Yamaha Tracer 9 vs Yamaha Fjr1300
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tracer 9
Yamaha Fjr1300
Horsepower (hp)
119 hp
146 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
138 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
250 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
289 kg
Type
Touring
Touring
Horsepower
119 hp @ 10,000 rpm
146 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
93 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
138 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
250 km/h (electronically limited)
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
289 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.0–7.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Tracer 9
8.5/10
"The thinking rider's sport-tourer that embarrasses more expensive alternatives."
Pros
+CP3 triple sounds incredible
+Suspension genuinely adjustable stock
+Strong electronics for money
Cons
−Screen vibrates at speed
−Runs hot in traffic
−Early quickshifter feels rough
Yamaha Fjr1300
8.8/10
"The benchmark sports tourer that absolutely nothing has made obsolete."
Pros
+Engine pulls endlessly, everywhere
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+AE electronic suspension is superb
Cons
−Shaft splines need regular greasing
−Stock seat brutalises after 200 miles
−Heavy at slow urban speeds