I love your attitude to phone connectivity !! Virtually everyone rides with their phone attached to their handlebars, distracting them and detracting from the pleasure of the ride. I don't have maps etc on display. When I have a fuel stop I look at a map and know where I'm going to ! I ride a motorcycle to get away from distractions like a phone, msgs, electronic communications. I ride for the pleasure of, unadultering, enjoyment of the RIDE. I don't even have two way comms, a jab in the ribs sends me a msg !!

Hi, good review! I bought a Yamaha Tracer9 GT+ 4 months ago. I am 6’2” and I find the screen is probably the best stock screen I have ever ridden behind in 54 years of riding motorcycles on the road, (yes, I am 70 and I rode my first motorcycle on the dirt when I was 12 years of age), so I guess we are all different.

I bought a 2021 YamahaTracer 9GT when they first came out. Had 4 recall notices. The dealer reflashed the ECU 6 times and it still left me thinking it would crap out sometime. Absolutely hated the screen. Bear in mind I was a Yamaha dealer rep back in the 80's and loved them. Rode 2 different FJR's over the years, but when I got the 4th recall notice on the GT I lost confidence. Traded it in on a 24 GSXS1000 GT+. Watched every KZfaq I could and was prepared to change the brake lines and replace the tires. Took delivery last October and now have 1000 miles on the clock. In my opinion, the brakes are absolutely fine, good bite and plenty of feel. The stock tires are just that - stock tires. They're fine but not the best. Neither were the tires on the Yamaha either. Suzy rides better, has a better windscreen and info screen, smoother engine, transmission and quick shifter. To sum it up, I'm much happier on the Suzuki and look forward to the touring season. It's twice the bike compared to the Yamaha.

Another feature you could have mentioned with the Tracer is the cornering headlights. I don't ride a lot at night but when I do it is nice to see what is coming around the corner.

If you are an experienced, trained rider take the GT with closed eyes and enjoy having a superbike that can do 500 miles for fun, I know cause i bought it. The GT can trailbreak hard at 120 miles per hour, the chassis is superbike capable, the breaks, I needed 40 minutes to get the feel and I really enjoy the razor like feeling I get when using the A mode. I also enjoy getting 5 - 5.5 l/per 100km when chilling. Two step cruise control is great I love it. If i wanna wage war I can, if wanna cruise with my girlfriend I can. Gearing is superbike short, I love it you can make it longer no worries torque everywhere, air protection at helmet is perfect untill 130km, i love it cause the view on the mountains is so good with so-so screen, legs and hands are totally protected.

I have 2022. Tracer 9Gt. I’m 6’4”, tried to seat on Suzuki and already didn’t like it. Much more room and adjustability on tracer. Funny that everyone is complaining for wind shield. I don’t have any issues with it. Summer, hot days I keep it all the way down to get some more air. Cold and windy days all the way up. Never got that head wobbles that everyone mentions. Only thing I had to change, I got Corbin seat for it(factory one the worst ever). Corbin was little stiff till it broke down, now is perfect. Also forgot to mention that I had Fz/mt09 in 2014, so knew that sweet engine before I got the tracer.

3:55 "The Tracer 9GT....3 cylinder 900cc ...one of the greatest engines ever." OH YES! The flat spot is fixed with an ECU flash, this was done one mine under a recall. As for Suzuki vs Yamaha I preferred the Tracer because I'm tall, 6' 3"/190cm & I found the Suzuki too cramped, especially the knee bend angle. I get a far more relaxed posture on the Tracer. A BIG issue for me is fuel economy & range, my Tracer gets an astonishing 52MPG (US) & that's with a large amount of gnarly commuting. Finally, a better side by side comparison would be the Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+ rather than the GSX-S1000GT+.

I never use the Bluetooth features that run off my BMW'S dash, but I use the turn by turn directions constantly. Being able to just hit a button to direct you home when you've been out all day exploring is a fantastic feature

You should remake this content by replacing Suzuki GT with the GX as soon as that bike comes to your country on March.

