Yamaha Motor Corp unveiled the last of its last 2014 models this week, a
revised Super Ténéré and Super Ténéré ES. Both bikes are updated based on
feedback from consumers and get a reworked engine, ergonomics, and rider
interface, with the ES adding electronically adjustable suspension.
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| 2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré First Look |
“We’ve listened to the media as well as our riders for how to improve this
bike,” Yamaha Motorcycle Product Planning Manager Derek Brooks says. “We
certainly know that there was some request for more exciting power character,
especially the low end right off of idle. Also some requests for improved
comfort or ride position, as well as ease of use for some of the features,”
Brooks adds. By updating the shape of the exhaust port and removing the exhaust
crossover tube, Yamaha has provided the 1199cc parallel-twin engine with an
additional 2 horsepower and 1.5 foot-pounds of torque. Yamaha’s Drive Mode
throttle has a Touring and Sport mode, and for 2014 there’s a larger disparity
between those modes for better use on the road.
2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré
Removable bar risers place the 2014 model’s handlebar 10mm higher and 10mm
closer to the rider, which addresses the concern surrounding comfort in myriad
riding environments. The standard and ES version get an easy-to-operate
multi-function meter with a more modern design and large fuel gauge, in addition
to a reshaped windscreen that’s claimed to provide superior wind protection as
well as less wind noise. The Super Ténéré’s seat and windscreen are both
adjustable without the use of tools.
2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré
The 2014 Super Ténéré ES model’s electronically adjusted suspension offers
four pre-load settings, three damping adjustments (Soft, Standard, or Hard) and
an additional seven fine-tuning damping adjustments, which allows riders to
alter the suspension based on road conditions and pace. The ES model also gets
heated grips with three levels of adjustment.
The 2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré will sell for $15,090, and the Super Ténéré ES
will have an MSRP of $16,190.
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