BMW G 650 GS versus Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid
BMW G 650 GS
Adventure
Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid
Reise-Enduro
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP
RRP 13.374 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- light and manoeuvrable
- uncomplicated
- favorable consumption
- solid workmanship
- enough space for passenger
Pros:
- very adult appearance
- new TFT cockpit with three themes
- stately seating position
- Off-road capability
- long range
- improved chassis
- good wind and weather protection
Cons:
- radiates little emotion
Cons:
- no longer a lightweight with a full tank
- Pillion seat without handles
- only suitable for taller riders
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.595 mm
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Length : 2.370 mm Height : 1.490 mm
Seat : 890 mm
Weight : 220 kg
Engine
Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: 2 cylinder series 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 187 km/h
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Performance: 73 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 23 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 535 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Double loop central tube frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD fork 43mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of aluminium Tyres at the front: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V M S
Brakes
Rear brake
Disk
Disk
Front brake
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Brembo, double disc (∅ 282 mm) Rear brake
Brembo single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
We underestimated the T7 World Raid before the test. At least we didn't expect how mature the machine is. Seat height, sheer size and the higher weight make the World Raid a different machine than the "little sister" T7. It is made for the gaaaaanz long journey over hill and dale and drives extremely confidently. It is not suitable for smaller people, but this is already evident in the seat test. The good sales figures of the two previous T7 models should improve the World Raid again - it is actually not a cheap wash, but quasi new motorcycle.The test bike was kindly provided by the Yamaha Center Hamburg / Tecius & Reimers. There, the World Raid stands as a demonstrator and looks forward to test drives. Just call and ask for Joachim. Have fun!
