Buying a Yamaha Ténéré 700 is the easy part. Deciding which Ténéré 700 accessories to buy first is harder, because the aftermarket for the T7 is huge. To keep it simple, here are ten accessories worth buying first, ranked by how much they improve the bike for the money, and grouped by what they do: protect, improve comfort or fix small annoyances.
Protection First
1. Radiator guard
The radiator is the T7's most vulnerable part off-road. A rock thrown by the front tire can puncture it and leave you stranded. A radiator guard for the Ténéré 700 (2019 to 2025) is a sensible first accessory.
2. Hand guards
Broken levers end rides. Hand guards for the Ténéré 700 protect the clutch and brake levers in a tip-over and keep branches off your hands on tight trails.
3. Headlight guard
The T7's quad-LED front end is exposed to roost from riders ahead. A headlight guard is a quick install that avoids an expensive replacement.
4. Engine cover guards
The lower engine cases sit close to rocks and roots. An engine cover guard set adds a protective pair of side covers using the OEM mounting points, and helps prevent an oil leak from a cracked case. Check the fitment years on the product page.
5. Crash bars and skid plate
If you ride real trails, crash bars and an upgraded skid plate are the next step. They are bigger investments, so we cover how to choose them in our Ténéré 700 protection guide.
Comfort and Wind Protection
6. Windscreen extension bracket
The stock T7 screen is short, which is great off-road but tiring on the highway. A windscreen extension bracket (2019 to 2024) raises and stabilizes the screen, which helps reduce buffeting without replacing the screen.
7. Windshield side deflectors
Windshield side deflectors for the Ténéré 700 (2019 to 2024) are a pair of shaped panels that extend the protected zone outward, reducing direct wind on your hands and lower arms. They're especially useful on cold mornings and long highway stretches.
8. Front fender air deflector
A front fender air deflector helps manage the airflow and spray coming off the front of the bike.
Small Fixes That Make a Difference
9. License plate holder
The stock plastic rear mudguard is large. A compact CNC aluminum license plate holder for the Ténéré 700 replaces it and mounts the plate and rear indicators under the tail. Check your local rules on plate visibility and lighting before installing any tail tidy.
10. Frame hole caps and chain guide stabilizer
Frame hole cap plugs keep mud and water out of the frame, while a chain guide stabilizer (2019 to 2022) helps keep the chain guide secure on rough terrain.
What About the 2025 Ténéré 700?
The 2025 Ténéré 700 brought updates to the bike, including electronics and bodywork changes. Some accessories carry over, others don't. Always check the fitment years listed on the product page, and if in doubt, contact us with your model year before ordering.
Popular Mods We Don't Recommend Starting With
- Performance exhausts: they sound great but add little real-world benefit for trail riding and can be costly.
- Big auxiliary lights before basic protection: lights are useful, but a radiator guard will save you more money in the long run.
- Heavy hard luggage on a bike you ride off-road: soft luggage is lighter and safer in a fall.
Suspension is the exception: if you're a heavier rider or carry luggage off-road, having the suspension set up for your weight is one of the best upgrades you can make. Riders search for it a lot, and for good reason.
Our Recommended Shopping List
| Priority | Accessory | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiator guard | Prevents a trip-ending failure |
| 2 | Hand guards | Protects levers and hands |
| 3 | Headlight guard | Cheap insurance for an expensive part |
| 4 | Engine cover guards | Prevents oil leaks after a hit |
| 5 | Windscreen bracket and deflectors | Highway comfort |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the first mod to do on a Ténéré 700?
A radiator guard. It's inexpensive and protects the part most likely to stop your ride off-road.
Do I need a taller windscreen?
It depends on your height and how much highway riding you do. Many riders get good results with a bracket or deflectors before buying a new screen.
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