Yamaha Ténéré 700 Review and Testride

[@bithynian3700]

Finally! İ've been waiting for your review on Tenere for a long time.

[@terryl7855]

They are going to sell a ton of these, It going to be interesting to see how the other manufacturers react. Buy it Cager, you know you want to :)

[@bithynian3700]

I constantly telling excuses to my self not to upgrade my WR250R for this bike. Do it Cager. I need this nudge. :)

[@audiogarden21]

Don't get rid of your WR. I'm in the same position as you but I love my WR way too much. If I got a 700 it would be parked right next to my WR. The 700 would be more for adventure touring where the WR isn't as comfortable.

[@charlescummings1484]

@@CagerOnTwoWheels Lighter bikes don't travel. My 690r would shake my limbs off before reaching the other coast of the U.S.A.

[@dexio85]

React to what exactly ? If anything this is Yamaha's reaction to GS700, 800, 850 not to mention all the Tigers 800 or KTM 790R :)

[@GSX-R-re8ln]

Love your reviews cager ! A bit like riding along :) The bike suits you dude 💪😎 ride safe and keep up the good work ;) greets from Germany

[@Kal-zo5ym]

That was an S10 dirt road. Lots of fun on the T7 as well but sure is capable of much more.

[@larsm.kristensen530]

This is most probably my next bike, once I can convince my wife that I need a new bike. Again.

[@divingholland]

Lol. I already convinced my wife....

[@bezetuba]

lol, convincing wives... They should be happy you have a hobby and it's not drinking or hookers :) Just do it

[@ioandragulescu6063]

the problem with wives is how to convince them to get smth for you without having to get smth for them in return, as bribe/payback :)

[@jeffloucks2120]

I'm working on it... problem is there are already a couple road bikes (not running) sitting outside in the shed that need to go away. :)

[@dualsportrider6556]

:D

[@pbnak]

Thank you for showing it’s capabilities, fast road handling and wheelies etc....

[@1998TDM]

Nice everyman review, and European perspective. Work hack during the week, trail and adventure bike at the weekend. Just like the old school trailies. If ever you are in NZ say hi and have a shot on my TDM.

[@mindspinn311]

Easily the most anticipated bike of the past THREE years since it was originally shown in concept. It will finally be on sale in the US next year and I can’t imagine the demand, easily triple the Africa Twin.

[@V4zz33]

Just like the 660 Tenere, but younger thus better at everything apart from the range. I had the ''08 660 Tenere for over 40 000 Km, I can recommend it to you, Cager. Even that with the 48bhp engine was capable doing 130-150kmph on the motorway, and with the Pirelli Scorpion Tyres, it was a joy to ride it in the worst rain at those speeds on those tyres. I was never able to afforf dropping the bike so only did 2 attempts with offroading and dropped it twice at low speeds in soft grass and flood plains / flooded;)) /. I am not sure, if the bike is Expensive. Before the economic crash in 2008 it was about £6000 - 1 890 000 HUF -, and overnight the 2009 models became £7000-ish. But that bike was a lot simpler and about 15kgs heavier than this. 48bhp, Single, 5 speed, no ABS, No TRC, Basic Instruments. After 11 years for that price increase you get a lot more and better bike. Fuel prices gone up by 30% as well - compared to 2011. Oh, just get heated grips for it!!! Have a great week!

[@zacarias961]

Conical handlebar are tougher, lighter, look great and reduce vibration and fatigue on your hands, arms and all upper body. ;) Great review, great bike !!

[@dcg44s]

I am really,really impressed by this bike. No one dislikes it or says negative things that I have seen. You can find bikes that do specific things better such as off road,touring,sport riding,etc. but they do only that single task better. This thing does a bit of everything and does it well. What is there not to like. If this motorcycle were a meal it would be a buffet,what do you want today? 😀

[@AivarsSilins]

As far as I know, was told, on loose surface in straights you have to put most of the weight to rear so that forks can soak all the bumps, and only when turning, put more weight on front and if needed let rear slide a bit

[@jeffloucks2120]

Depends... that's what makes off-road fun.

