Yamaha Tracer 7 vs Yamaha Tracer 9
The Yamaha Tracer 9 is more powerful, while the Yamaha Tracer 7 is lighter and lower. The Tracer 9 produces 115 hp (86 kW), giving it greater acceleration reserve for highway riding with a passenger. The Tracer 7’s lower comparable wet weight can make pushing and parking easier, and its lower seat can help shorter riders reach the ground. Both are sport touring motorcycles, so the choice centers on extra reserve versus easier parking and ground reach.
Yamaha Tracer 7 vs Yamaha Tracer 9: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 689 cm³ | 847 cm³ |
| Power | 74 hp (55 kW) | 115 hp (86 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 196 kg — Favorable value | 214.1 kg |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 845 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 18.2 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 689 cm³ | 847 cm³ |
| Power | 74 hp (55 kW) | 115 hp (86 kW) — Favorable value |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 87.5 Nm — Favorable value |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 80.0 x 68.6 mm | 78.0 x 59.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Fuel consumption | 4.3 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Multiplate assist and slipper clutch |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 196 kg — Favorable value | 214.1 kg |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 845 mm |
| Length | 2,138 mm | 2,159 mm |
| Width | 806 mm | 851 mm |
| Height | 1,270 mm | 1,374 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm | 1,501 mm |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm | 135 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 18.2 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Tubular, diamond | Diamond |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | 41mm inverted fork, adjustable preload and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm, (link suspension) | Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping |
| Front wheel travel | 130 mm | 137 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 142 mm | 142 mm |
| Rake | 24.8° | 24.0° |
| Trail | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 | Yamaha Tracer 9Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. | Double disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| Front brake diameter | 282 mm | 298 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 245 mm | 245 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-R17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-R17 | 180/55-ZR17 |
Key differences
This comparison uses Yamaha Tracer 7 from 2019 and Yamaha Tracer 9 from 2019.
Power
Yamaha Tracer 7
74 hp (55 kW)
Yamaha Tracer 9
115 hp (86 kW)
Highlighted valueWet weight
Yamaha Tracer 7
196 kg
Highlighted valueYamaha Tracer 9
214.1 kg
Engine capacity
Yamaha Tracer 7
689 cm³
Yamaha Tracer 9
847 cm³
Highlighted valueTorque
Yamaha Tracer 7
68 Nm
Yamaha Tracer 9
87.5 Nm
Highlighted valueSeat height
Yamaha Tracer 7
835 mm
Highlighted valueYamaha Tracer 9
845 mm
Yamaha Tracer 7 vs Yamaha Tracer 9: which one to choose?
- Choose Yamaha Tracer 9 if you want more acceleration reserve for highway riding with a passenger: 55.8 %.
- Choose Yamaha Tracer 7 if easier pushing and parking in city use matter: 18.1 kg.
- Choose Yamaha Tracer 7 if a lower seat helps you reach the ground: 10 mm.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Yamaha Tracer 9 has more power, at 115 hp (86 kW) compared with the Yamaha Tracer 7 at 74 hp (55 kW).
- Which motorcycle is lighter?
- The Yamaha Tracer 7 is lighter: 196 kg wet compared with 214.1 kg wet for the Yamaha Tracer 9.
- Which motorcycle has the lower seat?
- The Yamaha Tracer 7 has the lower seat, at 835 mm compared with 845 mm on the Yamaha Tracer 9.