2023 Yamaha TRACER 9 GT+ Walk round and FIRST RIDE REVIEW!
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
- Wow Yamaha, well bloody done.
The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is a pretty well loved motorcycle around Europe but I feel they've just took it up another level with the PLUS model!!
Now loaded with absolutely EVERYTHING you could possibly imagine (bar an electric screen and blind spot detectors) I honestly thing this is going to be a hugely popular bike in the UK and around Europe.
Let me know your honest thoughts on the bike in the comments below!
I hope you enjoy the vlog!
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Impressed with your singing!!!
Great video Kate, thought it was you in English Biker Dan's video doing a funny crouch at the start of it. This review just confirmed it. Keep up the good work
Love the little extra at the end .🙌
Waiting on
*Kate the Musical* now 😊
Nice pipes and control
I own a 2020 Tracer 900 GT. Copper. That goddamn bike is my soul.
I have a 2015 Tracer 900 and I absolutely love it,I changed from a 1150GSA and could not be happier. The only thing I had to buy was an airhawk cushion because the seat was awful after 60 miles..Excellent video
Great vid again Kate. Keep up the great work.
loved your review Kate i have watched it 3 times now !! pick mine up on Thursday !!
Is it everything you want it to be? 😁
Excellent review. The demonstration of seat height and knowing your inseam is very helpful. What I see missing on the bike is too common across the sport and that is a lack of proper fenders. Again, an excellent review and I have subscribed.
Ah thank you Robert! I appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks for review. Good to see another very day useable bike with IMU.
Wow you really can sing!!! Good review and great singing
Do love your singing endings. Good reason to watch to the end. 🤣🤣
Actually all I need is the normal GT with that 7" tft dash.
Nice introduction to the GT+ Kate.
Hope you will get it for a long term test ride, we need more "swing it around" country road commentary.
I think you should a record a few tracks with those pipes 🎶🎶"youuuu just go slooow.."
Another good initial review. Even got me thinking about buying for a split second there ...
Hi Kate, great first ride of the tracer 9+ , did you see the Spitfire flying over your head at 13:43? ...glad you like the roads around my home 😉👍...great extra 😂😂😂
I think I'd buy this bike if I was looking... a lot of bike for the money. As always an interesting and entertaining video. Thanks again
As someone who has the + on order and when the price was confirmed and delivery date I decided to get a 2022gt instead. I got a cracking deal and under £11500 with the backbox and a few other goodies. Now I see this come out no regret from me at all.. the dash is 100% better no doubt but let's be honest your looking at the road not the dash. Also I heard from a friend who has one still on order that his has now been delayed to September from May. So definitely glad I did what I did. Saying that the engine is amazing and I love this bike.. I know ktm ducati and bmw have more premium and most definitely more expensive bikes but you tell me if you think you need more than this bike..
What a BIKE...!, My next one for sure...!🤩❤
Would be my perfect bike. Great singing voice at the end of the video kate!
Great singing at the end 👏👏😊
Love the random singing and the end.
At first glance I didn't like the design, but I think it will grow on me. Panniers look quirky, probably designed to NOT act as a massive air-brake, and seem better than previous Yamaha panniers (Niken GT). The 1-2 second radar distance is more to do with the system's limitations, rather than any rider's requirement. Personally I wouldn't trust it. Great review and hoping you get a chance to test the updated Niken soon (which I think has the same dash). Ride Safe.
I just had to hear your singing again. ❤it! As for the bike I will stick to my non + model as it offers better value for money and has the same awesome engine.
Hi Kate, A great first review, very impressed with the bike from what you have shown. Could you advise please the capacity of the panniers, and is there an option for a rear plate and top box. Thanks.
Excellent bike! Nice review.... Only thing I would like is another colour!
As always, a very informative, down to earth video. Thanks Kate. Do you do your own editing?
I do! Thats a full time job in itself 🤣 glad you enjoyed it!
Great video - does it give it a bit brake light (as you slow down with the cruise control assist)?
