Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Overview - Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	78 mm	Bore	83 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.1 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	119 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	93 Nm	Torque	61 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	10.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	890 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

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	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,175 mm	Length	2,165 mm
Width	Width	885 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,430 mm	Height	1,400 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,500 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2021

Yamaha impressively proves how wonderfully emotional a practical motorbike can be. Again and again you laugh mischievously into your helmet when you let the husky three-cylinder off the leash. An all-round successful motorbike that can replace half a motorbike garage. Unfortunately, the attempt with the unconventional display was a failure. It is impractical and difficult to read.

GT variant with great standard equipment

powerful and powerful engine with great tuning

easy handling

stable ride

comprehensive electronics package

great e-chassis

good wind protection

great pillion comfort

long range

Poorly readable and illogical display

stationary noise >95 dB (96 dB)

somewhat rough clutch

moderate responsiveness

Kawasaki Versys 650 2021

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high