My best OEM suspension settings for Tenere 700

If you haven't set your suspension up on your standard Tenere 700 with stock suspension, you are in for a ride. A smoother ride!
In this video you will get a recipe that made my suspension a lot better. Just by turning a few (scary knobs).
Set this recipe, and feel how it works for you.
If you are not satisfied, you can easily revert back to factory settings.
Here are the settings:
- Fork
- Rebound (upper screws): 17 factory (13 new)
- Compression (lower screws): 11 factory (7 new)
- Bak
- Rebound (lower screw): 13 factory (9 new)
- Compression (upper screw): 15 factory (10 new)
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[@NomadSweden]

Update! I am using a spring for my weight. It's the 85N/mm spring from Rally Raid and I have about 4 clicks on it. It also makes a big difference from stock. I should perhaps even have one step stiffer spring.

[@jakestrom4906]

The correct springrate for you'r weight is the key to a good suspensionsetup.You have changed the rear spring.What made you think that you didn't have to make the same change to the frontsprings?

[@NomadSweden]

Most change rear only. Better to change front also of course but few do because its more work i guess. And i dont have to 😊 i may be quite ok with this for now

[@jakestrom4906]

@@NomadSweden How do you know that if you haven't tried?

[@NomadSweden]

Im sure it will be better. Not saying you are wrong. Just saying most dont do fork springs and some day I will do it for sure. This video is mostly about the rebound/compression which most people dont dare to touch.

[@bryansuperduke1290r]

When you wined adjuster all the way in you need to go out to the first click, that is you zero point.

[@davidmckay2307]

Tried these settings out at the ABR festival last weekend. Made a massive difference! I never had the confidence to mess around with this stuff before, but the recipe worked for me. Thanks Robert! Next, new spring!

[@jodybeach8840]

Made this adjustment yesterday about 185 lb or 84 K. Most ride back roads. not much off road. This change made a huge difference in performance for me.

[@NomadSweden]

Great to hear

[@oic1968]

First a big thank you for this! I am 100kg plus gear, upgraded spring 8.5. I normally ride with luggage gravel travel and rough camping. It never really felt good. So today I used your settings the a fun ride of mud, unmaintauned roads and gravel high speed. The settings worked great. I have + 26000 km the rest will be much better. If you ever get to Alberta Canada you have a free place to stay while you explore....

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks man!

[@gscheben123]

Great little video. Suspension setup made easy peasy!

[@engrcumins9809]

That was great, Robert. Thanks for the lesson.

[@deanjones9529]

Just altered my suspension to tour spec just got to try it out now .so thank you very much.

[@robingroeneveld6866]

I’ve been looking for a video like this for quite some time. Thank you so much!

[@as1309831]

Fantastic setup. Thank You.

[@The333]

Wow, this was awesome, thank you! I stupidly did not realize I could adjust the rear outside of the pre-load setting. I definitely am going to try these settings on my bike.

[@alainmaurice1271]

Your video is very clear and you explain very well. I will try these settings. Thanks a lot.

[@Lambros-A.]

I m not a Tenere owner but this video is a money saver for a lot of people.Good job!

[@martinfretwell]

Im going to try this tomorrow. Thanks.

[@espensolbakken6633]

Thnx. Did this today. Massive difference.. 👍

[@chrischevalier6107]

Good explanation and easy to follow video. Thank you Robert!

[@trickymon]

Just did this yesterday works perfect. Well done

[@AdventureTomek]

Just picked up a 2023 T7 🇺🇸, will give these settings a try. Thank you!

[@skiphalbakken859]

Thank you for making it so simple!. I’m going to go home and try it. I already changed my rear spring for my weight. Great video, cheers.

[@alaingrenier663]

very well done easy and comprehensive thanks i will try that setting 👍👍

[@dungarees700]

Robert ich danke dir für dieses Video. Wie immer super. Hab's gleich ausprobiert und ja, es hat sich etwas geändert. Testfahrt morgen.

