BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs. Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

In terms of engine and drive train, both the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 have in-line engines. However, the BMW S 1000 XR has a more powerful engine with 165 HP compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 119 HP. The BMW S 1000 XR also has higher torque at 114 Nm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 93 Nm. Both motorcycles have chain transmissions and 4-stroke engines, but the BMW S 1000 XR has 4 cylinders while the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ has 3 cylinders. The BMW S 1000 XR also has a larger displacement at 999 ccm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 890 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and monoshock absorbers in the rear. The BMW S 1000 XR has a front suspension travel of 150 mm and adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The rear suspension travel is also 150 mm with the same adjustable settings. On the other hand, the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ has slightly less suspension travel with 130 mm in the front and 137 mm in the rear. The front suspension of the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ also has adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings, while the rear suspension only has preload adjustment.

Both motorcycles have aluminum frames, but the BMW S 1000 XR has a twin tube, load-bearing engine frame type while the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ has a twin tube frame type. In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front, but the BMW S 1000 XR has larger diameter disks at 320 mm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 298 mm diameter disks.

BMW S 1000 XR 2020

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles have ABS and suspension electronically adjustable. The BMW S 1000 XR also has riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. On the other hand, the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as collision warning, combined brake system, radar cruise control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The BMW S 1000 XR has a wider rear tire width at 190 mm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 180 mm. Both motorcycles have a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The BMW S 1000 XR has a longer wheelbase at 1552 mm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 1500 mm. The seat height of the BMW S 1000 XR is also higher at 840 mm compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has 810 mm. The BMW S 1000 XR is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 226 kg compared to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ which has a kerb weight of 220 kg. Both motorcycles have similar fuel tank capacities, with the BMW S 1000 XR having 20 liters and the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ having 19 liters.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights, TFT displays, and adjustable windscreens. The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ has additional features such as connectivity, heated grips, a case system, cornering lights, and a huge, easy-to-read TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle, a great revving four-cylinder engine with a wide usable rev band, pleasant engine tuning, well-balanced vehicle even with a pillion passenger, good brakes, good wind and weather protection, and a windshield adjustable with one hand. The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 has a fun, rev-happy engine, agile handling, top quickshifter, practical touring equipment, well-functioning adaptive cruise control, and a huge, easy-to-read TFT display.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a narrow knee angle on long tours for tall people and suspension damping that is not sensitive enough, making it difficult to achieve a really comfortable setup. The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2023 has vibrations on the footrests, a cumbersome navigation integration into the display, and a filigree-looking windshield that wobbles noticeably at high speeds.