[@WTF1wr1ownage]

Awaited this review, might be an replacement later on

[@dillonrobinson8468]

Cager your ,reviews are bang on pal . Very well put together. In a very funny way . You always seem to make me laugh. Well done to you iv just Brought the tennere. And your right it's amazing 👏. Peace ✌ banyard uk

[@erkutgurun]

If you had an X-ADV, would you sell it for the Tenere 700? Coz thats the dilemma I'm facing right now. The xadv is a 90/10% on-road/off-road bike where the T7 seems more like 40/60. I do both. However I like doing the easy off-road versions Dakar style by gas'sing it. With the xadv it feels like the bike will fall apart when going full throttle through hard gravel. However the xadv has some perfect twisties riding like the tracer, where you can really lean the bike. I might only miss that. So having a hard decision.

[@skyworks1621]

That is why Africa twin comes out with less the 800 cc in 2020. Lower weight, better of road.

[@SickBikeDude]

Price aside, the main thing that sells me on this bike is what you’ve said...its ruggedness. You cant take every “adventure” bike on every road. But this one, you can. And thats exactly what i need from an adventure bike. Some adventure bikes are too pretty and would cost too much to repair if you drop it somewhere off road. I dont see that being a problem with this one. 🤷🏻‍♂️ it looks great, runs great, its simple. Go everywhere bike, Sold me. Great review!

[@EfferusZangetsu]

I did a back to back test ride of the Tracers 7 & 9 and then also the Tenere (I am looking for a more comfortable bike for my long legs). I hated the Tracer 7 and the 9 made me feeling kind of meh. I would not trade in my Z900 for any of them. But the Tenere, oh boy, that one had me grinning ear to ear the whole time. I am one longer test ride away from switching to it.

[@hubert1142]

ima put it into my garage next to mt10. Great review Cager

[@kevinwestwood6668]

Excellent review cager,this bike was developed by yamahas dakar race team,and people forget,yamaha have vast off road background,wining at the highest level,in motocross,enduro,dakar etc.

[@whatsgoingon71]

I've been looking forward to this video, Cager! What is your opinion on the wind screen? Is it tall enough to prevent buffeting?

[@disekjoumoer]

Good ride review there, man. Thanks for giving us a bit of ride feeling info.

[@hardworkingamerican8847]

Great review . Yes Yamaha has a winner winner chicken dinner with this bike . One thing I tried out when I started riding my 2019 DR650 was along with the safety gear I tried on these Nike sports padded underwear . They are made for football like NFL or college football high school football etc . They are minimal for impact protection but with a good pair of adventure pants you should be okay . They help a little with the harder seats . You can find other padded sports type underwear that can help also . Under Armor Nike Adidas etc .

[@deanchild9848]

Great review COT2 I must admit I have been looking at this one.....

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Great review....it seems like a brilliant all round bike...at a sensible price!. Hope you end up buying one and continue to review it! Cheers, Steve

[@alanwright9112]

Three bikes in mind for next bike. Africa twin standard, tenere 700 or v strom 650.

[@alpap1980]

Some Tenere 700 riders reported a jerkiness when opening the throttle from totally closed position. Have you experienced the same? Thank you!

[@longgowhereto]

You should tell us how tall you are and which seat you use. I ride the 1200 and think to "upgrade" to this, if Yamaha ever will send one to Germany for a test ride. Btw I disagree with you on the new Africa (before the XT I rode a 1999 Africa - wonderful bike). The steering has a strange angle so that my hands were not that relaxed.

[@konfitura]

Test bikes should be out next month. As for now Yamaha sends out only bikes for clients, not for dealers. I rode one and being a tall guy I must say that the bike needs bar risers out of the box. The bike rides really nice, but for someone of my size feels a bit too small. And don't get me wrong the bike is tall as hell, just a little small.

[@thejohnnerparty]

I like this video. It sold me on the Tenere 700. Thank you. .... Where do you live? The area looks good for riding.

[@lukaszjaskulski5818]

If you add extras it will be in price range of Moto guzzi v 85 tt

[@SimstarzGaming]

ur opinion, Africa Twin or Tenere 700 and why.... i am in between those 2 and as you had said they are competitor ;)

[@bseidem5112]

19" rear wheel? 21/18 is common. How does it compare to the Vstrom 650 you tested awhile back, on road and off?

