Adventure Motorcycles
1989Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere
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The 1989 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere is a versatile dual-sport adventure bike designed for riders seeking capable on and off-road performance. Its liquid-cooled 749cc twin engine delivers reliable power suitable for long-distance touring and varied terrain. Known for durability and genuine adventure capability, it remains a respected choice for exploratory riders.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 232.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 69.0 HP (50.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a long-distance adventure tourer capable of covering highway miles and rough tracks alike.
- Built for
- A rugged, go-anywhere classic Super Tenere with a torquey parallel-twin and dual-sport versatility rather than outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking sharp sportbike performance or an easy, lightweight city commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Power
- 69.0 HP (50.7 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2974 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 87.0 x 63.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Valves per cylinder
- 5
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 181.0 km/h (112.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1989 | 1990 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 26 L | 26 L | 26 L | 26 L | 25 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere?
The 1989 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere have?
The 1989 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Power of 69.0 HP (50.7 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere have?
The 1989 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere weigh?
The 1989 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Wet weight of 232.0 kg (511.5 pounds).
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