Yamaha XTZE 1200 Super Ténéré 2019 — Specifications

One sometimes wonders what more is needed to shine in the jungle of large trail bikes. With its 112 horsepower and 116.7 Nm of torque, the Yamaha XTZE 1200 Super Ténéré possesses strong arguments. Yet, facing BMW GS models and other KTM Adventure bikes that are expanding their territory, Yamaha had to bring out the heavy artillery. This E version, with its electronic suspension system, clearly targets the rider who no longer wants to touch a screwdriver.

The principle is simple and terribly effective. A button on the handlebar, a few micromotors, and you have access to a menu of 84 combinations of settings for the fork and shock absorber. This is far from a simple basic preset. It’s a true custom suspension, bringing the Yamaha XTZE 1200 Super Ténéré closer to the agility of the most sophisticated models. The weight of 265 kg fully fueled is forgotten on the asphalt, where the machine displays stability and precision worthy of a road bike. The 1200 cm3 twin breathes flexibility and generosity, perfect for long stages or chaotic trails.

To justify its price of 15,000 euros, the E version is adorned with serious equipment. Heated grips, cruise control, dual mapping, traction control, and switchable ABS are standard. It even gains a synthetic suede seat cover and a center stand. It’s a motorcycle ready for travel, designed for those who want to cover thousands of kilometers without compromising on comfort and control.

The competition is fierce, and the Yamaha XTZE 1200 Super Ténéré knows it. It doesn’t have the mechanical madness of a KTM, nor the iconic status of the GS. Its strength lies in this clever mix of unwavering robustness, technology that simplifies life without complicating it, and an unbreakable character inherited from legendary Ténéré models. It’s the machine for the demanding globetrotter who wants electronics without headaches, who appreciates the serenity of shaft drive and the 23-liter tank capacity. It doesn’t seek a fight on the stopwatch, but it will be there, faithful to its post, when the roads become uncertain and the kilometers accumulate.