Honda CRF300L and Tenere 700 Review and Comparison - Which motorcycle is the best dual-sport for you

Honda CRF300L and Tenere 700 Review and Comparison - Which motorcycle is the best dual-sport for you?
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Yamaha Tenere 700:
The Yamaha Ténéré 700 is a midsize adventure/dual-sport motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha since 2019. It features a 689 cc (42.0 cu in) parallel-twin engine which powers the motorcycle through a six-speed gearbox and chain drive. Brakes are equipped with rider-switchable (on-off) ABS. The "baby Ténéré" is the latest in a series of dual-sport Yamaha motorcycles named after the Ténéré desert stage of the Dakar Rally in the Sahara. The successor to Yamaha's XT660Z Ténéré was first announced as the T7 concept at the 2016 EICMA with an anticipated production launch in 2018. A refined concept was publicized a year later.
Yamaha announced that delivery of bikes would begin in Europe in July 2019, and only the following year to the USA due to emissions and other regulatory delays. The liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC engine with crossplane crankshaft was already in use and well reviewed in Yamaha's MT-07 naked and Tracer 700 sport touring bikes.
Honda CRF300L:
Balance is the key when riding any motorcycle. And we’re not talking about just balancing on two wheels: We’re talking about the balance between size, weight, power and handling that makes some bikes great-like the new Honda CRF300L. Based on our previous CRF250L, for 2021, it gets a larger engine with more torque and a whole host of chassis and suspension refinements. What you end up with is one of the best-balanced bikes ever for on- and off-road use. Perfect for weekend trail rides, it’s also among the best choices ever for commuting or urban transportation. And if you’re looking for a version with a windscreen and Dakar-inspired bodywork for a little more weather protection, make sure you check out our new CRF300L Rally.
Hello my name is Andrew, My family and I love powersports. Just something about the feel of freedom and power you get from a bike or ATV. On this channel you will find content for the Honda 300L as well as our journey we take together in the world of power sports.
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[@coltonowens2742]

I've seen allot of dudes who've never ridden dirt bikes, trail bikes, or duel sports think their gonna buy a T7 and go do singletrack. If you wanna get hurt then go right ahead, but the T7 for any average rider is a TERRIBLE bike for off roading.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Colton I agree, It is a tough bull to handle. People see other riders like pole tarres throw it around like a trials bike and think its not that hard. Having one I can tell you that it takes some time, and is a hard bike on single track. I dont know if you watched it all but I really tried to drive that point home when I said its not a beginner bike.

[@coltonowens2742]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Yeah man, I'm more referring to dudes who've ridden street bikes for years, thinking the T7 is gonna be their first "Off Road" bike. There's another you-tuber (who I won't mention, not looking to throw shade) who bought a T7 and mentions it being his first off road bike, and doing singletrack on it, only to be in for a rude awakening. He later added a 300L to his fleet to. Right tool right job, unless your a damn animal and it doesn't matter which isn't most of us.

[@Propelled]

Couldn’t agree more. Same as people trying to ride challenging dirt on 1200s I remember the days when a 600 was considered a set of keys for an orthopedic doctor’s Mercedes. It’s just a pig. Long days in the dirt are so much more FUN on a dirty day.

[@Jungleland33]

I'm getting myself a T7 at some stage. It will be used 80-90% on road with some light TET adventures. I had a Maico 490 back in the 80s......but I'm not so stupid to think I'm as strong or as fit as I was then. Know you abilities folks.

[@lukeblossom8580]

It's also as I've noticed requires a lot of respect, in young and dum 20 year old and let's face it decision isn't the best for a guy my age😂, I know the 300 which I do own is perfect because even when I do get frisky with he throttle it's more forgiving

[@mikecooper2998]

Great video comparison Andrew! I currently own a Tenere 700, a DR650, a KLR650, and an FZ1. I keep throwing around the idea of replacing my KLR with the 300l. A couple more videos like this and I don't think I'll be able to fight the urge!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

You have quite a garage there, all good bikes. I mean the 300L doesnt give you that rush when you rip the throttle but it will feel like a feather compared to those others.

[@TheDfelan]

Why not a KLX300? Sounds like you would be using the T7 more on road/adventure, the new 300 would be used more off-road and has way better suspension out of the box. Unless you plan on throwing money at the Honda. I have a T7 too btw (and a Hypermotard)

[@samsonmanna9017]

Which one would you pick for a cross country trip that includes 4x4 trails in national parks, camping, and interstate travel?

[@robgiavanno6200]

Great video, I’m going with the 300l Rally. Cheaper to buy, cheaper on gas, cheaper on insurance (here in Canada) and enough bike for my day to day needs. Thanks Andrew!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Yeah I get that, I just have one for each purpose.

[@reck0n3r]

How much of a difference was there for insurance?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@reck0n3r idk I pay like 70$ a year for both.

[@reck0n3r]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad that's a good price. Wondering about the Canadian guy though. And, for you specifically, 70/year? Not per month? Cheers and thanks for the videos. If I ever get into it myself I'll be sure to give you a shoutout.

