BMW F 900 XR 2021 vs. Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

Overview - BMW F 900 XR 2021 vs Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

Technical Specifications BMW F 900 XR 2021 compared to Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

BMW F 900 XR 2021

Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	86 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	92 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.1	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	895 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	172 mm	Travel	139 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube, Central tube
Rake	Rake	60.5 degree	Rake	25.2 degree
Trail	Trail	105.2 mm	Trail	99.1 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	298 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Four pistons

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,140 mm	Length	2,135 mm
Width	Width	815 mm	Width	875 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,518 mm	Wheelbase	1,495 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	211 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	212 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, Heated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 900 XR 2021

A motorbike in this performance class probably cannot be more accessible. The XR wobbles playfully through the radii and immediately inspires confidence in the saddle. Even long tours are easy and you are always relaxed when getting out of the saddle. However, the sporty look of the BMW also awakens desires for a little thrill. However, the power unit cannot quite fulfil these desires. The engine, transmission and quickshifter are a little too tame overall and could do with a little more sportiness.

Clean engine response

Very easy to ride bike

Cool looks, Great display

Good brakes

Easy handling

Stable ride feel

Great connectivity

High lean angle clearance

Well tuned ABS

Easy to manoeuvre

Hard seat

somewhat doughy gearbox including tough quickshifter

engine could do with more pepper

Yamaha Tracer 7 GT 2025

The new Tracer 7 GT impresses with its harmoniously tuned CP2 engine and playful, easy handling. Get on, ride off and explore the world - that's the Tracer 7 GT. The new chassis, more electronics and suspension are good for it. We miss the quickshifter, which is only available as an option for an extra charge; Y-AMT will not be available until 2026.

Torque-orientated engine

agile handling

improved chassis including suspension

comfortable ergonomics

pleasing appearance

cruise control as standard

now with traction control and various riding modes

windscreen adjustable by 60 mm

seat height adjustable by 20 mm without tools

2x 30l side cases included

higher windscreen

comfort seat

hand wheel for rear suspension preload

LED lighting

Garmin navigation free of charge

Little wind protection compared to the competition

quickshifter only for an extra charge

Y-AMT not yet available at starter (planned from 2026)

price has risen noticeably

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 900 XR vs Yamaha Tracer 7 GT

Price BMW F 900 XR

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