Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2023

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Overview - Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023 vs BMW F 850 GS 2023

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

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Technical Specifications Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2023

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023

BMW F 850 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.1 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	119 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	93 Nm	Torque	92 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12.7
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	890 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	204 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	137 mm	Travel	219 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	25 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	108 mm	Trail	126 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	298 mm	Diameter	305 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	245 mm	Diameter	265 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,175 mm	Length	2,305 mm
Width	Width	885 mm	Width	922 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,500 mm	Wheelbase	1,593 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	815 mm	Seat Height up to	890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	229 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	380 km	Range	4.2 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	116 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	99 g/km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	96 dB	Stationary noise	89 dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Heated grips, Case system, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2023

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT with its inline three is extremely agile and sporty to ride, the 119 hp already behave extremely potent in the naked bike derivative Yamaha MT-09, on the touring Tracer 9 GT hardly less. Of course, the engineers in Japan are no beginners when it comes to touring qualities, and the Tracer 9 GT spoils you with comfort thanks to the electronically adjustable chassis and a very comfortable riding position including good weather protection. All in all, it is still quite a touring sportswoman. The look is unique, only the split mini-displays are a matter of taste.

Powerful engine with great tuning

light and stable handling

electronically adjustable chassis

comprehensive electronics package

good wind protection

great passenger comfort.

somewhat rough clutch

displays need getting used to

BMW F 850 GS 2023

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel