2022 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT Long-Term Review
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- Опубліковано 16 лип 2024
- After riding the 2022 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT for a year, we talk about its long-term performance.
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Over the course of the past year, we’ve been riding Yamaha’s 2022 Tracer 9 GT. Introduced in 2021, the Tracer 9 GT is a middleweight, sport-touring bike from the Tuning Fork brand. We’ve reported on its performance and capability during the 2022 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT Review and 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT MC Commute Review articles and videos. Now, after riding this machine for nearly a year and logging almost 4,000 miles, we’re discussing what it’s like to live with from day to day.
Our original review discussed a couple of annoying hiccups, but fast-forward to now and those bugaboos irk us much less. We’re keen on the versatility and function of the Tracer 9. We really like this middleweight’s size; because it’s a bantam sport-touring bike, it has great everyday utility. It’s great to have a bike with manufacturer hard cases, eliminating the need for a fanny pack or backpack as the lockable and removable luggage swallow nearly 8 gallons of goodies on either side. And even with the luggage mounted, the bike remains svelte and nimble.
Traffic is a bear in Southern California, and larger touring bikes and cruisers can be a handful to slide in and out of traffic. Not so with this Tracer 9 GT; it may weigh just over 500 pounds with a full 5 gallons of fuel, but it’s surprisingly responsive, really fitting our SoCal lifestyle.
We love the ergonomics, particularly the adjustability. The broad seat is nice and plush and can be easily raised or lowered without tools; at 6 feet, the tall position worked for me personally. And the ability to adjust the rider's footpegs made us happy. This was already a common feature on sportbikes many years ago, so it’s a no-brainer for Yamaha to include this. We kept the pegs in the low position to reduce painful knee contortions. Rounding out the triangle, if you will, the handlebar is proportioned well and can also be adjusted to rider preference. Overall, a really accommodating ergonomics package.
The manually adjustable windscreen is easy to use, and we value how tall it is in the high position, where it does a fine job of flowing turbulent air over the rider. The OE-fitted plastic hand guards are another valuable touch, and do a marvelous job of keeping hands warm in cold weather. This along with 10-way-adjustable electronic heated grips make riding in chilly conditions much more bearable.
Of course comfort is only half of this bike’s appeal; performance measures up as well. The 890cc inline-triple is awesome, with gobs of torque, more than 50 lb.-ft. from as low as 2,500 rpm. And there’s right around 104-105 ponies at the business end of the Bridgestone Battlax 180-series rubber, so the Tracer 9 has plenty of get-up-and-go, which is easy to use thanks to its electronic quickshifter, a nice add-on. No need to use the clutch when upshifting or downshifting makes for a much more entertaining experience with the torquey punch of this inline-three, which as a bonus, sounds really, really cool.
What’s also cool, in a quieter way, is this bike’s elevated maintenance intervals. Yamaha Motor recommends engine oil swaps every 6,000 miles, engine oil filter changes every 12,000 miles, along with fresh spark plugs and an air filter. The valve adjustment intervals are spaced to 24,000 miles. This streetbike goes quite a ways between services.
The KYB semi-active suspension is decent, and it’s neat that Yamaha added this feature to the bike. But the actual function of the semi-active suspension is meh; we’ve ridden other bikes with semi-active suspension that performed near-magically. Around town the Tracer 9 handles nicely, soaking up the bumps well. But when you’re getting some in the corners on a favorite curvy road, it has a tendency to get a little bit unglued. Still, most can certainly live with the minor disappointment given the bike’s day-to-day capability.
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Good update video, a bit more informative than the first ride reviews for people who end up buying these things. A bit of bummer about the electronic suspension, I'm interested in the tech but maybe a few more years for the Japanese brands it'll become a must have. I wonder how you would compare this bike to the latest Z1000SX, seems fairly similar but in a more traditional sports bike style rather than adventure style. Looking forward to more videos and articles as always.
I own the previous model GT, my previous bike was a naked Z1000, but I also rode the SX. The Kawa has more power, is more stable above 120 mph, but is somewhat less comfortable due to the more front-loaded riding position and less suspension travel, also, pegs are closer to the seat. Wind protection is better on the Kawa. The Tracer is more playful though, like a big motard, more nimble, and feels a little stronger in the low rpm. The Tracer is also quite better for a passenger. If you ride alone at high speeds, I'd recommend the Z. On the twisties they're equally fun for different reasons.
I bought one of these brand new in June. 4,000 miles later including some touring in awful weather conditions I can categorically say it's a great all round bike 👍
Nice man. Glad you are digging your bike.
