Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Overview - Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	70 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	58.6 mm	Stroke	65.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	45 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	42.6 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.3	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	451 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	210 mm	Travel	210 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Travel	Travel	196 mm	Travel	200 mm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	282 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	230 mm	Diameter	245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,300 mm	Length	2,365 mm
Width	Width	980 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,460 mm	Height	1,455 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,590 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	195 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	204 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
Range	Range	400 km	Range	372 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	93 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	100 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.3 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Lighting	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 is no off-road monster, but rather a well-balanced A2-category adventure bike with a clear all-round focus. It impresses with its sturdy suspension, docile engine and well-designed ergonomics, marking a solid fresh start for Kawasaki in the adventure segment. It does have a few minor flaws, though only one of them is truly annoying.

a smooth and predictable engine

a stable and comfortable suspension

well-designed ergonomics to suit a wide range of body sizes

good value for money

a smooth-shifting transmission

Low ground clearance

hardly any off-road tyres are compatible with the unusual rear tyre size

wind protection is reasonable despite the taller windscreen

no options for a quickshifter or cruise control

ABS is disengageable only in its entirety

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

The Tenere 700 now has competition and, due to the simultaneous price increase, is no longer the big sensation it was a few years ago. But as soon as the bike turns off-road, you are simply thrilled in the saddle. The bike is tough and masters even demanding passages very reliably. A really good adventure motorbike. However, if you pretend to be an adventurer and only ride on tarmac, you could make your life easier with a different bike.

very robust and reliable appearance

sporty and sleek appearance

playful riding performance

amazingly sporty and fun engine

good workmanship

good suspension with a practical adjustment range

Relatively low weight compared to other touring enduros

very tough

ABS disengageable

very off-road capable

very good ergonomics

Not very comfortable on longer tours

Brakes feel a little lax on tarmac

Very short equipment list in terms of electronics

Load changes at low revs

the operating concept with the fiddly wheel was not well received during the test

Clutch modulation not on a par with the competition in practice

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE

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Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Overview - Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2023

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE

Price Yamaha Tenere 700

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