[@michiganmoto7687]

I am so on the fence between the two bikes and have been for almost a year now. I would eventually like to own both as I feel they are each in their own right a purpose built machine. However, they are characteristically close enough to cross over into the others realm relatively well. As I already own a strictly road oriented bike I am leaning towards the CRF300L first then go from there. Goals. Thank you for taking the time to compare and contrast these bikes. It was well articulated and vastly beneficial. Safe travels my friend! ✌️

[@dsergison]

that's like being on the fence between buying an f250 or a ranger. both go on the road.. both go on dirt. One is built for pulling 10,000 lb trailer the other for hauling a Christmas tree. If you never really ride hard singletrack , hop across logs, jump. hillclimb, rock garden, etc... then the 700. If you do like to do that stuff then the 300.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I would say get the 300L first and see how you like it. Its a completely different feel going offraod. I wouldn't want anyone to have their first big chuck of offroad riding on the T7.

[@hiltonmcconnell2563]

Unless you have done a lot of off road I would stay away from the T7 very tall and top heavy, I can flat foot a CRF300L but only tip toe the T7 not a good first time off road bike. I have many years of road and off road and would not get the T7 for off road. much better bikes out there, weight wise.

[@jeffloucks2120]

@@hiltonmcconnell2563 Agree with this. The T7 benefits an experienced dirt rider who is comfortable standing a lot off road. Can be ridden like a huge dirt bike at that point keeping some things in mind. It's a lot of momentum and weight to slow down though. Easy to start feeling a little comfortable and roll on the speed. Next thing you know you've tucked the front of your 450 lbs+ bike that lays super flat in some akward position.

[@samsonmanna9017]

​@dsergison this is what I needed to hear, bc I wasn't sure what people meant by technical riding

[@pauldonelan3739]

Really looking at the T7 to get rid of my old kx250f. It will be a steep learning curve I am sure, but the extra power and reliability that the kx doesn't have are a big plus for me. The size doesnt bother me too much, especially when a majority of the offroading i do is on basic flowy trails and basically dirt roads anyways. With a number of riding parks withing an hour ride, it doesn't seem like a bad option.

[@leo83139]

I own both aswell and am selling the tenere now. Twice the price does not equal twice the bike, it just means a top heavy brick with a choppy throttle.

[@eflanagan1921]

ouch , my sympathies but you should be able to recoup most of price

[@stevenrees6015]

As you were asking, yes I was here to the end👍

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Steven you are the man! thank you so much.

[@miguelatambucho748]

I really really like the comp. I have the DR 650 and a small XR 125 thinking to upgrade it to a 300. Thank you

[@jimdoolan2277]

That was a great video thank you 😊 got me a honda 300L down here in new Zealand great little bike 🏍 have a suzuki v Strom 1050xt for the road work and it's a great bike as well Cheers

[@mikhailglobus6766]

It’s funny, I almost didn’t watch to the end because i got busy but then i was like, this guy made a good, informative video, and KZbin makes watching to the end matter. And then 1 minute later we get the thanks. No, thank YOU

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hey man thank you!

[@chrishall734]

The only difference benefit that I can see is power. The T7 doesn’t really have any other major differences that are a plus!?! I have a crf1100 (Africa twin) too and tried that off road once, but never again. Far too heavy. But then it does have loads of additional features, cruise control, heated grips, traction control, apple car play, etc etc. I use this bike for touring and weekend blasts. I then bought a crf250 for committing and the odd weekend green lane

[@CoachSteve4u]

Great content Andrew. These are exactly the two bikes I've been considering.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Awesome! which one are you leaning towards?

[@CoachSteve4u]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad The 300L because my background is motocross and off road. Plus, I'm new to street riding.

[@bradenw5099]

i saw your tenere for sale on facebook, if i had the money I would buy it but unfortunetly I cant bring myself to purchase it, I will most likely go for the crf300l.

[@trd4d]

Made it to the end. Traded my 22 KLR because I made the mistake of owning multi-cylinder bikes before this one. Also thought I would go off-road. Life changed real quick, and freeway driving took over.

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

In Costa Rica, the price of the 300L is close to 9000$, that's too much for a dual sport, but the Tenere is at around 21.000$, albeit with tax included.

[@originalkontrol]

Subscribed recently, and really enjoy your channel. I had a 250L as my re-intro to Moto’s after a serious accident. Loved that bike, and have thought about picking the 300 up to along with my FJ-09…. Along with a set of sumo wheels/tires! Thanks for the great content.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, thank you for watching and taking the time to leave an awesome comment.

[@shawnolson4522]

Man, awesome video!!! I still can't really decide 100%..... I wish I could have them both. This is the way!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha well thanks, yes they are both fun in their own way. It really comes down to what you need or what to do.

[@michaelanderson3771]

Great review Andrew.

[@r.five.3]

Would love if you could revisit this but with the CRF450RL vs the T7

[@kurthedgecock6313]

Enjoyed the video! Watched it to the end

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@jeremiahmarshall6123]

You make some of the best comparison videos! Thanks for knowledge bud.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you so much, this was an awesome comment.

[@mikedenton6485]

Great content, I've been hoping that honda comes out with a african twin 750 or 850. I'm not holding my breath anymore, the T7 is calling my name. For my 55th birthday my plan is to do the TAT, 30 to 40 days solo. I believe that the T7 will be all I need.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

That would be amazing, are you motorcycling or staying in hotels?

