The 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid is designed for riders who want to cover serious distance without sacrificing off-road control or mechanical simplicity. Yamaha describes it as a long-distance adventure machine with premium upgrades, refined comfort and useful technology, and the specification supports that positioning with large-capacity dual fuel tanks, upgraded suspension, rider aids managed by a six-axis IMU and a redesigned body and headlight unit aimed at improving comfort and protection on extended journeys.

At the heart of the bike is Yamaha’s 689cc liquid-cooled CP2 parallel-twin engine. In the 2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid, this 4-stroke DOHC 4-valve twin produces 54.0 kW (73.4 PS) at 9,000 rpm and 68.0 Nm at 6,500 rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Yamaha also confirms fuel injection and YCC-T electronic throttle, with two selectable power modes: Sport for more direct road-focused response and Explorer for smoother throttle behaviour in off-road or low-grip conditions.

A major part of the World Raid’s appeal is its range and travel-focused layout. Yamaha states that the bike uses two side-mounted connected aluminium fuel tanks that are 1.5 kg lighter than the previous model while retaining a total capacity of 23 litres, with an indicated range of around 500 km depending on riding style. The split-tank arrangement is also intended to reduce the effect of fuel movement and improve stability, while contributing to more centralised mass distribution.

The chassis has been built for demanding mixed-surface use. Up front there is a fully adjustable 46 mm KYB upside-down fork with 230 mm of travel, while the rear uses a fully adjustable linked-type KYB Monocross setup with 220 mm of travel. Yamaha says the revised spring and damping settings improve shock absorption, tyre contact and rider confidence, while the upgraded rear suspension features increased shock stroke and revised linkage components for more progressive action. An adjustable steering damper is also listed among the model’s headline features.

Electronics are a key part of what sets the 2026 World Raid apart. The bike uses a six-axis IMU to monitor movement and support a package that includes lean-sensitive traction control, slide control and ABS/brake control. Yamaha specifies three modes for traction and slide control — Street, Off Road and Off — and says ABS can be switched between settings including off-road-focused Rear Off and Off modes, while Brake Control can provide cornering ABS functionality when ABS is enabled. Cruise control and a speed limiter are also included.

For everyday usability and touring convenience, the World Raid gets a 6.3-inch full-colour TFT display with a dedicated Raid theme, MyRide smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. Yamaha also lists improved rider comfort and protection, and the overall dimensions underline its serious adventure-bike intent: 890 mm seat height, 240 mm ground clearance, 1,595 mm wheelbase and 220 kg wet weight with full oil and fuel. Braking is handled by dual 282 mm front discs and a 245 mm rear disc, with a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel completing the true adventure setup.

The result is a motorcycle aimed at riders who want genuine long-distance capability with strong off-road credentials, but without moving into a larger, heavier adventure class. With its torquey CP2 engine, substantial fuel range, premium KYB suspension, sophisticated rider aids and modern TFT cockpit, the 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid stands out as a serious adventure machine for riders who want to travel further on every kind of road.

Why choose the Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid: It offers the long-range fuel capacity, premium suspension and advanced electronics needed for serious adventure riding, while keeping the engaging CP2 engine character and rugged Ténéré identity. For riders who want one bike for big-mile road work, remote travel and genuine mixed-surface capability, it is one of the strongest packages in Yamaha’s adventure line-up.

Key Highlights

• 689cc liquid-cooled CP2 parallel-twin engine
• YCC-T electronic throttle
• Two ride modes: Sport and Explorer
• Six-axis IMU
• Lean-sensitive traction control
• Slide control system
• ABS / Brake Control with off-road settings
• Cruise control
• Speed limiter
• Large-capacity 23L dual aluminium fuel tanks
• Fully adjustable 46 mm KYB USD forks
• Fully adjustable KYB rear suspension
• Adjustable steering damper
• 6.3-inch TFT display
• MyRide smartphone connectivity
• Turn-by-turn navigation
• 21-inch front wheel / 18-inch rear wheel

Technical Specifications

Engine type: 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves, 4-stroke
Displacement: 689 cc
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 68.6 mm
Compression ratio: 11.5 : 1
Maximum power: 54.0 kW (73.4 PS) @ 9,000 rpm
Maximum torque: 68.0 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Fuel system: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet sump
Clutch: Wet, multiple disc
Ignition: TCI
Starter: Electric
Transmission: Constant mesh, 6-speed
Final drive: Chain
Fuel consumption: 4.3 L/100 km
CO2 emissions: 100 g/km

Frame: Double cradle, steel tube backbone
Front suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork, 46 mm
Front travel: 230 mm
Rear suspension: Link suspension, swingarm
Rear travel: 220 mm
Front brake: Hydraulic dual disc, 282 mm
Rear brake: Hydraulic single disc, 245 mm
Front tyre: 90/90-21 M/C 54V
Rear tyre: 150/70 R 18 M/C 70V
Caster angle: 27°
Trail: 105 mm

Overall length: 2,370 mm
Overall width: 935 mm
Overall height: 1,495 mm
Seat height: 890 mm
Wheelbase: 1,595 mm
Ground clearance: 240 mm
Wet weight: 220 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 23 L
Oil capacity: 3 L

Screen type: TFT
Screen size: 6.3 inch
Navigation: MyRide turn-by-turn
Smartphone connectivity: MyRide