I'm with you. The Suzuki is the more compelling machine. Great straightforward review. Well done

Yamaha is slipping not having a tourer based around the R1/MT-10

Good review! 🙌 I loved my 2021 mt09 and that cp3 engine really is impressive but imho the improvement you mentioned over the ride quality is equally applicable to the engine. It somehow feels tighter in both departments but also more supple. Loved the mt09, dirty air, looks and quality is what swung me away from a T9Gt and towards the GixusGT+. She is thirstier but overall im smitten with mine

The Suzuki is mostly based on a sportbike platform. Not the same as the Tracer. If you like sportbikes but want some utility out of it, get the Suzuki. I demoed the 24' Tracer and love it. In stock form, no bike is perfect. But you can make it better for you through adding various aftermarket items that can make it more personal for you. This review is a biased review, but I understand. A Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX would have been a similar bike to review with the Suzuki. I had a 20' MT-10 before and tried to make it into a sports touring machine. But it was still not that comfortable for me. I'm 6'1 and the Tracer was a lot more comfortable. Plus, not everyone needs a liter bike. The Tracer has plenty of power for me and what I will be using it for.

I've caught myself turning my 2020 mt09 into a sport tourer since I've turned 40. My wrists and arms are killing me, I need more storage space, I want cruise control. The list goes on. I do a lot of commuting to work and the more I think about it, the more I need a sport tourer in my life. I'll probably stick with the Tracer because they have some decent financing deals going on directly through Yamaha and I just love the specs of the Mt-09 engine. It fits my needs. I'm sure a few of you know my struggle and just laughing at my existential crisis because you can relate.

I put the puig sport windshield on my tracer and it solved the buffeting issues of the stock screen. It was awful.

Can’t understand why Yamaha doubled down on the adventure bike looks for the new model. A more sporty look would appeal to me more

I don’t know about the Yamaha that much but the Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ is a great bike. It seems to reflect where Suzuki is headed with some of their bikes. I really liked it when I rode it, and I think it’s one of their better bikes overall currently.

Loved your report because it covered everything what a end user would be dealing with when living with the beast. And also, these are the two models I’ve been contemplating in recent months to replace my aging 13 year old Suzuki GSX 1250 with 97,000 miles. Thanks again 👍🏼

Great review! Good stuff

Nice review. Will be interesting to see how the new GSXS1000GX-GT+ (FFS lol) fairs in a group test against the competitors in this sector & it's sibling here too.

This is always weird because nobody ever really talks about fit, I have ridden lots of Yamahas in last 4 years. And only a few Suzukis . And in line 4 compared to the 3 for open road or freeway riding, the 4 is better in every way and close in gas mileage. Both bikes come with handlebars which depending on the rider is worth millions. If you ride a bike with clip on bars or a cast alloy system, if you don't like the position you are toast. Both bikes allow you to change position a little bit using different bars,bends and risers. The reach of each bike is different and where your feet fall to the footpegs also different. Out of these 2 Yamaha is a little more comfortable on your back and shoulders. Yamaha has tons of aftermarket windshields available, I had issues with all Suzukis including a SV I used for a few months and a previous Bandit 1250 which was great in every way. I like the service interval for both bikes. Just thinking that touring is out on the road more than canyons, Suzuki is pretty good. Don't know the contact points for Yamaha luggage but the Tenere OEM luggage is absolutely garbage and the tiny screws securing the cam locks should be in a horror movie!! Don't know how to say blue Loctite in Japanese!! Both bikes are really good.. don't know from stats but from just looking Yamaha is taller, riding position higher than Suzuki by 8in plus.

The 1000GT not having a center-stand is a real con.

Good objective comparison of these bikes. Thanks for talking about the wind noise and leg/seating position. I wonder where the FJR 1300 (2016 +) or Tiger 900 GT Pro would fit into comparison.