Hi Kate i have had the first of the gt9 with electric suspension and imu brakes, i just hope the brakes work well in emergency because they where crap on mine that's the best i can describe it. And I always had my suspicions, i wrote it off anyway.
That was my first accident in 43 years, keep the good work up,and ride safe.🙏
Can you please give more details about the problem you had? Which model was it?
Good review, Kate.
Great video as per usual Kate. The bike is all singing and dancing. You can certainly munch miles on that bike for sure. I think you just gave it a nick name unintentionally, it's a Tracer GT9+ Bum Hugger! 😂👍
again with the singing!!!!! I'm waiting for the EP to drop!
An amazing looking 👀 bike . Am not sure why but l think this would be top of my list on bikes to buy . Love the hazy shade of winter grey 💙🙏💯🏴✌️
I like the fact the panniers force the load low and forward if they are not overstuffed. Odd looking but ok... Bike overall is a nice package. We don't have the 2023 model or the 9+ here yet that I have seen. Hope we get the better screen and other new features otherwise not liking current USA model.
Now, that was a spicy ride review. Kate 😅
Looking forward to your 2023 Yamaha Niken GT vid.
I had the first iteration Tracer 900 GT loved it, so I up graded to the Tracer 9GT when that came out I must ov got the Friday 5 oclock special on that one had nothing but problems with it turned out to be a fault on the IMU, eventually got it back from dealer after a month brand new hardly any miles on it and I t got stolen I was gutted so ended up buying Vstrom 1050 xt and love it. I still have a soft spot though for this bike maybe on the cards if I can make the browny ponits with the Mrs lol thanks for this review ATB
Hello Kate. Great review!!! Does the GT+ have steering damper ?
Pick my gt + up beginning of September went for the blue silver and black colour, the dealer gave me a demo gt + for a full weekend to try it out.
Hi Kate great review
I really hope that dash ends up on the non GT+ model. I find the black and gold model absolutely stunning
I wouldn't worry about it. It ain't worth the money.
Nice review! How many liters is the tank and how much can the panniers hold?
I love it and that price amazing considering the kit level it has… burning question would you buy one?? And you sing as well 😊
Wonderful review! Which one did you enjoy more? this , the africa 1100 or the VSTROM 1050? which one is faster up to 80mi?
Any chance you could do a video on accessories for bikes? For example phone mounts and cases. I have a new busa and would like to use my phone as a sat nav as you do on your bike. What are my options please Kate?
Hi Kate, yes a few years ago I had a Tracer 9 and put Givi luggage on it for touring, ideal I think for a solo rider might have been a bit cramped two up though. Kept it for a couple of years and enjoyed it. The GT+ certainly comes with all the bells and whistles, one thing you never mentioned though, does it have the blind spot monitoring mirrors. Thank you.
No, else I'd have mentioned them 🤪 only messing - no, it doesn't have blind spot detectors or an electric screen but other than that, I can't think of much that's missing 😊
Hope it comes to Australia! Best in class bike!
Probably the first and last time @EnglishBikerDan will be named a long legged Larry 🤣😂🤣
Great review, thank you much.
It would be really good to see you on a Yamaha MT09 - a comparison with that and the new Triumph RS would be great.
Long legged Larry's, lmao, from where I'm sitting you sure don't have anything to be jealous about. Great review of the GT plus Kate! Not sure if I want the mt10 or the tracer. If it's the tracer, I'll have to get a taller, wider windscreen. Pretty sure I heard that you can get the plus with an optional akrapovic exhaust. Not sure how much more it cost. Whichever bike I decide on, it will be after the first of the year. Looking forward to more of your reviews ❤
Glad you enjoyed it! Oooh I'm excited for you!
wow. REMINDS ME OF drooling over my mates Goldwing back in the 90's. where's the ash tray?. to which I got the answer, next to reverse button. The technology available just begs belief. I am a modern retro triumph speed twin lover. But the way the manufacturers have kept up with the needs of modern day road demands to keep us safe. It can only be commended. and on a mile muncher like this . Well, it is really an absolute life saver. loving the shorty ( legs )review :) . keep safe Kate🤓💯❤❤🩹
Wow, you have a really nice voice,you should sing more on your channel (even more followers guaranteed) but also thank you for the informative review on this truly wonderful bike. Keep up the good work and please sing mooooooooore ;) on you channel
Very nice voice ! Congrats!
