A short, one-day introduction to the newest Ténéré in issue #38 had us fizzing at the split. Early indications were the 700 was a bike ideally suited to The Land Of Sweeping Plains. After a few solid days doing just about everything the bike’s designed to do, we think the Ténéré 700 lives up to the promise.
To quickly recap our experience sofar, Yamaha Motor Australia allowed Adventure Rider Magazine a quick blast on the Ténéré 700 and we were impressed. The motor in particular made a big impact on us because it was so smooth and incredibly easy to use. We had riders of varying heights and all liked the ergos, and as we handed the bike back to the YMA guys we were left very thoughtful indeed.