[@jemirandav]

Great video! informative, clear and from my point of view, very accurate.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, thanks for the comment. Also thanks for being a subscriber.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Just thank you all around lmao

[@jemirandav]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad My brother has a Tenere 700, I have a CRF Clone, a SSR-300, commercialized here in Bolivia in it's original brand, Bosuer. I'm 5.7" and unable to touch the floor with my two feet in the Tenere.

[@TheJmlutes26]

Great video/comparison. You have a new subscriber. Watched to end. I’m a fan of both bikes.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, and thanks for watching to the end!

[@ryan8779]

Lol, what are the odds this comparison of bikes I'm checking out (except 450 instead of the 300) happens to take place at the exact same places I ride? Subbed, hope to find some cool new spots!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha awesome and thank you, which 450 are you looking at?

[@ryan8779]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad The CRF450RL, same price as the T7. Love the 290 pounds vs 450. Probably just get both like you.😅

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@ryan8779 I probably shouldn't be advising you on this but please do not get a Honda 450. Everyone I know how had one hates it. No one ever keeps the for a year, the stock mapping is undrivable. Check out eveRide video brutal honest 450 review. He had bad experiences as well. And so did all of his friends.

[@ryan8779]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Appreciate the advice and I know exactly what you're talking about. Stalling at idle speeds is unacceptable for a bike at that price, but my alternatives are the ancient DRZ400 or CRF300 which is too small for me, even with a tall seat. We're planning to do the TAT and can't pick what to take. I had a KLR650 but hated it, too top heavy, and that's what steers me away from the T7. Really interested in the KTM 890 but hate to stray from Japanese reliability.

[@gregjaussaud7198]

There is a recipe id like to call out for motorcycles and new riders. You dont need as much power of road.... A heavy bike offraod is not much fun either. That being said if you have the money and want to tour off roadish the Tenre is a great motorcycle. Being a 45 year veteran rider and still able bodied, I feal soo free on my 250 rally because i can literally go any where. 700ccs shines more on the street for sure. I can own any motorcycle off the self fortunately because i have a decent job and decent credit now that im older but, i cant have them all at once... I do have 12 motorcycles currently and the Honda rally still stands tall in its own right for sure. No regerts. Now an MT07 on the street is probably just what the doctor ordered for my next one.

[@monkeymousechicken]

Great video and very informative. Neither one is the fantasy Unicorn adventure bike, but together they are the perfect adventure bike combination. if I had to sell one of mine it would be the T7 as my CRF 300.rally Can still do everything but just slower plus with the Yoshi exhaust on, It makes me feel like a teenage hooligan again lol

[@svpearlsailacapegeorgesail4758]

Thanks for the comparison, unfortunately both bikes aren't available for a few months (at least in Northern California)

[@drkatt191]

Really love your video! Just bought a T7 ☺️

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Awesome! Such a great bike, ATM these are my two favorite bikes to own. What do you plan to do with it? Motocamp, Offroad, Commute, I am curious?

[@drkatt191]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Thanks for your reply! I think it will be 50/50 road/offroad. Traded in my KTM 790 adventure and I really hope this bike has better quality haha.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@drkatt191 ohh yeah then I think you will be really happy with the Tenere. I swapped out the tires to Brigstone Battlax and the bike is great.

[@drkatt191]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Thanks! Really excited haha. Picking it up next week 😍

[@888jimmy]

Nice Andrew. 😎 The comparison and info I have been looking for. I am a 2018 CRF250L owner looking to swap out for either CRF300L Rally or T700. The price for the T7 in Oz is the issue for me when having a bike is about having fun CRF300L (shit happens). However I do love the long haul ability of the T7. 🤔

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hey Jimmy, where you are you may need a bike with a lot of range from gas stations I bet? I will say depending and what you are looking for I would maybe got for the rally over the 300L. The Tenere is a big jump from a 250L, but thats just my opinion.

[@888jimmy]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad yeah range can be an issue at times. Just have tie on the old jerry can 😎

[@got_to_roll]

Really great comparison review! I'm a big guy, 6'4" 250# who just put a deposit on the CRF300L Rally. No opportunity to ride one, I hope I'm not going to find it too small. Intend to hitch carry as a travel bike, Super Tenere is my daily moto. Not intending the Honda for freeway use. Whatcha think? Will I hate the little Honda when it someday arrives? Truly interesting content and production quality delivered well. *subscribed

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hey Todd thanks. So I feel like the rally is a very unique bike offering a ton of range, long service intervals, and being a light adventure bike. You will need to crack the preload to the max. If you are not happy with the performance I can say the bike is pushed down on the stock mapping. My exhaust, Air filter, and ECU mapping was Dino'ed at 29hp and 21Tor.

[@got_to_roll]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Thanks much!

[@damienpugh1777]

Thanks for the video Andrew

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hey no problem! thank you for watching.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Do you ride?

[@damienpugh1777]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad i dont own either these bikes but yes I do ride. I have 1999 Kawasaki 220 bayou, 2005 Kawasaki brute force 750 modded or upgraded and a Chinese pitbike SSR 170

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@damienpugh1777 nice! I also have a Bayou 220. Little fun shaft driven bike lol.