P.S.: Tracer 9 has a nice voice too.
Methinks, nice finish, good engine, little bit sanitised. Would you feel special on the road and then be distinctive parked in a motorcycle rank with similar others.Good content and well presented, many thanks 👍.
Only thing it’s missing is two spot lights😂great vid other wise😊
6:05 I've watched a few of your videos I thought I'd sub'd.... clearly hadn't, but I have now😁.
So glad to hear that 7" is now classed as massive 🤣🤣🤣. Yaay🤣.
Loving these style's of bike's.
The + because its super plushy🤣🤣👌🏻.
Thanks for subbing!! 😁 glad you enjoyed the review 🙌
@UsernameKate welcome and also how did you find the MT10 and have you tried the Duke 890 yet?.
Yeah! I have an older video on the 890R. I'd have one of those aswell 🤣🤣
Looks nice the bike but I think you should release an album of songs, you singing voice is lovely and what a lyricist 😘
I like it, Kate. Must arrange to have a go on one and consider as a possible replacement for my Kawasaki Z1000SX.
I'm not sure I'd go for the Plus, would have to see what i could get on a second hand GT
I passed my test last week. I took the Tracer7 and Tracer9 out for a spin today. I ruled out the Tracer7 as the 9 was a better fit, had better breaks and power delivery. I will try the Tiger 900 next week, although the 2024 model is not available yet. Presently it's a two horse race between the new Tracer 9 and the new Tiger 900. Would be very interested to know your thoughts? After riding the Tiger next week I may go back and ride the new Tracer 9 because I had the old one today with the dual screen.
In 1983 I would have been interested, then I had a Yamaha XZ550, these days I have a 1988 Lowrider (hotted up) with a sidecar and a 2022 Pan Am Special, and I have pretty much moved on from Japanese bikes, and I'm happy with the classic and future bikes I own.
Looks like the semi active suspension is only working when the ignition is on (like my R1250RT), couldn't see it bounce when you jumped on.
What are your thoughts about the QS, is it any good? Cheers from The Netherlands
Nice vlog thank you. Btw was one of the front Spots broken on the bike? Seemed like only 1 was working? Unless thats extra on the ++ Pack? LOL
It's just a day time running light. The triumph street triple RS is the same. You can have them both on if you wish.
Great video as usual Kate,
Own the 2022 Tracer 9GT version and i'm super happy with it, the only thing i've changed straight away was the windshield as for me was very disturbingly buffeting ,
Will i change for this GT Plus ? No, but if i was to choose from the start yes.
Which windscreen did you changed for?
Glad that they changed the Groucho Marx dash, haha. Despite that, I've been eyeing this bike for a while now as I think it offers a lot for the money. The 1 or 2 second time frame on the braking seems a little short but I suspect that feature can be disabled. Two other issues I've heard about on the non-plus model: the switch-gear feels a little "less than premium," and the stock windshield doesn't do a very good job at managing airflow. Hoping that Yamaha brings this to the US soon.
Very nice review, you got a new sub, just a little tip, next time you ride a triple, let it rev, push it, they love to sing, this one especially, goes easily up to 11000rpm, when you get around 8000rpm, it wakes up and begins to play such good music! But otherwise, perfect review!😎👌✌
Nice review.
I’d have liked to see whether this bike was suited to a pillion. Or how about showing the GPS function? What about the alternative screens? What are the panniers like internally and how much do they hold? Instead it was just wow this bike rides great. So much missing.
