Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021 have inline engines. However, the Ninja 1000SX has a more powerful engine with 142 HP compared to the Tracer 9 GT's 119 HP. The Ninja 1000SX also has higher torque at 111 Nm compared to the Tracer 9 GT's 93 Nm. Both motorcycles have chain transmissions and 4-stroke engines, but the Tracer 9 GT has 3 cylinders while the Ninja 1000SX has 4 cylinders. The Tracer 9 GT has a smaller displacement of 890 ccm compared to the Ninja 1000SX's 1043 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front. The Tracer 9 GT has a front suspension travel of 130 mm, while the Ninja 1000SX has a slightly lower travel of 120 mm. Both motorcycles have monoshock rear suspensions, but the Tracer 9 GT has a slightly higher rear suspension travel of 137 mm compared to the Ninja 1000SX's 144 mm. Both motorcycles have suspension adjustments for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have aluminum frames. Both motorcycles also have double disk front brakes, but the Ninja 1000SX has a slightly larger front brake diameter of 300 mm compared to the Tracer 9 GT's 298 mm.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles have ABS, ride by wire, quickshifters, and traction control. The Tracer 9 GT has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as electronically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, and anti-wheelie. The Ninja 1000SX has riding modes as an additional advanced rider assistance system.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Tracer 9 GT has a rear tire width of 180 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Ninja 1000SX has a wider rear tire width of 190 mm. The Tracer 9 GT has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1500 mm compared to the Ninja 1000SX's 1440 mm. The Tracer 9 GT also has a lower seat height of 810 mm compared to the Ninja 1000SX's 834.98 mm. The Tracer 9 GT has a kerb weight (with ABS) of 220 kg, while the Ninja 1000SX is slightly heavier with a kerb weight (with ABS) of 235 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2021

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights, TFT displays, and adjustable windscreens. The Tracer 9 GT has additional equipment such as heated grips, a case system, cornering lights, and a longer range. The Ninja 1000SX has LED daytime running lights as an additional equipment feature.

In terms of strengths, the Tracer 9 GT offers a GT variant with great standard equipment, a powerful and well-tuned engine, easy handling, stable ride, a comprehensive electronics package, a great e-chassis, good wind protection, great pillion comfort, and a long range. The Ninja 1000SX offers a silky four-cylinder engine, comfortable yet sporty ergonomics, wind protection, a standard electronics package, and lots of stability thanks to its full fairing. It is also very accessible.

In terms of weaknesses, the Tracer 9 GT has a poorly readable and illogical display, stationary noise above 95 dB, a somewhat rough clutch, and moderate responsiveness. The Ninja 1000SX's engine needs revs, its electronics could be more user-friendly, and its windshield can only be adjusted with two hands.