Can you green lane a Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid?

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What we actually found

Owners describe the World Raid as the ultimate overland edition of the T7. Riders praise the dual side-mounted 23-litre tanks for delivering an effortless 300+ mile range, while the upgraded KYB suspension and steering damper provide vastly improved stability over deep sand and high-speed ruts. However, owners note that the extra weight and wider front profile make picking it up in deep mud noticeably harder work.

Pros for green laning

• Massive 300+ mile range: dual side-mounted 23-litre fuel tanks allow multiple days of continuous trail riding and remote lane navigation without fuel stops.
• Upgraded KYB suspension: long-travel suspension (230mm front / 220mm rear) with 255mm ground clearance provides superior bottoming resistance over standard T7 models.
• Factory steering damper: an adjustable steering damper stabilizes the front 21-inch wheel over loose shale, deep sand, and deflected rock ruts.
• Tractable CP2 engine: the 689cc crossplane twin (73.4hp/68Nm) delivers smooth, predictable low-rpm torque that tracks effortlessly across wet grass and mud.

Cons and limitations

• Noticeable extra bulk: at 220kg wet, it carries 15kg more than the standard T7, making lifting and manhandling out of deep bogs significantly more demanding.
• Wide front profile: dual fuel tanks widen the knee area, reducing the narrow dirt-bike feel and making narrow hedge-lined green lanes tighter to navigate.
• Tall 890mm seat height: towering perch makes flat-footing difficult on off-camber trail stops for riders under 6ft.
• No traction control: lacks electronic traction control, requiring smooth right-wrist discipline on slick wet chalk and icy clay.

Based on manufacturer specifications and independent motorcycle press reviews.