2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 213 kg (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | YAMAHA Tracer 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | YAMAHA |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | YAMAHA Tracer 9 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 145hp | 119hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 213kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | Hydraulic dual disc, Ø 298 mm |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 245 mm Nissen Calipers |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) (Tubeless) Michelin |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless) Michelin |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | Adjustable Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | Swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 230km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 18.7 L – 5.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $16000 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with TFT display Matrix LED headlights Daytime running lights Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -BMW Motorrad Fully Integrated ABS Pro 4 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro) Hill Start Control (HSC) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) -Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) Motor drag torque control (MSR) Tire Pressure Control (RDC) Keyless Ride Heated grips Smartphone charging compartment with USB charging socket Handguard protection with integrated turn signal indicators |
-6-axis IMU governs a lean-sensitive 3-mode Traction Control System (TCS), as well as a Slide Control System (SCS), front wheel LIFt Control System (LIF) and Brake Control system (BC) -Twin 3.5-inch TFT meters |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 differ on the listed specifications: the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the Tracer 9 has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 119 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1300 GS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Tracer 9 is notably lighter on the listed weight (213 kg vs 237 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: R 1300 GS is listed higher (85 cm) than Tracer 9 (81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs YAMAHA Tracer 9?
BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for YAMAHA Tracer 9.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or YAMAHA Tracer 9?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 119 hp on the YAMAHA Tracer 9.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or YAMAHA Tracer 9?
YAMAHA Tracer 9 is lighter at 213 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or YAMAHA Tracer 9?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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