[@damienpugh1777]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad those things take a licken and keep on ticken

[@stevensmith1902]

Thank you excellent video. And yes I watched it to the end

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, and thank you for the support by watching it all + taking the time to comment.

[@natekerx85]

Would you mind giving some details on the Poconos ride? Always looking for new dirt routes that aren’t too far from the Hudson Valley. Thanks!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Sure np. So they are called HMDR (high mountain dirt riders) they do like 3 different events a year including a family event where you can camp there for like $5 more then the ticket price. They usually have a full enduro hard race and s hair scramble once a year. The family event is cool because they usually have like 3-4 different trails based on age and skill level. For example they had a track/trail my 11 year old could do. Last year in September I went and it was rough, they just got hit with the hurricane and the trails were super muddy and washed out. You would be riding then drop 2ft then there was roots at ground height just to get over them back down to 2ft of mud drop again. They also had some cool rock climbs up the fire cut. 90% was in deep woods. Cool events overall.

[@natekerx85]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad thanks for the info, I’ll definitely check it out! Assuming the conditions are alright it seems like a decent rider could do the family rides on a 300l ?

[@stephtraveler7378]

Offroad speeds avg about 30 mph and range from 5 to 45 mph....The CRF excels in this range. The T7 feels top heavy at slow speeds. On the highway, no comparison.. So if your buddies all ride GSA's and Vtwin adventure bikes, get the T7. But offroad, the T7 is like "the price is right"... Its overbid on weight....

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

A pretty fair assessment.

[@jasonsmith6508]

Great video and really helpful. Thank you 🙏

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, I am glad you enjoyed the video .

[@chriscopeland1318]

Weird the disparity between views and likes? Weird! Thanks! I need to think about what I do?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

What do you mean by that? lol it made me go back and look.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

In the analytics this video has a 98.6% like ratio and my channel average is 97.8%. This is an information video so people probably come to the channel once tank the information and consider the transaction complete. Maybe why likes are not to high vs views.

[@grumpygrumpgrump136]

I am liking the T7.

[@arturosolas1290]

.....it all comes down to economy and safety, simple as that..

[@jeremyhere2002]

watched to the end and added a sub.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thanks man!

[@blobbblob]

Thanks for the review! Do you have any comment about the suitabilty of the ABS on off road stuff with either of these bikes?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Well I dont know to be honest. ABS hasnt come into play a lot for me. I dont really slide or panic brake on the road and I always turn it off offroad.

[@WileECoyote-r4v]

Made it to the end... Really good Review! Exactly the type of thing I was curious about between the two. Now if I could just afford them both! 🤪 🖖

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha yeah, I am really lucky.

[@cirian75]

Surprise the 2023 390 Adventure comes with spoked rims

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Really? That is awesome.

[@dillonrobinson8468]

There both great bikes

[@spring9603]

I have the 2024 CRF300L and I find that the throttle is pretty jerky at low speeds (on/off and like being kicked by a mule from behind). Do you find the T7 having a more jerky throttle than the CRF300L?

[@ln5536]

4th vid ive watched and thoroughly enjoyed. Like and sub +1. Go get it bro

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

THank you L N, Thanks for the support. I should have a new one every Friday.

[@alisonpimentel3661]

Surely you really enjoy riding with your daughter. Just hope I have this opportunity with my sons

[@markcoleman2960]

Great video brother. If you could do it over. Would you get the 300L without the ABS or go fro ABS again? And which machine do you have you daughter on. And what's her height? My girl wants a 300L badly. That being said. I have an extensive offroad background including GNCC and hair scrambles. I feel as if we need to put her on a CRF230F for at least a couple of months before pulling the trigger on the 300L. Do you have a video on your daughter and her comparison to her bike and would you have been comfortable with her starting out on a 300L? Thnx

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hey man thanks for the comment. My daughter is riding a CRF150f I have the video with her height and how it compares to the 300L, I will link it. Also a really fun bike is the big wheel version or the CRF150r big wheel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3iwlqZuh6ejgac

[@markcoleman2960]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad sweet. Thnx brother .

[@LaneHadway127]

Most people shouldn't attempt single track on the Yamaha Tenere.

[@speedolover1793]

Yeah what's next Hayabusa vs honda cub

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Good Idea. Maybe I will do that next 🤷

[@keesverhagen9227]

