2026Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally

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The 2026 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally is a lightweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking versatile on and off-road capability. It excels in mixed terrain exploration with its manageable 689cc parallel-twin engine, nimble handling, and adventure-ready ergonomics. Best suited for intermediate to experienced adventurers who value practicality and accessibility over raw power.

Capacity: 689.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 210.0 kg
Seat height: 910 mm
Power: 72.4 HP (53.3 kW)

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What’s new for the 2026 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Power	73.8 HP (54.3 kW) @ 9000 RPM	72.4 HP (53.3 kW)
Torque	69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM	68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs)
Front suspension	43mm inverted fork, fully-adjustable	46mm inverted fork, fully-adjustable; 9.1-in. travel
Rear suspension	Linked, single shock	Single shock, adjustable preload (w/ remote adjuster) and rebound damping; 8.7-in. travel
Front brakes	Double disc. Hydraulic. Selectable ABS.	Dual 282mm hydraulic disc; selectable ABS
Rear brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic. Selectable ABS.	245mm hydraulic disc; selectable ABS

Other years 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail92%

Cornering60%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring82%

Two-up55%

Track25%

Best for: Built for long-distance adventure and rally-style off-road exploration, with a large fuel tank and rugged suspension prioritizing endurance over raw speed.
Built for: A rally-bred, go-anywhere adventure machine that rewards standing on the pegs and tackling rough terrain over cruising smooth pavement.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for shorter riders, strict city commuters wanting a low seat height, or anyone chasing sportbike-level acceleration and cornering sharpness.

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At 910mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2026 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 689.0 ccm
Power: 72.4 HP (53.3 kW)
Torque: 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3448 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 68.6 mm
Compression: 11.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Clutch: Wet, Multiple

Performance

0-60 mph: 4.10 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 4.40 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1595 mm
Overall length: 2370 mm
Overall width: 904 mm
Overall height: 1455 mm
Seat height: 910 mm
Wet weight: 210.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Ground clearance: 240 mm
Oil capacity: 3.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tube backbone, double cradle
Front suspension: 46mm inverted fork, fully-adjustable; 9.1-in. travel
Rear suspension: Single shock, adjustable preload (w/ remote adjuster) and rebound damping; 8.7-in. travel
Front wheel travel: 211 mm
Rear wheel travel: 220 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.0°
Trail: 104 mm
Rake: 27deg