Can you ride the Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme (2024 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme (2024 onwards)

The Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme is a combination of the standard Tenere 700 with its 16-litre fuel tank, and the Tenere 700 World Raid with its high-quality suspension. There are a few other changes that make this bike better as well. You will get a taller seat, bigger foot pegs, radiator guard, and chain guide. There is also a brand-new dash with three display options.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme is a 689cc A2-friendly adventure bike. It has a power output of 54 kW (72 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 35.1% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme.
Title | Spec |
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Manufacturer | Yamaha |
Category | Adventure Off-Road |
Engine type | Parallel Twin |
Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
Engine size | 689cc |
Power output | 54 kW |
Torque output | 50 ft-lb |
Top speed | 120 mph |
Horsepower | 72 bhp |
Weight | 205 kg |
Seat height | 910 mm |
Front tyre size | 90/90-21 |
Rear tyre size | 150/70-18 |
Fuel tank size | 16 litres |
Fuel tank range | 190 miles |
Fuel consumption | 55 mpg |
Oil capacity | 2.6 litres |
Annual road tax | £121 |
Price | £11,000 |
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