Adventure Motorcycles
1990Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere
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The 1990 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere is a rugged adventure touring bike designed for long-distance exploration and off-road capability. Its liquid-cooled twin engine delivers reliable 69 horsepower, while the tall stance and aggressive tread tires make it ideal for riders seeking versatility across varied terrain. Best known for combining touring comfort with genuine dual-sport prowess, it suits adventurous riders prioritizing practicality over speed.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 234.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 69.0 HP (50.7 kW)
What’s new for the 1990 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere
vs the 1989| Spec | 1989 | 1990 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 181.0 km/h (112.5 mph) | 177.0 km/h (110.0 mph) |
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
- 0.2949 HP/kg (wet)
- 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
- 177.0 km/h (110.0 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere?
The 1990 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 1990 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 1990 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere weigh?
The 1990 Yamaha XTZ 750 Super Tenere has a Wet weight of 234.0 kg (515.9 pounds).
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