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KLE 500 ABS 2026 vs Tenere 700 World Raid 2024

If straight-line speed is your priority, the Tenere 700 World Raid takes the lead. With 21 HP more than the KLE 500 ABS, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. When it comes to agility, the KLE 500 ABS has a clear advantage. Weighing in 26kg less than the Tenere 700 World Raid, it will feel significantly easier to handle in low-speed traffic, parking maneuvers, and twisty corners. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the KLE 500 ABS. Its seat height is 20mm lower than the Tenere 700 World Raid, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops. Bottom Line: While both are capable, the tenere700 offers a superior power-to-weight ratio, making it the more exciting machine for experienced riders.

Kawasaki KLE 500 ABS 2026KLE 500 ABS
2026451 cc • 51 hp
Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid 2024Tenere 700 World Raid
2024689 cc • 72.4 hp
SpecKLE 500 ABSTenere 700 World Raid
Displacement451689
Power5172.4
Cylinders22
Weight194220
Seat height870890
MSRP (EU)649513690
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