[@evgeniyvolk8332]

Just changed settings accordingly your advice. It’s much much better now. Thank you for sharing this. 🙏👍

[@enduromotorradtouren]

Finding out the black magic of suspension tweaking turns out to be fun. Thanks for your video. One day I should own a T7. And you were right in getting the correct spring(s) for your weight. Reminds me: Got to make my Aprilia Tuono 1100 V4 a tad harder for fast riding in hot temperatures, it's really sensitive. Cheers from Nürnberg, Günter

[@yomama005]

Just did the adjustments now. Now onto some testing :)

[@shirokazama]

Thanks! Nice trick! I am really hungry for that new throaty soundtrack you got there! No pun intended Hahahha talking about the exhaust

[@marcofokken998]

Thanx for the good video and clear explanation again! Not only this one about the supension, but as well the other ones, for example changing the tyres of the T7. All verry helpfull. Keep on going making nice video's !👍😎

[@ObanHighlander]

Changed my 2022 Rally settings to yours last night, let’s see how we get on……thanks for the great videos 👍🏻😁

[@ralfabel8657]

Thx for instruction. Will see how it works. With all my gear I have 90kg. I think I must change the rear spring too.

[@starhouse9441]

Muchas gracias, de muy fácil comprensión. Estoy estrenando y justo pensaba en que eran duras las suspensiones.

[@scotty3630]

great video, and good explaining. thanks

[@northof49adv]

Thanks ! excellent video as usual

[@SKgeostrat]

How come Yamaha has not shown this before? After all the complaints from different people who mostly found the suspension too soft and then went to spend several thousand euros too buy and install a so called "better suspension " from Rally Raid or someone else who wants your money!!! Good for you Robert, who is the first one that I have seen on You tube to use some common sence and check the stock suspension. Werll done!

[@mathieugauthier3205]

Thanks! I tryed this setting on my bike and it made a great improvement

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@leonchx]

Everything seems so simple with your video. once again I followed your advice and the difference is very pleasant on the bike. thank you

[@NomadSweden]

Great, thanks for the feedback. Just like most people I needed a recipe to get started.

[@martinfretwell]

Ive just copied these setting +85nm spring its amazing thanks for sharing this

[@davidlewis8983]

Thanks just dialled these in - think I’m about 95kg so should make a bit of difference- great video

[@fondu3_io]

I just did these adjustments and what a huge difference thank you!

[@NomadSweden]

I'm glad it helped!

[@paulomafra1717]

Thank you very much for the excelent video Nomad Sweden! Finally, this is THE VIDEO for T7 suspension setting! :)

[@NomadSweden]

thanks!

[@kubicafan6048]

Thank you for making it so simple 💯💪👍

[@glossblack1098]

Very interesting indeed. I have been trying many different clicker settings on my 690 over the past 12 months or more. I change things, ride then make notes. Repeat, repeat. After setting the sag, I like 3 to 4 clicks harder than stock, for both rebound and compression, which is basically the same as your settings. Cheers

[@chairfarmer1511]

Hey thanks for straight forward explanation.

[@CamSaleFilmDept]

Thanks for making this video! Going to try these settings on my first ride of the season here in a few weeks and can't wait to test it out. Thanks again.

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers 🍻

[@matthjas67]

I don't even have a T7 but still enjoy watching these clips. Loving the work Robert and Nomad Sweden team!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks Jason!

[@MrNick7421]

Just made these settings to my T7...It is amazing!! Thank you so much.

[@NomadSweden]

Cool! Thanks for feedback 🙏

[@Getting-On]

Excellent Vdieo, many thanks!!!

[@kluper1157]

Thank you! I will give it a Try!!

[@carstenmogensen2196]

Hi Robert. This has transformed my bike! I used Your settings with a spring from K-tech for my weight, both in the front and back. Now its more surefooted, and reacts the right way to my input and the rough roads. Thanks a lot!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback. It makes wonders 👊🏻✊🏻

[@kicekap]

It is good idea to put cable tie on fork tube to see how far front fork compress and than adjust it properly. It should stop 2-2,5 cm from the bottom. Than your compression is set properly. It is also good to have some place to test suspension where is different surface and than after every lap make adjustments to find perfect balance. With rear shock absorber you make the same but remember alweys start with finding SAG. On Yamaha Tenere 700 I have problem to set perfect SAG for my weight but I'm close to that. That's why some riders have to change springs for more progressive.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the input. Great info

[@bradytew]

Thank you so much for sharing!

[@rasmussenmortuary8771]

I will give this a try. You are very good at explaining and showing!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks!

