Yamaha Ténéré 700 / @motogeo Review

‪@motogeo‬ tests the new Yamaha Ténéré 700 / T7 on and off-road, to see what this new middleweight adventure machine is capable of.
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[@Real_MisterSir]

I have a very simple philosophy. If a bike is not great without electronics, then it should not exist in the first place. T700 is a bright light in modern motorcycle tech frenzy

[@crispincurtis8585]

Right on mate,, there's a lot a bit overly complicated everything these days eh,,, especially when you have MX bikes with electric start on em😁

[@WRXXXual]

Q: What ride modes does this motorcycle have? YAMAHA: Well, you get on the bike, turn the key, and ride away. That's the ride mode.

[@marchonegger3487]

WRXXXual it has two modes. On and Off. 😎

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

The Japanese used to say the same thing about ABS, who needs them? Until it became mandatory by law and they got caught!

[@jorgeneriksson3144]

I really like the no nonsense approach. I appreciate it with the MT line to. I don't give a damn about gizmos. Ok. Cornering abs would be great. But I'm ok without all of the other stuff. Builds in complexity, You will have more that can break or fail. Murphy's law still applies.

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

@Johnny Blue You think you don't need ABS?

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

@@jorgeneriksson3144 Murphy's law is scientifically unproven. Of course which bike is best for you is subjective, but which bike is better or worse, safer or unsafe is no longer subjective in 2020. Telescopic forks, axially mounted brake calipers, lack of traction control makes a bike not good anymore in 2020, especially at current prices.

[@v4forlife]

Had mines for 8 months now. Commuting, a and B road blasts, motorway, off road and even raced it on track with the Bike Shed. Does everything and with ease!

[@hodgeshotwheelsanddiecast5192]

Hows the seat?it looks awfully mx style ,and looks not very comfortable.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

@@hodgeshotwheelsanddiecast5192 , exactly what I was going to ask. No way you can ride 100 miles to the trails, ride, then ride home on that seat..

[@albertptran]

I’d rather take the seat how it is for offroad and uneven terrain

[@hodgeshotwheelsanddiecast5192]

@@albertptran whats the seat have to do with off road and uneven terrain? My xr650L has an Awesome stock seat and is great in those conditions,standing or sitting. Seat comfort is a big dealbreaker when buying an adventure bike especially if you plan on riding it on all day long on and off road adventures. You'll be ready to get off that brick after 50 miles.lol

[@albertptran]

Hodge's Hot Wheels and diecast the wider seats cause my legs to angle out away from the bike so no chance of reaching the ground. Slim seat worked wonders for me

[@endurotruckererniedesjardins]

Surprised no reviewer except 1 speaks of how much effort went into the design in the sprocket to swingarm pivot to increase traction and reduce wheel spin. As your climb on dirt hills the rear tire is driven into the ground because of this design. I'm honestly thinking of trading in my 2018 yz250 and getting a T7 as my off road only bike, with the right tires I can put in hundreds of miles on dirt in a day where I live. Awesome bike

[@Nexus-6]

Check out Ryan F9's review of the Teneré on FortNine's KZbin chamn. He talks about it.

[@slomorenga]

The cp2 700c engine really saved yamahas ass. hope the engineers who built that thing got a raise. I still enjoy that little rascal in my xsr 700.

[@santiagomoralesgarcia1802]

So true, I read they had financial problems after the economy disaster from 2008. Their cp2 and cp3 (in My country Yamaha sells more MT 09 than MT 07) saved their lives. I have a second hand MT 07 2014

[@michaelhayward7572]

Best bike to have come out in this genre. Period.

[@mabrokenleg2388]

dunno, for me the most essential adv bike is the 1090 adv r. its got everything, 48mm fork, 125 hp, relatively light and the looks. some day one will be mine. the t7 is undersprung and underdamped. if you want to go mental on it, you have to immediately spend anywere from 1k to 2,5k€ for a suspension tuning or even a totally new rear shock and some cartridge style front fork inserts. really don't like that about it. it's too sensible, adv bikes in my mind can't make sense, whats the point?!? if you want the best for riding dirt, buy a dirtbike. if you want the best for road riding, buy a roadbike. adventure bikes are silly, the t7 sadly is just not silly enough, for me at least.