[@BenTV73]

Sorry not meaning to be facetious or disrespect your analogy but Dr Jekyll was the calm nice side Mr Hyde was the monster.

[@anxiousappliance]

True, but Mr. Hyde was a notoriously slow rider.

[@BenTV73]

@@anxiousappliance 😆😆

[@GuidedMotorbikeTours]

Why are you comparing with the AT. It's a completely different bike other than the wheels are the same size. Africa Twin is a bike all on its own. Its difficult to compare it as there is very little out there that is similar to it

[@istra70]

Did you try AJP PR7 light adventure bike ??? Full rally raid replica with Husqvarna heritage made in Portugal ...... best bike for off road single trails and can do some road mileage. Much lighter than Tenere, bigger tank and full off road suspension. Would like your comment on that .... Thanks for posting

[@davidleoncampbell]

If it comes to the US, the adventure riders are going to hate it due to the 'small' gas tank (only 4.2 US gallons-anything under 6 gallons they complain)..

[@MeThorvald]

Already saw comments complain about that :3 I'm a simple man - anything that rides more than 200km on one tank is worth my interest (had XV1700 Warrior that could go for a bit more than 195).

[@jonerikgreene1175]

davidleoncampbell good! If those people don’t buy one it will be easier for me to find one when they go on sale.

[@jeffloucks2120]

@@jonerikgreene1175 Lets hope !

[@MegaConcentrado]

Cager achas que a potência é suficiente? Não deixa a desejar ? Tenho que experimentar uma !

[@MegaConcentrado]

@@CagerOnTwoWheels gosto da parte da mota conseguir fazer tudo...desde andar na cidade ...ou até ir ao campo e fazer uma grande aventura. Adoro isso. E com pendura ? Quando andas na tracer com a tua mulher sentes falta de potência ? Para ultrapassar? Ou dentro dos limites de velocidade não há problema nenhum?

[@MegaConcentrado]

@@CagerOnTwoWheels epa tenho mesmo que ver se a mota convence ...a nível estético e o que oferece é o que quero e procurava numa mota.... preço acho muito bom! Assim como tu estou tentando, se tivesse já experimentado já tinha comprado. Agora é vender a hornet primeiro!

[@jeffbritton6686]

Love to know how it would do on a 50 mile on road between firt roads with buffeting fatigue

[@bilko1971]

Great review, please can you review the Royal Enfield Himalayan.

[@rubengualdino7867]

Cager when the review to the Triumph scrambler 1200? Keep the good job!!!

[@MeThorvald]

I've heard that Honda's gonna revive TransAlp (or was that Valparaiso ?). But until then, I'm generally curious if I should go for S10/R1200GS/Africa (used) or T7 (new) if I'm thinking about occasional off-roading and more of semi long range touring (let's say 400km / day). And I mean nothing hardcore like sand dunes or 1 meter of mud.

[@V4zz33]

S10 for days! I had my Super Tenere after riding 2008 built 660 Tenere, and I would never go back, unless it was for Pure offroading. A brand New Africa Twin owner sat on my Super10, he was about 5'9"/175cm - I'm 6'4"/193cm - and said: Shit, I should have gotten this over the Africa Twin... straight after just landing on the seat and reaching for the controls. But do test rides on the bikes you consider, or if you can't just ask around for detailed long term owner reviews. When it comes to maintenance and repair costs, ask for prices as well! Don't forget, who can afford a GS can possible afford the repair and service cost as well thus will possible talk down on those figures.;)) 2010 Super Tenere's are "dirt" cheap. Reliable, simple, good on long trips, and if you keep the speeds down, you can get far with a 23 litre tank;))) If you're in the UK, you can get 2010 Super 10s from £5500 with extra,s with about 30 000+ Miles and you don't have to worry about the valve clearances either. I got the major service done at 24 000 miles, paid £70 in parts, valves were in spec. Someone done it after 40K miles, and still was in spec. I am advertising mine for £6500 for the looks and for the exquisite sound, if you're around /Bristol, UK and interested;)) You can watch a couple of videos of my bike as well. Just selling mine to change it to my other childhood dream bike, nothing is wrong with my Super10;)) SHAFT DRIVE!;))) And feel free to ask questions about the Super 10. Well, about the first/second year models;)))

[@MeThorvald]

@@V4zz33 Aye - S10 is cheaper in every aspect in comparison with GS. I was only sitting on Africa and always thought that either my legs are in wrong position while they are on the ground, or it's just the placement of the pegs that gets in the way xD I hope that Yamaha will 'upgrade' S10 sooner than later, because the gap to the BMW is getting bigger and bigger (I like GSA for it's bulky looks from the front, and possibly only for that xD).