[@Sumpguard]

I will try this on my T7 tomorrow. Thank you Robert

[@NomadSweden]

Your welcome 👍😃

[@thomturner9298]

How easy and simple. I have been afraid of messing with it but now feel confident to play with it to find my best combo.

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@Ducksonalltube]

Great toturial 👍👍

[@tshansen]

Great one Robert... I will use this as a reference when I start playing around on my World Raid suspension as well. Nice! And thank you 🔥

[@NomadSweden]

No idea how it works on the World Aid version but hope it helps 😊

[@dillonrobinson8468]

Just put these setting in on mine I'll keep you up dated next time I'm out . Thanks for letting me know. Great information cheers

[@CigronHead]

Amazing video! I'm gonna do the same now! I hope i find a good result! Thanks!!!!!!!!

[@hagenlaveau]

I made it today, and i can say it´s a game changer . Very smoth on track i like it . Thank you Robert

[@NomadSweden]

Wohoo great and thanks for the feedbaclk!

[@MaxwellBenson80]

Thank you for putting up a graphic of the clicks! I took screenshots of them all for when I get my t7 next week. Great video !

[@NomadSweden]

Good luck!

[@scout8112]

Now i've tested these settings and put one more click for the rebound and so it works fine for me with a little bit more comfort.👍🏼 I weight 89 kg.

[@Sumpguard]

Hi Robert, I grabbed a screwdriver today and headed to my bike. I cannot thank you enough, the bike feels more planted, and I have more confidence leaning into a turn. Before the bike felt a bit vague on the front end, but now…..wow. Thank you Robert, from the UK🇬🇧

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback! Great to know it's working for more than me.

[@misiek666]

I have just return from testing this settings. 50/50 road / offroad. I'am impressed. Suspension work's really nice. Much better than stock settings. Thank's a lot !!!

[@NomadSweden]

Great. Thanks for feedback

[@marekhlina74]

Man! For some strange unknown reason I trust you every word you say... This is the first thing I am gonna do tomorrow morning!... I am the same weight

[@NomadSweden]

Cool i think you will like it

[@pal9878]

Thanks for this too, Robert! 👍 For me, at least, just great and very helpful with such concrete advices! Followed your recipe and experience clear improvements compared to stock settings (I'm 95 kilos before getting dressed - and road riding mostly). Pleasant side effect is that I actually learned something about suspension settings! 👌😃

[@NomadSweden]

Great stuff Pål! Thanks for feedback

[@salvatorelupo847]

First time I'm working with the suspension setting other than preload. Now, after setting the Tenere with your recommendations, I'm glad to say that the first impression is very good. Thank you!

[@NomadSweden]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@cliffy7641]

Thanks Nomad Sweden , followed your lead as i am same weight as yourself and have 2022 tenere700. Totally transformed my bike. fitted lowering link 20mm and dropped forks by 10mm . i now really love my bike bike set up. I can relax at slow speeds now.

[@NomadSweden]

Great! Thanks for the feedback

[@michaelmickail1181]

Thank you very much for a great video (like always) Cheers from Canada 🥂

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers 🍻

[@richardbell6105]

Such a great video on how to adjust the settings. I am sure for everyone's individual bike you can find the optimal settings based on your weight on the Internet and now you know how to change them. Thanks to Robert

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 🙏

[@nesbokaj1]

Great video again Robert! I did the same on my 701 what a difference when using it off road!. And if people than change their tyres as well to something different with more grip, especially on the front...they really feel the difference !. See you in the woods 🌲🌲🌲🌲

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks Arne! See you!

[@garethpepin6167]

OK first ride after following these tips, what a difference on the rough roads around my home, much smoother, suspension vastly improved over stock settings !

[@NomadSweden]

Thank for the feedback!

[@KimJensen-lf6jn]

My brand new T7 will get this setting cause we weigh the same THX MANN 🤘🤩🤘

[@tugsgarage976]

Thank you for this info. I pick up a slightly used T7 on July 13th. I rode it off-road a little on July 14th in South Dakota. It was okay but not great. Watched your video on Saturday night July 15th. Arrived at Hidden falls adventure park on Sunday July 16th. Made the adjustments you suggested, WOW. The T7 was awesome. I took it on some of the same trails as my R1200 gs. The T7 is so much better off-road. Thanks again.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback. Happy it worked for you! Cheers!