[@JohannesDalenMC]

For 90$ you can get a heavier spring for the shock. For 650$ you can get upgraded fork internals. All of the KTM adv bikes has awesome specs and all the bells and whistles, but they lack the one thing that should be a benchmark for any adv bike: reliability. I would NEVER leave my home for more than a couple of hours in any direction on a KTM.

[@WRXXXual]

It is kind of funny how a bike that is essentially a late 1990s / early 2000's level of specification and equipment, and build to modern performance standards is considered a game changer.

[@SteveWKk]

Hell yes

[@WRXXXual]

@@SteveWKk Re-reading my post, it's a small wonder you understood that garbled mess that I was attempting to communicate. Points to you, sir! 😂. Seriously though, it's like all Yamaha did was make yesterday's bike by today's build and performance standards. I will say this, at least it's not priced stupid high!

[@sebastian_hakansson78]

times change, simple is coming back in these hightech days.

[@36moto]

Best thing is the simplicity, you get what a rider needs, not fancy electronics that you don’t need... Yamaha have reinvented the 990 adv...

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Yep, none of us want all that European help-me-ride-gadgetry.

[@sebastian_hakansson78]

"European" sure.. because we are all gay and sissy's here (that name of yours to).

[@conceptcs]

Perfect middle weight ADV bike from a reputable Japanese brand.

[@vinc2488]

Crazy how everybody want this bike!!! Good job Yamaha, thank you for daring not to do one more 1000cc + engine with your tenere!!!

[@topduk]

I see the T700 filling the gap between a DRZ400 and a road-only bike.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Especially since they already have a Tenere 1200...

[@vinc2488]

@@pinkiewerewolf Honda have a crosstourer (1200) decides to make an Africa twin 1000, not a 700 like the first model. So yes thank you Yam not to go in this direction ;)

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@topduk The way I see it, the Tenere 700 is the spiritual younger brother to the 1000 Africa Twin (despite being from another brand). It bridges the same gap between true dual sports, and traditional highway adv bikes in the middle segment, similar to how the Africa Twin does for the big boi adventure bikes.

[@oldgreenbus]

Maybe a 900 though?!

[@andreas-georgthoennessen6510]

It is an ABSOLUTE fantastic bike in the BEST Ténéré tradition!!!!! I love that bike!!

[@jimmypatchett9642]

Got 4000k on mine. If your over 80 kgs and your going to carry luggage it benefits greatly with a rear spring and valving upgrade. Can be improved a lot with the same up front.

[@GreenMntMoto]

You always get me stoked - just got some new camping gear today, perfect timing!!

[@steve-wu7jp]

I can see him picking one up no doubt. This is Motogeo bike if I ever saw one

[@sarahdell4042]

Excellent review! All of these are currently spoken for, but once these are sitting on showrooms. It will be my next adventure/touring machine. Yamaha nailed it with the T7

[@angelite143]

This bike is just perfect both form and function. Equipped only with ABS and no unnecessary doodads to overcomplicate things which is more than enough to most riders. It looks like a tamed rally bike which is a plus.

[@Real_MisterSir]

Yep. I'd much rather have an ABS system failure, than losing the entire engine mapping for a ride-by-wire throttle. With the ABS you can still continue riding the exact same way, just gotta be more careful with your right hand thats all.

[@eliasmora715]

Perfect...... not to heavy , no to ligth (small)................ Dear Santa

[@azamatT7]

like KLR650 ?

[@GallicGarlic]

Can it be too light for a bike?? 🏍

[@eliasmora715]

@@GallicGarlic i meant not to small , like the 250 rally...

[@eliasmora715]

@@azamatT7 im a big fan of the KLR ( the older ones) but this yamaha is more updated /rally format...

[@GallicGarlic]

elias mora ah ok For me the lighter .. the better

[@richardsmith3350]

Great review as usual and perfect timing. I pick mine up tomorrow from Road and Track in Douglas Isle of Man.

[@oldgreenbus]

Sick! Did you get the blue Rally?

[@charliesadv8493]

Hope you are enjoying your new bike

[@TheXnay]

Tw200 rider here. This is the bike i’ve been looking for.

[@MRdarthvenom]

I ride a old xt250 and this is my next bike.

[@aeror115]

Beautiful and minimalistic machine! I love it! It’s on my list

[@scottmichaels1764]

I have always been skeptical of the line up of ADV bikes (i.e. big,heavy,complex). This is a game changer for me and may be my next buy.

