Great bike. Yamaha needs the bring to it to North America ASAP. It’s about time that more manufacturers realized that not every bike needs to have NASA level electronics and cost as much as the space shuttle.

@chewwi34

5 жыл бұрын

The truth has been spoken

@DifferentSpokesTV

5 жыл бұрын

Yes we have those but the Tenere will be a bit better for long highway miles.

@ragnargustafsson6637

5 жыл бұрын

I have ridden my T700 for 500 miles now. I really hope that you Americans get this bike too. Don't loose patience and buy something else. It will be worth the wait.

@ragnargustafsson6637

5 жыл бұрын

@@MrLunithy I have ridden my T700 for 500 miles now. You can't compare the DR650 with T700. The DR650 belongs in a museum compared to the T700. ..... And no. The DR650 doesn't comply with European emission standards after 2005 so that was the last model year we got .

@forhesolovedtheworld

4 жыл бұрын

Take note KTM AND BMW

The perfect bike for stepping up from a 250~400 single cyl dual sport. Never will be able to justify a KTM or BMW adv bike (price wise). I guess, we here in the US, will be watching a lot of Tenere 700 videos till 2021. Excellent review. Thx

@777astercheese

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Didn't make sense to jump from a $2000 KLR to a $20,000 550lb Full Adventure bike. This, however, should fill a giant hole in the market.

I like that there are no electronics . Just a motor and tires. Something to depend on.

@ryantoner8132

4 жыл бұрын

Efi?

@michaelhayward7572

4 жыл бұрын

@@ryantoner8132 2010 on, cannot sell carb'd bikes, apart from the good ole USA, ya know climate change fake news etc...

The old Africa Twin did nothing best...but everything well... It wasn’t the fastest but it’s engine would pull you out of anything. The more I describe the old Africa Twin...the more it sounds like this 700 Ténéré! So the Ténéré is the new Africa Twin I was waiting for...

@aldoagnellini756

4 жыл бұрын

i agree. the new africa twin is a beautiful machine, but she has too much electronic in my opinion. i hope in a 70ish hp version of the cb 500 x

Simon!!! I used to read your writings in Performance Bikes, still do!!!

Nice review. I was waiting for the bike to come in NA but i’ll buy the honda AT instead. Ty the review really help me making my choice

I could afford the 2019 Suzuki DR650 with money leftover for gear upgrades and whatever adventure comes to mind . I liked that it was lighter than the KLR and built a bit more for offroad stuff . It's my first motorcycle and I really really like it . Being a beginner rider I practice in my hometown doing the basics and getting to know what it likes and doesn't . Just swapped out the battery for a feather weight lithium battery changed the mirrors to Double Take ADV mirrors ( love those ) added Thumper Jockey pod lights ( took 2 hours of mostly where do I put the mounts and what position . Running the wiring harness was an adventure also ) . What a difference those lights make . Replaced the brake light with an LED light , safer and brighter . Got my Klim Badlands Pro pants , get the matching jacket next month . Swapped the seat out but I am not sure it's going to work like I wanted it to . The dealer recommended the Suzuki gel seat and what sold me was it lowered the height by about an inch . But the thing is too wide when I stand , it isn't tapered like the stock seat . Very uncomfortable . And those 6 bumpers are a bitch to change , my thumb still hates me . Didn't get a chance to test ride it yet since California decided to turn a million customers power off because of wind . Let me have a bean and cheese burrito and i'll give them some wind , idiots . Really like Yamaha's new bike . So what's the deal , we can't get one here in the states yet ? . As soon as one is available I want to take it for a test ride . Like to see if the added weight compared to my bike makes a big difference . Anyway great video and be safe out there .

Thanks for the review! How does the new Ténéré compare to the Vstrom 650 in what concerns comfort, wind protection and overall capability for long travels?

Great review and I do love the competition comparison 👍

Hey guys thanks for the video! Just wondering what the engine performance is like between the tenere and something like the versys 650 or the v strom 650? Which of the bikes feel like it has more torque? Or which one cruises better on a highway or which has the higher top speed? Thanks guys!

Just wondering how mutch Weight traction controll and Cruise controll would give the bike.. för 1 sekund sedan

Delighted to see it finally headed to the States. The lack of electronic doodads doesn't faze me one bit. I haven't spent 40+ years behind handlebars just so that I can drop 20 grand on a 600 pound bike that tries to ride itself.

