Yamaha has announced the Ténéré 700 Explorer in Europe. The long suspension stroke Ténéré 700 Extreme was just announced in October, but this time it is a low-seat version.
Seat height down 15mm from 875 to 860mm
The Ténéré 700 Explore has been added to the Ténéré 700, the most off-road-oriented of the adventure tourers. The Ténéré 700 Explorer is an unusually low-riding model for the Ténéré 700, which has been adding hardcore models such as rally and big-tank models to its lineup.
The directional design lowers the seat height to 860mm, making it easy for anyone to discover the "Next Horizon". The front suspension stroke has been shortened from 210 to 190 mm and the rear axle travel from 200 to 180 mm to lower the seat height by 15 mm for easier entry.
Pannier case stays are standard equipment, and both front and rear suspension spring rates have been increased to accommodate more stable handling when fully loaded.
In addition, the screen area has been enlarged by 50%, making this new variation suitable for long on-road touring.
In Japan, the Ténéré 700 Low is available with a low-down link that lowers the seat height by -18 mm and a low seat by -20 mm, for a total of 38 mm, while the Ténéré 700 Explorer has a low seat with the suspension itself. This will be the sixth model variation in Europe, but its release in Japan is unlikely.
Ténéré 700 Explore [YAMAHA] Yamaha has announced a new variation of the Ténéré 700 in Europe.
This is the first model in the Ténéré series with a lowered seat height. The only color available is the Tech Camo shown in the photo.
KYB's 43mm-diameter front fork shortened its stroke from 210 to 190mm. The spring rate was increased.
The rear shock is also made by KYB and shortened from 200 to 190 mm. A remote-controlled preload adjustment mechanism is used.
Shortening the front and rear suspension allows for a seat height of 860mm, 15mm lower than STD, for improved footing.
A large screen with 50% more surface area is standard equipment. Improved touring comfort.
A quick shifter for the CP2 engine for shifting up is standard.
The standard side case stays can also be used to attach soft bags or aluminum hard cases.
The meter uses a 5-inch TFT color display as in the other Tenere 700 series.
The 690cc parallel twin-cylinder engine delivers 73.4 PS, just like the rest of the Ténéré 700 series.
The 3-mode ABS, which will be used starting with the 2023 model year, allows the rider to select front and rear on, rear wheel off, or completely off.
The fuel tank is 16 liters, the same as the STD. Fuel consumption is 24 km/L, which means it can run about 380 km.
The Tenere 700 series retains its distinctive 4-LED headlight. It is also equipped with a USB power supply.
The front wheels are 21 inches and the rear is 18 inches, while the suspension is reduced to lower the seat height.
Ténéré 700 Explorer European Specifications
Overall Length x Overall Width x Overall Height: 2350 [2370] x 905 x 1500 [1455] mm
Wheelbase: 1590 [1595] mm
Seat height: 860 [875] mm
Weight: 211 [205] kg
Engine: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, in-line 2-cylinder, DOHC 4-valve, 689cc
Maximum output: 73.4 PS at 9000 rpm
Maximum torque: 6.93kg-m/6500rpm
Fuel tank capacity: 16 liters
Transmission: 6-speed return
Brakes: F=W disc, R=disc
Tires: F=90/90-21, R=150/70R18
※【 】indicates STD for Europe
