DO NOT BUY A Yamaha Tenere 700 (Until You See This Review)
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Жыл бұрынAfter a few years and almost 5, 000 miles, this is what I think of my Yamaha Tenere 700 both on and off the road.
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@MeerkatADV Жыл бұрын
One year and 26,000 miles later (11k of that off road) I don't want any bike more than my T7. I still grin getting on it and it does stuff off road it just has no business doing as easily as it does.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Wow that's impressive! I agree, this is just one heck of a machine!
@chrisdavisunofficial Жыл бұрын
I hated selling mine when I left the US. As soon as I settle down somewhere, I'll be getting another T7.
@sorenmelchior Жыл бұрын
From what I understand currently, in early to mid Nov is when we in the USA find out what tenere models will be available for us in 2023. If they bring the world raid model that might be a nice upgrade for the off road focused riders. I am waiting for that myself before I make a final call on what to order for spring.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Mmm good call, lll have to check that out as well!
@adamstilwell2413 Жыл бұрын
your reviews of this beast was one the reasons I got mine. I'm pushing 10k miles between 2 of them. (1st one went through a deer) and it just does what I need it to do. you need to Cruz to town? No problem. need to rip a single track? Have fun and bring a friend. can't wait to see what's next here.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam I'm glad you found the videos helpful. I definitely agree, nothing this bike won't do and tons of fun no matter what your up too. Thanks man!
@brianrichard1768 Жыл бұрын
nice review. no bs intro, straight to the points. 👍
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Navillus2273 Жыл бұрын
Great bike, had mine since May, just finished my third BDR this year 7 thousand miles clocked up!
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@Navillus2273 Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions however, my bike unlike yours does not readily power wheelie? I have to clutch it up?
@billcotton1551 Жыл бұрын
After riding bikes for over 50 years ,and owning many brands ,I want my bikes made in Japan. I agree Ben.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Just hard to beat that reliability!
@ericredpath3908 Жыл бұрын
So sad to see you selling this, I've been wanting one so bad. They are like a unicorn here in the northeast! I've enjoyed all the T7 content, don't know where I'm gonna get my T7 fix now! Good luck with your new plans, I'll definitely keep watching your channel Ben!!
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
If I sell it to my dad you'll still see it every once in a while but I'm not looking forward to letting go either. I hope you can find one soon! Thank you!!!
@MLeitao Жыл бұрын
Even if it's thiner the problem with the oem skid plate it's that it's not flat on the bottom, and it's easy for the bike to drop from the jack. Now there are more exhaust on the market without the need to cut the frame, sc project, hp corse, Mivv etc This bike was based on the desert rally bikes, the rally bikes have the exhaust like the that, the problem it's how fragile is the holder.
@phillipbatho3213 Жыл бұрын
I definitely need to get my T7 over to those trails, looks fun!
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Other than the rocks they are PERFECT for a T7!!!
@charlescummings1484 Жыл бұрын
Not a big commenter. I was in the first run for US T7s, had a 690 before it. Not really a slabber, one bike only makes sense. Input so much customization and building out of the T7 and see so much utility in it, I won't ever sell it. It's filled so many areas well, not perfect. In an ideal world 3 bikes but that's not the case. Move slowly and think carefully what your future riding vision is before selling, my two cents. Thanks for your helpful videos and effort! From CT, U.S.A.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks Charles! I'm pretty sure I'll regret selling it right away lol like you said it's not perfect but it's just such a good mix of on and off road and it's just so much fun no matter where you are. I figure if I sell it to my dad I can just buy it back in a few years haha.
@ripnriding1 Жыл бұрын
Did you get the galfer brake pads from camel adv? Transformed my rear brake feel. Just shy of 12k on mine. Good review. On point with all points ;)
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
I did not no, sounds like I should have?
@willmcgregor7184 Жыл бұрын
ADVs- High mass + high ctre of mass= Tippy. Just the way it is. Seats-personal thing but I think many could have foam remove where legs make contact with seat which will allow the feet to make better contact with ground.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
True. Honestly I'm not sure why they didn't make the seat pan a little thinner. Definitely would've been helpful.
@rollinlikeariver7756 Жыл бұрын
Nice review; critical but not overly critical. Where can I get a camera like the one on your fender? Like that so much! Which cam is that?
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
It's an insta 360, I have links in the video description to them.
@jarrodleis4046 Жыл бұрын
While I believe the T700 is one of the best bikes in its class it is important to be aware that any bikes in this class or larger can be extremely difficult to handle in genuine off road conditions. As long as buyers are aware of this fact they should be happy with their purchase. If you really require true off road performance along with somewhat decent on road performance you better get a DR650 while you still can.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
100% agree. I probably should've hit that point a little harder. This bike is amazing off road for what it is, but wouldn't be nearly as good as something like a DR or DRZ. No comparison there.
@thehoelzels6316 Жыл бұрын
Except for for suspension and suspension upgrade options. That's where the T7 shines.
@jarrodleis4046 Жыл бұрын
@@thehoelzels6316 You can put a fancy pair of track shoes on a fat chic but she still ain’t gonna run the 100m in 10 seconds.
