Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

The Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both sporty motorcycles with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable 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 2015's 115 HP. The torque is also higher in the MT-09 2021, with 93 Nm compared to the Tracer 900 2015's 87.5 Nm. Both motorcycles have a 3-cylinder, 4-stroke engine type with a displacement of 847ccm for the Tracer 900 2015 and 889ccm for the MT-09 2021.

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

When it comes to suspension, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 features an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension, while the Tracer 900 2015 has a telescopic fork. Both models have an aluminium frame with a twin tube design. The front brakes are double disk for both motorcycles.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The wheelbase is slightly longer in the Tracer 900 2015 at 1440mm compared to the MT-09 2021's 1430mm. The seat height is also higher in the Tracer 900 2015 at 845mm compared to the MT-09 2021's 825mm. However, the MT-09 2021 is lighter with a kerb weight of 189kg compared to the Tracer 900 2015's 210kg. The fuel tank capacity is larger in the Tracer 900 2015 at 18 liters compared to the MT-09 2021's 14 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 offers sporty performance similar to all MT-09 models. It also has 3 riding modes, ABS, and traction control as standard, as well as a taut chassis and plenty of lean angle clearance. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers no more load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, and an over-complete electronics package. It also has a great working quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 has suboptimal wind protection, a seat that could be more comfortable, and handlebars that may be too wide for city riding. 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.

Overall, both the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are capable sport touring and naked bikes, respectively, with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015
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 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Take two, pay one. With the MT-09 Tracer, you get almost a whole MT-09 with all its sportiness plus a touring bike that is suitable for everyday use and to some extent suitable for travelling, with decent comfort for all situations. Just remember that there are many more comfortable bikes in this category - but hardly any sportier ones. Easier to ride, easier to control with 3 riding modes, ABS and traction control as standard. Only the wind protection could be better and the seat for long distances can only be found in the accessories.

Sporty performance like all MT-09

3 riding modes

ABS and traction control as standard

taut chassis, plenty of lean angle clearance

Wind protection not optimal

seat could be more comfortable

handlebars too wide for the city

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 vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2021 is about 16% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are less Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 9 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tracer 900 with 59 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 13 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 900 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Yamaha Tracer 900 was published on 11/4/2014 and now has more than 26,200 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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