Yamaha MT-09 2023 vs. Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

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Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2023 vs Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

The Yamaha MT-09 model year 2023 and the Yamaha Tracer 900 model year 2015 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Starting with the Yamaha MT-09 2023, it is a naked bike with a powerful engine. It is equipped with an in-line engine that produces 119 HP of power and 93 Nm of torque. The engine is a 3-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with a displacement of 889 ccm. The transmission is chain-driven. The MT-09 2023 also features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and a twin tube aluminum frame, which provides stability and control. The front brakes are double disk type. The front and rear tires have a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1430 mm and the seat height is 825 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 189 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 14 liters. The MT-09 2023 offers a comfortable seating position and a lively handling, making it a joy to ride. It also has an over-complete electronics package and a great working quickshifter. However, it has some weaknesses such as polarising optics and a small TFT display. Additionally, the front wheel feel can be somewhat indirect and the cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

On the other hand, the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 is a sport touring motorcycle that shares many similarities with the MT-09. It also has an in-line engine, but with slightly lower power output at 115 HP and torque at 87.5 Nm. The engine is a 3-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with a displacement of 847 ccm. The transmission is chain-driven, just like the MT-09. The Tracer 900 2015 features a telescopic fork front suspension and a twin tube aluminum frame, similar to the MT-09. The front brakes are also double disk type. The front and rear tires have the same width and diameter as the MT-09, which is 120 mm and 17 inches respectively. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1440 mm and the seat height is slightly higher at 845 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is heavier than the MT-09 at 210 kg, but it has a larger fuel tank capacity of 18 liters. The Tracer 900 2015 offers sporty performance like the MT-09, with 3 riding modes, ABS, and traction control as standard. It also has a taut chassis and plenty of lean angle clearance. However, it has some weaknesses such as suboptimal wind protection, a seat that could be more comfortable, and handlebars that may be too wide for city riding.

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

In summary, both the Yamaha MT-09 2023 and the Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 are impressive motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The MT-09 2023 offers a comfortable seating position, lively handling, and an over-complete electronics package. However, it has some weaknesses such as polarising optics and a small TFT display. The Tracer 900 2015 offers sporty performance, 3 riding modes, and standard ABS and traction control. However, it has some weaknesses such as suboptimal wind protection and a less comfortable seat. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2023 compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha MT-09 2023
Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke62.1 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power119 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque93 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 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
DisplacementDisplacement889 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
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth795 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,345 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-09 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2023

If you take a look at the key data of the MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a little 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.

no load change reactions

plenty of pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure

Polarising optics

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha Tracer 900

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2023 and a Yamaha Tracer 900 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2023 is about 20% higher. Compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 2015 there are more Yamaha MT-09 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 136 compared to 9. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha Tracer 900 with 59 days compared to 73 days for the Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 13 reviews for the Yamaha Tracer 900 since model year 2015. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 was published on 10/06/2013 and now has more than 39,900 views. This compares to more than 26,200 views for the first review on Yamaha Tracer 900 published on 04/11/2014.

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