Zongshen Rx3 vs Yamaha Tenere 700
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Zongshen Rx3
Yamaha Tenere 700
Horsepower (hp)
21 hp
72 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
68 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
178 kg
204 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
21 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated; official figures vary slightly by market)
72 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated; note: real-world reports vary between 130–150 km/h)
170 km/h (estimated; Yamaha does not officially publish a figure)
Weight
178 kg (wet/curb weight)
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approximately 18–22 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Zongshen Rx3
7.0/10
"Brilliant budget adventure bike if you're mechanically inclined and diligent."
Pros
+Punchy twin-cylinder engine
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Genuine off-road capable suspension
Cons
−Electrical connectors corrode quickly
−Resale value drops sharply
−Dealer support nearly nonexistent
Yamaha Tenere 700
8.5/10
"The adventure bike that actually delivers on its promises."
Pros
+Incredibly reliable CP2 engine
+Lightweight for the class
+Strong used parts ecosystem
Cons
−Suspension needs upgrading eventually
−Fuel range genuinely disappointing
−Vibration noticeable above 80mph
Top 10 Accessories
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