Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs. Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

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Overview - Yamaha MT-10 2017 vs Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

The Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the Yamaha MT-10 2017, it boasts a powerful engine with 160 HP and 111 Nm of torque. This naked bike is equipped with a 4-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with a displacement of 998cc. The MT-10 features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and an aluminum Deltabox frame, providing excellent stability and handling. It has double disk brakes on the front and a chain transmission. The MT-10 has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 190mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. With a wheelbase of 1400mm and a seat height of 825mm, the MT-10 offers a comfortable riding position. It has a kerb weight of 210kg and a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

The strengths of the Yamaha MT-10 2017 include its great sound, pleasant wind protection, and comfortable seating position even on long tours. The engine response is excellent, and it offers a balanced overall package despite its radical looks and wicked sound. However, it does have a weakness in terms of its seating position on the racetrack, as it is too inactive. Additionally, the chassis and ride assistance systems are sufficient for track days but not on the same level as other Powernakeds.

Moving on to the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018, it features a slightly less powerful engine with 115 HP and 87.5 Nm of torque. This sport touring motorcycle is equipped with a 3-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with a displacement of 847cc. It has a telescopic fork front suspension and an aluminum Twin Tube frame, providing top-notch stability and handling. Similar to the MT-10, it has double disk brakes on the front and a chain transmission. The Tracer 900 GT has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. With a wheelbase of 1440mm and a seat height of 845mm, it offers a comfortable riding position. It has a kerb weight of 210kg and a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters.

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

The strengths of the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018 include its powerful engine, top chassis, and guaranteed driving pleasure. It offers better stability than its predecessor and has undergone a successful revision of the aerodynamics. The Tracer 900 GT also provides a comfort gain for the pillion passenger and additional features such as cruise control, heated grips, and an automatic gearshift. It is equipped with a pretty color display. However, it does have a weakness in terms of the passenger rest system, which restricts freedom of movement. Additionally, the ABS and traction control are only at a basic level.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha MT-10 2017 and the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018 are impressive motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The MT-10 offers a more powerful engine and a balanced overall package, while the Tracer 900 GT provides a top chassis and additional comfort features. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use of the motorcycle.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-10 2017 compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha MT-10 2017
Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore79 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke50.9 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,110 mmHeight1,345 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-10 2017

Yamaha MT-10 2017

The Yamaha MT-10 exudes a lot of emotion with the cool CP4 engine, but also doesn't forget pragmatic utility. For a naked bike, it offers a lot of comfort on long tours. It rides fast but is still refined at all times. On the racetrack, the chassis is not precise enough to beat the other Powernakeds. Overall, however, it scores with its versatility paired with radical looks and awesome sound.

great sound

pleasant wind protection

comfortable seating position even on long tours

great engine response

balanced overall package despite radical looks and wicked sound

Too inactive seating position on the racetrack

chassis and ride assistance systems sufficient for trackdays but not on the same level as the other Powernakeds.

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018

Yamaha's sporty all-purpose weapon has been further improved. It is the perfect bike for all those for whom the naked MT-09 is too spartanly designed for sporty country road riding. Thanks to the longer swingarm and better aerodynamics, the 2018 model also largely eliminates the high-speed problems that its predecessor had to contend with. 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

Driving pleasure guaranteed

Better stability than the predecessor

Successful revision of the aerodynamics

Comfort gain for pillion passenger

Cruise control

Heated grips

Automatic gearshift

Pretty colour display

Passenger rest system restricts freedom of movement

ABS and traction control only at basic level

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-10 vs Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-10 2017 and a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-10 2017 is about 5% higher. A Yamaha MT-10 2017 experiences a loss of 1,010 GBP in one year and 1,700 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 790 GBP and 2,300 GBP for a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018. Compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 GT 2018 there are more Yamaha MT-10 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 12 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tracer 900 GT with 51 days compared to 143 days for the Yamaha MT-10. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 32 reviews for the Yamaha MT-10 and 5 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT since model year 2018. The first review for the Yamaha MT-10 was published on 17/11/2015 and now has more than 20,700 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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