2019 Tracer 900 GT Test Ride

[Grumpy Goat]

I think I would like a Tracer 9 GT.
The 2021 is 40 pounds less than the RS and at 117 HP the rear wheel HP is probably more than the RS.

You are probably right. And that triple revs higher than the RS and even though the torque is less it is still strong.

I like the look but it would be better if they painted the nose fairing.
Windshield looks taller than I would like.

I have seen a couple of reviews that complain a bit about the windshield, and there are many choices in the aftermarket. In the photos above the windshield is in the uppermost position and it can be lowered about 2 inches. It is not bad looking to me.

As for gravel roads I don't see how the Tracer would be any better than the S1000R.

I think it would be better than the S1000R for a few reasons -
# Wheelbase -
S1000R : Wheelbase: 56.7 in. Rake/Trail: 24 degrees/3.8 in.
Tracer 900GT : Wheelbase: 59.1 in. Rake/Trail: 24 degrees/3.9 in.
# Suspension travel -
S1000R : Front 4.7" / Rear 4.7"
Tracer GT : Front 5.4" / Rear 5.6"
# Tires -
S1000R - Performance Street w/ 190 mm rear tire
Tracer GT : Can put 80:20 tires on it and not make it look like a joke
# Seat height to peg - More on the Tracer GT than the S1000R. Should be able to stand on the Tracer GT.

That said, I just came back from a ride on the S1000R. I would not be giving it away, that is for sure.