BMW R 1250 RT 2019 vs. Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

BMW R 1250 RT 2019

BMW R 1250 RT 2019

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2019 compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

BMW R 1250 RT 2019
Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

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
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth985 mmWidth950 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)279 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2019

BMW R 1250 RT 2019

The new R 1250 RT really likes the more powerful engine with 11 additional hp, because 279 kilos ready to ride are happy about every extra hp. Even more pleasing, however, are the proud 143 Newton metres - 18 more than on the predecessor. This results in even more smoothness and sovereignty, which are at the top of the list for a tourer. Nevertheless, the thick 12.5-RT can also be ridden in a sporty manner; the pronounced acceleration from below makes it extremely agile, especially when exiting a bend after a hairpin bend. In combination with the gearshift assistant Pro, the gears just slip and you involuntarily move more sportily than you might have intended. The big bonus points of the R 1250 RT are still the good workmanship, the simple and easy-to-follow operating principle and, last but not least, its relatively small turning circle.

Luxuriously equipped

very well-functioning electronics

efficient windshield

pleasant handling

spacious pannier system.

With 279 kilos ready to drive, difficult to manoeuvre

proud price

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 BMW R 1250 RT vs Yamaha Tracer 900

Price BMW R 1250 RT

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Price Yamaha Tracer 900

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