KTM 790 Adventure versus Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
KTM

KTM 790 Adventure

Reise-Enduro
Yamaha

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

Crossover

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2019 bis 2025~
Built von 2018 bis 2020
RRP 11.990 €
RRP 12.499 €
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Pros:
  • Engine not as bumpy as it used to be
  • decent performance for a lot of riding fun
  • Lean angle sensors with cornering ABS
  • Modern TFT colour display
  • Plenty of space for driver and passenger
Pros:
  • neatly constructed motorcycle
  • Motor - powerful and torque
  • Value for money
  • Position
  • Processing
Cons:
  • Quickshifter only for an extra charge
  • Suspension not adjustable
Cons:
  • cleanly constructed motorcycle ;) - see conclusion
  • TFT display invites distraction

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.509 mm
Length :
2.260 mm Height : 1.375 mm
Seat :
840 mm until : 860 mm
Weight :
216 (max: 450 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.500 mm
Length :
2.160 mm Height : 1.375 mm
Seat :
850 mm
Weight :
215 (max: 384 ) kg

Engine

Motor design: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 799 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 88 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

Performance

Maximum speed: 205 km/h
Performance: 95 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 87 NM bei 6.600 U/Min
Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption:
4 l
Reach:
476 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

Chassis

Frame type:
Chrome Molybdenum Steel Frame (Steel)
Front suspension:
WP APEX Upside-Down Ø 43 mm (travel 200 mm)
Rear suspension:
WP APEX Monoshock (travel 200 mm)
Rear suspension:
Aluminum two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 21 inch 90mm wide
Rear tyres: 18 inch 150mm wide
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

Brakes

Front brake
2x radially mounted four-piston brake caliper ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Two-piston brake caliper, floating bearing ( 260 mm)
Front brake
Double disc ( 298 mm) Rear brake
Single disc ( 245 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

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Price/availability/colours/years of manufacture

  • Price: 11.990€
  • Used (3 years old): 7.500€
  • Availability: since 2023
  • Colors: white, black

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.

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price: 12.400€
  • Used (3 years old): 7.500€
  • Years of construction: since 2015
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: blue, black, grey