2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Range Includes Very Handy New Model
The Tenere 700 and Rally have been updated for 2025 and will be joined by a new low-seat version
Big changes are taking place at Yamaha, as the Japanese brand updates its mid-weight Tenere 700 adventure tourer.
One big change which will please riders is the switch to a Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) which replaces the cable-operated system used on the Tenere up untill now. The move brings throttle maps to the much-loved engine, making the Tenere the first (and most definitely not the only) CP2 model to date. Two throttle maps are on offer, Sport and Explorer, with the latter offering a softer power delivery. Modes can be switched using a button on the righthand switchcube.
The change also means the Tenere gains switchable traction control, which can be activated or deactivated via the new 6.3-inch TFT screen, which also brings Bluetooth connectivity to the party. ABS is also switchable and offers three levels. ABS 1 activates the front and rear ABS, while ABS 2 deactivates ABS but only to the rear wheel. ABS mode three turns off all front and rear ABS. The modes can either be changed via the TFT or by a long press of the dedicated ABS button, which will turn off the ABS and the traction control.
Another mechanical update on the engine concerns the clutch, which now has an actuation position that has been moved forward by 35 degrees. The clutch cover has also been made smoother which, along with the new actuation point, is said to interfere with the rider's leg less when sitting down or standing on the pegs.
The chassis of the bike has also received some updates, with the frame boasting lighter weight than before and the suspension, both front and rear, is also updated. The 43mm forks and rear shock are from KYB, and both have been tweaked following the feedback from Yamaha’s rally raid riders.
Yamaha Tenere 700 Low powerslides into the range
One big change for the model is the addition of a low-seat version of the towering ADV. Featuring different suspension than is found on the standard Tenere 700, the bike drops the seat height to a more accommodating, but still fairly lofty, 860mm. The low seat version gives away 20mm of suspension travel front and rear, but still gives an ample 225mm of ground clearance.
Visually all versions of the Tenere have been tweaked, with new colour-matched panels and a slightly reshaped front end that features a different-looking headlight. It also gains a new one-piece rally-style seat, larger footpegs body colour-matching handguards, and new indicators.
2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally
For those wanting a more extreme mid-weight adventure experience, the Tenere 700 Rally brings all the updates of the standard bike and is boosted with chassis upgrades, and more protection parts for off-road riding.
Starting with the suspension, the Rally sits on a fully adjustable KYB front fork which feature strengthened tubes and a special coating to reduce stiction. The fork stroke is also increased for the bike by 20mm, taking front wheel travel to a whopping 230mm. A similar number has been done at the rear of the bike which, combined with the front-end increase gives a total ground clearance of 255mm.
Other changes specific to the rally include new footpegs, a high-level front mudguard, a heavy-duty skid plate, a heritage colour scheme and a special theme for the TFT. The theme, called ‘Raid’ is roadbook inspired, which removes much of the information valued on a road ride and prioritises trip-related information.
All three versions of the Tenere 700 will be available to view on the Yamaha stand at Motorcycle Live. Pricing will be revealed for the UK at the time the show opens its doors.
More information can be found on the official website.
Simon (AKA Toad) has been working within the motorcycle industry for more than twelve years, and a member of the motorcyclist family since birth. Growing up around British-built single and twins, it was inevitable that a life on two wheels was on the cards, from a very early age!
