Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

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Overview - Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2023

The Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 are both enduro motorcycles that offer excellent off-road capabilities. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the Yamaha Tenere 700 has a smaller bore of 80 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 88 mm. The Yamaha Tenere 700 also has a slightly lower engine power of 73 HP compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 95 HP. However, the Yamaha Tenere 700 has a higher torque of 68 Nm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 88 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. The Yamaha Tenere 700 has a slightly higher front suspension travel of 210 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 200 mm. However, both motorcycles have the same rear suspension travel of 200 mm.

In terms of chassis, the Yamaha Tenere 700 has a double cradle frame type, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a tubular, load-bearing engine frame type. Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The KTM 790 Adventure offers additional advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha Tenere 700 has a longer wheelbase of 1590 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 1509 mm. The Yamaha Tenere 700 also has a higher seat height of 880 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 840 mm. The KTM 790 Adventure has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters compared to the Yamaha Tenere 700's 16 liters. The KTM 790 Adventure also has a longer range of 476 km compared to the Yamaha Tenere 700's 372 km. Both motorcycles have the same rear tire width of 150 mm and rear tire diameter of 18 inches. However, the Yamaha Tenere 700 has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 21 inches.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles feature LED headlights and TFT displays. The KTM 790 Adventure offers additional connectivity features.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha Tenere 700 is praised for its robust and reliable appearance, sporty and sleek look, playful handling, and amazingly sporty and fun engine. It is also commended for its good workmanship, good chassis with a practical adjustment range, comparatively low weight, and toughness. The Yamaha Tenere 700 is considered very capable off-road with very good ergonomics.

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure is praised for its rev-happy engine with impressive power, low fuel consumption, excellent traction control regulation, and effective wind protection with a wide range of settings. It is also commended for its logical controls, agile handling, precise ride, effective brakes, and comfortable on-road ergonomics.

In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha Tenere 700 is criticized for its little seating comfort on longer tours, brake that seems a bit lax with meagre braking power, and impractical fuel filler cap. It is also noted to have a very short equipment list in terms of electronics and a throttle with a lot of play and rough response. The operating concept with the fiddly wheel did not go down well in the test.

The KTM 790 Adventure is criticized for offering the sporty Quickshifter+ only at an extra cost, having a chassis adjustment range that is not too wide, and a handlebar position that is too low off-road.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Yamaha Tenere 700 offers a robust and reliable appearance, sporty engine, and good off-road capabilities. The KTM 790 Adventure offers a powerful engine, low fuel consumption, and excellent traction control. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023
KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore80 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke65.6 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement689 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel210 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel200 mm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter320 mm
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter260 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,590 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
RangeRange372 kmRange476 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

The Yamaha Tenere 700 is an adventure bike that performs brilliantly, especially in the second part of its category. The Japanese bike is a force off-road. But it also functions satisfactorily as a touring vehicle. The chassis is comfortable enough, the wind protection is there. The seat is a little too spartan, but the engine is ideally suited for long journeys. The Tenere offers sufficient space and power for two, and the chassis also has enough reserves for the additional load. However, the brakes are overtaxed by the additional weight in some riding situations. However, as long as you don't leave the cosy touring mode, the Yamaha Tenere 700 also makes two people happy.

Motor very comfortable in continuous operation

relaxed riding position

Wind protection available

Suspension sufficiently comfortable

Engine with sufficient power even with two riders

Enough space for average pillion rider

No "ABS-OFF" button available any more

Annoying menu operation

Slightly jerky throttle response

Brake overtaxed in some situations with two riders

Seat uncomfortable in the long run

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

The KTM 790 Adventure is still one of the sportiest mid-range touring enduros - if you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nimble on and off road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages. The engine is wonderfully powerful for this class, fuel consumption is surprisingly low and the driving aids are even on a higher level than usual. The ergonomics are fine on the road, the off-road ergonomics could even be a little less radical. Overall, however, the 790 Adventure offers a really good price/performance ratio and great riding performance.

Rev-happy engine with impressive power

low fuel consumption

excellent traction control regulation

effective wind protection with a wide range of settings

logical controls

agile handling

precise ride

effective brakes

comfortable on-road ergonomics

well-dosed clutch.

sporty Quickshifter+ only at extra cost

chassis adjustment range not too wide

handlebar position too low off-road

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Tenere 700 vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 is about 6% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2023 there are more Yamaha Tenere 700 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 74 compared to 70. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tenere 700 with 55 days compared to 72 days for a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 41 reviews for the Yamaha Tenere 700 and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the Yamaha Tenere 700 was published on 01/10/2018 and now has more than 50,600 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 06/10/2018.

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