BMW S 1000 R versus Yamaha Tracer 900 GT
BMW S 1000 R
Naked
Yamaha Tracer 900 GT
Crossover
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2018 bis 2020
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 12.499 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Full of performance ...
- .. but still easy to control
- high-quality workmanship
- cool sound
Pros:
- neatly constructed motorcycle
- Motor - powerful and torque
- Value for money
- Position
- Processing
Cons:
- Pillion operation only for emergencies
- Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
- cleanly constructed motorcycle ;) - see conclusion
- TFT display invites distraction
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.500 mm
Length : 2.160 mm Height : 1.375 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 215 (max: 384 ) kg
Length : 2.160 mm Height : 1.375 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 215 (max: 384 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves 3 Cylinder
Displacement: 847 ccm
Hub: 59 mm
Hole: 78 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 847 ccm
Hub: 59 mm
Hole: 78 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 261 km/h
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Maximum speed: 210 km/h
Performance: 115 HP at 10.000 U/Min
Torque: 88 NM bei 8.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 310 km
Performance: 115 HP at 10.000 U/Min
Torque: 88 NM bei 8.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 310 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Frame type:
Tubular bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 137 mm) Rear suspension:
Swingarm (travel 142 mm)
Rear suspension:
Suspension-controlled strut via lever system Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C
Tubular bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 137 mm) Rear suspension:
Swingarm (travel 142 mm)
Rear suspension:
Suspension-controlled strut via lever system Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 180/55ZR17M/C
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Double disc (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 245 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The S 1000 R is basically a double R, from which the fairing has been removed and the torque curve on country roads has been optimised. It is super sporty, which can be an disadvantage and a disadvantage at the same time. If you want to sit upright on your streetfighter, you are out of place here. If you are looking for proximity to the front wheel and asphalt, you will find it here!In any case, we had tons of driving fun and did not feel overwhelmed despite the immense performance. This is exactly why you have to compliment BMW: Not all manufacturers succeed in putting such a grenade on the wheels for (almost) everyone. To anticipate misunderstandings: Of course, this motorcycle is not a beginner's machine!
The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg - thank you!
Conclusion - what gets stuck
The author of these lines likes to admit it: he has a penchant for somesloping motorcycles, types and activities. For this reason, the Yamaha is too distant in its unexcitedness, which is a purely personal rating.The Yamaha is very successful in trying to banish everything from slants except slants from their lives. It's a real tip and will certainly hold its own in the market with all its skills - the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT is ideal for people who are reluctant to make mistakes or drive.
Guys like me have to keep searching. You know ...
Our thanks to Motorrad Ruser for providing the test bike.