[@V4zz33]

@@MeThorvald If you're planning on going for long trips than comfort is kind of important;)) But you can always stop for a little refueling so can stretch;)) I rode mine back from Carlisle to Bristol second week of February, and I only started to feel my bum after 3 hours when I had to refuel anyway. Just in case;)) 5 hours trip with a used bike, and I had no problems with this idea. Would you be this confident on anything used with about 23 000miles on the clock? I mean, non-Japanese bikes. I wouldn't be. I don't think that you can put price tag on reliability when the most reliable one already costs thousands less than its competition. The only things that I wanted from the S10 to be upgraded were: Standard windscreen, Useless for my height at 6'4 Standard Cruise Control - it is after '13 models Standard dual exhaust - no chance by looking at the standards, nowadays. Apart from weight, I do not think that there is any real world riding advantage to the GS. Anything that can matter in the ride, you can get that on both bikes, and silly stuff for the GS. Haha, and the S10 does not have that fugly beak;))) What would you like to see on the S10 upgraded?

[@MeThorvald]

​@@V4zz33 Well - I don't really know what they could put into S10 to make it better. The only thing I know that people complain is how linear and 'boring' the engine is (didn't ride one so I don't know), while new 1250GS is 'fun to ride'. I just hope that Yamaha will refresh the looks without changing the dash (simple yet very effective) and sitting position :D I dislike new dashes on Tracer 900 GT / R1. And if we're talking about touring - MV AGUSTA TURISMO VELOCE 800 looks so damn good :3

[@V4zz33]

@@MeThorvald Yeah, I feel the same, but I don't think that's a problem, but just shows how good the bike is, as it is in its current package. The looks of the GS didn't change much, it was just the KTMs that got a major face uplift, but that again, just like the Beemer's beak is divisive. I don;t know what they mean, unless it's a strong love bias towards the GS. Would 20bph mean that much more fun? You can get the ECU reprogrammed for a couple of hundred quid, and that will give you 20bhp over 5500rpm. Did they try it in Sport or Turing mode? The S10 that is. I haven't ridden many bikes, so Can;t really compare it to anything from the same range. All I can say is, that it gets me up easy to 100mph in several seconds, and from 3000rpm in 3rd-4th-5th it becomes a rocket. 6th gear, 60mph at 3000rpm and to accelerate from there it is a bit mellow in response but about 3500-3700 it goes again. But this slow response only happens in 6th gear, so not even in 5th. The other thing is, is the perception of speed. You just don't feel the speed on the Super10 till about 100mph. Your only way to tell that how fast you're going is to your speed relative to your environment and if you look at the speedo. I feel the 80mph as I would do 40... In my opinion this just ads to its touring prowess, where you don't want to be fatigued quickly. So all I can say is, that I think reviewers just don't have the time to get the bikes well for obvious reasons, so they compare their inputs with their previous experiences, which is going to be skewed a bit, because other manufacturers have different styles, but many bike within their range with similar styles, so they get use to how those bikes feel to ride and how to ride it. The Super10 is different, that''s all to it. By the way, the intake noise over 3000 sounds and feels like if you'd be sitting in a F4U Corsair... that whistle is lovely!;))) Regarding to the MV Agusta: each of their own. I don't like its look of it. Not for me;)) Looks like a futuristic alien bug. But It reminds me to the Protoss Probe from StarCraft 2, and that is cute though.;))) So I'm torn;)) Oh, but I do love the triple pipes!;)) BAck to the SuperT: I agree, the dash is as good as it gets. It's super informative, won't overload you with useless info, allows you to concentrate on the road. But this goes back to the 660 Ten as well. The bike won't distract you from observing the traffic around you. During my 30 000+ miles riding the 660 and 1200, I only had to hit the breaks hard several times, and I'm using them for commuting, in heavy traffic, and on busy motorways. And I rarely go slower than 80mph on motorways.Unless I have to be in completely eco riding mode;))) Haha, as a last bit: In town, you keep it a bit over 3000 in 3rd gear - you're breaking the speed limit anyways - and you can play around and be a hooligan if you want;))) The sweet gruntie sound it makes gives you a wide smile on your face;))) But any how, just give a chance to the Super10, you won't regret trying it, and just keep in mind what I've mentioned here.;)) And it is one of the most capable offroading one out of the big Adventure Tourers. Cheers

