Adventure Motorcycles

1983Yamaha XT 600 Tenere

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The 1983 Yamaha XT 600 Tenere is a capable dual-sport enduro designed for adventure-seeking riders tackling both on-road and off-road terrain. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers reliable 46 horsepower with excellent torque characteristics ideal for diverse riding conditions. The bike earned acclaim for its rugged durability, lightweight handling, and long-range capability, becoming a benchmark motorcycle for exploratory touring.

Capacity: 595.0 ccm
Engine: Single single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 177.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 46.0 HP

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Other years 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail85%

Cornering50%

City riding40%

Daily riding45%

Touring68%

Two-up35%

Track20%

Best for: Built primarily as a long-distance desert-rally-derived enduro, this bike excels at covering rough, open terrain and mixed on/off-road routes rather than fast paved riding.
Built for: It has the honest, rugged character of a classic big-bore air-cooled single, delivering a thumping, torque-driven feel with real off-road credibility and rally heritage.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for riders wanting sharp cornering performance, high top speed, or plush long-highway comfort.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 595.0 ccm
Power: 46.0 HP
Engine type: Single single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2599 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 95.0 x 84.0 mm
Compression: 8.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight: 177.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes: Expanding brake
Front tyre: 3.00-21
Rear tyre: 4.60-18

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification	1983	1984	1985	1986	1987
Capacity	595.00 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)	595.00 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)	595.00 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)	595.00 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)	595.00 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)
Fuel capacity	23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)	23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)	23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)	23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)	23.00 litres (6.08 gallons)