Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs. Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

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Overview - Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 compared to Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012
Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore98 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke79.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114.1 NmTorque129 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,199 ccmDisplacement1,237 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,244 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth752 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,222 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,540 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)261 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)267 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré is a sophisticated touring motorbike with great comfort potential and a high level of suitability for everyday use. Despite its unspectacular appearance, it impresses with its robust design, reliable technology and good balance on lengthy tours. Even from today's perspective, it remains an underestimated but worthwhile choice for frequent and long-distance travellers.

Comfortable seating position

harmonious suspension

very reliable

suitable for off-road use

superior engine characteristics

high long-distance capability

unsportsmanlike braking system

high weight

weak peak power

somewhat sluggish handling

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Honda VFR 1200 F 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser vs Honda VFR 1200 F

Price Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser

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Price Honda VFR 1200 F

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