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Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere is a heavyweight adventure motorcycle designed for experienced riders seeking long-distance touring capability and genuine off-road performance. Known for its liquid-cooled parallel twin engine, comprehensive fuel injection system, and substantial 23-liter fuel tank, it excels at covering vast distances across varied terrain. Its long wheelbase and adjustable seat height accommodate larger riders tackling extended expeditions on both paved and unpaved roads.
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 126.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 98.0 x 79.5 mm (3.9 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Torque | 117.00 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 112.00 Horsepower">HP (81.8 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic. |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-R17 |
| Front tyre | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear wheel travel | 191 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.5-in of travel |
| Front wheel travel | 191 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping, 7.5-in travel |
| Rake (fork angle) | 28.0° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 23.09 litres (6.10 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,539 mm (60.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 980 mm (38.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,256 mm (88.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 846 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 262.2 kg (578.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Windshield. |
| Factory warranty | 1 Year Limited Factory Warranty |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Blue/silver, Matt Gray |
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