I think I'll have to be getting myself one of these

Who was first to use that intro music? I first remember hearing it as the intro music for Autocar (though edited differently)

Thanx! Really nice review. Nice music! Please, help me out here. What’s the name of the artist/group/song?!?

Great review, thanks!

what is this ABS and traction control on the bike ?newer had one :))

How does it feel compared to the KTM 790 Adventure and Adventure R?

Great report. Thanks

I'd be very happy with one. Never had a bike with cruise control. Top box, centrestand, engine protection bars and somewhere I can fit my GPS - I get losses very easily.

Looks a great bike and I'm sure it will be reliable just like its bigger brother the super Tenere. Keeping the electronic package simple and inexpensive works for me, less to go wrong, less expensive to fix second hand in a few years. Would have this over the KTM Adventure R

on the road how is the windscreen?

but over here not much off-road worthy. Our easy off-roads are so narrow, gravel, rocks, steep down-hills ... a 250 cc adventure bike is the best for Japan. The Tenere is for Europe, US and Australia good ! Great video, thank you.

These roads......the roads..... And thx for the nice review Simon :)

This bike is sounding great to me so far. It's very minimalist which I think is a good thing, especially for advs which you should be ready to work on. A center stand would be cool, but I'm sure there will be an aftermarket one you can get. The only other thing I would like would be cruise control, but that's going away from the minimalist utilitarian design and I don't think it's possible anyway because it probably uses a throttle cable like the fz/mt07 which I have and love. One of those palm rest throttle sleeves would probably suffice. I don't care at all about traction control, not on a 70ish hp motorcycle.

don't know why every bike has to be compared to like a race, this bike is faster than this etc etc, 10% bike 90% rider

@michaelbaxter8249

4 жыл бұрын

It gives one who knows those other bikes perspective.

How does it do with a passenger

Hi, Can you please let me know what model is the Shark helmet that you`ve been wearing for this test?

@writestuffmedia

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, it''s a Shark Explore R - but I've a feeling it's discontinued. You might still able to get one though. It's my fave Shark helmet; wear with peak and goggles for off-road, just goggles for streebikes, but it also comes with a visor to turn it into a 'road' helmet. Comfy too.

Reliable,anyone can use it,cheaper more readily available parts from a more internationally organised dealer network and a no quibble warranty service. Best bit is there's less to go wrong and you can afford to fix it when you come off it.

Great review of a really good bike. However, your weight calculations need some re thinking, example there is no possible way that a wet KTM690 weighs 24kg more than a dry one (170kg v 146 kg), a litre of fuel weighs about 0.75 of a KG (depending on temp) and engine oil about 0.8KG. So 13.5 Litres of petrol weighs 10kg, 1.7 litres of oil weighs 1.36Kg. 3 litres of water weighs 3KG. Total about 14.36 KG at the outside, not 24 KG. In old money that is an error of more than 23 pounds! Now look at the other bikes quoted ! Not trying to be critical but unless you quote accurate weights just leave them out because otherwise it is pointless and missleading.

What music?

I absolutely agree that in this class of bike, traction control and all the rest is a waste. It will make servicing much cheaper as well. Not only which, but in the modern world, who can really use the power of the big machines?

cant decide between this one and the tiger 800/900. its actually 10000 pounds here in sweden, and a tiger around 12000-13000 is more bang for the buck. all the electronics,slipper clutch,tubless tires etc..

Just got one - still has the new bike smell

Not sure if it can be compared to the africa twin. It feels like a much bigger bike & noticeably heavier.

Anyone know what the estimate USD pricing will be?

@ridewherever

5 жыл бұрын

Hey man so far I’ve read $10,500 usd but who knows. I’m thinking it cant be over 11,500.

This will kill the AT everywhere except the motorway/autobahn. The lack of electronics and simplicity and relatively light weight is what proper travellers have been waiting for. It will be a huge sales success for Yamaha who have not followed the herd.

@SimstarzGaming

5 жыл бұрын

Michael Hayward i dont think its gonna kill the AT. I am in the market now i was wondering of i buy a at or wait for the t7. Both bike are awesome. But to travel long distance across canada, africa twin wins hands down!! For more offroad use t7 is better. 2 passenger AT win again. Would buy both lol

@grego10r

5 жыл бұрын

got at and geting this when in us at will be for sale

@SimstarzGaming

5 жыл бұрын

@@grego10r really? i am curius, why are the reason to change to the T7?