To be honest Kate, I was thinking about the R1250GS, but the TRACER 9 GT PLUS has every option added for the final price. Not quite the same genre, but boy, that's one incredibly good bike and value.
Great stuff, I thought they had done away with that split divers face dash? bit too much tech on this model for me,
Love this vlog looking forward to seeing you on it wearing your leathers and new swanky helmet with your dark visor love you Kate x
Great singing.
Thanx for clear explanation 🙏🏻👍🌹
Love the videos...did you find the tracer top heavy, especially considering leg length and foot on ground scenario? Ive heard the Tracers can be top heavy at slow /walking pace?
Yes, as a small person - I'd say that's a fair assessment!
Wow I bought the latest one in 2020, 10.5k , this at 15k is too close to BMWs S1000XR, which has a lot more horses and of course the BMW badge lol.
I would have a Yamaha badge any day over a BMW.
What is your height in cm? Did you have any issues with wind buffeting from the screen? thanks!
Nice review. I too think that the panniers are oddly shaped but glad that they have always come with the Tracer GTs. Did that sloped seat roll you forward into the tank? I and others who own a Tracer 9 or 900GT find this to be a problem, especially if one is a male. I do love that Yamaha corrected the mistake of the dual dash in this bike which for me is a deal-breaker.
I sold my tracer 900GT because of the forward slope and i didnt buy the tracer 9GT Purely because of the double ugly dash thats too small (i cant read anything on it and yes i wear glasses) , the gt+ seems to fix these problems but im waiting to see what the 2024 normal tracer 9gt will be like and then i might go back to a tracer. for now im enjoying the 2023 honda transalp
@@Kevin97587 When I had my 900GT I installed the mod kits from one of the guys on the main Tracer 900 forum, which he 3D printed and it made the seat acceptable. Thing is, the T9 repeated the seat problem and looked like they made it worse. However the guy made kits for those also, but it was the bullsh*t dash that was a turnoff for me and that model. Now the T9GT+ has fixed the dash and added some other stuff but the seat is still a banana … I could live with that if there was a kit fix (yet to be determined) but they lost a sale since I traded my Tracer 900GT for a Tiger 900 Rally Pro.
The Transalp looks interesting and depending on what one wanted to do with the bike may be a hit to the T9GT / GT+.
@@GrumpyGoat I like the transalp but u cant compare it to a tracer i think. The tracers engine has alot more power and is in my opinion alot more fun. the transalp does have a more neutral riding position and doesnt have the annoying issue of crushing your private parts. I will wait and see what the 2024 tracer version brings to the table and depending on that i'll either switch or keep riding the transalp
@@Kevin97587 I got the impression that the Transalp is a lower spec bike, with a different focus and not a sport tourer like the T9s. At $10k I would expect it to also attract different demographic.
Did you feel the weight of the panniers while riding?
nice review
Thank you 😊
How about the riding comfort? The suspension? Does it rides like a train?
comparisons with the Triumph tiger GT Pro ?
Sometimes i just like the bike to have just essential equipment and leave the rest to the rider. But of course, 6 way IMU, stopping assistance, speed control and so on is good on a long trip.
It'd be interesting to hear your review after riding it for a week.
Lots more to go wrong.
If Taiwan (USA/China) kicks off, there'll be another chip shortage, which means good luck getting anything replaced / fixed electronics wise, on many bikes and cars etc.
I'll stick with the basics; analogue clocks and controls, carbs etc
Right, if nothing else, at least my drZ will be running after the apocalypse lol
Probably a great bike but not a looker. That dash is loads better than the standard one though. Was the screen noisy as I always find them noisy on this style of bike?
Ive had the 900GT, the 9GT and now just ordered my 9GT+ cant wait
I can't think why you'd swap for the plus if you already have the gt? The plus doesn't really add anything to the bike that you already have.
@@I_am_Thursday it has much more, its got the new 7" screen, adaptive cruse control with the new radar system, assisted breaking, the new 3rd gen quick shifter. Some peopkle are happy with the GT as was i. But i just wanted the new model. i think its just a matter of choice.
