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) motorcycle

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 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.

TitleSpec
ManufacturerYamaha
CategoryAdventure
Off-Road
Engine typeParallel Twin
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size689cc
Power output54 kW
Torque output50 ft-lb
Top speed120 mph
Horsepower72 bhp
Weight205 kg
Seat height910 mm
Front tyre size90/90-21
Rear tyre size150/70-18
Fuel tank size16 litres
Fuel tank range190 miles
Fuel consumption55 mpg
Oil capacity2.6 litres
Annual road tax£121
Price£11,000
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