Return of the Ténéré legend
The name
Ténéré has been synonymous with off road adventures ever since the original
dual sport machine was first launched in the early 1980s.
Developed
from Yamaha’s highly successful Dakar race-winning factory bikes, the original
Ténéré models built up a huge following of loyal owners during the 1980s and
90s.
With an
unrivalled reputation for durability, strong on and off road performance, high
levels of long-distance comfort, and the ability to handle hostile off road
terrain, the machine was one of Yamaha’s best-selling models and a favourite
for tackling harsh conditions.
Such was
its ‘go-anywhere, do-anything’ reputation, that it became the machine of choice
for numerous round-the-world travellers, and to this day the original Ténéré
and its successors have probably clocked up more orbits of the earth than any
other single-cylinder motorcycle. And at the same time as being the number one
choice with adventure-seekers, the original Ténéré also became a favourite with
riders looking for a tough, reliable and stylish all-rounder that could perform
well in almost any environment.
The
all-new XTZ660 Tenere that is designed to offer a new generation of
adventure-seeking riders the opportunity to explore a new world of
possibilities. True to the original ‘go-anywhere’ design philosophy.