[@jetstream454]

This, the Africa and BMW's r1200 and F lineup seem to be the best ones to go with. Honda VFR800X 2nd gen also seems to be a great platform to build on, although that VTEC powerband could make things interesting.

[@joemadsen2917]

Mine should be here anytime. Ordered it six weeks ago.

[@gonzodergrosse6582]

No Burger ?! 😔

[@rootsmanuel]

Right now I have a Royal Enfield Himalayan, which I really love. But when I upgrade to a bigger bike (in 1 year or 2), it will either be a bigger Himalayan (if Royal Enfield ever launches it) or the Tenere 700! Simple, reliable, honest, good looking and reasonably priced, it ticks all the boxes! Personally, I don't understand this obsession with electronic gadgets that most people don't even use. Just a source of problems and stress when you're on the road, in my opinion... Nice review as usual! Keep it up! Cheers from Portugal!

[@redpanda1971]

I'm picking mine up in 2 days! Perfect timing for this review.

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Congratulations.

[@d.e.aguirre129]

that'll be today, congrats!

[@redpanda1971]

Thank you and...it may be The One. The ergos are excellent for my size (6' tall with 32" inseam. The motor feels pretty punchy compared to my VStrom 650. The windshield seems fine to me, up to 150km/h, but I rode a Drz400sm for years and don't mind some wind blast. No helmet buffeting at all, even with a peaked helmet. Brakes felt like they lacked initial bite, for the 1st couple days, but now they feel great with 2 fingers. Slow speed, it seems so nimble. I'm not experienced off-road, but I was crawling around some construction sites last night and really enjoyed it. Coming from the DRZ, it feels like it handles the same, just with a lot more power. It's only been 4 days but I'm already looking to sell my Vstrom.

[@krameohotman]

I bought an sv650, as my first bike, last winter and now want to get rid of it for one of these. They look so versatile and fun to ride

[@alrightdave6135]

Love mine. Got it March 1st

[@0xsergy]

didn't this just launch this month?

[@sylvainlanctinfr6616]

@@0xsergy This month? LOL kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIe0appsrJ2GZrs

[@sleepindragon179]

A proper capable adv bike. Properly go anywhere with confidence. Like you said already, not too heavy, not too expensive, great range, something I would consider if I ever do a big tour. Having said that I would go around the world on your Ducati Scrambler. That's a great touring machine if you ask me. Thanks Jamie lovw and respect from the UK 👍

[@davidfonseca4312]

I really like this Tenere and I would love to test it but I don´t know about "game changer" because what about the KTM 690 Enduro ? ... same displacement, a little more power and torque, a lot less weight, longer travel and most likely better suspension, hydraulic clutch, underseat tank....

[@easy8077]

Watch FortNines Review on in, if a guy like this would dump his bike for an other there is good reasoning behind it

[@Percivallis]

I've had my T7 4 months its one of the best I've had in 36 years riding, the KTM is very good about £3,000 more but no better its also pig ugly, 2 mates have the KTM another traded his T7 for a KTM he wishes now he'd just stuck with the Yam

[@jojitsu56]

@@Percivallis really, I'm considering swapping my T7 for a new 690 enduro R.. You don't thinks it's better, lighter, faster, better components? New 690bis only £8200 currently

[@bielbills]

Can't wait to arrive in Brazil! 👍

[@Farus2007]

Não virá! Se viesse já viria morta. Pelo preço temos motos melhores por aqui. Kkkk...

[@dillonrobinson8468]

Got mine love it. A proper all-rounder

[@zzim2853]

Great to have yamaha offer up this very cool real off road capable adventure bike. Now at least we have ktm 790 and this 700 if we want a serious adventure bike. I wonder if another klr or maybe honda might make one too.

[@SteveMcKinney]

Such an awesome bike. Great review. I hope you can get your hands on a KTM 690 Enduro R to get your opinion on that machine also.

[@kuhndj67]

I'm a long time Tenere fan (my first bike as a teen was an old XT500)... but I already have a couple 450-500lb adv bikes (Tiger and Multistrada)... they're capable of light offroad (dirt road/fire road sort of stuff) but too heavy for anything more. The T7 is more capable from a suspension and setup perspective but that weight is a boat anchor (the XT500 felt heavy for offroad... and that was 300lbs!). However, I totally WOULD get this as a ADV/Touring bike though... there that weight is a benefit keeping the bike stable and comfortable for long hours in the saddle. Something like a 50/50 ADV bike (the bikes I have now are more like 80/20 and 90/10). And for that use the price is outstanding, throw on some soft bags and you're good to go. Kindof like a lower cost/lighter weight Africa Twin.