@grego10r

5 жыл бұрын

@@SimstarzGaming 100 lb less

@bithynian3700

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, for two up AT would be light years better. I think this is a solo Adventure bike. Of course you can carry someone behind you. But if we ask the passenger, he/she would tell the AT compartment is way comfortable between the two.

Through videos it looks like a sweet ass bike - i need to ride it though..ya just never know until you actually ride it. Black and high viz is the best color for me The seat will def suck ass so thats bummer - when the bike is available in the states, there will be after market comfort seats I’m sure.

How about Tenere 700 as a first bike? Would it be too much bike?

@milanekrkane

5 жыл бұрын

Not at all, but any bike can be first... just go with your gut... easy as that. But be rational.

Hi, are the tyres tubeless?

@joryv1

4 жыл бұрын

Nope

Great bike, but I will have to continue my research due to passenger comfort. I prefer separated, more leveled seat for passenger over a long banana seat.

@Max-dj5qj

5 жыл бұрын

You can buy a separate one from Yamaha accessories

@ausforce1

5 жыл бұрын

I believe the seat is split between the passenger and rider. should be some great seat options being made right now for the aftermarket!

@christophedube7158

5 жыл бұрын

Wait for seat concept.

How does it compare to a V-Strom 650?

@JJamJ

3 жыл бұрын

@@roadwarrior8560 How would it kick its arse? certainly not off road. If you mean the v Strom is more comfortable for road use, then yes.

What's the point of buying a new bike that do not have any current technology, it's almost as heavy as bigger bikes, it's lcd is almost unreadable and hangs in the line of ground view? I will buy an used KTM for less money and more bike

Compared to the KTM 790 Adventure R?

@artjomvideo923

5 жыл бұрын

Only japan. Ktm 🔧🔧🔩🔩🔧🔧🔧🔧🛠🔨😁😁😁

The weight declared for KTM 790 ADV it is not correct. 189 kg dry + 20l (20kg) + Oil (3lt = 3kg) -> total app 213 kg

@Xavii1986

4 жыл бұрын

20l of fuel is 15 kg +/- ....

195kg is a “lump”? Seriously? I can’t even think of another ADV as light as the 660. Don’t even mention the 690 because it and adventure travel don’t fit in the same sentence.

are the tyres tubeless?

@duncancooper5065

4 жыл бұрын

@@roadwarrior8560 deal breaker

Good bike but I don't believe that banana seat is all-day comfort.

@gelul12

4 жыл бұрын

Geordi La Forge personal preference i guess

@GeordiLaForgery

4 жыл бұрын

@@gelul12 Yeah my first bike was a suzuki dr125 and it had a seat like this, so painful for long journeys.

@MagicAyrtonforever

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly - Rallye seat for the win

@murraydupley9330

4 жыл бұрын

banana seat you can change you position on it not stuck in one place the whole ride

@alanbstard4

4 жыл бұрын

use a sheep's skin

@1:14 KTM 690 Enduro R weight is 146 kg, not 170 kg. 24kg is not so small difference.

@ridewithmitch

5 жыл бұрын

yeah but it's the dry weight. so 146kg + ca. 14l fuel + somewhat amount of oil, cooling liquid etc. So it will nearly be 170kg.

@LeUvula

5 жыл бұрын

@@ridewithmitch My bad. You are right. The list describes bikes with wet weights. Cheers.

Just bought a used T7with all the trimmings for less than 8k with 2k on the clock so very chuffed. Personally, I would have liked less weight but they would probably have to put a thumper engine in it. 165kg would be better for off road,guess you cannot have it all!

It is always so funny listening to British people talk about ADV bikes, the comments of "hardly anyone will ride this bike any further then a dirt road"or the classic British line "green way".. Get real mate this bike will be going over humps and jumps off drops in mud holes and brutal outback trails everyday of the week at least it seems in every country except soft as butter England. :)

@dracer35

4 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking. I take every big adventure/dual sport bike I can get my hands on around the local motocross track and then through the trails to see what it's made of. So far my 950 Super Enduro has been my favorite but I'm looking forward to getting a ride on one of them new 790's if I can ever find one in person.