@@OldManRides-pt5on I know that but who needs that? I have ridden both, and I found the tft as disappointing as the one they put on the 1st gen tiger 900. I have all that radar guff in my car. Meh. Motorways are only when absolutely necessary for me I'm afraid.
@@I_am_Thursday Yeah but it would be dull if we all thought the same, liked the same, drove the same rode the same...
@@OldManRides-pt5on I don't blame you if you like tech and it makes you feel better then crack on. What I am saying is for me the 'plus' wouldn't make me personally rush to swap. But then I actually prefer the Tracer 7 or Tenere ( which is surprising as I have 150bhp Ducatis ) I think that has more to do with how ugly the 9 is though - What were they thinking! Although irrelevant when riding the CP3.
comparing this to mt09 with short legs, cramped legs. This is the same ? looks very comfy for passenger.
Really like the look of this bike but worry about the power. I would still keep my SDGT LOL. Exhaust would need to be changed to more traditional but not intefering with the panniers. Pity no blind spot radar and wonder about heated seat?
Heated seat is an optional extra so it is possible to have one, it'll just cost some £££
Are the panniers quick release?
18 month newish rider here. No Yamaha dealers in Isle of Man so no test rides. I’ve just ridden a Tiger 900 GT Pro to Turkey and back to the island and want a bike that vibrates less through handlebars on motorways riding 5-6 hours a day. As I can’t easily test this nor the 1250GS, which is the smoothest bike? Thanks
"It's an absolute stonker", and I want one!
😁
Great video.. I have had the first edition Tracer in 2015, then my present Tracer in 2019.. Brilliant bike, been across Europe two up, and the CP3 engine is a peach.. Do you know if the new Tracer 9 plus has integrated sat nav?
Has it cornering traction control and abs
Nice review, I think there’s a lot to like about this bike, great base machine with an excellent electronics suite and all in all it doesn’t look too bad really.
I do wish they kept developing the FJR1300 and apply this tech to it along with other relative update to the chassis and motor but alas it seems both Yamaha and Kawasaki (Concours 14) have abandoned these great bikes..
FJR is way to heavy and probably not suitable for most riders skillsets. The market has changed anyway, adventure bikes have become the cash cow now. I think that Yamaha is on a winner with the GT 9 series. They just need to lose the split dash on the lower two specs and make that brake reservoir look less povo.
@@peterturner830 Re: market.
I suspect you’re probably right about that, they’re not selling in enough quantities to warrant further significant investment, sad though because for those that gravitate towards these types of bikes it only leaves a handful of European brands which tend to be cost prohibitive hence the market segment the FJR and Concours 14.
I’m a big guy and enjoyed the 14 and ZX14R’s I ran, they’re more rideable than many give credit but C’est la vie I guess, pity for us ppl that like a bigger bike
What’s missing on this bike is, me not being on the back of it with you ❤️🥰
Would you buy this over the GS?
And you can sing as well 😍
That was pretty cool and funny. 😆
Gap needs to be 2-4 seconds: "Only a fool breaks the 2 second rule" - doubled in the wet.
*^^^This!!!^^^ I tell people all* *the time*
maybe not use cruise control in the wet lol ? Thats stupid in of itself tbh
Always 4 seconds and more in the wet
@@P.M_M Indeed. You don't use cruise in the wet, asking for trouble.
If you bare in mind that at 70MPH you travel over 200 feet every 2 seconds, then I would say 4 seconds would be the absolute minimum gap at 70MPH.
I still can't get over the single little light at the front, plays havoc with my OCD
Great review as always on a pretty fancy bit of kit. With all the super intelligent systems this bike has why the hell are the running lights wonky ??. Totally puts me off any thoughts of buying. 😡😡🤬🤬
Interesting video and bike. However, possibly too much tech for a simple-minded soul such as me. I still like analogue clocks in the instrument cluster.
You are great
I'm a bit of a BMW guy but I really like this bike. Well done Yamaha.