While the U.S. still has a year-long wait until the Yamaha Tenere 700 hits dealer floors, European markets are in better luck as they will finally see the much-anticipated machine this September. In addition, potential customers will be able to demo the bike before its arrival starting in June.

Powered by a high-torque CP2 689cc engine and equipped with a compact chassis, the rally-bred Tenere 700 is claimed by Yamaha to be one of the most versatile motorcycles in the class. To offer riders a more customized experience, Yamaha has developed a choice of Tenere 700 Accessory Packs that give customers the freedom to create their very own motorcycle to suit their riding style and personal preferences – be it through the comfort in longer travel, or the desire for a more sporty adrenaline rush.

Explorer Pack

The Explorer Pack offers an enhanced long distance road riding experience together with high versatility off road. Rugged lockable aluminium side cases give 72 liters of secure carrying capacity for self-sufficiency in remote locations, while the center stand allows for stable parking and facilitates routing maintenance. The Explorer pack also includes a 33% thicker skid plate that covers a larger area than the standard item, and the tubular engine guards help to protect cases and body panels from accidental damage – and there’s also a mono seat rack that gives added carrying capacity.

Rally Pack

Aimed at Tenere 700 owners looking for some serious action in the dirt. The higher and flatter, 1-piece rally seat gives riders more freedom to shift their body weight to suit the terrain and gives an authentic rally look – while the lightweight Akrapovič slip-on muffler emits a throaty-rich exhaust note that underlines the bike’s rally-bred specification. The Rally Pack’s chain guard and chain guide ensure that the transmission runs true when pushed hard off road – and a radiator protector helps to prevent wayward stones and debris causing any problems. And to keep the Tenere 700 looking sharp there’s also a licence plate holder, LED blinkers and a protective tank pad.

Note: In addition to the Explorer and Rally Pack, Tenere 700 owners can also order accessories ‘à la carte’. Other accessories offered include heated grips, LED fog lamps, a lowering kit (18mm seat height reduction) and more.

Build the Ultimate Tenere 700

Yamaha’s MyGarage APP is the best way for Tenere 700 customers to build their dream adventure bike online with Yamaha Genuine Accessories. The app allows for a quick and easy way to view all configurations of the Tenere 700 from any angle, enabling potential customers to see which combination of colors and accessories works best for them. Once the personalized bike has been created, it can be saved and shared with friends. Once a final decision is made on the ideal specification, it can be sent to the local Yamaha dealer who will turn it into reality.

Yamaha Tenere 700 European Demo Tour

Starting in June and running through into July, the Tenere 700 Demo Tour rewards Yamaha Adventure bike fans by giving them the opportunity to evaluate the new bike for themselves and take a close look at all of the colors and both Accessory Pack options, before arrival of the Tenere 700 in the market.

Yamaha’s team of expert guide riders and technicians will start their European Demo Tour, and over the following weeks will visit Germany, Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Belgium and the UK.

The Demo Tour enables potential customers to try this new adventure bike out before they place their order. Orders placed via the Online Ordering System before July 31st 2019 qualify for a special price of €9,299 (£8399) for the standard model. The Tenere 700 will be available in Yamaha dealerships from September on starting at €9,699 (£8699).

For more information go to tenere700.yamaha-motor.eu

Yamaha Tenere 700 Specs

* European model specs