Have you rode with a passenger yet?
@jDot2414 . No and I don't intend to. However, one of the UK motorcycle channels had one of these long term and did a number of two up tours. They really rated the bike.
Thank you for the update! I have a first gen 2015 FJ-09 and I absolutely love it! It's my daily rider.
Hoping to one day upgrade to a 2021 but $$$... Oh well 😅
Enjoy it! Stay safe!
Personally, I have the Tracer 9 GT, and I wouldn't trade it for anything. The engine is an absolute delight, and the versatility it offers is unbeatable. Incredibly fun.
Appreciate the review! Lots of competition in this market. Features sound nice but I probably could have done without some of them in order to bring the price back down to what the FJ-09 was. Thanks.
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Ahaha 👌 awesome... this dude talks so well ! Loved it... subscribing
my old yamaha nouvo 5 made me pay attention to Yamaha, the rev still feels great, i appreciate the quality!
Bought it last week. Traded in FJR. FJR was getting heavier for me and narrow handle bars weren’t comfortable. Had Previous generation tracer and I couldn’t forget the triple 😂. So went back and bought this one. Amazing bike and quick shifters are worth every penny.
I have a Mt09 SP '22 and was given the Tracer for a service. I was very impressed, felt smoother than the 09 around town and the screen was really nice, I felt like I was in a bubble from the wind. If touring is high on how you will be riding it's pretty nice. Yeah the quickshifter on my 09 is worth every penny.
Looks fantastic in that livery.
Great video! Big hair & awesome bikes, adam always brings both! Just wish Yamaha gave us different color choices for 2023 on the Tracer 9 GT.
Big hair! 😂 Helmet hair maybe?
The 2023 model is the one. Mark my words it’s gonna be the king of this category for people who want all the fancy new features this bike has this year at 15k when I can’t find another bike with those same features under 26k
Enjoyed this review Adam because I generally find your style annoying(not that I have my own you tube channel to brag about) but this was really smooth & informative.
Adam is Adam, and that's great! He knows his stuff and is an honest reviewer. Can't ask for more.
really wanted to get this Tracer last year, test-rode it and loved it, but there's no stock in Ireland. Got BMW F900XR instead and have no regrets whatsoever :) Great review, and has good footage quality too.
Rode both. You can check my both videos. :) Great bikes overall.
The F900 XR is known for water pump issues, check your coolant levels and for signs of blue coolant under the frame of the BMW. My water pump failed after 10 days of ownership, Waited 3 months for parts , that's right 3 months for BMW parts. Needless to say, I'm done with BMW.
@Andrew Cherouvis heard of it too. Apparently that was the issue with early models and the pump had been modified since then.
Here in Brazil we just have 900 GT, bizarre ! Such a great motorcycle!
Thanks for your thoughts, Adam. I just wish it looked a little better, sigh. Rumors of it getting radar/adaptive cruise control will elevate this bike even it would seem.
Thanks for a great review.. The best review are from a person who actually spent time with a motorcycle like yourself. In NH, the out the door price is $14,400 for a 2022. I think at that price point, including the bags and it's features your getting is a good value. There are a lot of competitors. in this class. I think the number one competitor is the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro. Which is a great motorcycle as well. The GT PRO is near the$17, 500 price point. I was leaning towards the Tiger, but what swayed me towards the Yamaha is the engine, and the OEM bags that come standard. The engine is putting out 115 HP. The 900 cc class is perfect. I checked out the Tiger 1200, GS 1200, African Twin and also the Suzuki GSX1000 GT Plus. I found the 1200 cc adventure style bikes with the steel cases are extremely difficult to get on and off. The size and height for them is too tall. At 5'9'' for example the African Twin was a motorcycle that I know I would spend more time pickin up than riding. Another feature of the GT9 is the 17 inch front tire. Lets get real, I'm not about to be doing any crazy off road " The Long way around" rding. I was looking for a great motorcycle that is capable of touring. The GT9 is that motorcycle. I was also looking at the Kawasaki SX 1000 and suzuki GSX 1000 GT Plus. Great sport tourers with great performance. The downside is , and something that isn't talked about with reviews is the insurance cost. Both Suzuki and Kawasaki insurance cost are 3x more than what I am currently paying for a Speed Twin. Insurance on the 9 GT is extremely reasonable.
I got a 22 for 12k otd a few months ago👍
I've owned this motorcycle for about a year and a half and in general really like it. I've got just a tick over 12,000 mi on it. But I must have a defective manual, because I read 4,000 mi interval, oil changes and 8,000 mi interval oil filter changes.
