BMW F 700 GS 2016 vs. Yamaha Tracer 700 2018

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Yamaha Tracer 700 2018
Overview - BMW F 700 GS 2016 vs Yamaha Tracer 700 2018

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Yamaha Tracer 700 2018
Technical Specifications BMW F 700 GS 2016 compared to Yamaha Tracer 700 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW F 700 GS 2016

The smaller of the two F GS sisters, the F 700 GS convinces with a successful overall performance. It looks like its big sister, but at its core it is more of a lively naked bike than a big enduro. The fact that the bike has outgrown the entry-level segment can be seen in the braking system - with two brake discs at the front, it is on a par with its big 800 sister and now decelerates just as confidently. In terms of the chassis, it convinces with good suspension comfort and at the same time a firm set-up in tight bends. Upgrading is never a problem with BMW; in addition to traction control, there is also the electronic suspension ESA for the F 700 GS.
Yamaha Tracer 700 2018

The fact that the Yamaha MT-07 is the main parts donor for the Tracer 700 becomes apparent at the latest when you first open the throttle: the powerful parallel twin-cylinder engine exudes agility and a tremendous amount of riding fun. This makes it easy to live with on a touring enduro, which is a good match for longer distances. The chassis could be a little more precise and the windshield could be a little higher, but overall the Tracer 700 is the ultimate fun bike in its class - a lot of fun for comparatively little money.