Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs. Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

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Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

The Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 are both motorcycles from Yamaha, but they have some key differences.

In terms of their technical specifications, both bikes have the same engine type, engine power, torque, transmission, cylinders, strokes, and displacement. They also have similar front suspensions, frames, front brakes, front tire widths, front tire diameters, rear tire widths, rear tire diameters, wheelbases, and fuel tank capacities. However, there are a few differences in their specifications.

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

The Yamaha XSR900 2018 has an upside-down telescopic fork for its front suspension, while the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 has a telescopic fork. Additionally, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 has a seat height of 815 mm, while the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 has a seat height of 845 mm. The Yamaha XSR900 2018 also has a kerb weight (with ABS) of 191 kg, while the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 has a kerb weight (with ABS) of 210 kg.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is praised for its extremely sporty and rev-happy engine, excellent brakes, and pleasant seating position. It is also noted for its high-quality workmanship and price-performance ratio. On the other hand, the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 is praised for its powerful engine, top chassis, and fun riding experience. It is also commended for its good stability, successful revision of aerodynamics, and comfort gains for the pillion passenger. The Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 also offers additional features such as cruise control, heated grips, and a TFT color display.

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

However, both bikes also have their weaknesses. The Yamaha XSR900 2018 is criticized for its almost too direct response and the fact that its retro style is not thought through to the last detail. On the other hand, the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 has a very low payload and a pillion footrest system that restricts freedom of movement. Additionally, it does not have cornering ABS.

Overall, while both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, they offer different riding experiences. The Yamaha XSR900 2018 is a naked bike that is sporty and offers a pleasant seating position, while the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 is a sport touring motorcycle that provides power, stability, and additional comfort features.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2018 compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Yamaha XSR900 2018
Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke59.1 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque87.5 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 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 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic 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
LengthLength2,075 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth815 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,135 mmHeight1,345 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)191 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XSR900 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.

Extremely sporty and rev-happy engine

excellent brakes

riding at naked bike level

pleasant seating position

high-quality workmanship

price-performance ratio.

almost too direct response

retro style not thought through to the last detail

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XSR900 vs Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2018 and a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 is about 41% higher. Compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2020 there are less Yamaha XSR900 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 7. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT with 80 days compared to 123 days for the Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 and 5 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT since model year 2018. The first review for the Yamaha XSR900 was published on 25/11/2015 and now has more than 17,600 views. This compares to more than 158,600 views for the first review on Yamaha Tracer 900 GT published on 17/04/2018.

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