[@manuelfvdias]

That's ok. And when can we have the review on the Ajp Pr7?

[@OperationFoxley19441]

The tank could be bigger, too small at 16ltrs, the V strom 650 seems better

[@SuperWolffie]

when you are standing on your bike , you can make slides and small powerdrifts in the corner with playing with the trottle in a much better way........even I can do that and I am not a prof...

[@AlexanderGeorgiev-Marck]

what do you think about wind protection?

[@vim1471]

How was the seat height ? Were you able to flat foot it ?

[@iDuca88]

88 cm

[@beomsukim3929]

Tenere 700 should be my next move up

[@imopn]

I would love this bike but that tank size is too small for me. Has the fuel range of a scooter. Some basic traction control and corner ABS would have been nice too. I would have been happy to pay for those extra options

[@jeffloucks2120]

Only traction control it has is your right hand.

[@kirantamang9668]

You can definitely pay more for the options you mentioned, just not for this bike though. Might I recommend the new Africa Twin may be ..

[@chazzer666]

I thought the bash plate was stock?

[@hakanunal5300]

Did you buy it?

[@dexio85]

Best feature of this bike is honestly just price. But you get what you are paying for.

[@alpap1980]

Is there a comparison with the KTM 790 Adventure R?

[@alrightdave6135]

Al Pap very different bikes at totally different price and power points..and the Yamaha will be reliable plus £3000 cheaper

[@alpap1980]

@@alrightdave6135 why totally different bikes? Both are off-road adventure bikes with 21/18 wheels about same weight and height. Ktm has 20hp more and more electronics. They belong to the same category. So the question that arises is one do the 3000pounds difference reflect the difference in terms of performance etc? Is the Ktm more competent on the road, off-road with better touring capabilities or not?

[@alrightdave6135]

@@alpap1980 I think the price and power gaps sum it up. I am in the market for t700, but not a ktm. There is nothing to compare the t7 in its power and price brackets but plenty to compare the ktm to (gs850/tiger800 etc). Adding to that the t700 has no electronics etc abs..so it's price, power and spec are just not comparable

[@alpap1980]

@@alrightdave6135 the BMW 850gs adventure or the tiger800 are way heavier and maybe more expensive than the Ktm. They maybe more comfortable on the highway but they surely lose on off-road and onroad but the highway...in my opinion one looking for a true off-road adventure bike twin cylinder is into one dilemma...T700 or 790 Adventure R?

[@andrejkumer]

mud mud mud mud mud.....yet at 14:41 the bike, bashplate, tyres have no mud on them? XD a street bike could ride on such roads...tho a bit slower and more carefull. i would want to buy the bike but: 1. its still too heavy for real offroad use 2. its not designed for a 2nd passenger + luggage 3. the xt 660 tennere was 6k euros... this model is 9.8k euros...lol

[@gelul12]

Maybe i missed it but how is the seat on a long drive?

[@alrightdave6135]

gelul12 I saw another review and they said the seat was awful

[@fahmi9]

Funny you said the suspension is good when practically every other reviewer says it is bad which has put me off buying the bike. But then I realise that all those other reviewers are reviewing the bike from such a technical and advanced viewpoint whereas cager is more of a normal rider like most of us here. And if he finds it good, then I’m sure I will too. I mean, let’s be real. I’m not gonna take the bike to do very technical and extreme offroad stuff anyway.

[@zardportugal]

Convencido agora? Vais fazer a troca?

[@weareonebrain1610]

what reservation nr was that...want mine now

[@GasCanZa]

Ktm 790 r next please

[@mlmotovlogger]

Ideal seria ter uma dessas para complementar a outra. Abraço!

