BMW R 1250 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.
- BMW R 1250 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 136 hp (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) up to 143 Nm (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Weight spans 213 kg (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 216 kg (BMW R 1250 GS).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9) to 1100 cc (BMW R 1250 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1250 GS | YAMAHA Tracer 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | YAMAHA |
| Model | BMW R 1250 GS | YAMAHA Tracer 9 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 136hp | 119hp |
| Torque | 143nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 213kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, 4-piston radial calipers | Hydraulic dual disc, Ø 298 mm |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 276 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 245 mm Nissen Calipers |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R 19 | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) (Tubeless) Michelin |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 R 17 | 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless) Michelin |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, support diameter 37 mm, central spring linkage | Adjustable Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD support shock absorber (riding shock absorber), hydraulic preload adjustment with handwheel (continuously variable), adjustable rebound | Swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 230km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 24 L – 5.2 L/100km | 18.7 L – 5.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15000 | $16000 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -TFT color display with Connectivity features DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) -Integrated ABS Pro (ABS optimized for lean-angle) 3 riding modes (ECO, Rain, and Road) HSC (Hill Start Control) USB charging socket |
-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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2023 BMW R 1250 GS vs 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW R 1250 GS and 2024 YAMAHA Tracer 9 are closely matched in weight, while the R 1250 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
R 1250 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
R 1250 GS has a modest listed power advantage (136 hp vs 119 hp).
Torque
R 1250 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (143 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1250 GS and Tracer 9 have very similar listed top speeds (235 km/h vs 230 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R 1250 GS and Tracer 9 have very similar listed weights (216 kg vs 213 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: R 1250 GS is listed higher (85 cm) than Tracer 9 (81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and seat height, while listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1250 GS vs YAMAHA Tracer 9?
BMW R 1250 GS is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 230 km/h (143 mph) for YAMAHA Tracer 9.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1250 GS or YAMAHA Tracer 9?
BMW R 1250 GS has 136 hp compared with 119 hp on the YAMAHA Tracer 9.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1250 GS or YAMAHA Tracer 9?
YAMAHA Tracer 9 is lighter at 213 kg vs 216 kg for BMW R 1250 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1250 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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