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2016 Yamaha Super Tenere

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere

 

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere Review

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere on www.Totalmotorcycle.com

Features compact, powerful 6-speed 1199cc inline twin, electronic cruise control, Drive Mode, traction control, ABS brake, and adjustable seat…

TRANSCONTINENTAL ADVENTURE

Powerful inline twin, cruise control, D Mode, traction control, ABS, and adjustable seat.

Conquer Road

The Super Ténéré comes with a prestigious lineage of success at the famous Paris to Dakar Rally. In fact, Yamaha won the first ever event in 1978 and followed that up with 8 other victories at the world’s most gruelling rally.

/// Storage
For 2016, the Super Ténéré comes standard with anodized, aluminum side cases. With a capacity of 32L each and water resistant, these cases are capable of carrying and protecting anything you throw at them. The one-key fits all operating system, also means you won’t have to worry about extra keys.

/// Power
The Super Ténéré is built for adventure, with an exceptionally narrow and compact 1199cc parallel twin using a unique 270° crank for excellent torque and traction. Engine mass is kept low for surprisingly light, agile handling. Its wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has the right gear, whether on the open highway or off-road. Your adventure begins here.

/// Performance
Whether touring across North America, carving up a twisty road or exploring a deserted fire road, the Super Ténéré is guaranteed to provide the highest levels of comfort, convenience and performance that riders have come to expect from Yamaha.

 

Note the Super Tenere is called the XT1200Z Super Ténéré in Europe

Go Beyond

Adventure travelling takes skill, courage and endurance – as well as faith in your machine. Faith that it’ll love rocky river crossings and dirt roads as much as you do. Faith that it’s going to be comfortable on a long freeway haul. Faith that it’s got what it takes to carve up twisty mountain roads.

The Super Ténéré is built from the ground up to be the most exciting next-generation adventure tourer, combining Yamaha’s Dakar-bred toughness and reliability with light, easy handling and advanced rider assist technology.

The Super Ténéré is now available in eye-catching, distinctive Matt Grey.

 

 

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere www.Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

Compact and Powerful Engine
The Super Ténéré® is built for adventure, with an exceptionally compact 1199cc parallel twin using a unique 270° crank for excellent torque and traction. Engine mass is kept low for great handling. Narrow 2-cylinder inline engine is slim and compact for carving tight lines in twisty mountain roads.
•All-Purpose Drivetrain
Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has the right gear, whether on the open highway or off-road. The durable enclosed shaft drive is protected from the elements while providing a direct, responsive connection to the rear wheel.
•Advanced Fuel Injection
Twin downdraft throttle body fuel injection with YCC-T® (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) delivers optimum throttle control and acceleration. Two-position “D-Mode” (Drive Mode) throttle response allows the rider to adjust mapping for conditions or preferences.
•Traction Control
Traction control lets the rider get on the gas with confidence. This very advanced system regulates ignition timing, fuel injection and throttle valve opening based on wheel spin, providing a smooth response that is not abrupt like the competitors. Three modes available to match rider preference, including off.
•Assured Braking
Super Ténéré has both an Antilock Braking System (ABS) and Unified Braking System (UBS). With UBS, squeezing the front brake lever also provides some rear-wheel braking; pressing the rear brake first overrides UBS for traditional separate front and rear braking action.
•Convenience and Comfort
Whether riding across town or crossing a continent, rider comfort and convenience are important. Super Ténéré delivers, with cruise control, an adjustable seat height and windshield, tuneable front and rear suspension, low-maintenance shaft drive, centerstand and more.

 

2016 Yamaha Super Tenere www.Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

ENGINE

Crossplane Crankshaft Engine
The 1199cc parallel twin, liquid-cooled engine features a unique 270° crossplane crankshaft for superior traction. It’s almost like having a big-bore thumper without the uncomfortable vibration.
•Adventure-Ready Motor
Compact engine design uses a dry-sump oil supply inside the crankcase, boosting ground clearance, while a side-mounted radiator makes the Super Ténéré surprising narrow and protects the radiator from rocks and debris.
•Advanced Fuel Injection
Downdraft twin bore fuel injection system with 12-hole injectors is tuned for on- or off-road adventures, and is equally at home commuting as it is on long stretches of open highway.
•Traction Control
Proven YCC-T fly-by-wire technology allows for an advanced traction control system, which regulates ignition timing and fuel injection volume and throttle valve opening based on rear wheel spin. Three rider-selected modes are available to match conditions and the rider’s preference.
•Cruise Control
The Super Ténéré includes a cruise control system powered by the YCC-T. The rider can easily select or adjust a set speed to ease long-distance touring on the highway.
•D-Mode Throttle
Yamaha’s D-Mode throttle offers two response settings: “T-mode” for Touring and general riding, giving a softer response, and “S-mode” for Sport riding, when the rider wants the most performance possible.
•All-Purpose Drivetrain
Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has gear ratios optimized for everything from slow dirt roads to higher speed sport riding. The durable enclosed shaft drive is protected from the elements while providing a direct, responsive connection to the rear wheel.