In the Netherlands there is only a 20 percent price difference. So when you do the nessecery shock upgrade there is only 10 percent left. This is a nagging situation. And for us we have come to an end. The fuellprices are so fucking high.😬 It is a complete horror. With these prices most of us can hardly enjoy a long trip around several countries. And our governments are going to do all kinds of nasty things that will motorriding impossible. In the UK from 2030 you need to bring your bike bike as it was originally. Using the envirement as excuse. But it is only so poor people have no way out from electric cars. The CRF has a very good gasmilelage. That is something i also have to take in consideration. I also own a 1190r. It is heavy and bloody powerfull. But i love this machine. I can not bring myself to sell it and buy a t7 in place for it. Cause two of these bikes is a bit much. But the new t7 world edition with the big tank is very interesting. But i have read that is will stay as tipsy as the old t7 with the highup tank. And i do not like bikes anymore that are so topheavy. When your doing a 4 week trip alone and you go f.e. to the backcountry of Turkey or Iran. Then a t7 is a bit of a hazerdous bike cause it is so damn topheavy. And with the luggage this will become not any better. I see this as a serious design flaw from Yamaha. Maybe all in all the CRF300 with a suspension upgrade is the far better choice exploring backcountries when you are alone. But it should be a way cheaper bike to purchase in the Netherlands. 9000.00 euro. 1200.00 euro for the suspensionupgrade. A t7 is around 11000.00 euro's. There is something very wrong here. It purpose was a budgetbike for Asia. So 5500.00 euro is more then enough.

[@soloadvtravel]

Hi there, new subscriber, great work! I need your input as I have a choice to make. I currently own a 1250 GSA that I travel with, 60 road 40 off road. Too heavy, complicated to fix on the road in foreign countries. I’m looking for a light (er) sand.. Mud.. Rocks.. bike, gas range is important but also and mainly weight, and easily repairable…parts etc.. 300 Rally w some mods? Or World Raid? I’d much rather spend less but if no choice…. It will be for Mexico and South America travel 40 on road and 60 off… I’m 6’-4” tall..any suggestions please? Thanks!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Well I would have to think because of your height and you are mostly on road you are going to want a T7 platform over the rally. But also look into KTM690 adventure or a DR650 both will also be solid for what you are looking to do.

[@ka4172]

Tenere 700 offroad capability ? Watch Pol Tarres Video he race the Tenere on the Hard Enduro Erzberg race

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Yea of course any bike is capable offroad. Not many out there like Pol or have a trials background.

[@abenzuoo]

cool

[@saibabax]

Heart check.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Heart check?

[@saibabax]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad You said, if you watched till the end coment and ill give you a heart :)

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@saibabax I did, there ya go.

[@joecamel6835]

300 rally !

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I know, I have one pre-ordered.

[@MeBallerman]

OK, I understand your reason to compare these "completely different world" bikes - you owned them both. So far, so good. But meh. They really aren't comparable. The one costs the double than the other. Already there nobody will be in doubt which one to choose. But if you want to drive offroad - wouldn't a Lincoln Town Car be a better choise than a 700 Tenere? - They weigh about the same, but the Town Car has a bigger trunk, and you can enjoy the dryness inside, and listen to music on the stereo while climbing the narrow mountain paths. And it has got more wheels. This is good, because the weight class the 700 Tenere belongs in is problematic, should it happen that you fall with the bike. Not good. The Town Car, on the other hand, will not fall over. Should you fall off of the mountain completely - well, you will get badly hurt, or die, in/on both vehicles. What I'm trying to say is: For a good (or bad) off-road experience, it's more relevant to compare the 700 Tenere with a Lincoln Town Car than with a 300L. The 300L on the other hand - should be compared to Yama XT250, or KLX 300 or whatever. Not to a 700 Tenere. But yeah, you owned both bikes, so want to tell about them. Cheers.

[@monkeymousechicken]

I own the both and there is a crossover in lots of areas. Perhaps you should do a vid comparing the T7 with a Lincoln

[@arturosolas1290]

if you want showmanship, home comfort and prefer the crowd,.... choose Tenere, if you want real offroad the CRF300L will suit you just fine.

[@danielhusain7570]

This is the comparison review I didn't know I needed! Now reconsidering the 300L as my unicorn for travel and offroad in SE Asia. The investment : Fun ratio looks ideal. (liked and subbed)

[@lucaspeden3727]

fuel injection is a drawback for me personally offroad

[@superman242242]

Nice comparison ! Love the tenere . As a rally owner your estimate is pretty good I would say on average 400 km range but I have pushed it as far as 550 km when taking it extra easy !

[@armored-clown]

I was veeeerryy close to grabbing a 2024 T7 but after realizing I ride 80% off road went with a 2023 CRF300 Rally. Got it for $5,000 and throwing about $4,000 in upgrades on it and it’s freaking incredible

[@Thatbeardedguy86]

Man I’m torn right now. I moved to WA and got the 300L because of all the supposed tracks. But they’re all so damn far that riding on the road for 3-6 hours to get to them one way sucks. Almost thinking of getting the Tenere instead and just give up most off road except forest roads. At least I could get to them.

[@armored-clown]

@@Thatbeardedguy86I got rid of the Rally pretty quickly, I ride a KTM 500 EXC-F now. I’m not a fan of riding pavement so I literally just haul the bike to areas with trails then ride out from there. I also base camp ride so I’ll set up my camping stuff at a campground then ride the trails within the area that I’m camping in

[@Thatbeardedguy86]

⁠@@armored-clownsee even the KTM 500 was something I was considering instead. If I’m going to just use a bike for dirt, get a dirt bike.

