Review Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid (2026)

IMU, Cruise Control, New KYB Suspension – More Technology, Same Soul

The 2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid keeps the familiar 689 cc CP2 twin with 73.4 hp and 68 Nm, but the rest of the motorcycle takes a major step forward. New for MY2026 are YCC-T ride-by-wire, a six-axis IMU, lean-sensitive traction control and cornering ABS, cruise control, a 6.3-inch TFT, and a completely revised KYB suspension package. A new 46 mm Kashima-coated USD fork offers 230 mm of travel, while the rear provides 220 mm. A 16-way adjustable steering damper is standard. The 23-liter twin-tank system is 1.5 kg lighter and still delivers more than 500 km of theoretical range. Ground clearance is 240 mm, seat height 890 mm, and ready-to-ride weight remains 220 kg. German pricing starts at around EUR 13,199 plus ancillary charges.

As of: May 26, 2026 | Model: Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid (2026; XTZ690D; MY2026 update) | Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., Iwata, Japan | German price: from approx. EUR 13,199 plus ancillary charges | Stationary noise: not published; Tyrol threshold cited in source: 95 dB(A) | Warranty: 2 years

The Verdict: More Technology, Same Soul

Our source’s March 2026 first-ride reports reach the same basic conclusion: the new World Raid is a better motorcycle without betraying the character that made the Ténéré 700 successful.

The chassis update receives particular praise. Whether on broken backroads or fast gravel tracks with deep potholes, the World Raid delivers an unusually high level of stability and control. The 2026 version strengthens the model’s core competence rather than changing its mission.

The MY2026 Update: Electronics and Suspension

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