VOLUME ISSUE APRIL , P95
ON DIRT/ROAD
While these two bikes seem evenly
matched on the spec sheets, they are
very different in terms of ergonomics and
performance, especially in the dirt, which
shows where each bike's design priorities
lie. Not surprisingly, the Tenere still feels
like an oversized dirt bike with a relatively
flat seat, comfortable handlebar placement,
and neutral seating/standing positions.
By comparison, the Transalp has a lower
seat height (33.7" versus 34.6"), and you
feel like you sit down in it rather than on
it. That lower seat height will be heralded
(Top) The T7's screen is much better than
that of previous T7s. (Bottom) The Transalp's
screen looks bright but dust or sunlight make
it difficult to read compared to the Tenere's.
