Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

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Overview - Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 vs KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

The Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 and the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 are both enduro motorcycles that excel in off-road capabilities. However, they have distinct differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the technical specifications, the Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 is equipped with a 689cc engine that delivers 73 horsepower and 68 Nm of torque. It features a double cradle frame type and a chain transmission. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a travel of 210mm, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a travel of 200mm. The front brakes are double disk, and the bike has a 21-inch front tire diameter and an 18-inch rear tire diameter. The wheelbase is 1590mm, and the seat height is 880mm. The fuel tank capacity is 16 liters, providing a range of 372km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.3 l/100km.

On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 is equipped with an 889cc engine that delivers 105 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. It features a tubular, load-bearing engine frame type and a chain transmission. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork with a travel of 240mm, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a travel of 240mm. The front brakes are double disk, and the bike has a 21-inch front tire diameter and an 18-inch rear tire diameter. The wheelbase is 1528mm, and the seat height is 880mm. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters, providing a range of 444km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.5 l/100km.

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 has a very robust and reliable appearance with a sporty and sleek look. It offers playful handling and an amazingly sporty and fun engine. The bike is well-made and has a good chassis with a practical adjustment range. It has a comparatively low weight and is very tough, making it highly off-road capable. Additionally, the ABS can be switched off, further enhancing its off-road capabilities.

On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 has an off-road capable chassis and harmonious ergonomics, especially for tall pilots. It offers agile handling and a powerful engine. The bike comes with a comprehensive electronics package, including cornering ABS with an off-road mode standard. The brakes are finely controllable, and it features traction control depending on the lean angle.

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

However, both bikes also have their weaknesses. The Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 lacks seating comfort on longer tours and has brakes that seem a bit cheap, with a lax pressure point and poor braking performance. The vibrating display can be annoying, and the fuel filler cap is impractical. It also has a very short equipment list in terms of electronics.

Similarly, the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 has a standard seat that is rather hard padded, making it uncomfortable for some riders. The seat height can be challenging for small riders. Additionally, useful features such as Quickshifter+ are available at an extra cost.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 and the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 offers a sporty and reliable ride, while the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 provides a powerful engine and a comprehensive electronics package. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 compared to KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022
KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore80 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke65.6 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
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 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel210 mmTravel240 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel240 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

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 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height880 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
RangeRange372 kmRange444 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions100 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions105 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.5 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

Yamaha Tenere 700 2022

The Tenere 700 is still unrivalled in 2022. It offers the best compromise between price, off-road capability and ride comfort on the road. It rides into the heart, is super fun and is a motorbike for a wide range of uses. Die-hard fans will forgive the lack of electronic features. The somewhat lax brakes and the annoying fuel cap probably won't.

Very robust and reliable appearance

sporty and sleek look

playful handling

Amazingly sporty and fun engine

Good workmanship

Good chassis with a practical adjustment range

Comparatively low weight

Very tough

ABS can be switched off

Very off-road capable.

Lack of seating comfort on longer tours

brakes seem a bit cheap - lax pressure point and poor braking performance

vibrating display is annoying

fuel filler cap impractical

very short equipment list in terms of electronics.

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KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

If you can't get to a place on the 890 Adventure R, you probably can't get there at all on a touring enduro. It is the right choice when things get really rough. Long suspension travel and a high seat underline the serious visual appearance, the 890 Adventure R is no dazzler offroad. All the more surprising, then, that it also cuts a very good figure on the road.

Off-road capable chassis

harmonious ergonomics (especially for tall pilots)

agile handling

powerful engine

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS incl. off-road mode standard

finely controllable brakes

Traction control depending on lean angle

Standard seat rather hard padded

Seat height challenging for small riders

Useful features such as Quickshifter+ at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Tenere 700 vs KTM 890 Adventure R

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 and a KTM 890 Adventure R 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 is about 35% higher. Compared to KTM 890 Adventure R 2023 there are less Yamaha Tenere 700 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 27 compared to 53. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Adventure R with 65 days compared to 131 days for the Yamaha Tenere 700. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 41 reviews for the Yamaha Tenere 700 and 10 reviews for the KTM 890 Adventure R since model year 2021. The first review for the Yamaha Tenere 700 was published on 10/1/2018 and now has more than 50,600 views. This compares to more than 31,600 views for the first review on KTM 890 Adventure R published on 10/6/2020.

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