[@davidbesant]

22:44 careful you're turning into Jake the Garden Snake!

[@davidleoncampbell]

Approx $10,000 Euros converts to over $11,000 in the US...If they try to sell that for over $10,000 US dollars, it will be DOA...Riders in the US are not going to pay those bucks for a 689CC Yamaha..

[@ssreckov]

ok haha

[@stopper90004]

So wrong. This competes with the KTM 790 or Triumph 800 adv bikes. Both are better equipped, but at least 2 to 3000 more (plus 1500 markup by dealers on ktm). This is a genuine twin, long distance runner that will kill a big portion of the KTM 690 Enduro market.

[@Kal-zo5ym]

11k no problem. Looking forward to the T7 release in the US.

[@davidleoncampbell]

@@stopper90004 Yea, but it isnt a ktm, or Triumph, or a BMW...It is a Yamaha...I know plenty of riders who will pay for what they perceive as a higher end bike (european, Italian) than a Japanese bike...

[@TommyNitro]

davidleoncampbell I’d happily choose this over the European bikes.

dr Jekyll is not the monster one.

[@alfbas]

KTM 790 adventure, pls

[@sv650nyc7]

So it seems all you need is a more comfortable seat and you have the perfect affordable adventure bike.

[@HawkEyeMonkey]

agora sim

[@danmac0]

És português? Pelo sotaque..

[@JasonSchoeman]

I had a 2016 xt 660 z, I really loved that bike, really loved it. The engine was a single, and it had beast torque. I do not like the twin-cylinder on this bike.

[@roadwarrior8560]

I'll never understand why people want to ride through shit, I'd much rather be on a good tarmac road with sunshine and good grippy tyres.

[@jeeves6490]

Because sometimes the best places to go aren't easy to get to. Not all of us are sunny days and smooth tarmac riders. Where you are counts too, where I live, dirt road isn't uncommon and the further you are from urban centres the more likely there will be dirt roads. Like most things, the right tool can make the job easy and fun.

[@anxiousappliance]

One thing about riding on dirt: When you hit tarmac, your love of it is renewed.

[@anxiousappliance]

@@jeeves6490 So all street riders are sunny days on smooth roads? Ha ha - next time you're on a split frost heaved mountain road with big logging trucks hell bent for leather - well,,, tell me how tough that root was to get over. LOL.

[@jeeves6490]

@@anxiousappliance Not all of us, but I've known a few. And yeah, done a few logging roads, tend to be dirt here, limited visibility generally, churned up by enormous trucks carrying huge weights, driven by guys who replicate formula 1 in 60 tons of vehicle.

[@andreborges3849]

anxiousappliance ? Actually the other way around for me. Everyone’s got a different cup of tea.

[@simonlutt9849]

It is not my kind of bike. It looks like a would-be-Dakar-Bike, what I really think is kind of ugly and even though people think it is priceworthy, I don't! Not at all. It's at least about a 1000€ too heavy on the price tag! BUT.... If you are a Offroadrider you might think otherwise, or even like to hate me for my opinion. That's allright. I've encountered such an experience before. But I won't change my mind about this bike anyway. I don't like the 21"-tyre at the front, because they look so tiny (in terms of width) and incapable of doing a good road job (compared to a 19"- or even a17"-rim). Yes, it is supposed to go onroad and offroad. But Offroad-capabilities are useless to me, simply because I don't want to do the cleaning and I don't like this constant unsteady feel on the bike. If you like that, than buy that bike, I won't. I just like the seating-position, the looks and the size of an adventure-bike, because I'm a tall guy myself (like the V-Strom, the Tigers and the R1200 GSA). I'm not that guy who thinks a supersportsbike is the thing to ride, because I think that they are primarily uncomfortable and comfort is an absolute must have! So much for this video, that I liked anyway.

[@sv650nyc7]

If you never intend to go off-road this is not the bike for you anyways.

[@simonlutt9849]

@@sv650nyc7 True!

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Nice review; i think, im sure, you’re in love 😘.

[@filipefonseca3335]

the place you are riding is forbidden for motorcycles... Sintra trails are only for bicycles. Be aware !