Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

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

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026
Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore70 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke68.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power73.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel210 mmTravel210 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel196 mmTravel200 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle, Central tube
RakeRake28 degreeRake27 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter282 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control,

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,370 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth935 mm
HeightHeight1,460 mmHeight1,455 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,595 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height875 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)195 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)208 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
RangeRange400 kmRange372 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, , EquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, , ,

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 SE 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

Yamaha Tenere 700 2026

In 2025, the Tenere 700 features ride-by-wire, traction control and riding modes for the first time. Strictly speaking, it may have lost some of its unique selling point in the travel enduro market, its purist approach, but this does little to change its character. It is still the versatile, robust adventure bike that feels at home on loose surfaces and also cuts a fine figure on the tarmac. If the new electronic features are not a reason for increased interest in the new T7, then perhaps the many improvements in detail based on customer feedback are. A fixed tank cap, offset clutch cable mount, reinforced rear end and adapted fairings may not sound like much, but in practice they make the Tenere package more pleasant and practical than ever before.

Great, powerful engine

Beautifully responsive suspension

Many changes in detail that make the Tenere more practical than before

Easy to read, beautifully styled TFT display

ABS mode remains active when the emergency stop button is actuated

ABS button in the cockpit for quick deactivation of the ABS

Very good ergonomics for upright riding

No cruise control available for an extra charge

Strange indicator switches

No tubeless rims available

Somewhat little space for large feet on the footrests

Low permitted payload

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

Price Kawasaki KLE500 SE

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Price Yamaha Tenere 700

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