2018
Yamaha MT-09 Tracer - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 761328 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | MT-09 Tracer |
| Year | 2018 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Diamond, Die-Cast aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 137 mm (5.4 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm, (Link type suspension) |
| Reartyre | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Wheels | 10-spoke alloy wheels |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 78.0 x 59.1 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 847.00 ccm (51.68 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | In-line three, four-stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 5.08 litres/100 km (19.7 km/l or 46.30 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 117.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 115.00 HP (83.9 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 87.50 Nm (8.9 kgf-m or 64.5 ft.lbs) @ 8900 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Grey, blue, matte grey |
|---|---|
| Comments | Switchable Traction Control System. Tracer-specific D-MODE selectable running modes. Windscreen. |
| Instruments | Multifunction dot matrix instrument panel |
| Light | Twin LED headlights |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 3.40 litres (0.22 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,375 mm (54.1 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,160 mm (85.0 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 950 mm (37.4 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.6053 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.