 

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

Robust Steel Chassis
The steel frame is designed to reduce rider fatigue during long rides. Using a steel main frame offers the best balance of strength and flexibility so it can help absorb jolts from uneven road surfaces.
•Assured Braking
The ABS and Unified Brake System (UBS) work together to help prevent wheel lock during braking. This system allows the rider to operate front and rear brakes together by simply pulling the front brake lever, especially helpful when riding while standing on the pegs. Applying the rear brake first overrides UBS to provide traditional separate front and rear brake control.
•Plush, Adjustable Suspension
Adjustable preload suspension allows the rider to adjust for varying loads or a passenger. The forks are compression and rebound adjustable and the rear shock is rebound-damping adjustable as well.
•Customizable Comfort
The Super Ténéré comes equipped with both adjustable windshield and seat height. One inch of seat height adjustment provides a lower height for shorter riders or a roomier riding position for taller riders in the high position, while the windscreen can be easily adjusted 2.3 inches vertically without tools.
•Adventure-Ready Ergonomics
The grooved foot pegs show Yamaha’s attention to detail: While the rider is seated, rubber cushions provide excellent comfort. When the rider stands to tackle more technical riding conditions, the rubber compresses, letting the rider’s boots contact the metal foot peg surface.

 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Robust Steel Chassis
The steel frame is designed to reduce rider fatigue during long rides. Using a steel main frame offers the best balance of strength and flexibility so it can help absorb jolts from uneven road surfaces.
•Assured Braking
The ABS and Unified Brake System (UBS) work together to help prevent wheel lock during braking. This system allows the rider to operate front and rear brakes together by simply pulling the front brake lever, especially helpful when riding while standing on the pegs. Applying the rear brake first overrides UBS to provide traditional separate front and rear brake control.
•Plush, Adjustable Suspension
Adjustable preload suspension allows the rider to adjust for varying loads or a passenger. The forks are compression and rebound adjustable and the rear shock is rebound-damping adjustable as well.
•Customizable Comfort
The Super Ténéré comes equipped with both adjustable windshield and seat height. One inch of seat height adjustment provides a lower height for shorter riders or a roomier riding position for taller riders in the high position, while the windscreen can be easily adjusted 2.3 inches vertically without tools.
•Adventure-Ready Ergonomics
The grooved foot pegs show Yamaha’s attention to detail: While the rider is seated, rubber cushions provide excellent comfort. When the rider stands to tackle more technical riding conditions, the rubber compresses, letting the rider’s boots contact the metal foot peg surface.

 

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2016 Yamaha Super Tenere – www.Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $15,590 – 60th Anniversary Yellow – Available from November 2015
$15,090 – Raven – Available from November 2015

Engine Type 1199cc liquid-cooled inline 2-cylinder; DOHC; 8 valves
Bore x Stroke 98.0mm x 79.5mm
Compression Ratio 11.0:1
Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection with YCC-T
Ignition TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission 6-speed; multi-plate wet clutch
Final Drive Shaft
Suspension / Front 43mm inverted fork; adjustable preload,
compression and rebound damping; 7.5-in travel
Suspension / Rear Monoshock; adjustable preload and rebound
damping; 7.5-in of travel
Brakes / Front Dual 310mm hydraulic disc, Unified Brake
System and ABS
Brakes / Rear 282mm single disc, Unified Brake System and
ABS
Tires / Front 110/80R19
Tires / Rear 150/70R17
L x W x H 88.8 in x 38.6 in x 55.5 in
Seat Height 33.3 or 34.3 in
Wheelbase 60.6 in
Rake (Caster Angle) 28.0°
Trail n/a
Ground Clearance n/a
Fuel Capacity 6.1 gal
Fuel Economy 43 mpg
Wet Weight 575 lb
Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)
Color 60th Anniversary Yellow; Raven

** Fuel economy estimates are based on US EPA exhaust emission certification data obtained by Yamaha.
Your actual mileage will vary depending on road conditions, how you ride and maintain your vehicle,
accessories, cargo and operator/passenger weight.
*** Wet weight includes the vehicle with all standard equipment and all fluids, including oil, coolant (as
applicable) and a full tank of fuel. It does not include the weight of options or accessories. Wet weight is
useful in making real-world comparisons with other models.

