2015Yamaha Super Tenere ES

44 fields on record

The 2015 Yamaha Super Tenere ES is a big adventure tourer with electronically adjustable suspension. Its liquid-cooled 1,199cc parallel twin makes 112 hp at 7,250 rpm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive. ABS with unified braking, an 848 mm seat and 22.7-litre tank suit long trips.

Capacity: 1199.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 265.8 kg
Seat height: 848 mm
Power: 112.0 HP (82.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail68%

Cornering65%

City riding55%

Daily riding75%

Touring95%

Two-up85%

Track30%

Best for: It is built primarily for long-distance touring and adventure riding across mixed pavement and light-to-moderate off-road terrain.
Built for: It has a steady, torque-rich, shaft-driven character that rewards a relaxed, confident riding style over long distances rather than aggressive sport riding.
Not ideal for: It is not a good fit for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city commuting or track-day speed thrills.

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

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At 848mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2015 Yamaha Super Tenere ES, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1199.0 ccm
Power: 112.0 HP (82.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 136 CO2 g/km
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4214 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 98.0 x 79.5 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multi-plate wet clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1539 mm
Overall length: 2256 mm
Overall width: 980 mm
Overall height: 1410 mm
Seat height: 848 mm
Wet weight: 265.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.70 litres
Oil capacity: 4.20 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tube backbone
Front suspension: Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping.
Rear suspension: Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping,.
Front wheel travel: 191 mm
Rear wheel travel: 191 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.0°
Trail: 126 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Hydraulic disc.
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 282 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

Other

Color options: Matte Gray/Matte Black
Warranty: 12
Comments: Small windshield. Antilock Braking System (ABS) and Unified Braking System (UBS).

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.