Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

The Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both sporty motorcycles with similar engine types, power, torque, transmission, and cylinder configuration. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a slight advantage with 119 HP compared to the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020's 115 HP. The MT-09 also has higher torque at 93 Nm, while the Tracer 900 GT has 87.5 Nm. Both bikes have a 4-stroke, in-line, 3-cylinder engine configuration and use a chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 features a telescopic fork front suspension, while the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension. Both models have an aluminum frame with a twin-tube design.

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

In terms of brakes, both models feature double disk front brakes. The dimensions and weights of the front and rear tires are also the same for both models, with a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches.

The wheelbase of the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 is slightly longer at 1440 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2021's 1430 mm. The seat height of the MT-09 is also slightly lower at 825 mm compared to the Tracer 900 GT's 845 mm. The kerb weight of the MT-09 is lighter at 189 kg compared to the Tracer 900 GT's 210 kg. However, the Tracer 900 GT has a larger fuel tank capacity at 18 liters compared to the MT-09's 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 offers a powerful engine, top chassis, fun and stable riding experience, improved aerodynamics, increased comfort for the pillion passenger, cruise control, heated grips, and a TFT color display. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 boasts improvements such as reduced load change reactions, enhanced pressure from the center, an extensive electronics package, a great working quickshifter, a comfortable seating position, a successful chassis, lively handling, and overall enjoyable riding experience.

However, the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 does have some weaknesses, including a very low payload capacity, a pillion footrest system that restricts freedom of movement, and the absence of cornering ABS. The Yamaha MT-09 2021, on the other hand, has a polarizing look, a small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control only available in the SP variant.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Tracer 900 GT offers a more comfortable and touring-oriented experience with its added features and larger fuel tank capacity. The MT-09, on the other hand, provides a more aggressive and sporty riding experience with its improved handling and electronics package. Ultimately, the choice between the two models will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use of the motorcycle.

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement847 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,160 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,345 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

The Tracer 900 GT is the perfect bike for those who find the naked MT-09 too spartan for sporty country road riding. Thanks to the longer swingarm and better aerodynamics, the high-speed problems that the predecessor had to contend with have now been largely eliminated. The premium version in the form of the Tracer 900 GT goes one better and can also convince with great comfort features.

powerful engine

top chassis

fun to ride

good stability

successful revision of aerodynamics

comfort gain for pillion passenger

cruise control

heated grips

TFT colour display

Very low payload

pillion footrest system restricts freedom of movement

no cornering ABS

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.

No more load change reactions

even more pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure.

Polarising look

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha Tracer 900 GT vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 is about 19% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are less Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT with 80 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT was published on 17/04/2018 and now has more than 158,600 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.

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