New Yamaha T7 to tackle KTM 890 Rally

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Picked up this news from ZA Bikers:

Yamaha revealed a Tenere 700 Raid prototype, which is a much more hardcore version of the bike, designed to tackle the hardest of enduro events.

As you would expect, it’s much more off-road focussed than the standard model. The suspension is the area that has received most attention: front and rear is now equipped with Kayaba forks and shock respectively. They offer more adjustability and 60mm more travel, giving 270mm front and 260mm rear. Custom made yokes and linkages are used. In anticipation of hot climates where the bike might be ridden, an oversize radiator with twin fans is fitted alongside an oil cooler. A heavy-duty Rekluse automatic clutch is fitted as is a full titanium exhaust system from Akrapovic.
To save on unsprung weight, a single disc is used on the front wheel while a large rear disc is used on a skinnier rear rim, used to be able to fit a 140/80 tyre.

The rear sprocket is larger, lowering the overall gearing. Twin fuel tanks – one at the front and one at the back – are fitted, along with a rally screen, carbon fibre bash plate, rally seat, a Scotts steering damper and a full complement of navigation gear from RNS.
There was no indication that a production version would go on sale to the public but expect demand to be high so maybe Yamaha will capitulate.

Full article and pictures here: https://www.zabikers.co.za/2021/11/29/eicma-2021-round-up/?fbclid=IwAR2a3PnstHEUuYO0lP0LxGiAc4HvUrqqwQ5f-cwR6oHCzQzlMNI_yy7NviY
 
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