[@cliffingram270]

Thanks for this. I'm 100kgs in my socks, I have the rear spring compressed to the max and today I followed your recipe - from a comfort point of view it feels like I've let half a bar out of the tyres. The T7 continues to impress me, I've owned over 30 bikes.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@alanbeamer9513]

Excellent Robert, just what I have been looking for. I have been running on the factory settings and the whole setup feels really soft. I weigh 90 kg. I had both my track bikes suspension fully configured for me professionally by Dave Moss Remote Tuning Service, and needed this one for my T7 !!! Great Job !!

[@NomadSweden]

Glad to help!

[@Szlakier]

Fantastic work, thank you very much for explaining this!

[@NomadSweden]

Glad you liked it 👍🏻

[@JohannesDalen]

One of the deepest rabbit holes I’ve ever found myself in, was a suspension thread on ADVrider. Suspension really is black magic (there are books written on suspension alone 😬), so it’s nice to have someone who can simplify it for you, thanks!

[@HORNET6]

Not black magic. Obey fundamentals and it’s relatively easy

[@luismoreira729]

I tried. Its now much better

[@garethpepin6167]

I have been riding for several hundred Years... This is first time I have ever adjusted from any factory settings, I just dont know enough, therefore this video is priceless, I have made adjustments as you have shown, I will see how my T7 feels next ride - THANKS.

[@NomadSweden]

Cool :) thanks

[@davidwillock7426]

I have had my 2022 T7 since late May. I hadn't changed the suspension settings from stock because I needed to re-spring for my weight (113 kg without gear)... in fact I bought the springs before the bike was delivered. After a busy summer I finally installed the 95N K-Tech rear spring this week and immediately felt that I had made a mistake. On my first road ride the bike was severely under damped (was bouncing after bumps) and just didn't feel good. I saw your video and used the settings as you presented (one click more rebound damping in the rear). I will play with adjustments once I get the fork springs in... but this made a huge difference. Thanks for the video... just the nudge I needed to start playing with the settings.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback :)

[@daddio1954]

Excellent! Subscribed.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 🙏

[@josephegan6094]

Read a lot of stuff on how to set compression and rebound pressures, but this is the first time I have seen info on what might be good adjusted setting to try first. Thanks

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 😊

[@Davidswordplay]

Great video, Thank you

[@adv4me]

I was going to pull the trigger on a budget ktech rebuild, but decided to give this a try first as I too am still rolling around with factory settings. My bike and I thank for your great content as always! Cheers from Canada.

[@NomadSweden]

Thank you! I hope you like it :)

[@stevehalfpap8514]

Thank You so much its like night and day!!

[@NomadSweden]

Glad you liked it

[@sorin.n]

Hi Robert, long time no seen! Thank you for the tips! You said you should have done this sooner. Well, maybe not too soon. IMHL, we (hopefully) evolve as riders and the compression and rebound for a track that you ride now *should* differ than the the ones you rode 45k km in the past. You definitely know intimately your bike after so many kms and you are able to ride it more aggresively now. You also have something to compare it to. ✌

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks! Yes you are right. With experience things change for sure. Great input

[@michaelfreuworth5979]

It’s the Robert magic effect 🤩, like looking behind the scenes of David Copperfield 😁🤪 seriously many thanks for the tips- I still have another spring for my weight but never changed the rebound and compression. So did today and „tested“ some meters the street nearby - for my opinion it worked much smoother from the first feeling. On the weekend I have 200+ km of street riding to an off-road park and then on Sunday I could test also off-road - so I am looking forward 😁. So many thanks!!

[@NomadSweden]

Haha thanks. This trick I gladly reveal. Hope you feel an improvement on the long trip.

[@skoogis1649]

Stort Tack Anders och Nomad...

[@Blakefan2520]

Excellent, excellent, excellent!

