Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Overview - Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	106.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	65.6 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73 HP	Engine power	145 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	68 Nm	Torque	149 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	13.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
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-air
Displacement	Displacement	689 ccm	Displacement	1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Travel	Travel	190 mm	Travel	190 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Travel	Travel	180 mm	Travel	200 mm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	282 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	285 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,350 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Width	Width	905 mm	Width	1,012 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,590 mm	Wheelbase	1,534 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	211 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	269 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
Range	Range	372 km	Range	395 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	100 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	113 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.3 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2024

The addition of the Ténéré Explore to the model family makes the adventure bike with cult status accessible to a whole new interest group. The shorter travel compared to the other Ténéré 700 models lowers the seat height to 860 millimetres. This results in a more secure stance both off-road and in urban environments. The Explore is made for Ténéré fans who are mainly travelling on asphalt roads.

Quickshifter (Up) on board as standard

pannier rack included ex works

accessible for smaller Ténéré fans, comfort on longer tours

Less travel for off-road

Quickshifter (Down) not yet possible due to missing Ride-by-Wire

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike with a powerful transmission, a high level of comfort and superior dynamics. It shines with its agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Minor weaknesses can be seen in the brakes and electronics in extreme conditions, as well as its high weight. Despite its polarised design, it is a clear choice for experienced riders who appreciate comfort and performance on lengthy tours.

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly neutral handling

great ergonomics for long distances

high range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow very dynamic driving manoeuvres

great features

great operating concept

superb seat

very harmonious steering behaviour

impressive stability at high speeds

superior power even in demanding conditions

High weight - difficult to heave off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor tarmac

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

looks even more polarising than on previous models

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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