[@philipiscoolful]

After some modifications these bikes are the full package. Having ridin the xt660 for 2 years I can't wait to ride a T7.

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

The Unicorn

[@vinjofin1972]

Finally a bike wich is not to heavy for a newbie to go offroad. No Tablets and modes on the bike wich takes me an hour before it is in the right setting to ride. Indeed, just turn the key and ride. Simple as that. No need for a christmas tree on my bike.

[@oldgreenbus]

Great review Jamie! Have my deposit on a red one. Glad to see you back on the bikes!

[@easy8077]

I'm about to get a RE Himalayan to get more into off roading and long range traveling and camping, in case I outgrow it, I'll definitely get a Tenere 660 or 700

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

B.E.St. .... not if, but when you out-grow the RE, this will indeed be a step up and a good choice. Ride safe my friend......

[@Hyruan]

Last time i hear Jamie talking about "fun and easy to ride" is on ducati scrambler, witch i tested and it is one of the most fun bikes i ever ride. I have a Tenere 660, and i know its completely different from T7, but man i love that bike

[@Rube_Toob]

Big bear has such dope trails. Nice review

[@JohannesDalenMC]

The forks are not fully adjustable: damping and rebound only, not preload.

[@6Mar99]

34.4in seat height. Cries in 5'7" height. Well, i can't afford it anyways

[@kirkbrooks9447]

Tell me about it, I'm 5'6" and shrinking....

[@alejandrovasquez5257]

@@kirkbrooks9447 ehemm... 5'5'' Venezuelan... Tell me about shortness and poverty... **Cries in Spanish**

[@totoybait2797]

*hugs xtz 125 in almost the same height*

[@nelsonarteaga244]

What about 5'8 with the lower seat and lowering kit?

[@anotheryoutuber_]

versys x300 with shinkos 804/805....cause were smaller/lighter we dont need 700, also loaded itll weigh what the tenere weighs naked

[@korningheneral6292]

Nice! This is my dream adventure bike. In His time, I'll have it beybi.

[@raymundano9191]

Simple but does everything you want from an adventure bike. Less is more with the T7 !!!!!!

[@ridethepace6005]

When did Michael Bisping start reviewing adventure bikes? Lol. Dude, you sound just like him. Must be from the same area of Britain.

[@joshm9163]

listen here buddeh

[@ashleyrhodes9974]

Superb bike and really well-produced video. Congratulations!

[@markg7834]

I'm riding a Super Tenere at the moment and while it's wonderful on the Interstate and backroads, it's a bit large offroad, at least for me.

[@michaeljkasnter]

That bike is massive!! Exactly why this exist

[@mig29baaz]

That’s how bikes are supposed to be. Stupid electronics is always prone to failure and you getting stuck in the middle of nowhere.

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

Like ABS pro? i remember that the Japanese bike makers used to say that ABS is not necessary. Japanese bikes are everything but safe that's why they take so many lives. Scooter brakes and no rider safety.

[@mig29baaz]

APRIL THE TORTIE CAT so after ABS came no one died or got hurt?? People die or get hurt on motorcycle because of stupidity. But electronics are very much prone to failure on adv bikes because of the terrain they are ridden on.

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@aprilthetortiecat807 that's an ignorant comment if I ever saw one.

[@F1Odyssey]

I worked as a service manager at a KTM dealership. The 790 ADV R is a more capable motorcycle in basically every way, but I would still buy the Tenere 700 for this exact reason. I saw far too many critical problems stemming from KTMs electronics package.

[@Xavii1986]

@@F1Odyssey Was it really that bad? I love both bikes btw but i chose the KTM because i love it's power! And i don' t mind the modern gadgetery.. 12k km's and still good for now... fingers crossed.

[@Peter-ox7wh]

I like the simplicity. No 10 mods for the traction control or abs...

[@mikegoff4569]

I have one and it’s a awesome bike for $15,000 dollars; oh wait, it was only $10,000.

[@ANOMADONWHEELS]

Awesome review nicely and detailed, me too a big fan fan of Tenere 700 but don’t when this bike is going to be available in India...

[@chazhan60]

never rode one but the looks and trigonometric looks good

[@etfireman1]

I didn't enjoy it as much in high school, but on this bike, it sure is great!