I don't understand people complaining about wind. I've done 9 hours straight on a bike coping full wind. You're on a motorcycle, you are going to cop wind

Ah, a useful test on comparable models. Thx.

Motorcycle to motorcycle, the Tracer wins for me, every day. Yes, the screen & seat SUCKS, but it can be put right easily & for not much money. HOWEVER, Yamaha North America hardly have any in stock & there's no accessories, I've been trying to get a heated comfort seat FOR 3 YEARS! Yamama N America bleat "Supply chain issues" but dealers in the rest of the world don't have any trouble getting OEM accessories. Yamaha did make a major mistake with the color, who on earth thinks making a bike the same color as the road & not giving you the option of something else, is a good idea? It screms "Please run into me because you didn't see me." Suzuki's GSX8R comes in bright yellow & that's what you want, you want to be seen.

I wish the Tracer was better looking.

A really interesting conclusion on what is the better touring bike! This is why reviews are important; you'd never look at these two bikes and think the suzuki was better for long trips. Though I'm sure someone has solved the buffeting issue with the aftermarket?

My 2003 Honda ST came with linked braking system. It's an old system already

100% on CarPlay and Android Auto.

Good video - I totally get that Suzuki now do a tall rounder but I think this is a comparison most people will consider if cross shopping for a touring type bike 👍✌️

Gsx s1000 GX version comes with a center stand and adaptive dampers, it's more comparable with the tracer since it's also a adventure bike

for me the tracer is an ultimate Tourer, i purchased the MRA Vario Screen its a game changer.. The Suzuki is a blatant copy of the Kawasaki z1000sx for me. Yamaha all the way especially with that CP3

i want a gsx1000gt about as much as I want a m109r. I guess ill need to get both. My DR desperately needs some stall mates and that would round my riding quite nicely. 1 for spirited long distance riding.... 1 for bar hopping and local disturbances..... the DR for litterally everything else. The DR will certainly have a stall mate this year, the question is which one.... m109r or gsxgt? I know neither compete with each other excepting in my heart.

Great T-shirt 😁

Surely the new Suzuki Gx is the direct comparison to the tracer,🤷🏻

I appreciate your perspective . Great video !

Nice 👍👍 video 🙏

Love the shirt.

Between these I'd go with the Suzuki. I couldn't put up with the Yamaha looks and the wind noise. But the Kawasaki Z1000SX beats both hands down.

Can we see the Tracer vs the 2024 GSX-S1000GX (GX not the GT)

shoukld have compared the GSX s1000GX not the gt

By virtue of ergonomics alone, isn’t the better apples-to-apples comparison between a GT and a GX?

Yamahas has good design before. Now they have the Agricultual or Contruction machine look..

Wish the Yamaha had more wind protection and a shaft drive and hydro clutch

Problem is fuel mileage, I commute 48 miles each way every day. I need at least 220 miles out of a tank which means I am filling up every other day (live in NorCal, we all commute that, I can't understand why anyone would sit in a car in a parking lot on I5 or I80. It's a joke, but never the less), So Suzuki has an awesome engine, beautiful bike, but fails on giving it a tank that can get me to work without filling up 25% more often. I have a BMW R1200RT and a Tracer and other bikes, those 2 at least make 2 round trips just fine, but I need Suzuki to add another gallon or so and I will drop the Yamaha (it is a really good engine) and enjoy the extra HP and seat comfort (Tracer seat is crap). Suzuki you make awesome bikes (I own a 750) but you have to think about the customer, you say its a commuter, give it more fuel.

Interesting, I thought the GX would be perfect againts T9 GT

Good choice , Suzuki

The suzuki 1000GT is very expensive to insure in the states compared to the Tracer. That was the decisive factor for me.

Brilliant review...thank you!

I love the suzuki

Suzuki Gsxs1000gt > Yamaha Tracer 9! Get more for your money!

