What category is the 1997 Yamaha XTZ 660 Tenere?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Yamaha XTZ 660 Tenere
Year	1997

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Valves per cylinder	5
Torque	57.00 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 5250
Power	48.00
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:	659.00 ccm (40.21 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height	865 mm (34.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.2807 HP/kg
Dry weight	171.0 kg (377.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

46 hp

Peak Power

0-60 mph

Best For

Track20%

City45%

Cornering50%

Daily Riding55%

Touring75%

Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suits riders with at least some experience, particularly those new to tall, single-cylinder adventure bikes who are comfortable with a high seat height and off-road-biased handling.
Purpose	Built primarily for long-distance off-road adventure and dual-sport travel rather than outright speed or cornering performance.
Rider Fit	The tall 865mm seat height and 201kg weight demand reasonable rider height and confidence handling a top-heavy bike at low speeds or off-road.
Character	A rugged, torquey single-cylinder workhorse that rewards patient, momentum-based riding over aggressive throttle inputs.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp sport-bike acceleration, low seat height, or nimble city commuting.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 865mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 1997 Yamaha XTZ 660 Tenere, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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