Toughening up

2025 YAMAHA TÉNÉRÉ 700

FIRST RIDE

Aprilia filter their rally-winning knowledge into a top-spec adventure middleweight

Road trips and an off-road foray prove the Yamaha’s versatility

Merida’s Big Nine and Big Seven hardtails offer premium tech at an entry-level price KEY STATS Travel: 100mm (Big Seven) or 120mm (Big Nine) fork Wheels: 650b (Big Seven) or 29in (Big Nine) Frame: Alu

QJMotor launch wallet-friendly middleweight adventure pairing – priced from just £7499