[@gregbradnam8072]

Thx for the settings , tried out yesterday and found it to handle a lot better,, but my 240 lbs needs heavier springs ( on back order). Still bottoms out on heavier g-outs when landing. But much better, thx again from Ontario Canada.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback! A new spring will also make wonders 👍🏻

[@fabrimilano5796]

Tankyou Robert, great explanation for every noob like me

[@jordivdw1229]

Thanks for the tips ❤

[@NomadSweden]

Glad you like them

[@billcollins9058]

G'day Robert i have just install Andreani Misano cartridge kit. 20mm piston, adjustable rebound/compression from top of fork, 8.5nm rear spring on stock rear suspension 90 kg + rider(i will try your settings to see how that goes. As for now it is next level I love it. Cheers Billy

[@jasperhorrell7998]

Thanks! Great video. I weigh close to 90kg, have not changed the rear spring yet (will do), but what a difference this made and so simple to do! Bike feels even more "confident" both on and off road and now also less dive at the front on breaking. Confirming this works in South Africa too :)

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome it works in SA too 😂

[@andrew390]

This simple tune removed that awful rear jarring that you feel up your spine when you hit a sharp bump at speed and made a noticeably smoother ride. Awesome free receipe!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback! Glad you like it

[@rradula]

Thanks for the video, it worked Great on my 90N/mm rear springedT7 too :D ! But, just to clarify and maybe help for the understanding of the rebound, is that its actually rebound damping that is adjusted. And as always a Great video from your channel! Cheers from Dalsland!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks! Rebound with only the spring would be very fast. By tightening the screw you slow down the speed the fork extends again after compression.

[@timstimson2134]

Haha. Now you've started something! I've been messing with the clickers on my 1200 Super Tenere for years. Watched this vid, went to the shed, applied the principles of your settings (fewer clicks on the ST12). Took it for a thrash down the nearest dirt road. Yup, works on the 1200 as well. 👍😃

[@NomadSweden]

That's great. Thanks for the feedback!

[@alexakkers2859]

I just follow your instructions, and it does makes a difference, big difference... The thing, i also put a set of TKC80, i am a bit old fashion, but feels better than great👍

[@NomadSweden]

Happy it made a difference 👍🏻

[@ultralight_pack]

I am right now on the TET France along the Pyrenees incl. lugggage = In total 120kg load with rider. Mounted a 95kg spring some month ago. Until yesterday I rode the factorysetting. This morning after breakfast I changed acording to your indicated settings. A totally different and much better riding and bikeperformance. For me it works and is an improofment. Tks.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback and I am glad it helped 👍🏻

[@hemmatv1582]

So to understand you correct, a new 95kg spring + Nomads spring adjustment ?

[@NomadSweden]

@@hemmatv1582 Correct! Always get the spring for your weight and use preload if it sags more than 30%. Plus these settings.

[@elionh4532]

@@NomadSweden should the shock also be changed or only the spring?

[@NomadSweden]

@@elionh4532 only spring

[@samueldoughty9125]

I tried these settings today after nearly 5 k miles on stock settings. If you've not made any changes to your stock suspension on the t7, try this. Feels like a new bike on and off-road. Thank you for the helpful info!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the feedback 🙏

[@peterhird3542]

Hi Robert, Really great explanation of the basics of suspension tuning. Tuning suspension can be a dark art at times and most everyday rider won’t fiddle with the factory settings. You’re absolutely correct saying that once you find the sweet spot that matches the riders weight with the bikes geometry it transforms the ride for the better 👍🏍. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks Peter. Yes I needed this recipe to get started and it worked so well I had to tell about it. Btw, just sent in a visa application to Australia. Sadly not for me but for my daughter :) One day I will apply for my own. (was down under back in the 90s though)

[@peterhird3542]

@@NomadSweden , Robert, my lovely wife is from Malmo. We try and visit friends and relatives when we can but due to the worldwide situation over the last couple of years we haven’t had the chance. We’re planning for sometime next year. I realise that in reality we are total strangers to each other but just a friendly suggestion…if your daughter needs any assistance while she is here and she has no one to turn to, just message me and if it’s within our powers my wife and I will help out 👍🇦🇺. Just a thought to give you a little piece of mind.

[@NomadSweden]

@@peterhird3542 Thanks Peter! Super kind of you. And vice versa, when in Sweden just give us a ping.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Nice how to video 📹 Robert! An enduro racer friend of mine helped me set mine up a while ago, had me sat on the bike in my riding gear to set the sag and did the clickers as you did. It's made a real improvement to the bike for sure..the factory settings were well out sync!. I'm still trying for an even more 'plush ' ride though!! Cheers, Steve ps we are in need of some Nomad Sweden 🇸🇪 action 🎬...!!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks Steve! Action is on the way!

[@scout8112]

When I changed my tires from the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR to the Dunlop Trailmax Meridian I had to readjust all the suspension settings. And to do that, I had to experiment for a while.