Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Overview - Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

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Technical Specifications Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.1 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	119 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,700 rpm
Torque	Torque	93 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	890 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,175 mm	Length	2,207 mm
Width	Width	885 mm	Width	953 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,500 mm	Wheelbase	1,507 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

It's unbelievable how wide the range of this motorbike is. When needed, it looks like a cheeky sports machine with which one likes to scrape the footrests. On the other hand, it glides confidently along the motorway. The Tracer 9GT+ is a great all-rounder!

Fun, rev-happy engine

Agile handling

Top quickshifter

Practical touring equipment

Well-functioning adaptive cruise control, which is a pleasure to use in practice

Huge, easy-to-read TFT display

Good operation of the electronics.

Vibrations on the footrests

very cumbersome navigation integration into the display

filigree-looking windshield that wobbles noticeably at high speeds.

BMW R 1200 GS 2017

For over 35 years, BMW has continued to expand the boxer range and is consistently working on the evolution of the GS. In addition to the EURO4 update of the engine with new catalytic converter and mapping, there are now even more features such as the Dynamic ESA Next Generation with automatic riding position compensation, which further improves stability and comfort for the rider. With its subtle colour scheme, the Exclusive version is intended for friends of a neat and subdued appearance and, unlike the flashier Rallye variant, is designed more for the road. Many features are at extra cost, but GS customers usually don't care - 90 percent are ordered with full equipment.

Mature concept

strong engine

easy handling

powerful brakes

adjustable modes and traction control

extensive equipment range

good image and value retention.

many features at extra cost

boxer exposed in really tough terrain