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Have you tested the KTM 790 Adventure R yet? Video of that? I haven't seen a video of you on the 790 adventure R

[@giuliobuccini208]

I love this bike but: 1. The engine is located too high, so the center of mass is high too. 2. The suspensions are so-so (bouncing a lot), many people have to change them. 3. The dashboard is not firmly mounted, it is shaking like a boat in a tempest. Anyway I still like this bike.

[@whylie74]

All the videos on the tubes about this bike, not one of the reviewers or owners has ever bitched about the CG being too high, nothing but praise about how it handles, even with a soft rear spring and limited valving, I think you need to try one, out in the muck.

[@sebastian_hakansson78]

Or maybe its just the wrong bike for some? Get a goldwing if you want to ride a soft couch on the road..Or a car. It IS a offroader mainly, not a roadcruser.. Can never have it all!!

[@tango165]

Good stuff Jamie!

[@frankpinion4937]

205 kg isn't liteweight. It's heavier than the Ducati Scrambler 803 cc and it will be more top heavy as the Ducati has a forward leaning cylinder which makes for a low centre of gravity with the weight. What about ease of servicing which is something often missed from reviews which alway's dents the back pocket.

[@BornAGoon]

Nice review Im really excited to take a ride on one of those soon. Is that gas tank plastic on the outside?

[@bermcannonk]

Just glad there is no bikes available in the states!

[@hillarybett8644]

I love your British accent Jamie! So authentic. From kenya

[@deaddoll1361]

Me too. He still said gas tank instead of petrol though.

[@rogervallve7375]

nice review. selling like hotcakes in Canada , now that they are actually here

[@Fiqih]

So, out of curiousity, how many hotcakes selling in Canada?

[@Bobbyjwmwb]

@@Fiqih about 10 a day

[@400chevlc]

So after the various marketing departments and manufacturers telling the public that bigger is better, we've come full circle back to lightweight & nimble bikes.

[@toltod]

Been waiting a long time for this bike...still like my Husqvarna501 substitute, but it would would have been parked in my garage if it was available...and it still may be. My only tweak would be suspension with stiffer springs. Nice job Yamaha !!!

[@southerndualsport3827]

This IS my next bike for sure!

[@michaeljkasnter]

Will be my first and possibly last ADV bike!!! For the price, why would you ever sell it ? Just pass it down

[@kjonasson10]

@MotoGeo how ist it compared to the 990R you had in the winter few years back?

[@spudmuncher7044]

Great video as always

[@laurentj7998]

Awesome motorbike,with a great looking and shape, designed for real off road Adventures ! 👍

[@jollibeetilao3604]

What i notice of this T7 is that the exhaust is too low, why not raise it up, just like the XTZ660 exhaust..

[@trailhunter6078]

Another great video! Massive thanks!

[@pututwidyanto3644]

I always watch your videos, very interesting and entertaining success is always for you, I hope you go to Indonesia, there are many beautiful places for you to explore...🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

[@sdecourcy]

Great content, great review....Thanks, Jamie.

[@claretbuck1882]

Top review bud 👍🏻

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Anything north of 300LBS is mediocre offroad, full stop. I love this bike, especially for mixed touring, but a more touring focused CFR450L it isn't. It's a "smaller" ADV bike at an amazing price point, which is what makes it brilliant. Cheers.

[@kronikinsomniak]

Touring and off road are two opposite things. You have to compromise somewhere. A dirt bike is not terrific slogging on pavement, a touring bike is is going to be mediocre on dirt. ADV bikes are a compromise between the two.

[@Vazztudio]

Can't wait get my hands on mine.

[@scannorse]

Wonder what the threshold value of “offroad capabilities” are ? Comparing only to other quarter ton bikes or to a real offroad capable bike ? And what if you go to real offroad conditions ?

[@bugmarkus]

try to check this mate see how this guy ride a tenere 700 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGS1dalnhapmiaM

[@skiphalbakken859]

Great review, hoping to have mine by early July. How does it stop..........for burgers?.👍

[@SteveWKk]

I think even if it didn't stop.....Jamie would jump off....lol ;)

[@swedish_sadhguru3854]

I want to ride this motorcycle from Sweden to India!

[@rubenlbe]

Hey. Have you tried @Motogeo the ktm 790R or the 790S adventure? Any video review about them?