[@jamesbatten8659]

I owned the T7 and it’s tall and top heavy , I’m in my fifties and have a bad knee and hip , getting old is shit. But it’s a heavy bike and for my skill set it was too much so now I’m riding a 300 l. I’m 210 pounds so I’ve fitted YSS rear shock and upgraded the fork spring , really improved the handling on and off road . Absolutely love the little Honda , far more fun than the bigger bikes ,best move Ive made . Love the channel . All the best from the UK 🇬🇧🏍

[@SmokinZen]

Good video I love my T7 but I know my limitations on it off-road which sometimes it feels like the bike is telling me to go there every time. I have had all the drops and picking up drama and of course the bruises from taking it beyond my limits. So this is why the 300L interests me as a second bike. Bottom line is I’m getting old and it’s getting harder to pickup that T7. A lighter bike would be so welcoming. That way I could have the best of both worlds.

[@vernonhurley1300]

I own a 300 rally. My suggestion is stay with the T7. The crf is a lawnmower. It doesn't like going faster than sixty and feels very top heavy. Maybe a regular crf is better but I thought the rally would fit my riding better because of on road use.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

It is funny you say that about picking it up, I went as far to add dealifts to my lifting regimen just for that reason haha. But to be honest the 300L is a bike that can teach you a lot.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Vernon I do not feel that with my 300L but I dont know about the rally. I may have one coming soon tho, so we will see.

[@reck0n3r]

How tall are you? I'm hoping to get into one of these bikes or similar soon. Might also wait it out until Yam releases a Tenere 300, since they recently dropped the WR250R from their dual sport lineup. It just makes sense they'd release a T3 at some point.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@reck0n3r I am 5'10" tall. And yeah I will be getting one of those Yamahas. I did a whole video on it, tho I don't think it will be soon.

[@thecornishbiker9323]

I think yamaha should come out with a 400 version with around 45hp and low weight They would sell out.

[@mauricelowery9711]

Very nice vid. I considered the T7 and went with the 300Rally and loving it!. If I have to take a cross country ride I take my GoldWing. But now I find myself riding the 300 Rally over my GW or my VRod Muscle, and always searching for another off-road trail.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thanks man, and yeah I can see that. These little bikes are fun.

[@garyburleson1010]

Excellent comparison. Excellent descriptions. Watched to the end. Planning to get a 300. I’ve been comparing to the CB500X but have decided against it. I’m wanting more off road. I have a Indian Challenger for my long distance road trips.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Well I think you already have your answer, you already have a good rode bike so the 300L or 300rally should be what you spring for. As for just offroad the 300L is better and you can drop it 1000 times without worrying about cracking the ferrings the rally has. But the rally has better lights and a huge fuel tank getting you a 260mile + range. So all depends what you want to do with the bike. I really dont think the CB500X is a good bike overall, I think it is caught in the middle of a catch all bike and is not really good offraod, but you already have a road bike. Anyway I hope that helps.

[@tinylittlegiant]

Nice comparison! Although i totally love the T7 design, i must say nimble and agile sometimes is a win. Especially in my country where there are a lot of mountainous areas. We drive smaller cc bikes here, and we have a lot of XR150L, CRF250L, WR155R, XTZ125, KLX250, etc. not just for dual-sport but for daily commuting as well. You don't need to go fast, you just need to glide through the terrains with ease.

[@vtwinfant50]

Andrew, Thoroughly enjoyed this comparo, (yup …easily captured my attention to the end). The factors used to differentiate bikes, personal insights only an owner can offer, combined with high quality videography and screen caption editing really made this “Must see TV” 👍 Been decades since riding off-road, but am seriously considering my first adult dual sport purchase. 30” inseam & AARP qualified age, suggest a shaved seat + K-link would be wise (at least initially) to develop bike handling skills. New subscriber, your excellent work deserves greater recognition!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you so much, so what bike are you thinking of starting with?

[@vtwinfant50]

Oops, I shoulda specified the CRF 300L. Sure, the Yamaha XT 250 is more inseam friendly …but I would only consider it as a ‘transition bike’. I learned how to handle my first adventure bike (Suzuki Vstrom 1000) pretty quickly, without modifying seat or suspension.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@vtwinfant50 ohh well you will be fine with the 300L I'm sure.

[@barneyprince9257]

The Tenere 700 as I ride it gives up nothing as a road bike and has off-road capability. The crf 300L that I rode is the best (on road) 250/300 dualsport ever made and is good off-road with some help.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I agree 100% thanks for the comment.

[@paulcamino5034]

You are exactly correct on your review, I own a big bore 2013 wr290r with all the freckles, 90/10 tires, the best bike I ever owned period with 30000mi and a basically stock T7 with 50/50 tires, I am a very good dirt rider in south Jersey, did a number of enduros, harescrambles, at first a did not like the T7 at all, then I got back in racing shape rode the t7 alot this winter on single track and it makes you a much better dirt rider, you have to use all your dirt bike skills to ride it off road, just got back last weekend and rode the wr290r on singletrack and I was just turning and burning, felt like it was a lirtle pit bike, actually I think the best unicorn adventure dual sport motorcycle for under 400mi adventure is these small japanese 300cc bikes, if you stay off the interstates, a small rally windscreen, seat concept seat, 3gal tank, the only reason I bought the T7, I sold my street cruiser and take my T7 on 2000mi week trips

[@bradrussell624]