@RiseRyder Жыл бұрын
Sad to see it go, but excited for what's next. I agree with everything you said. I think the T7 is an amazing bike. A couple of things hold me back, the exhaust issue, top heavy, and range. I think the Aprilia is the unicorn I've been looking for, but like you said, the only bikes I would take around the world is the KLR or the T7. Guess I'll keep rocking my Gen2 KLR for now.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris! The Tenere is a blast but it's hard to beat 300 miles to the tank!
@thatoneguy_429 Жыл бұрын
Klr for the win!
@anthonydentice8180 Жыл бұрын
id defo swap out the klr for a t7 if a decent deal comes around,
@Sarj_ent Жыл бұрын
You can't beat the DR650 for around the world bike
@Hunter1st Жыл бұрын
Video came out too late, bought a tenere 1200.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
NOOOOOOO haha. How do you like it?
@Hunter1st Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions had to be real with myself, I drive on the road way more often than I'll ever take it on dirt, so the more touring oriented tenere was the play. Its awesome. Got it tuned to 130hp at the crank and it GOES. Full arrow exhaust, header and slip-on and a Dyno tune.
@marcksman1990 Жыл бұрын
Love the exhaust note
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
SAME
@Radio-ns4bp Жыл бұрын
Excellent video per usual Ben! If you had to choose between the 2022 KLR and the Tenere for a 1000 mile trip, which would you choose for comfort? I’m assuming Tenere? Trying to decide if upgrading my KLR to this is truly worth it. I love the 2022 KLR.
@carado1984 Жыл бұрын
Hey. Don't. I love my T7 but if your comfortable at highway speeds just enjoy the ride.
@ZmanAdventurez88 Жыл бұрын
I also ride a 2022 KLR650. If your planning on doing a 1000 miles trip then look into an aftermarket seat. I believe seat concepts makes a nice one but I notice after sitting for 2 hours or more at a time on the KLR it can start to hurt. Honestly though I love my KLR and I wouldn't trade it for anything
@downbytheriver501 Жыл бұрын
I have a tenere. Just got it, only put 70 miles on it so far. It is an amazing cycle, very capable. But not very comfortable. I sat on a new KLR650 today and it felt like a sofa compared to my barstool of a bike.
@Radio-ns4bp Жыл бұрын
@@carado1984 Thank you! I appreciate the input.
@Radio-ns4bp Жыл бұрын
@@ZmanAdventurez88 Thanks for the response Ian! Yes, I love my KLR as well. I will definitely look into the Seat Concepts seat that you mentioned. 👍
@robbieandbeckie Жыл бұрын
I bought the Africa Twin. Dealerships here all say they can't get Yamaha, don't see them on the sales floor. Suzuki is almost non existent here too. Every other brand plentiful. At least compared to 3 or 4 months ago.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Yeah it's not an easy task finding one. I've seen several pop up used around here actually though which I assume will happen more and more as the other 700ish bikes start to hit the showroom floors.
@robbieandbeckie Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions Yes, that would be great to get a good deal on a used one. Patience....
@csiautodetail Жыл бұрын
I got tired of looking for a T7, I found a few used, but people are trying to sell them for 2 or 3 thousand more than MRSP with 3 or 4k miles, crazy. I came across a good deal of a low miles KTM 1190 with a lot of freckles, and I pulled the trigger, I haven't regret it.
@aaronwaderides7209 Жыл бұрын
Well Mason ADV just showed his new ride for next year I’m curious to know what your planning on riding
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thinking Transalp 750 if they're available.
@aaronwaderides7209 Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions I went from the KLR to the Super Tenere 1200 only different was the weight and it was geared higher so I’m limited to what trails I ride . I found this out the hard way lol .
@rlovell383 Жыл бұрын
Where you riding there? Foliage looks similar to my neck of the woods in upstate NY
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Not all to far from there I suppose. Northern WI.
@SB-Kiwi Жыл бұрын
Great content. 👍👌
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@rollinlikeariver7756 Жыл бұрын
Suc wonderful colors in those trees; what is the location? I must go there now! lol
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Harrison Hills ATV trails in Lincoln county Wisconsin.
@toby7504 Жыл бұрын
I may be the only one here, but i did not like the T7. Love the look on this bike, and l was so ready to trade my 800xc for this, but other than the look and the engine l could not like the bike in any way. Im here for the klr tho. Great work sir.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
You didn't like how it felt to sit on and ride your saying? I honestly took a while to really fall for it. The comfort adjustments I did helped that process a lot but the hugeness of it is a little off putting. I'm not sure what it is exactly but it does seem to have a certain coldness to it, if that makes any sense. I think it just takes a little longer to bond with than other bikes.
@majormassenspektrometer Жыл бұрын
Bought it wihtout seeing this video. Now what? 😂😂
@apz5817 Жыл бұрын
I want to buy my first motorcycle and I'm a bit confused. I like this bike and I'm 6'2 (1,88cm) so i think i will fit perfectly on a T7. Although I will mostly ride on roads,(dirty roads maybe sometimes at first) and i will ride two up mostly aswell. I want the motorcycle for small andlarge trips when i can. Don't know if t7 will be a good option.. Tracer 7 is another option but a bit small bike for me i guess, and maybe a bit more beginner friendly. What's your thoughts on these? Nice video!
