BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs. Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

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Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

The BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 are both sport touring motorcycles that offer a combination of sporty performance and long-distance comfort.

In terms of engine power, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 comes out on top with 165 HP compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021's 119 HP. The BMW also has higher torque at 114 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 93 Nm. Both bikes have in-line engines with four strokes, but the BMW has four cylinders while the Yamaha has three. The BMW has a larger displacement at 999 ccm compared to the Yamaha's 890 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and monoshock absorbers in the rear. The BMW has a slightly longer travel at 150 mm compared to the Yamaha's 130 mm in the front, and 150 mm compared to the Yamaha's 137 mm in the rear. Both bikes offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have aluminum frames, but the BMW's frame is a twin tube load-bearing engine design while the Yamaha's frame is a twin tube design.

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front, but the BMW has larger diameter disks at 320 mm compared to the Yamaha's 298 mm.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, suspension electronically adjustable, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Yamaha also has additional features such as a quickshifter and anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW has a slightly wider front tire at 120 mm compared to the Yamaha's 120 mm, and a wider rear tire at 190 mm compared to the Yamaha's 180 mm. Both bikes have 17-inch front and rear tire diameters. The BMW has a longer wheelbase at 1552 mm compared to the Yamaha's 1500 mm. The seat height is higher on the BMW at 840 mm compared to the Yamaha's 810 mm. The BMW also has a slightly higher kerb weight at 226 kg compared to the Yamaha's 220 kg. Both bikes have similar fuel tank capacities, with the BMW at 20 liters and the Yamaha at 19 liters.

In terms of equipment, both bikes offer LED headlights and TFT displays. The BMW also has LED daytime running lights and an adjustable windscreen. The Yamaha offers additional features such as heated grips, a case system, cornering lights, and a windscreen that is adjustable.

In terms of strengths, the BMW offers a great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle, including good navigation software. It has a great revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band and pleasant engine tuning. The riding modes change the response behavior in a practical way, and the electronic chassis with automatic detection of load condition provides a well-balanced ride, even with a pillion passenger. The BMW also has good brakes and wind and weather protection, with a windshield that is adjustable with one hand. It also offers a good quickshifter and plenty of choices in terms of customization.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 has strengths such as a great standard equipment package in the GT variant, a powerful engine with great tuning, and easy handling. It offers a stable ride and a comprehensive electronics package, including an e-chassis. The Yamaha also provides good wind protection and pillion comfort, as well as a long range.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW has a slightly narrow knee angle on long tours, which may be uncomfortable for taller riders. The suspension damping is not sensitive enough, making it difficult to achieve a truly comfortable setup.

The Yamaha has a poorly readable and illogical display, and it produces stationary noise above 95 dB, which may be an issue for some riders. The clutch can be somewhat rough, and the responsiveness may be moderate.

Overall, both the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 offer a combination of sporty performance and touring comfort. The BMW has a more powerful engine and a wider range of customization options, while the Yamaha offers a great standard equipment package and easy handling. Riders should consider their specific preferences and priorities when choosing between these two models.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2020 compared to Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

BMW S 1000 XR 2020
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel137 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,333 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth850 mmWidth885 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,552 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)226 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentHeated grips, Case system, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

The BMW S 1000 XR offers a pleasant touring bike on the basis of a super sports bike. Sounds like a compromise - but rides like a spot-on development. The motorbike is practical and mature. Wind and weather protection are very good, the integration from the mobile phone is world class and the engine is simply always a joy to ride. The chassis adapts well to the load condition, but it never becomes sensitive and really comfortable. The seat comfort is good, but the knee angle becomes a bit acute on long tours. Nevertheless, this is a great motorbike for sporty riding, but also for long distances.

Great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle - including good navigation software

great revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band

pleasant engine tuning

riding modes change response behaviour in a practical way

well-balanced vehicle - even with pillion passenger - thanks to electronic chassis with automatic detection of load condition

good brakes

good wind and weather protection

windshield adjustable with one hand

good quickshifter

plenty of choice in

Knee angle on long tours a bit narrow for tall people

suspension damping not sensitive enough - no really comfortable setup possible

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha impressively proves how wonderfully emotional a practical motorbike can be. Again and again you laugh mischievously into your helmet when you let the husky three-cylinder off the leash. An all-round successful motorbike that can replace half a motorbike garage. Unfortunately, the attempt with the unconventional display was a failure. It is impractical and difficult to read.

GT variant with great standard equipment

powerful and powerful engine with great tuning

easy handling

stable ride

comprehensive electronics package

great e-chassis

good wind protection

great pillion comfort

long range

Poorly readable and illogical display

stationary noise >95 dB (96 dB)

somewhat rough clutch

moderate responsiveness

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 XR vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 is about 33% higher. A BMW S 1000 XR 2020 experiences a loss of 520 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 400 GBP for a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021. Compared to Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 there are less BMW S 1000 XR 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 21 compared to 25. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 XR with 68 days compared to 84 days for a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the BMW S 1000 XR and 17 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT since model year 2021. The first review for the BMW S 1000 XR was published on 21/10/2014 and now has more than 16,000 views. This compares to more than 61,200 views for the first review on Yamaha Tracer 9 GT published on 08/11/2020.

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