Just want to give you some honest feedback with appreciation for each and every video I've watched from you is truly awesome, high quality in production and especially content rich info based on experience, not philosophy, cheers

[@DPSmith63]

Thanks - an accurate video. I think what gets a lot of people is not knowing exactly what they want to do on their bike, even with these sorts of comparisons. I had street bikes and the T7 appealed to me for all the positives that you mention - price, simplicity, capability and reliability, plus the ability to get off pavement. But, as you and others have pointed out, I found out it's not great for technical riding, especially without the skills. Picking it up gets old quick. So I bought a 300L to learn the technical aspects of trail riding and it has helped me improve how I ride the T7. The two bikes are similar yet very different and they complement each other well. If i had to pick between the 2 it would be very difficult, they are both awesome and fun bikes. I grin ear to ear every time I ride either one. Just depends on what I want to do that day. Longer distances - pavement and forest service roads, or having to ride to a trail head and exploring some singletrack or whatever comes along. My advice is to get both :)

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Well said Dan, I agree with everything you listed here. I myself also really enjoy having them both but I know not everyone can do that. I think maybe thats why so many people asked for a video like this.

[@socaladventure2340]

Spot on!!!👍👍👍👍

[@masonh5077]

I have a T7 that I took on an off-road oriented trip recently. Second day out I took a wrong turn onto an unrated trail, hit some sugar sand and lost control. Twisted my leg under the bike and injured my MCL. I've been heavily considering down-sizing to a Honda CRF300L Rally to gain more experience with a more forgiving bike. Videos like this only make me more confident in that decision.

[@socaladventure2340]

I enjoyed the video. I own both(Rally Version) and think they complement each other well. I also agree with your analysis. 😀

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Nice, I am looking to pick up a rally just to make some more content with. How do you like it so far?

[@socaladventure2340]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad This my experience with the Rally. The stock suspension was terrible and the power was adequate. I weight around 220 without gear and stock suspension was way too under sprung for me but I could still live with it. I upgraded the suspension, went with the YSS front spring and YSS fully adjustable rear, 550 performance ECU, Arrow exhaust and DNA filter it completely transformed the bike . Its now a different machine, the suspension now feels better than the T7. I can now cruise at 75mph while even going up grades, before I could barely keep it at 70 and that was with a tail wind LOL. After the mods I absolutely love the bike. I'm averaging around 70/75 mpg if I ride conservatively and get around 65 if I'm pushing it. I highly recommend doing at least the suspension upgrade if you are a heavier rider. The Rally rides so well now that I'm planning on doing a suspension upgrade to the T7. People might look down upon upgrading a motorcycle but I think upgrades are necessary to suit your riding style. It really improves riding experience. The Rally is a great bike for the money.

[@lukeblossom8580]

I run the 300l rally and I absolutely love the bike, also great job on the content 👍

[@Mikidimeister]

Great video, watched it to the end. I own the tenere 700 2021. Its the perfect bike for me as I want to ride dirt roads an some tarmac long distances. I want to travel and motocamp. Perfect tool to explore new places here in Finland.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Hello to a fellow owner, yes I feel this bike is great for what you are doing. I do the same with it.

[@mikeguitarification]

Very happy with my 300L for all the reasons you pointed out in this video. Nice analysis.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thanks mike, I feel it is a really solid bike. Especially for its cost and service intervals.

[@lennykibbs260]

I want em all.....lol On the serious side saw a T7 buzzin around Hells kitchen the other day...good looking and sounding bike, very special ops looking

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Yeah it is a cool bike, I also want them all lol

[@diegopescia9602]

Based on distances, I ride 95% on road. Based on time on the motorcycle, I ride 95% offroad. When I talk about % road/offroad I always clarify on what metric I am basing it. In my case I went for a small but very capable XTZ 150 instead of a 300-400 cc road oriented bike (almost same engine sizes as the ones you are comparing but with a factor of 0.5). I chose to be a little more patient the 5% of my time on the highway in order to experience a greater joy when I finally get to ride offroad that other 95% of my time. The distances are long here but it was worth it. Once you get to the mountainous regions you can have endless fun off-pavement. Greetings from Argentina. And watched until the end

[@samsonmanna9017]

Do you put camping gear on your bike?

[@jasesteel1]

The manufacturers are not listening and maybe platforms like KZbin will change that. You’ve got viewership data of those seeking out or those watching this comparison video of two bikes that are very different and yet we’re contemplating where we want our compromise to come to rest. I’ve heard from others about how the supposed unicorn doesn’t exist because our versions of what is a unicorn is subjective. There is validity to that concept and yet you have the data to support what people are seeking based on viewership of videos that support eliminating what they don’t want to compromise on rather than choose what’s available on an otherwise empty market. The 300 rally got so close for me but when I hear from other KZbin content creators that the compromise for this bike is the small motor and its shortcomings on the freeway: I need that capability to transition from trail to home/vehicle so that I don’t feel too vulnerable. Moving on to the Tenere and the compromise there is the weight/bad trail manners. What else is out there with a fairing, Japanese reliability, simplicity yet modern amenities such as fuel injection, been designed this decade, cruise control would be nice, and maybe led lighting.