I heard in another video that the *Yamaha Tenere* - T700 falls / crashes noticeably more than other off road bikes in the same conditions. Something to check out if you are "seriously" planning on buying one. BUT... The 2020 Yamaha T700 (Tenere) is a good basic bike. *_I strongly suggest_* you avoid the temptations by the industry & dealers making their videos on the T700. Never, ever buy a brand new design i.e. 1.0. WAIT about two to three years for the: - fixes to the design bugs & issues - improvements/modernizations like on the Honda Africa Twin & now Adventure Sport version - aftermarket parts & accessories to be available - for other folks not wise enough to wait, to buy it and spend their money not yours Something to think about that I am sure the video maker agrees with.

I didn't touch the speed of the video at 1,5x

motocicleta é vida. yamaha muito mais

What I like more of the T700? It's a good bike and does what a 790 adv does without raping your wallet. I've tested the 790 standard on offroad and it is a big no-go for me. Very disappointed. You have to buy the R version as minimum. A lot of money... justified only for professional racer, IMO.

is the bike made in Japan or europe?

@christophedube7158

5 жыл бұрын

Both, the one you'll get depends on where you live.

@benjaminlim8759

5 жыл бұрын

@@christophedube7158 you mean this bike is made in both europe and japan?

@christophedube7158

5 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminlim8759 yes, so depending on where you live, the bike you buy will be from France or Japan.

@benjaminlim8759

5 жыл бұрын

@@christophedube7158 thank you for that information

@hastbeybrilian3577

4 жыл бұрын

Engine build in Indonesia 😄

Will this have cruise control as an option?

@PhilbyFavourites

5 жыл бұрын

@Lanzy4lee: I wouldn't have thought so. I have a BMW R1200R with cruise control and I rarely use it. Mundane 40 mph town dual carriageways where you know our wonderful traffic officers wait with a van and no traffic to catch you. It's ideal for that but for road use it's not as useful as you find with a car. I'm sure there's a myriad of views. Back to this bike if I had the cash I'd have this as second bike - years ago I had an XT600E on an ‘03 plate, that was great fun (and whisper it quietly no cruise control either...).

@Lanzy4lee

5 жыл бұрын

Phil B thanks for your reply Phil good point

@martynapeters

5 жыл бұрын

Cable throttle so no cruise or ride modes available......thankfully :)

Them wheels tubeless? I'd want that.

@Ellakk666

5 жыл бұрын

Nope.

@robertpolkamp

4 жыл бұрын

Can't imagine patching a tube.

@Jesustheonlymediator

4 жыл бұрын

@@robertpolkamp yeah they should all be going tubeless now, like BMW

bare minimum. and that's why i love this machine. by the way, nice jacket! anyone knows the brand?

@writestuffmedia

4 жыл бұрын

I get asked about that a lot. It's a Tucano Urbano Gulliver (I think it's discontinued but you can still get them). www.motostorm.it/en/clothing/jackets/tucano-urbano-gulliver-jacket-dark-beige.html

If they has put mt09 engine in this it would have been nice

@aldoagnellini756

4 жыл бұрын

yes and no: with the mt09 engine you would have more horses, and therefore, probably, more electronic, more difficulties to make it in line with the a2 license and higher price. not to mention the risk of cannibalizing customers of the super tenèrè 1200. a bit like it happened with the ktm 1090 that despite being a great bike was taken out of production very quickly

he says like not having all that electronic crap is a problem lol

It is better than any ktm ever made ...

I just put shinkos on my fzo7 now I'm headed to the woods to go pretend Im on a tenere 700 😁2020🎁🎉🎆

@akribela

4 жыл бұрын

Did that with my 06 FZ6 , used Avon Trailriders AV53/54. Worked well to get me into campgrounds.

Yamaha just need to fix the plus 2000 thousand dollars you need to spend to get the bike with proper extras

Tenere 700, launched at 8399, later rise to 8699 after July, now 8999 towards end of the Year. 790 Adventure 11099 now drop to 9999. While its the market, but piss of Yamaha.

a 790 kick it's arse? Maybe. Maybe not

Gravel road /= off road...

Wait till Himalayan 650 comes

@cullennowell

4 жыл бұрын

lol

Low range offroad intro music.

@writestuffmedia

4 жыл бұрын

Very true. I just watched it again and you're dead right.

That word again...entry level ...... for who? so annoying and repetitive....i have been riding for 30 years i would buy this tomorrow if the seat was better for longer distance touring .....i would buy this over a hippo 1250GS and its priced accordingly for a no frills just get on with it bike ......