 

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2016 Yamaha Super Tenere – www.Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: Starting from $16999 CDN

/// ENGINE
ENGINE
Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valves (4-valves / cyl), inline twin
DISPLACEMENT
1199cc
BORE AND STROKE
98 x 79.5mm
COMPRESSION RATIO
11:1
MAXIMUM TORQUE
11.9 kg-m (86 ft-lbs.) @ 6,000 rpm
ENGINE MANAGEMENT
YCC-T, D-Mode, Traction Control & Cruise Control
FUEL DELIVERY
Mikuni 46mm throttle body F.I
ESTIMATED FUEL CONSUMPTION±
18.2kpl / 51.4mpg (Imp.)
LUBRICATION
Dry sump
IGNITION / STARTING
TCI / Electric
TRANSMISSION
6-speed
FINAL DRIVE
Shaft

/// CHASSIS
SUSPENSION (FRONT)
Fully adj. inverted 43mm fork / 190mm (7.5″) travel
SUSPENSION (REAR)
Adjustable link Monocross / 190mm (7.5″) travel
BRAKES (FRONT)
Dual 310mm discs (ABS & Unified) / 4-piston calipers
BRAKES (REAR)
282mm disc (ABS & Unified) / single-piston caliper
TIRES (FRONT)
110/80R19 (tubeless)
TIRES (REAR)
150/70R17 (tubeless)

/// CRITICAL DATA
LENGTH
2,255mm (88.8″)
WIDTH
980mm (38.6″)
HEIGHT
1,410mm (55.5″) to 1470mm (57.9″)
WHEELBASE
1,540mm (60.6″)
RAKE / TRAIL
28 degrees / 126mm
GROUND CLEARANCE
190mm (7.5″)
SEAT HEIGHT
845mm (33.3″) or 870mm (34.3″)
FUEL CAPACITY
23 litres (5.1 Imp. gal.)
WET WEIGHT
261kg (574.2 lbs)
COLOUR(S)
Black Metallic X
60th Anniversary (Yellow & Black)

Specifications, appearance, and price of product are subject to change without notice.
* MSRP does not include freight, PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection), pre-rigging (boats), or taxes. Dealer may sell for less. See your local dealer for out the door pricing.
± Fuel economy estimates are based on US EPA exhaust emission certification data obtained by Yamaha and converted into Canadian measurements. Your actual mileage will vary depending on road condition, how you ride, maintain your vehicle, accessories, cargo and operator/passenger weight.

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2016 Yamaha Super Tenere – www.Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Europe/UK MSRP Price: See Dealer for pricing in GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

Engine
Engine type Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valves
Displacement 1,199cc
Bore x stroke 98 mm x 79.5 mm
Compression ratio 11.0 : 1
Maximum power 82.4 kW (112PS) @ 7,250 rpm
Maximum Torque 117.0 Nm (11.9 kg-m) @ 6,000 rpm
Lubrication system Dry sump
Clutch Type Wet, Multiple Disc
Carburettor Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition system TCI
Starter system Electric
Transmission system Constant Mesh, 6-speed
Final transmission Shaft
Chassis
Frame Steel tube backbone
Front suspension system Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm
Front travel 190 mm
Caster Angle 28º
Trail 126 mm
Rear suspension system Swingarm, Adjustable preload and rebound damping, (link suspension), Monoshock
Rear Travel 190 mm
Front brake Hydraulic dual disc, Ø 310 mm wave discs
Rear brake Hydraulic single disc, Ø 282 mm wave disc
Front tyre 110/80R19M/C 59V
Rear tyre 150/70R17M/C 69V
Dimensions
Overall length 2,250 mm
Overall width 980 mm
Overall height 1,410 mm high 1,470 mm
Seat height 845/870 mm
Wheel base 1,540 mm
Minimum ground clearance 190 mm
Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank) 257 kg
Fuel tank capacity 23 litres
Oil tank capacity 4.2 litres

*Starting at MSRP is the manufactured suggested price and excludes delivery, setup, tax, title, license, and additional fees and expenses. Bikes may be shown with optional accessories. Final sale price determined by an authorized dealer. Specifications and MSRP are subject to change.

Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).