 43mm upside down coil-spring forks stay composed over the most extreme terrain to provide precise steering and smooth suspension action, while 210mm of suspension travel enables the rider to attack the most challenging oﬀ-road terrain with confidence.

Featuring full damping adjustment, these rally-speciﬁcation front forks ensure high levels of comfort with lightweight handling performance when on the road.

Remotely Adjustable Rear Shock Absorber

The Tenere 700 features a rally-bred link-type rear suspension system that provides smooth and progressive action for maximum riding comfort and enhanced levels of control. Featuring a lightweight aluminum swingarm for low un-sprung weight, this high speciﬁcation rear end oﬀers 200mm of travel which, like the front suspension system, is designed to handle the most severe oﬀ-road riding conditions while producing a comfortable ride on the road. Another signiﬁcant feature is the remote preload adjuster that provides quick and easy adjustment to suit riding conditions.

Fairing and Windscreen

The rally-styled faring and windscreen on the new Ténéré 700 exhibit pure Dakar character. The compact screen and nose fairing give you protection from the wind while maintaining the slim and nimble character of the bike, and the competition type tapered handlebars give a relaxed riding position whether you’re seated or standing.

Wheels

With their ability to eﬃciently absorb the continuous impacts experienced when riding in rough terrain, these lightweight wheels work with the long travel suspension to give the rider optimum handling performance and control. Because the Ténéré 700 features a competition type 21-inch front wheel/18-inch rear wheel combination, riders have the option to ﬁt a wide range of tires to suit their requirements – ranging from a pure enduro pattern for predominantly oﬀ-road use, to dual sport pattern tires for on/oﬀ-road versatility.

Slim, Long-Range Fuel Tank

Throughout the development of this new generation Adventure Touring bike, Yamaha’s principal goal was to ensure that the Ténéré 700 would deliver class-leading oﬀ-road performance together with outstanding on-road capabilities and provide genuine long-range potential.

The slim design of the fuel tank belies its 4.2-gallon capacity, and its narrow rear section oﬀers plenty of rider mobility and excellent knee grip. Whether sitting down or standing up, the compact dimensions of this long-range fuel tank enable the rider to shift their weight around eﬀortlessly. Thanks to the excellent economy of the twin-cylinder engine, 4.2-gallons of fuel provides an approximate average 217-mile fuel range which gives the new Ténéré 700 a high level of all-terrain versatility.

Multi-Function Instruments

Located centrally behind the screen for great visibility, this instrument panel displays a wide range of information that can be absorbed by the rider without having to take their eyes oﬀ the road or trail. The multi-function LCD display features two trip meters and comprehensive information including gear position, fuel level, estimated fuel range, average and instant fuel consumption and more.

The cockpit is designed to accommodate the ﬁtment of aftermarket navigation devices, enabling riders to add extra equipment to suit their requirements, including GPS, road book readers and smartphones.

Switchable ABS

The braking system consists of dual 282mm wave-style front discs and a 245mm wave-style rear disc that provide high levels of stopping power with plenty of feel at all speeds on the road or in the dirt.

When riding oﬀ-road, the rider has the option to temporarily disable the ABS by activating a switch while stationary. With the ABS turned oﬀ, the rider can take full manual control and choose to lock the rear wheel deliberately in certain off-road situations.

Protection From The Elements

On long journeys, the screen and front cowl provide protection from the wind and weather, and thanks to the bike’s slim and compact body design, the rider can tuck in tightly to the chassis and keep out of the main airﬂow. As well as deﬂecting wind and rain, the tough plastic handguards offer added protection from branches and foliage when riding in the wilderness, and help to protect the levers and throttle from accidental damage.

Key Technical Features

• High-torque 689cc four-stroke CP2 parallel twin-cylinder engine

• New lightweight double cradle tubular steel frame

• Slim, compact and ergonomic body and seat

• Aggressive rally-bred face with four LED headlights and two LED position lights

• Adjustable 43mm upside down coil-spring forks with long-travel (210mm)

• Remotely adjustable link-type rear suspension with 200mm of travel

• Compact rally-style cockpit with tapered handlebars

• 21-inch/18-inch lightweight spoked wheels with adventure tires

• Slim, long-range fuel tank with 4.2-gallon capacity for an approximate average 217-mile fuel range

• Compact rally-style multi-function instruments

• ABS can be disabled to suit off-road riding preferences

• Screen and handguards give good rider protection from the elements

Availability

Due to differing government regulatory standards and factory production line schedules, the all-new Ténéré 700 is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2020 while in Europe the new machine will arrive earlier; in the second half of 2019. The bike will be available in a Ceramic Ice color scheme. MSRP will be announced at a later date.

Yamaha Tenere 700 Specs

Engine Type: 689cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 8 valves Bore x Stroke: 80.0mm x 68.6mm Compression Ratio: 11.5:1 Fuel Delivery: Fuel Injection Power*: 72.4 HP (54 kW) @ 9000 rpm Torque*: 50.2 ft-lbs (68 Nm) @ 6500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed; wet multiplate clutch Final Drive: Chain Suspension/Front: 43mm inverted fork, fully-adjustable; 8.3-in travel Suspension/Rear: Single shock, adjustable preload (w/remote adjuster) and rebound damping; 7.9-in travel Brakes/Front: Dual 282mm hydraulic disc; selectable ABS Brakes/Rear: 245mm hydraulic disc; selectable ABS Tires/Front: 90/90R21 Pirelli® Scorpion® Rally STR Tires/Rear: 150/70R18 Pirelli® Scorpion® Rally STR L x W x H: TBD Seat Height: 34.6 in Wheelbase: 62.6 in Rake (Caster Angle): TBD Trail: TBD Maximum Ground Clearance: 9.5 in Fuel Capacity: 4.2 gal Fuel Economy: TBD Wet Weight*: 452 lbs (205 kg) Warranty: 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty) Color: Ceramic Ice Availability: Europe in second half of 2019; USA in second half of 2020.