[@lucaspeden3727]

i ride a 2011 Xt250, a 2006 Tw200 and a 2016 Fz07- my fat girl see's the most action- unless i get into a hoonin mood

[@ChrisUhlik]

Exactly the review I was looking for. Excellent! I'm going to buy both of them ;-)

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha thats what I did. I mean I know not everyone can do something like that, I actually have a side job that funds my toy habit.

[@victordohleman8061]

Miss my 1981 XT550. Low, seat, high power , not super heavy & Yamaha design.

[@nickchilds223]

Really like your reviews. I just got a new 300L and after one ride I am ear to ear smiles. Granted I have not ridden many other bikes but I can see this bike being a long term friend

[@johnnywishbone1349]

I don’t wave to Harley jerks

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha well I wave to them all.

[@bainius]

So happy I came across this video! I always though of Tenere 700 as my next bike but thought of it a bit out of my budget. I recently started considering CRF 300L Rally and this video certainly gave me some confidence that I won't be making a huge mistake, especially as I want to do parts of TET. Well, if I am making a mistake, I will always be able to move up to the Tenere later 😆 Thanks for a great video!

[@WanderingDad]

My son has a 300l and I have the 300 Rally, and it sure seems like the Rally splits the difference between these 2. I'll keep the 300 because I've managed to get old without picking up any riding skill whatsoever, and I can (and do) pick it up 3 or 7 times per ride. I would literally crap if I had to pick up a Tenere.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Awesome man! congrats on the new bikes. Yeah the Tenere is a bit heavy to pickup, Also worse with all the gear on it.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

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[@hiltonmcconnell2563]

thanks but have already seen most of them, will check out the 2 I am not sure if I have seen,

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@hiltonmcconnell2563 ok well I guess I will keep making more then. Those are just my popular ones.

[@hiltonmcconnell2563]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad keep them coming love watching them, do think you can make better choices in some things. but to each his or her own.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

@@hiltonmcconnell2563 ohh yeah? Explain what you mean?

[@ulihanel7078]

Diva-dude, have you seen what Noraly (Itchy boots) is doing for world travel...you need this much shit for four days...US DODGE guy / 10000 lb trailer ..yeaha...

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I dont know exactly what you are trying to say it seems incoherent. I think you are trying to insult me for how much gear I took for my motorcycling trip. I do seem to have as much gear Noraly (itchy boots) as she it traveling much further distance except one huge difference, I have all my camping, and cooking gear. Tent, bedroll, hammock, chain, firebox, camping cookware, ect. Noraly does not cook her own food, Noraly does not need to carry shelter she stays in hotels/Air B&B. These are completely different scenarios her and I. I require much more to travel the way I do.

[@manuaventura948]

Good video! I own a T7 and a Husaberg 550, and I really think they are diferente worlds. Would ask for more power in the honda as I think i would miss the big fun of high power and low weight (125kg) of my husa. Keep doing my friend!

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thanks for the comment, and watching the video. I am glad you enjoyed.

[@orionprog]

Truly informative as always and down to earth knowledge. Thanks Andrew keep it up man

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you for the kind words. I missed youtube to I started up a month or 2 before planned. I was only going to make videos on my riding season.

[@DragosRDS]

Very very nice video !!!! Superb organisation of the info ! Loved the Ten but I adore the little red

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I feel they are both awesome bikes but it all depends what you are looking for.

[@tarasb.ukrainian1947]

T7 is an ADV bike and 300L is a Dual-Sport. Apples vs oranges

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

A ton of people were asking for me to compare them. I guess I can remake it with the Rally and T7

[@philphilippe4049]

Next time compare, Honda 350 rally with R.E Himalayan 411

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

ok 👍 😉

[@jasonnichols8532]

DR rider but think 300l is great choice

[@Tankerman]

Very well done. I have yet ridden either bike so I cant judge. Thats cool that your daughter rides with you. Stay safe

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Thank you, and thanks for subbing. My daughter loves riding, I hope she is still my riding buddy as she gets older. I did a whole video riding with her on the channel and if you saw my Yoshimura exhaust sound comparison video she is the one riding my 300L lmao.

[@dillonrobinson8468]

Oh I watched all the way to the end I also have owned both bikes , iv still got my tenere 22 plate for the same reasons as you've said never selling it either

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Well thanks for the input!

[@samrotolo7303]

Heart me made it to end. ha ha ha Good comments They are not in same bracket as you noted inside the first 40 seconds of video. I do see the draw of comparing them though.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Interestingly enough I have seen people on youtube go from one sell it to the other in both situations. These seem like the motorcycles that everyone is interested in.

[@SvanbergSimon]

I considered both but came to the conclusion that if i got the crf300l i would have to get a streetbike too. I have limited storage so that was a hard option. I also considered what kind of riding i was going to do and the offroad part of it is not advanced enough to motivate against the t7 so i got myself one. The t7 is top heavy and you will notice when you go slow in the terrain. Tip it over and it will be very hard to lift. I recommend you to install a rear rack so you have something to grab on to when lifting it.

[@patmansadventures.3312]

I dropped my T7 in Nemadji state forest with all my gear on it and I could not pick it up by myself.Luckily a guy in a SXS stopped and helped me.