@jimhackney4727

5 жыл бұрын

Well said! That phrase irritates me to no end. "Entry level" is a term for people who think a bike must have at least 1000cc's to be considered a "real bike", and that's just ridiculous. I'll stick with my Honda CB500X Rally Raid any day of the week compared to a 550 or 600lb bike.

@sinki19841984

5 жыл бұрын

Price wise it is entry level. And that's a good thing because the things it's lacking (electronics) don't bring anything to the riding experience. The only thing 'missing' is cruise control. I wish more brands would bring 'entry level' bikes like the t700!

@alanbstard4

4 жыл бұрын

exactly

@kirantamang9668

4 жыл бұрын

@@sinki19841984 not really, Royal Enfield Himalayan, CRF 250 Rally, Versys 300, KTM 390 Adventure, etc...these are the entry level Adv/Dual Sport bikes both in terms of price and engine capacity. Anything beyond these 200 to 400 cc segments are mid tier bikes, definitely not entry level adventure bikes.

16 ltr petroltank!?!?!?!? Adventure bike!? That's a big fault!

9min in still no review. Guy talking about facts of life.

@writestuffmedia

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I do waffle a bit; but mate, it's context. Review actually starts at 3:39 👍

Compromise because it does not have cruise control and flashy LCD screen?? 😂 Dude, get a grip. You don’t need that crap for adv riding.

Funny how you forget the DR650 lol

@matyxcz

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, 30kg lighter, by grand and a bit cheaper, durable, offroad capable while fairly sucking on road suspension and NO LONGER manufactured ..... BUT! 75hp/68nm vs 56hp/46nm ... that's what makes the difference in usability AND versatility. With my wife, we are enjoying our nakeds (Z900 and Street Triple 765R), but we would also like to make longer journeys to, let's say less civilized ends of our region (i.e. Europe, which represents eastern part of for this topic), and sports bikes don't cope well with roads there. So we are looking for bikes to load up for 2-3 weeks and be able to go reasonable fast pace onroad, easy in light off-road, and survive few kilometers here and there in mid off-road without having to lift up tons if things don't go that well. And at the same time, not paying fortune for "high-end" crossover enduro like Africa Twin or 'high-end" crossover tourer like BMW1250 or so. And that's where T700 comes just right in place. With DR650 you get a ton of offroad capability but really poor street, highway and twisties performance, with KLR650 you get weight and not gain much on top. T700 is the right answer for those needs - however I have to admit, that like 30-40kg decrease in weight would be perfect, but realistically not possible at this price point.

Standard 790 will kick this bike off-road? Must strongly disagree.

@1998TDM

5 жыл бұрын

A recent Italian comparison test would seem to agree with you if auto translate can be trusted.

@sllukas

4 жыл бұрын

@@the_g371 You mean that just by looking at the bike or You drive one? Received Tenere week ago, made 1k this weekend, I must say they figured out the mass distribution pretty well even though it's not looking like that. Ten feels really light and sitting on both bikes I really can't tell that KTM feels lighter because what they did with fuel tank. But feeling is also subjective matter, I'll be very happy to hop on 790 again and check that out :)

@Xavii1986

4 жыл бұрын

​@@the_g371 It all depends on the user, i love my 790 because of all the electronics. The ABS works incredible. I've got saved by it a few times already (emergency stops in the rain) and also by the traction control while being too enthousiastic on the throttle (again) in the rain. I'm a new rider since 8 months so forgive me for these mistakes but i'm glad i didnt need to learn it 'the hard way' like some people suggest (like being hospitalize is better..) When i ride with my gf as pillion i put in in rain mode and it's buttery smooth throttle response. Street mode is really wel balanced and the torque is so addictive. I don't get the issue with the rider modes really? Put in Rally mode and click on the rider mode u prefer, disable ABS and you can adjust traction control level on the go! Settings don't reset in rally mode.. I'm only 175 and can easily balance this bike even with the 880 seat height. No explanation needed for the suspension i guess.. I bought this bike for 12000 euro's. How is the T700 cheap??? i don't get it? I understand that alot of people don't need gadgets/electronics etc.. but. You get the best traction control and ABS on the market. TFT screen super easy controlable. Best suspension possible on a ADV bike. Superpowerfull engine with a 450km range. Tubeless wheels... I haven't ridden one before but seeing these reviews i'm sure it's an amazing bike to ride. I sat on one during a motorcycle fair and all components looked cheap. I think this motorcycle should be priced 8000Euro's that would be cheap.