I bet what Adam said was meant for kilometers
@@WilliamInJP depending on the market the manual will say oil change from 4k to 6k miles. In UK it's 6k miles
I enjoyed my FZ1 from the early ought's and it isn't the only Yamaha I've had. This is certainly an attractive MC.
Excellent review, very comprehensive. The windscreen does not look like the stock one. is it the touring Yamaha OEM or the Puig one?
I got a VStream windscreen for my FJ-09. Amazing. huge difference.
Adam Waheed is my #1 favotire motorcycle reviewer no cap
He is the one, doing a great job. I have to agree.
Love the guy's honesty and knowledge.
I prefer the previous generation, and yes I have one. Just couldn’t take that new dash, and I didn’t want the semi suspension. But, that’s just me and I hope the newer owners enjoy their bikes. Cheers 👍🇨🇦🤪
I saw somewhere that they are putting a more normal TFT dash on the 2023 (one of those spy shots things).
Adam, how different does the Tracer feel compared to the MT09 in terms of power and handling?
Great review, this is a bike I’m really interested in! Do you have any idea if the NT1100 is coming to the USA, & if it is when? That’s another one I’m interested in.
Rode both bikes, also the NT, can check them both on my channel. :) Have fun. Pretty damn good bikes overall.
At this time, NO word from Honda about the NT coming to the US. Don't know what the hell they're waiting for. Even saw a Transalp is coming - but quiet on the NT. Not coming here would be a very big mistake. I'm looking at the '23 9 GT, but wouldn't hesitate to wait even longer for the NT1100.
Very nice
A fair bit more $$$$, but after riding both, I opted for the Kawasaki Versys 1000 LT SE+. Down to the basics, they are two very similar bikes, but the Kaw seems a bit more well thought out, finished, organized... something subjective like that. Plus, a couple more farkles.
I’m deciding the same thing. That versys 1000 se+ is a king. Love that bike straight from the factory. I’m just frugal so idk what to do.
I just saw the 2023 and Yamaha went with one 7" screen vs the two
Lol. Sounds like you really enjoyed this one. I think I might prefer Suzukis s1000gt. The seating position might let you “get some” more around the twisties…but that’s not to say the Tracer 9 GT isn’t an amazing package.
Mine has 3000km and it makes some weird sounds from the left side of the engine looks like the chain is loose inside have you experienced anything like that?
Hopefully Yamaha will bring the tracer 7 back to the us as a alternative to the Versys 650/v-strom 650
Almost bought a second hand one but then went with a Multi v4... If I didn't have the $s I wouldn't have been unhappy
Perfectly agree about the quick-shifter. Works very nice. Overall it offers a nice package for the money.
p.s. Great review. Here goes my like. Rode this one and can check my test ride of this bike.
This is an option as I’m moving away from the sport nakeds for sport tourers. That fuel tank looks awesome.
I have the MT09 that have the same fuel tank shape, you feel inside the bike, not over.
How do you find the Tracer 9 on broken road surfaces? I'm sort of back and forth between sport touring and adventure bikes and my current Honda CBF1000 really doesn't do well over ruts, bumps, potholes and gravel whereas my previous V-Strom was great at this stuff. I don't actually ride off-road but I do like exploring away from the highway and in some of the more serene places the roads haven't been maintained since they were built decades ago!
I went from a Vstrom to the Tracer 9, and put ~13,000km on it this season going across Canada. I had an inadvertant stretch of gravel in northern Saskatchewan in the rain and made it at decent speed but it was sketchy as. Tires would fix that but I went to a Michelin Pilots for the second set and said forget the gravel because this bike is so fun to ride on the road it would be a shame to even put 80/20s on it. ...T7 is on order for dirt touring.
Love to see a semi ADV version of the Tracer with a revised subframe that allows heavy luggage and redesign of the crappy dash
At least the dash is rumored to be coming in 23. To keep it agile, though, just get a smallish top box and that should do it.
Did I hear correct, you are only getting 32 mpgs? I get well over 40, the bike reads around 46 mpgs.
Ducati MTS 950/V2 is the class leader :)
Please compare to other similar: bmw 900, Ducati multi strands, etc.
I just rode my Tracer 9 GT from LA to SF and back and totally forgot this bike had heated grips until I watched this video 🤦♂️
Hate when that happens!
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man your hair is next to scandalous! :) but nice review :)
Picking up a brand new one tomorrow for $11,999!
