Yamaha Tenere 700 2025 vs. Honda NX500 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Honda NX500 2025

Honda NX500 2025

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Overview - Yamaha Tenere 700 2025 vs Honda NX500 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Honda NX500 2025

Honda NX500 2025

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tenere 700 2025 compared to Honda NX500 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025
Honda NX500 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke68.6 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power73.4 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
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
DisplacementDisplacement689 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake27 degreeRake27.5 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter296 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter240 mm

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,370 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth935 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,455 mmHeight1,415 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,595 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)208 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
RangeRange372 kmRange486 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.6 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socketEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

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 overall Tenere package more pleasant and practical than ever before. The next time I unintentionally activate the ABS on my old Tenere using the killswitch, I will miss the new T7.

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 limited space for large feet on the footrests

Honda NX500 2025

Honda NX500 2025

The Honda NX500 is a versatile A2 adventure bike that is particularly at home on tarmac and can offer a lot from everyday riding to relaxed touring. It has no major shortcomings, while at the same time offering many strengths, albeit not spectacular ones. On long journeys, the relaxed riding position and the good suspension, which also performs well on winding roads in combination with the improved brakes, are a delight. Pragmatists can look forward to low fuel consumption and a high range, and it can even cope with light off-roads.

Finely controllable, good-natured engine with linear power delivery

Good brakes

Good, well-balanced suspension

Comfortable seating position

High range

Agile handling

Never overtaxes the rider, but allows riding pleasure

Traction control can be easily deactivated

Transmission shifts very cleanly

Limited off-road capability

ABS not disengageable

somewhat low power and payload (185 kg) for riding with a pillion passenger

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Tenere 700 vs Honda NX500

Price Yamaha Tenere 700

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