The Battle of The Adventure Motorcycles

Published on: Mar 11, 2021
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The adventure bike is a versatile beast that provides agility, performance, protection from the elements, comfort and safety. Whether on the road or on a trail, a true adventure bike will take you anywhere you like with its powerful engine, making it the ideal companion for your escapades. Discover all the adventure bikes offered at SM Sport, your adventure partner in the greater Quebec City area. Our motorcycles come from the biggest manufacturers: Suzuki, Yamaha, KTM, Moto Guzzi, Aprilia and Husqvarna.

KTM 890 Adventure R

ktm-890-adventure-r Powered by an all-new and more powerful engine, the KTM 890 Adventure R is the perfect sidekick for any adventurer looking to immerse themselves in the wilderness. This off-road type bike is great for long off-road trips. The ergonomics are designed for both sitting and standing riding and can be adjusted to the rider's body type thanks to the adaptable handlebars, seat and controls. It is also interesting to note that the air box under the seat facilitates disassembly and maintenance. The fuel tank drops down on each side of the frame to lower the center of gravity. Adventurers have been waiting for it! The KTM 890 Adventure R will open new horizons for you. Learn more about the KTM 890 Adventure R.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT

moto-guzzi-v85-tt The acronym TT, which is already part of the Moto Guzzi tradition, is perfectly suited to the V85 as it stands for "tutto terreno", or off-road. It represents a motorcycle dedicated to travel in its purest and most original form, evoking clear images of desert adventures like the Paris-Dakar. Moto Guzzi V85 TT is the new off-road bike that combines the style of the adventure bikes of the 1980s with all the features of a modern day motorcycle. The V85 TT is dedicated to all those who want to infuse a spirit of adventure and overseas travel into every ride. Discover the V85 TT from Moto Guzzi.

Yamaha Ténéré 700

ténéré-700-yamaha Ergonomic motorcycle specifically designed for adventures and offering optimal comfort on the longest rides, the Yamaha Ténéré 700 arrives on the market to the great pleasure of the many motorcyclists who have been waiting for it impatiently. This super versatile bike is very light and provides safety, strength and reliability, whether you are riding on asphalt, gravel or trails. See all the details on the Yamaha Ténéré 700.

Comparer les modèles

KTM 890 Adventure RMoto Guzzi V85 TTYamaha Ténéré 700
Starting Price$15,199$14,590$12,704
TypeAdventureAdventureAdventure
Engine2 parallel cylinders 4-stroke90° V-twin per cylinder2 cylinders aligned, CP2, DOHC
CoolingLiquidAirLiquid
Displacement890 cc853 cc689 cc
Bore and Stroke90,7 x 68,8 mm84 x 88 mm80 x 68,6 mm
Fuel DeliveryElectronic fuel injectionElectronic fuel injection, single 52 mm throttle bodyElectronic fuel injection
Transmission6-speed6-speed6-speed
Front SuspensionFully adjustable WP XPLOR Pro41 mm inverted hydraulic fork, equipped with 2 adjustment devicesFully adjustable 43 mm inverted fork / 210 mm travel
Rear SuspensionFully adjustable WP XPLOR ProLightweight aluminum swingarm, adjustable lateral shock absorberSingle shock absorber, adjustable preload (via distance controller), compression and rebound damping; 200 mm wheel stroke
Front BrakeTwo 320 mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers. Bosch 9.1 MP ABS with cornering function, Offroad mode and deactivatableDouble floating stainless steel disc 320 mm, Brembo 4-piston opposed caliper, ABS2 discs of 282 mm / ABS selectable
Rear Brake260 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper. Bosch 9.1 MP ABS with cornering function, Offroad mode and deactivatable260 mm disc, single 2-piston floating caliper, ABS245 mm disc / ABS selectable
Front Tire90/90 R21110/80 R1990/90 R21
Rear Tire150/70 R18150/70 R17150/70 R18
LengthND2 240 mm2 370 mm
WidthND950 mm905 mm
Wheelbase1 528 mm1 530 mm1 595 mm
Steering Head Angle64,1°28°/ 128 mm27°/105 mm
Ground Clearance263 mmND240 mm
Seat Height850 mm830 mm875 mm
Fuel Capacity20 litres23 litres (5-litres reserve)16 litres
Fuel Consumption4,5 l / 100 km4,9 l / 100 km4,6 l / 100 km
Wet Weight196 kg229 kg204 kg
Available ColoursBlue, Black and OrangeBlack, Red and Yellow, Red and SilverBlue, Red and White, Matte Black
CharacteristicsLED headlight and taillight, traction control system, short windshield and handguards, ABS brakes, 4-mode traction control system (road, rain, off-road and rally).TFT display, LED headlights, 3 driving modes (road, rain and off-road), cruise control, hand guard, aluminum pan guard, traction control, ABS.Rally-oriented features: 4 stacked LED headlights, efficient windshield and handguards, long-travel suspension, compact, multifunction, rally-style dashboard, cockpit is ready for various navigation devices (GPS, Roadbook), selectable ABS brakes (deactivates for off-road driving).