When did the Yamaha XT660Z Tenere come out?
When did the Yamaha XT660Z Tenere come out?
Though not sold in the US or Canada and some 40 kilos heavier than the original, air-cooled Ténéré from the early 1980s, many fans saw the 660Z as a return to form for Yamaha, following the demise of the air-cooled Teneres and the less popular 5-valve iteration which replaced them.
What kind of engine does a Yamaha Tenere have?
Yamaha XT660Z Ténéré. The Yamaha XT660Z Ténéré is a dual-sport motorcycle manufactured since 2008 by Yamaha. It features a 660 cc (40 cu in) single-cylinder engine, which is also used in the XT660R, XT660X, MT-03 ( 2006–2014), Jawa 660 Sportard, Jawa 660 Vintage and Aprilia Pegaso 650 (post 2007) models.
How tall is the seat on a Yamaha Tenere?
The Yamaha XT660Z Tenere seat height is 896 mm (35.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. How many gears does a Yamaha XT660Z Tenere have?
What’s the price of a Yamaha Tenere bike?
In 2008 the Ténéré had a launch price of £4,999 and when last checked in early 2016, the new retail price was £6,999. As stated previously the bike is now discontinued, though a quick search on-line has thrown up a couple of showroom condition models with under 500 miles on the clock and asking prices of £6,495.
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A move to Ireland and a spell in the Harley camp saw out the millennium. During the ’90s the XT moniker progressed via a new 600E and 750 Super Ténéré, before arriving at the 660R in 2004. The 660R came with a new fuel injected engine and provided the base for the 2008 launch of the XT660Z Ténéré.
What kind of bike is the 2016 Yamaha Tenere?
2016 Yamaha Tenere XTZ660 – The bike we tested was set up for more serious riding, and had some neat touches to help it survive a bit of punishment in the bush.
Is the Yamaha Tenere a good entry point?
Yamaha’s Tenere may seem intimidating, however it’s an ideal dual-purpose entry-point for many riders. Here’s our full review. Test and Images: Kris Hodgson
What kind of engine does the Yamaha Tenere have?
The famous Dakar Rally was inspired by the original XT500 model way back in the 1970s, and since then Yamaha has been at the very forefront of big-single design. Powering the new XT660Z Tenere is a 660cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke single cylinder SOHC engine which has been tuned to deliver strong low to mid-range power.