Go with the Suzuki, spend part of the difference, first thing get rid of the OEM rubbish tyres and a set of S22/23’s and heated grips. All good. 👍😎

The tracer 9 GT +, has two “faulty” features , or do I should say, not so well thought as they could be: - The wind shield, and - the pirate eye lights (when on running daylight regulated) These are killer buying negatives that I can’t overcome.

Comparing apples and oranges.

Prob just stick with my FJR1300. The perfect ST bike

Heart: S1000GT. Head: Tracer. It's a shame that Suzuki does what it always does. Miss out on critical features. Whether it's a cost cutting tactic or marketing stupidity, it really is a shame that they don't just make fully featured bikes.

The Tracer 9 is crazy expensive. In sweden it cost almost twice the price of a Tracer 7. That does not make sense.

It's really unfortunate the Tracer is so ugly. I went to the dealer a couple weeks back half expecting to buy one, but just couldn't get over the looks. I'm generally willing to trade appearance for performance, but it can't be so hideous I want to throw a tarp over it to avoid seeing it every time enter the garage 🤮

Wish someone could explain to me why radar cruise is a good idea on a bike, 'cuz I can't find any reason....

Both these touring bikes are amazing to drive good video😊

A few more own goals on the Suzuki is......no centre stand or provision to fit one and no way to fit a top box? Supposed to be a sports tourer, my missus like a lot of pillions will not ride without one. So I bought the Yamaha

you are comparing apple to orange as these two bikes have totally different riding position ergonomics. Tracer 9 is a typical road adv touring bike, and its counterpart from suzuki should be S1000GX. This S1000GT, on the other hand, is categorized as sports touring, and if you are looking for similar model from yammie, a FJR1300 has more comparability than tracer.

screens are ok if they are the size of a barn door,otherwise do without

Nice video. They are not exactly in the same category, no ? GSX-S1000GX vs Tracer 9 GT are crossover :)

This is a pointless comparison, why not compare the Tracer with the S1000GX, as that is the direct competitor? Yamaha has nothing in the S1000GT class, only Kawasaki, with the SX.

Nice review. From Philippines

Suzuki has no top case option. None. Makes me question if the Suzuki sub frame could even handle an aftermarket solution. That alone gives the nod to the Yamaha, given they are supposed to be tourers.

Suzuki looks better.

I'm a Yamaha fan, big time, but the Tracers are ugly. I had an FZ6 fifteen years ago, reminds me of that, but not in a good way. I'm sure it's a brilliant bike....

Ahhh I’ll just buy a tmax 🎉

Suzuki have never called it their small block Chevy engine as this could only come from America. Manufacturers, in general, attempt to cut down the R&D budgets by simply utilising an engine in multiple platforms. Nothing new here considering it’s been done for decades and centuries when it isn’t motor specific.

I don't track ride, so all the tech is just useless for me. I have never found a situation where I thought I needed adaptive cruise control. I would take the Suzuki all day over the Yamaha.

Only reason I WILL NOT buy the Suzuki is the center stand. Call it how you wanted, but if it says "tourer" somewhere, it has to have a center stand.

A better apples-to-apples matchup comparison would have been the upright Tracer 9 vs Suzuki's upright GSX-S1000GX.

트레이서의 스크린은 정말 최악이야....근데 디자인은 이쁘지 않음????

This guys been paid off by Suzuki. His bias is through the roof.

lol

SINGLE HEADLIGHT: NO ONE WANTS THIS. What is Suzuki thinking? "Sporty"-look??

Yamaha vs Suzuki! Which one will break first?! 🤣No but in all seriousness how come Yamaha in collab with car companies such as Toyota, Ford, Lexus and Volvo - and then Suzuki with their own cars, both make some of the most reliable and best performing car engines in the entire market but somehow can't make reliable bike engines even if you held a gun to their head?! 😂😂