Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid versus Aprilia Tuareg 660
Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid
Adventure
Aprilia Tuareg 660
Adventure
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 13.374 €
RRP 12.699 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- very adult appearance
- new TFT cockpit with three themes
- stately seating position
- Off-road capability
- long range
- improved chassis
- good wind and weather protection
Pros:
- Very good facilities
- All-terrain
- High, comfortable seating position
- Light and manoeuvrable
- Due to a short crotch length, it can also be driven for people of normal height
Cons:
- no longer a lightweight with a full tank
- Pillion seat without handles
- only suitable for taller riders
Cons:
- Windscreen 1b
- Windscreen not adjustable
- Sticker not painted over
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.595 mm
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Wheelbase: 1.525 mm
Length : 2.220 mm Height : 1.440 mm
Seat : 860 mm
Weight : 204 (max: 414 ) kg
Length : 2.220 mm Height : 1.440 mm
Seat : 860 mm
Weight : 204 (max: 414 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: 2 cylinder series 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: 2-cylinder series, four-stroke 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 659 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 81 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 659 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 81 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 187 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Maximum speed: 190 km/h
Performance: 80 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 70 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 450 km
Performance: 80 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 70 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 450 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Frame type:
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Kayaba 43 mm upside-down fork, fully adjustable (travel 240 mm) Rear suspension:
Kayaba Monoshock strut, fully adjustable (travel 240 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90 - 21
Rear tyres: 150/70 - 18
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Kayaba 43 mm upside-down fork, fully adjustable (travel 240 mm) Rear suspension:
Kayaba Monoshock strut, fully adjustable (travel 240 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90 - 21
Rear tyres: 150/70 - 18
Brakes
Front brake
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Front brake
Double disc brake, four-piston calipers (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc brake, single-piston caliper (∅ 260 mm)
Double disc brake, four-piston calipers (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Disc brake, single-piston caliper (∅ 260 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
We underestimated the T7 World Raid before the test. At least we didn't expect how mature the machine is. Seat height, sheer size and the higher weight make the World Raid a different machine than the "little sister" T7. It is made for the gaaaaanz long journey over hill and dale and drives extremely confidently. It is not suitable for smaller people, but this is already evident in the seat test. The good sales figures of the two previous T7 models should improve the World Raid again - it is actually not a cheap wash, but quasi new motorcycle.The test bike was kindly provided by the Yamaha Center Hamburg / Tecius & Reimers. There, the World Raid stands as a demonstrator and looks forward to test drives. Just call and ask for Joachim. Have fun!
Conclusion - what sticks
The Aprilia Tuareg 660 is a good travel enduro with a strong tendency towards "enduro". This can be seen visually in the engine protection, the 21 inch front wheel and the long spring travel. Nevertheless, the bike also feels good on the road and is not out of place there. Criticisms are the non-adjustable windscreen, the somewhat loveless stickers (not painted over) and the somewhat economical space for the passenger. Apart from that, the Tuareg is doing a good job.The price of just under 12,000 euros is okay compared to the Yamaha (about 11,000 euros), as the Aprilia is technically better equipped. The advertising slogan "THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS - Maximum performance and high driving comfort" may be a little exaggerated, but it's true: The Tuareg cuts a fine figure both off-road and on the road.
The test bike was provided to us by ZTS (Zweiradtechnik Schielman) for this test. ZTS is located in Bokel, where you will find beautiful country roads and also a little terrain for an extensive test drive. Coffee is also available there, so a trip to ZTS is worthwhile. Greetings to Hajo!
