BMW R 1200 GS 2011 vs. Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2011 compared to Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

BMW R 1200 GS 2011
Yamaha Tracer 900 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width110 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,160 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,345 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

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 1200 GS vs Yamaha Tracer 900

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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