[@leemski]

Great review. Would traction control add something useful to this bike or not? I am also eager to see the response from #Honda with lighter version of #AfricaTwin, might be another motobomb ;)

[@mollygrubber]

I really like the overall concept, but for me it's STILL way too heavy. Hey YAMAHA, how about a T400 twin? maybe 350lb wet? That is a bike I would buy.

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Honda CRF450L.

[@kronikinsomniak]

350lb wet? Go get a dirt bike then.

[@david555montez9]

Magnificent buddy! 👌👌👌✌️✌️✌️ Best wishes

[@scannorse]

Take a look at a AJP PR7.....

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

What game changer? It's 210kg, has 10l useful tank, it is liquid cooled and has chain drive s no game changer.

[@sebastian_hakansson78]

That it can actually go decent offroad? not like many other big "adventure-bikes" that should be left on the rad..

[@sebastian_hakansson78]

How would it compare to a older KTM adventure 900/950/990?? Or the newer "smaller/simpler" ? Maybe a Africa Twin? Nice bike and good simple adventure, what it is all about! No hightech..

[@stevenpearson5658]

Great Review, are you from Hull by any chance?

[@michaeljkasnter]

A rear and front fuel tank would have been killer !! Check out the Husquverna 701-Enduro before buying this. It has 300 miles of range and 100-lbs less weight!!

[@nativochileno7091]

EXCELENTE TRABAJO !!!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

If I needed a bike right now, of the bikes that are available the T-7 would get the nod.

[@janeblogs324]

That's a funny looking Ducati mate

[@MotorosVandor]

Yamaha T700: - i will be the game changer KTM 790 Adv: - Hold my beer!

[@ibidu1]

I test drove the 1190 adventure, that thing sucked. Sure engine super strong compared to others, but runs rough, it did smooth out on the highway. But the fit n finish the bike felt like it was built in china. My moneys on the yamaha, there proven build quality, and hold there value compared to ktm

[@MotorosVandor]

@@ibidu1 i own a 1190 Adv, and i can asure you, its not rough. If you drove a broken one, thats not the bikes fault. Also, if you think, it runs rough, you never drove a 1 cylinder bike, not even a modern one. At the point you wrote build in china quality, i was become sure, you dont drove it, sorry

[@topduk]

@@MotorosVandor My initial impression of the 790 was that it ran like a diesel tractor so I share ibidu1's concern, but there is no question in my mind that KTMs do perform despite the roughness.

[@O_D.I]

I saving money right now. ✌️🏍️

[@matthew3136]

Modern KLR? I really want to ride this bike.

[@johna6968]

A level above a klr

[@refard5]

what the KLR would be today if Kawasaki had redesigned it

[@Danlmosher]

Every since I got rid of KLR I have missed it but when I had it I really wanted more power. This bike will be my new KLR. SIMPLE IS GOOD

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@Danlmosher I had the same feeling, but with the Aprilia Pegaso (2008 model). Can't imagine a more fun bike all around, ticked all my boxes. The only "downside" was the peak power of 50hp which made it perhaps a bit too lacking in some regards. The 1 cyl thumper had loads of torque and character tho, which made up for it. I think for that size bike and weight, 70 ish hp is the perfect sweet spot.

[@da72ma]

How about you racing the Dakar on a modified Yamaha Jamie??? Good review...

[@jackofalltrades12]

All the reviews about the T7 say the same but I haven't seen anyone take across the country or around the world somewhere. Therefore, why is it called an Adventure bike. It seems to be an over priced dirt bike. I hope to see someone really ride it as it was intended to give it a complete review.

[@Pique147]

Are you watching, Charlie and Ewan?

[@bolton737]

Do you think this bike would suit a beginner to off-road adventure touring?

[@Angry-Lynx]

only if you have experience riding rather heavy bikes in general, preferably off road. This is prolly too big and heavy for learning off road basics.

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

If you're an experienced rider that can flatfoot when stopped, yes. Most ADV riding/touring is on gravel roads, etc. ADV bikes are touring bikes that can go more place, not Enduros.

[@pawelgrad]

Still riding 1989 xtz 750. Maybe in the future T7 will have a place inside my garage. I don't need litre bike.

[@chrisredfield3240]

I would keep the 89 model probably more comfortable better headlights. And a lot less money.

[@SierraCreative]

How does this compare to something like the KTM 690 or husq 701

[@trailblazeratv6306]

Looks great 👍