2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT vs KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S
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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.
- 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S 84 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 119 hp (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) up to 120 hp (KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) up to 102 Nm (KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S).
- Weight spans 231 kg (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) to 255 kg (KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT) to 1000 cc (KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S).
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| Specification | 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT | KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | KAWASAKI |
| Model | 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT | KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 119hp | 120hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 102nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 231kg | 255kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic dual disc brake, Ø 298 mm | 310 mm dual discs, radially mounted monoblock 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc brake, Ø 267 mm | 250 mm single disc, single-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless | 120/70ZR17 58W |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) Tubeless | 180/55ZR17 73W |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | KYB 41 mm inverted fork, fully adjustable, 130 mm travel | 43 mm inverted fork, rebound damping (right side) and adjustable spring preload |
| Rear suspension | KYB mono-shock, fully adjustable, 131 mm travel | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, rebound damping, and adjustable spring preload |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 6 L/100km | 21 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $20000 | $16489 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | – 7" TFT display with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, date, clock – LED lights, cornering lights, adaptive headlight, emergency braking lights. Y-AMT only: self-cancelling indicators, illuminated switches |
-KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control) -Adjustable Windscreen -Grip Heaters -LED Cornering Lights -Handy Power Source (DC Socket) -Electronic Throttle Valves -(KQS) Kawasaki Quick Shifter -Integrated Riding Modes, -KCMF (Kawasaki Cornering Management Function) |
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2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT vs 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S: listed specifications
The 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT and 2023 KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S are closely matched in peak power, while the TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT has a lower listed weight, and the Versys 1000 S has more displacement and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Versys 1000 S has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT and Versys 1000 S have very similar peak power (119 hp vs 120 hp).
Torque
Versys 1000 S has a modest listed torque advantage (102 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Versys 1000 S has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT is notably lighter on the listed weight (231 kg vs 255 kg). TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT and Versys 1000 S have very similar seat heights (84.5 cm vs 84 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed and weight, while peak power and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT vs KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S?
KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT.
Which has more horsepower, 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT or KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S?
KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S has 120 hp compared with 119 hp on the 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT.
Which is lighter, 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT or KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S?
2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT is lighter at 231 kg vs 255 kg for KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S.
Which is better, 2025 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT Y-AMT or KAWASAKI Versys 1000 S?
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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