Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid versus BMW F 750 GS

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Yamaha

Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid

Adventure
BMW

BMW F 750 GS

Adventure

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2022 bis 2024~
Built von 2018 bis 2024~
RRP 13.374 €
RRP 10.200 €
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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:
  • Processing
  • Passage
  • Long-distance comfort, also for pillion passengers
  • Processing
Cons:
  • no longer a lightweight with a full tank
  • Pillion seat without handles
  • only suitable for taller riders
Cons:
  • Price policy
  • Windbreak

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.595 mm
Length :
2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat :
890 mm
Weight :
220 kg
Wheelbase: 1.559 mm
Length :
2.255 mm Height : 1.225 mm
Seat :
815 mm
Weight :
224 (max: 440 ) kg

Engine

Motor design: 2 cylinder series 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Water-cooled 2-cylinder four-stroke engine with four valves per cylinder operated via towing levers, two overhead camshafts and dry sump 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 853 ccm
Hole: 84 mm
Cooling: wassergekühlt
Drive: Kette

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
Maximum speed: 190 km/h
Performance: 77 HP at 7.500 U/Min
Torque: 83 NM bei 4.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
4 l
Reach:
366 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
Frame type:
Steel bridge frame in shell construction (steel)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork, Ø 41 mm (travel 151 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminium two-arm swingarm (travel 177 mm)
Rear suspension:
directly directed central spring leg
Tyres at the front: 110/80 R19
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17

Brakes

Front brake
Brembo, double disc ( 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc ( 245 mm)
Front brake
Double disc brake ( 305 mm) Rear brake
Single disc brake ( 265 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!

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 13.899 €
  • Availability: from 06/2022
  • Colours: blue, black

Conclusion - a bike without major weaknesses

And now, is the BMW a purchase recommendation? Yes, it is. It is not suitable for beginners, smaller people and experienced pilots. Its long-distance comfort (with a larger windshield) is excellent, it is also sufficiently bubbly.

The 2,500 Euro price difference to the BMW F 850 GS should actually strengthen any purchase recommendation. Here, however, they are precisely enough not to condemn price policy completely. If you can and want to afford it, you get an almost universally applicable bike with very good workmanship.

The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 9.350
  • Used (1 year old): 9,000€
  • Years of construction: since 2018
  • Availability: medium
  • Colours: white, silver, yellow