This, or tiger 900gt?
Main problem with this is the 'Industrial' 'Golf Cart' look with lot of misarranged panels with gap. This doesn't look premium or high quality. As motorcycles are exposed machines people have an attachment to the machine in terms of perceived quality and components. something like a Rolex or Seiko watch with complex movements. this looks utilitarian for that price.
Compared to Ninja 1000SX or NT1100 t it looks cheap.
How is wind protection for knees and legs?
Your legs sit tucked into the tank.. Today I rode in 59 degree weather and didn't experience windchill on my legs with summer ventilated touring pants.
You have to ride it pretty hard to get 32 mpg. I average 40-42 in the city.
Mr. waheed just 1 question this tracer 9 gt or suzuki gsxs 1000 gt>?
check out the insurance on the Suz GSX 1000 GT plus. High insurance costs were the deal breaker for me.
I have to laugh, the manufacturer recommends extended oil changes and a filter every other oil change. Of course they do, that’s called designed obsolescence, with the user being the one being “designed”. I don’t listen to my Toyota dealer when they say 10K miles between changes either. Basic fluid maintenance is THE key to engine longevity, I feel badly for owners that swallow that bait without questioning it and spitting out that lure. This bike is too costly for what it offers, in my opinion.
Right on. Not changing a filter at every oil change is plain stupid.
Love the bike, but as a Canadian.. hearing that you’re riding around California with the heated grips on “10” is quite concerning.
I went on a tour a few days ago with 5°c in the morning, heated grips on 6, and i was wearing leather perforated race gloves.
Rode around Lake Superior on the Trans-Can highway in May. Had the grips set on 5 and that was very warm.
Looked hard at this well designed motorcycle but ultimately ended up on a 1250 GS for only $10k more😮. Spot on review.
"Only 10k more"? 😂the lies we tell ourselves its fine as long as you are happy with it though.
I've owned both bikes; the GS is better, but not 10k better
Only 10K more? I hope you are trolling
I actually traded in my 1200 GS for this, I don't regret it.
Was going to buy one until I rode one. Engine brilliant gearbox/quick shifter brilliant Now the bad bits seat as comfortable as a piece of wood told by sales man you can buy a comfort seat! Suspension far to hard even on softest setting pillion peg position the worse my wife as ever encountered then the clutch grab on set off and the awful dashboard. Gutted really wanted one.
That's the way bikes are. Some fit, some don't - and that's really the most important issue. Can't be happy if you're not comfy, specially on something you're going to ride for hours. I've heard - not surprisingly - the exact opposite about the seat and pillion. Just have to try them before you buy them.
The seat feels comfortable at first but after an hour of riding its terrible. Had the bike for about 6 months put 650 miles on it and have not ridden it again. Also its very boring on the twisties. You dont feel planted.
For that 15k (or just a touch more) you could probably get an MT-10 with a bigger screen, some bags, and some heated grips. Would that be a better bike?
Depends what you want it for. I've never had an MT10 but 2 friends have, both good riders: one loved it, the other got rid of it after 6 months and called it the "Empty 10" for its terrible range. You pays your monies...
@@matthewharvey3666 Yeah I've heard that the range is a concern for some with the 10. That would, obviously, be much more difficult to change. The newest one is supposed to be marginally better but still not as good as the Tracer 9
Yamaha is really ahead on quality and reliability....
At that price it better be good. Getting close to Ducati territory. Hate Yamahas blue color scheme. I do like their red, white, and yellow heritage/ anniversary colors though.
Fun review, Adam looks like a half smoked, discarded cigarette in human form
This years, leaps and bounds ahead, is next years injured party.
I'm all about it for 10k keep the electronics
Cons: price and dash!
Many pros though
So is this basically an MT-09 derivative as a sport touring bike?
yes, its been around a while now (at least here in .au )
Apparently these bikes got famous for wobbling at high speeds, i wonder if you experienced the same...
The riding position is still spoilt by the footpegs. Even in the more relaxed position the feet are too high and too far back.
$15k… dang that pricey i would
Cross shop it with a street bob, since i would
Use them for touring not sport. Seems a lil over priced
How one year is long term?
Given each journalist only has so much time, it's a benefit to us for any of these bikes to be in their hands longer than 300-500 miles. That tells us nothing. After a few thousand miles, though, there isn't much you don't know about the rig. Happy they can do these!
Yamaha could improve it 100% if it was shaft driven.
Lol - 4,000 miles is considered a long term review now? Didn't even hit the oil change service interval.