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
It sounds like the Tenere would be a good fit for your size and intended purpose. But I always recommend something a little less intense for a first bike. Honestly I'm still learning things from my TW200 and I truly believe a 250 or 300 dual sport is the best bike to learn on, both on road and off. Plus they're still a ton of fun after you get your sea legs. If you do decide to just go for it with the Tenere, take it really, really easy. The power it has is probably more dangerous than a sport bike since it has so much torque down low.
@DB-sd3cw Жыл бұрын
Get a used DRZ400s/sm for your first bike. You won't care about dropping it, have tons of fun and when you go to sell it for a bigger bike it won't lose any value.
@Heraklej 3 ай бұрын
Kove 800x
@ianferrier235 Жыл бұрын
Very nice Ben, is your dad going to take it off your hands.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian! I'm not sure yet honestly lol I think he thinks I'm going to change my mind still haha.
@anthonydentice8180 Жыл бұрын
if you could only have one bike that had the mods you want, what would it be tho? ps i think front headlight cage was pretty essential mod for me
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Boy that's a tough one... Probably my Tenere haha. But a CRF450 with a Rally fairing would be awesome...
@anthonydentice8180 Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions yeh awsum choise, i like the HRC rally 450 crf dakar bike, i had one of those honda 250 rally versons fornlil while was k i guess. good luck from down under 👍
@Jumpingplayer 2 ай бұрын
do you drive with the high beams on?
@SwankyCatProductions 2 ай бұрын
Yes, I always leave them on during the day. Helps get the attention of distracted car & UTV drivers.
@Jumpingplayer 2 ай бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions ah ok, concerning distracted drivers, I understand better. I was also considering fog light just for being seen, although I wouldn't need them at all
@gabrielkopp2036 Жыл бұрын
Just curious have you ever had any issues with stalling?
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Nope. I've snubbed it off a few times but nothing out of the ordinary.
@gabrielkopp2036 Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions that's what I thought..I've never had an issue with either..I had a guy comment on another channel try to say t7 has is know to stall...must just be a troll lol..love your content on both your t7 and klr650
@11breaper68 Жыл бұрын
T7 is my 🦄 and thinking only the Norden 901 could change that. But thats all subjective because everyone is different.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Yep, all depends what your looking for.
@davidb9323 Жыл бұрын
Wish I could wheelie my R1250 like that
@Jon-ix3vc Жыл бұрын
Any dealers in the US taking orders for a Transalp 750?
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure, I'll have to email my local shop to see if they've heard anything.
@clayh1595 Жыл бұрын
Keep the T7 videos coming
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
I've got a few more lined up before I sell it. If my dad buys it you'll still see it once in a while.
@blade1535 Жыл бұрын
HP Corsa titanium high exhaust is awesome.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Forgot about that one, thanks!
@mrams0504 Жыл бұрын
Mivv Dakar for Tenere 700 is also quite decent and works without cutting (just like HP Course)
@smashy_smasherton Жыл бұрын
I wish other riders would quit buying them so I could get one.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Haha eventually they'll be available
@izom Жыл бұрын
the gps and the monitor in my eyeview- couldnt ride like that...:-/
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
They only like like they're in the way because the cameras mounted to my chin.
@willrector9716 Жыл бұрын
5k in a couple years? Need to ride more bud! And that's barely broken in! Geez
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
I've got three bikes, two ATVs, two kids and I live in a state that's covered in snow a quarter of the year. I ride as much as I can, bro. GeeeEEEeeeez!
@americandude3825 Жыл бұрын
It really is a big dirtbike.
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@MotoGiant Жыл бұрын
want one so bad.....too bad I am broke :(
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
It's a bike worth waiting for but any bike you can ride is a good one!
@charlescummings1484 Жыл бұрын
Go fund me?
@ToValhall Жыл бұрын
T 7 4life. sorry you have to get rid of it
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Definitely not looking forward to it lol
@northof49adv Жыл бұрын
8:18 got to work on those slow riding skills buddy! Don't think it's the bike's fault lol
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Watch that clip back one more time...
@northof49adv Жыл бұрын
@@SwankyCatProductions "not to putt around or it will send you into a tree 🎄"
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Right, and the clip of the bike going into the tree isn't me. I handle it just fine at slow speeds, doesn't mean it's easy to do though.
@Pavel-gp8ze Жыл бұрын
This is like a ''please i need likes and views''....
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
And how's that different from any other KZfaq video?
@evanhendry3642 Жыл бұрын
Rubbish right front he start
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input.
@ZeusFace101 Жыл бұрын
Another click bait video
@SwankyCatProductions Жыл бұрын
Attention grabbing, yes. Click bait, no.
@DorkintheRoad Жыл бұрын
Clickbait would be if there was no actual Tenere content in the video. There seems to be quite a lot of it.
@fatrat1369 Жыл бұрын
Great video! it’s not click bait if it’s full of detailed information about the T7 from a TRUE owners perspective.
@meddlecho Жыл бұрын
Too many adds. Poor channel.
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