Africa Twin is 230 kg wet - NOT 232. 690 Enduro R is NOT 170 kg wet - it's somewhere around 160. Don't use the numbers at all if you can't get them straight.

The ktm 690 just keeps getting heavier and heavier.

£8400, it’s a mugs game 😆

You said the word "compromise" ten times, and "entry level" a few times, which sounds quite negative. Other reviews are much more positive.

That blue paint scheme is absolutely horrendous! Prefer the racing red colour scheme.

welcome, to my paid for by yamaha review...... here's the truth..... haha

@writestuffmedia

4 жыл бұрын

Truth is, they didn't pay a penny. I was robbed!

Hello

That list of things you "have to give up" are all rubbish anyway. The ride is what matters not things like cruise control.

@sinki19841984

5 жыл бұрын

Cruise control would be the only thing that matters in the list. Traction control, riding modes, bling tft dash....who cares. Give me a solid base with a good price and I'll keep the money I saved to dress it up myself.

@ianmason2296

5 жыл бұрын

@@sinki19841984 I have just finished a 1600 mile trip round Scotland and can honestly say I never once thought i wish I had cruise control

@Ellakk666

5 жыл бұрын

Thats why real bikers only use bicycles, its all about the ride not the bike 😂

The T700 has serious flaws. Only ABS on/off. Not possible to switch off only rear. Top-heavy. Lack of Ride-modes and TC is a matter of taste so that's not a flaw. Marketing says it's compact. 1590 mm wheel base. That's huge. Like a chopper. By the way. The weight of the 790 is 210 kg wet. Yamaha dry 187 kg 790 dry 189 kg. With the tanks low. It doesn't matter if tank is full or empty. Feels the same. The KTM is more expensive but worth it. 8500 km so far. Amazing bike.

@chrisssinstockholm

5 жыл бұрын

@@deyo8109 haha, I would actually rather ride a Yamaha for their solid reputation. Preordered the T700 but after swinging my leg over a KTM790S I woke up. Looked carefully on pictures of the T700 and realized that the T700 would not be much different than the top heavy hippo I allready had. A XT660ZA. (215 kg wet) I canceled the preorder and bought the 790. By the way, it's white and black. PS) I have had problem with the water leak described on the net. Embarrasing but not a major problem. The dealer took care of it.

@sllukas

5 жыл бұрын

Switching off ABS for front and rear wheel with one button was something I was really looking for 😁 Other electronics unnesesary for me personally. In term of heaviness I was expecting that by looking at the bike but suprisingly, it really low heavy, feels very light. Have ridden standard 790 for which I've been waiting for years and it happens to be totally not my pair of shoes. I love orange brand and yet have just sold Africa Twin and bought Tenere.

@sinki19841984

5 жыл бұрын

My 950 has no abs, no ride modes, no tc. It isn't compact either... So I guess the bike is one big flaw! Yamaha nailed it, keep it simple and cheap so you can build your own off-road machine from a solid base. 13.5k for a new 790r... they're nuts in Austria.

@gelul12

4 жыл бұрын

Google some of the issues people have with the new ktms. 790 and 1290 Its ridiculous at that price

@alphawolfadventures1470

4 жыл бұрын

chrisssinstockholm sure but is it 50% better?! Because that’s how much more a 790 will cost you and be real unless you’re Toby price you’re not pushing that 790. Hate all the Ktm comparisons with people that try to justify to themselves for overpaying for a motorcycle and not feeling dumb for it. Sure if money isn’t a thing 790 is better but I honestly like the looks of the 700 better but that’s subjective as far as off road goes i do have a Ktm 350 so no adventure bike will compete with that so for me why spend thousands more for a 790 that does a little better off road and likely isn’t as reliable (something not shown in specs) but let’s not argue Ktm vs Yamahas reliability and the added headaches of added tech (more things to go wrong) . In my opinion this is a bike that will get the job done and if you want better off road performance get a dirt bike

Awful display

forget the shit music & focus on the Bike.

Those twin LED headlights are dangerous. They look like a car way in the distance at night by oncoming cars. Stupid idea.

The old Africa Twin did nothing best...but everything well... It wasn’t the fastest but it’s engine would pull you out of anything.The more I describe the old Africa Twin...the more it sounds like this 700 Ténéré!So the Ténéré is the new Africa Twin I was waiting for...