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Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha Ténéré 700 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Kawasaki Versys 650 and the Yamaha Ténéré 700: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Kawasaki Versys 650 is 20% cheaper than the Yamaha Ténéré 700 (MAD 99,900 vs MAD 124,900).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Kawasaki Versys 650 | Yamaha Ténéré 700 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kawasaki | Yamaha |
| Body | adventure | adventure |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Power | 67 ch | 73 ch |
| Consumption | 4.7 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 99,900 | MAD 124,900 |
| Top trim price | MAD 99,900 | MAD 134,900 |
Pros and watch-outs
Kawasaki Versys 650
Pros
- Tall riding position — visibility and long-trip comfort
- 21 L tank → 400-450 km range in economy mode
- A2-compatible (Premium Motors kit)
- More accessible than V-Strom 650 or F 800 GS Trophy
- Adjustable windscreen as standard
Watch-outs
- 219 kg → less agile in tight parking than the Z 650
- No 4×4 mode or off-road traction control
- 17" front + 17" rear wheels → limited on rocky tracks
Yamaha Ténéré 700
Pros
- 21"/18" spoked wheels + 210/200 mm long-travel suspension = pure rally-raid
- Dakar-proven CP2 engine — validated raid reliability
- 204 kg dry — lightest in the 700cc adventure segment
- A2-compatible with Yamaha kit (~3,500 MAD installed)
- 16 L tank → ~370 km range in raid
Watch-outs
- 875 mm seat height — excludes riders <180 cm without optional low seat
- 73 hp on long motorway = a bit underpowered at sustained 130 km/h
- Basic Showa suspension vs KTM 890 Adv R's WP Apex
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Frequently asked — Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Yamaha Ténéré 700
Kawasaki Versys 650 or Yamaha Ténéré 700: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Kawasaki Versys 650 (entry MAD 99,900). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Kawasaki Versys 650 and the Yamaha Ténéré 700?
The Kawasaki Versys 650 starts at MAD 99,900 versus MAD 124,900 for the Yamaha Ténéré 700, a 20% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Kawasaki Versys 650 and Yamaha Ténéré 700 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.