Technical specifications and features of Yamaha’s great looking and performing 1200cc adventure motorcycle, the 2013 Super Tenere.

Engine

The 1199cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine features a unique 270° crank for superior traction because both pistons fire so closely together. It’s almost like having a big-bore thumper without the uncomfortable vibration.

• Compact engine design uses a dry-sump oil supply inside the crankcase. Side-mounted radiator for added narrowness.
• 8-valve cylinder head optimizes the fuel charge for spirited performance. The cylinder head cover is ultra-lightweight magnesium to help centralize mass.
• A two-axis primary balancer smoothes out engine vibration for all-day riding comfort.
• Forged aluminum pistons and carburized connecting rods for durability and performance.
• Downdraft twin bore fuel injection system with 12-hole injectors is tuned for off-road adventures. This system is equally at home on long stretches of open highway.
• Proven YCC-T fly-by-wire technology is matched to a traction control system, which regulates ignition timing and fuel injection volume based on rear wheel spin. Three rider-selected modes are available to match conditions and the rider’s preference.
• Yamaha D-Mode has two settings:
  • “T-mode” for Touring and general riding, giving a softer response
  • “S-mode” for Sport riding when the rider wants the most performance possible.
• Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission has gear ratios optimized for everything from slow dirt roads to higher speed sport riding. Something I will need to ride this bike to figure out if that’s true.
• The low-maintenance shaft drive is clean and reliable with a compact rear axle gear case thanks to its hypoid gear design.

Chassis/ Suspension

• The steel frame is designed to reduce rider fatigue during long rides. Using a steel main frame offers the best balance of strength and flexibility, one good at absorbing jolts from uneven road surfaces.
• The engine is a stressed member of the frame. Locating the crankshaft low and close the foot pegs gives the bike a remarkably light feel, even off road.
• The ABS and Unified Brake System (UBS) work together to help prevent wheel lock during braking. This system allows the rider to operate front and rear brakes together by simply pulling the front brake lever, especially helpful when riding while standing on the pegs. Applying the rear brake first overrides UBS to provide traditional separate front and rear brake control.
• Adjustable preload suspension allows the rider to adjust for vary- ing loads or a passenger. The forks are compression and rebound adjustable and the rear shock is rebound-damping adjustable as well.
• A generous 6-gallon fuel tank allows for long touring with less down time for fill-ups.
• The 2013 Super Tenere comes equipped with an adjustable windshield and seat height. 1 inch of seat height adjustment provides a low height for shorter riders or a roomier riding position for taller riders in the high position.
• Front and rear hydraulic discs are both wave-type for great performance on or off road.
• The grooved foot pegs show Yamaha’s attention to detail. While the rider is seated, rubber cushions provide excellent comfort. When the rider stands to tackle more technical riding conditions, the rubber compresses, letting the rider’s boots contact the metal foot peg surface

2013 Super Tenere – Additional Features

• Handlebar brush guards are standard equipment.
• The optional flexible luggage system design has three possible set-ups:
  • standard with no top case/side bags
  • top case only
  • side cases only
•  I would really go for the 2013 Super Tenere Black Side Cases. They would make the colors of the 2013 Super Tenere really stand out and not get lost in all that aluminium glare as seen above. I may be a little partial to black, but I really think it would show up your world tour sticker and those of the countries you’ve visited in a very good manner.
• Genuine Yamaha top case and side cases designed for adventure touring are available as accessories. These accessories were included during the design of the motorcycle to enhance the look of the bike.
• Body components help direct cooling airflow to critical areas of the bike.
• Both side stand and center stand are provided for complete parking convenience.
• R1 style turn signals and reflectors.