Rather have a GSX-1000GT.
Which on fits you better?! That's the real test.
If only it had a different display 😢
Trusted rumors say the 2023 will have a better dash and radar cruise. As long as they don't raise the price! I'm a buyer if so, and if the NT1100 doesn't come here.
I was surprised how large this bike was to sit on in real life. It is massive.
Depends what you are accustomed to. My other bike is an R1250GS and the Tracer feels small and light compared to the BMW.
It's all fairing and fuel though, looks are quite deceptive. Strip it down, it's an MT09 with risers.
I've had some taller bikes, and that's really what this is. Being upright is, at first, something to get used to, but once you crack off some miles, it is VERY much appreciated.
@Keith Moskiewicz 155 pounds, 5'10, 32" inseam brotha
32 mpg is terrible lol
That’s Aprilia territory 🤣😂😆
One of two motorcycles that I will never own just because of its ugly dash. Dash is one of the most prominent things the rider sees. I don’t want to stare at Squidward. The other bike is the Tiger 900 with that nonsensical tach. $15k of regret OTD. No thanks.
The 2023 version is said to answer your (and many other's) prayers. Seems a new dash and radar cruise is on the menu.
I would prefer a Lower price .. without all the high tech doo dads
That's why there's a standard Tracer 9 too
@@piotrb6410 Oh Thanks I will look again .. For some reason I thought they only offered the high tech Tracer in 2022..
@@piotrb6410 I looked back 3 years on the Yamaha USA website and can only find the GT.. No Mention of the Nikon either..
@@mikeskidmore6754 perhaps it depends on the market. In Europe we have a standard T9 and T9GT. GT is offered in the black/silver/blue colour, while T9 is only in red or matt grey. T9 is also £2k cheaper but it's missing the side cases, KYB suspension, cornering lights and heated grips. I especially liked the black/silver/blue color so it was a no brainer when buying my T9GT. Also, I do touring so I needed extra luggage :) really happy with my bike
@@piotrb6410 Not in the U.S.
It’s so disingenuous when you guys say shit like “the suspension is great but when you’re getting some in the corners it can tend to come unglued” - no one should ever be pushing hard enough on public roads to experience that and 95% of riders will never get close to that limit to begin with.
What would you prefer? “The suspension is great, we got it up to 70 on the interstate and it went straight.”???😂
Disingenuous is a bit strong, no? These guys do, in fact, spank their bikes once in a while (for sure Adam does on the amazing roads here in SoCal). And if you do - and I hardly ever - it's good to know what's at the limit. Agree on going fast on public roads as a rule, though. You simply never know what you're in for. And no need when there are fabulous tracks just an hour or two away.
You find $15k too much? hah! in my country this cost $20k and thats msrp
The T9GT- Still one of the least attractive Yamahas ever produced. Sad because it seems like Yamaha did so much right on this bike failed so miserably in the cosmetic aspect. Oh, and still too expensive for what's offered.
Compared to the competition in its class i think its the best value for money... I wonder what would be your pick for best value for money in the class? It isn't the most esthetically pleasing bike (they should have kept the blue from the previous model as an option) but it isn't as ugly as the mt09 either🤣
You can't get all the features this bike has, for that price, from any other manufacturer .
But i do agree. It's ugly. Whoever designed Yamaha's bikes for the last 5 years, has really ugly taste. It's like they made one bike super ugly back in 2016 or so, then started designing all their other bikes around that one. It's a shame, because the FJ-09 and the Tracer 900 were beautiful. I have a 2015 FJ-09. I love looking at it.
Funny thing is that I've had more compliments on the looks than any bike I had in the past 20 years.
Everything is relative, I think it's a great looking bike, especially since most newer bikes weren't just hit with an ugly stick, they fell from the top of the ugly tree and had a good whack from every branch on the way down.
@@jl9161 I need a 2-up bike, ergo my '15 FJR1300A, a fantastic ride whose sole flaw is its excess weight. Had Yamaha designed a mini-FJR for the 500 lb. weight class, we'd be talking. But this bike? Nope, can't get past the looks for all its inherent better qualities.
Mindya, I almost bought a Tracer 900 GT before this FJR (my 2nd) but only because the PO had custom painted it, so it made it more tolerable to look at. Thankfully, someone else grabbed it before I did and I'm not unhappy on my FJR.
But if I was riding solo and still ST shopping? I'd buy another Ninja 1000 SE in a heartbeat or the GSX1000GT way before I'd consider the T9GT.
I like Yamaha, but this is ugly and overpriced