Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid (2026) - Technical Review
The 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid features improved components, including taller, longer-travel suspension.
- The bike's KYB forks now measure 46mm in diameter, up from 43mm, for additional rigidity and strength.
- The forks offer 230mm of travel, up from the 210mm of the stock Ténéré, and feature Kashima coating to reduce friction.
- A new steering damper, offering 16 steps of adjustment, is added for 2026.
- The fully-adjustable piggyback monoshock at the back is also from KYB, with an increased stroke of 5mm to 106mm and a redesigned shock linkage.
Author's summary: Improved suspension for the 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid.