Which is faster, the KTM 890 Adventure R or the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The KTM 890 Adventure R. It carries 0.49 hp per kilo (105 hp, 215 kg wet) against 0.35 hp per kilo for the Yamaha Tenere 700 (73 hp, 208 kg).

Is the KTM 890 Adventure R cheaper than the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The Yamaha Tenere 700 is cheaper at €11,199 list, €4,300 less than the KTM 890 Adventure R at €15,499.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha Tenere 700. Its 875 mm seat is 5 mm lower than the KTM 890 Adventure R, and at 208 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 890 Adventure R or the Tenere 700?

The KTM 890 Adventure R, which scores 8.8 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha Tenere 700 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The KTM 890 Adventure R: 435 km from its 20 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 372 km for the Yamaha Tenere 700.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 890 Adventure R, scoring 64.1 of 100 against 55.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

KTM 890 Adventure R vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Two adventure bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits.

KTM

890 Adventure R

64.1

/ 100

Winner

Yamaha

Tenere 700

55.1

/ 100

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0 to 100 km/h

Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.

KTM 890 Adventure R0 km/h

Full specification comparison: KTM 890 Adventure R versus Yamaha Tenere 700
Spec	KTM890 Adventure R	YamahaTenere 700
Engine
Engine	LC8c parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC	CP2 parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC
Displacement	889 cc	689 cc
Power	105 hp at 8,000 rpm	73 hp at 9,000 rpm
Torque	100 Nm at 6,500 rpm	68 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Power to weight	0.49 hp/kg	0.35 hp/kg
Chassis
Wet weight	215 kg	208 kg
Front suspension	WP XPLOR 48 mm, 240 mm	KYB 43 mm inverted, 210 mm
Front adjustability	Fully adjustable	Fully adjustable
Rear suspension	WP XPLOR PDS monoshock, 240 mm	KYB monoshock, 200 mm
Rear adjustability	Fully adjustable	Preload and rebound
Front brake	320 mm, radial 4-piston	282 mm, axial 2-piston
ABS	Cornering ABS	Switchable ABS
Dimensions
Seat height	880 mm	875 mm
Wheelbase	1528 mm	1595 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	16 L
Claimed consumption	4.6 L/100 km	4.3 L/100 km
Fuel range	435 km	372 km
Ownership
Price	€15,499	€11,199
Service interval	15,000 km	10,000 km
Valve check	30,000 km	42,000 km
Warranty	2 years	2 years
Equipment
Dash	TFT	TFT
Ride modes	Yes	Yes
Traction control	Yes	Yes
Quickshifter	Optional	Optional
Cruise control	Optional	Not available
Connectivity	Yes	Yes

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Verdict

The KTM 890 Adventure R wins this comparison clearly, 64.1 points to 55.1.

The gap of 9 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 890 Adventure R takes 12.5 points out of the Tenere 700. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 890 Adventure R is the quicker machine: 105 hp and 100 Nm moving 215 kg, against 73 hp and 68 Nm moving 208 kg for the Tenere 700. That is 0.49 hp per kilo playing 0.35.

The Tenere 700 costs €11,199, which leaves €4,300 in your pocket against the 890 Adventure R at €15,499. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the Tenere 700 and 15,000 km on the 890 Adventure R.

Better for city and commuting

Yamaha Tenere 700

A 875 mm seat, 372 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.

Better for weekend twisties

KTM 890 Adventure R

105 hp pushing 215 kg with WP XPLOR 48 mm up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.

Better for longer trips

KTM 890 Adventure R

435 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the KTM 890 Adventure R or the Yamaha Tenere 700?: The KTM 890 Adventure R. It carries 0.49 hp per kilo (105 hp, 215 kg wet) against 0.35 hp per kilo for the Yamaha Tenere 700 (73 hp, 208 kg).
Is the KTM 890 Adventure R cheaper than the Yamaha Tenere 700?: The Yamaha Tenere 700 is cheaper at €11,199 list, €4,300 less than the KTM 890 Adventure R at €15,499.
Which is better for shorter riders?: The Yamaha Tenere 700. Its 875 mm seat is 5 mm lower than the KTM 890 Adventure R, and at 208 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
Which has better technology, the 890 Adventure R or the Tenere 700?: The KTM 890 Adventure R, which scores 8.8 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha Tenere 700 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.
Which goes further on a tank?: The KTM 890 Adventure R: 435 km from its 20 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 372 km for the Yamaha Tenere 700.
Which bike wins overall?: The KTM 890 Adventure R, scoring 64.1 of 100 against 55.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

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