2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT

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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.

Top on paper
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
78.5 pts
2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
21.5 pts

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

2024 BMW R 1300 GS
38.5 pts
Best fit here
2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
65.2 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
87.5 pts
2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
34 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 BMW R 1300 GS
79.6 pts
2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
19.4 pts

New rider friendly

2024 BMW R 1300 GS
13.5 pts
Best fit here
2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
86.5 pts

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
  • 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT 84.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 117 hp (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Torque spans 93 Nm (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Weight spans 232 kg (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
  • Displacement spans 900 cc (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).

Reader votes so far — total 3: 2024 BMW R 1300 GS (0); 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT (3).

Specification BMW R 1300 GS 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
Brand BMW YAMAHA
Model BMW R 1300 GS 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
Engine size Above 1000cc 900cc
Power 145hp 117hp
Torque 149nm. 93nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves 3 cylinders, 12 valves
Weight 237kg 232kg
Front brake Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. 298 mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers, Cornering ABS available, combined braking
Rear brake Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper 267 mm disc, 1-piston caliper, Cornering ABS available, combined braking
Seat height (cm) 85cm 84.5cm
Front tyre 120/70 x R19 120/70-17
Rear tyre 170/60 x R17 180/55-17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. KYB 41 mm inverted fork, fully adjustable, 130 mm travel, Electronic suspension
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. KYB mono-shock, fully adjustable, 131 mm travel, Electronic suspension
Motorcycle type Adventure Touring
Top speed 240km/h 240km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19 L – 5 L/100km 19 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $18895 $23000
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

– 7" TFT display with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, date, clock
– Smartphone connectivity

– LED lights, cornering lights, adaptive headlight, emergency braking lights. Y-AMT only: self-cancelling indicators, illuminated switches
– Riding modes, cornering traction control, slide control, wheelie control
– Adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection, USB-C port, fully keyless, speed limiter, centre stand, front storage, electric windscreen, heated grips, hill-hold, TPMS, adjustable foot pegs (it appears to be in the lower position). Optional: heated seats

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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT: listed specifications

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT are closely matched in weight, while the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque.

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 117 hp).

Torque

R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 93 Nm).

Listed top speed

R 1300 GS and Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT have very similar listed top speeds (240 km/h vs 240 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

R 1300 GS and Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT have very similar listed weights (237 kg vs 232 kg). R 1300 GS and Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84.5 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power and torque, while listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?

Both are listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) top speed in our specification data.

Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?

BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 117 hp on the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT.

Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?

2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT is lighter at 232 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.

Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?

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.