Yamaha MT-07 vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Verdict

The Yamaha MT-07 wins this comparison narrowly, 54.8 points to 52.1.

The gap of 2.7 points is built mostly in practicality, where the MT-07 takes 2.9 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 MT-07 is the quicker machine: 73.4 hp and 68 Nm moving 184 kg, against 73 hp and 68 Nm moving 208 kg for the Tenere 700. That is 0.40 hp per kilo playing 0.35.

The MT-07 costs €8,199, which leaves €3,000 in your pocket against the Tenere 700 at €11,199. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-07 and 10,000 km on the Tenere 700.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Yamaha MT-07 or the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The Yamaha MT-07. It carries 0.40 hp per kilo (73.4 hp, 184 kg wet) against 0.35 hp per kilo for the Yamaha Tenere 700 (73 hp, 208 kg).

Is the Yamaha MT-07 cheaper than the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The Yamaha MT-07 is cheaper at €8,199 list, €3,000 less than the Yamaha Tenere 700 at €11,199.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha MT-07. Its 805 mm seat is 70 mm lower than the Yamaha Tenere 700, and at 184 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the MT-07 or the Tenere 700?

The Yamaha Tenere 700, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha MT-07 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Yamaha Tenere 700: 372 km from its 16 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 333 km for the Yamaha MT-07.

Which bike wins overall?

The Yamaha MT-07, scoring 54.8 of 100 against 52.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.