Category Name
Motorcycles
Color
Matte Dark Metallic Gray
Engine
Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 12-valves (4 valves/cyl.), inline three-cylinder
Ground Clearance
135 mm (5.3'')
Wheelbase
1,440 mm (56.7'')
Fuel Capacity
18 litres (4 imp. gallons)
Final Drive
''O''-ring chain
Bore And Stroke
78 x 59.1 mm
Ignition / Starting
TCI / Electric
Height
1,345 to 1,430 mm (54.1 to 56.3'')
Description
Conquer Road
With the new 2018 Tracer 900, Yamaha has taken its popular FJ-09 sport touring platform and upped the ante with even greater comfort, performance and value. New styling, improved touring features and a new swingarm are among the highlights of the 2018 Tracer 900. With sport-minded performance and relaxed ergonomics, the Tracer 900 can tackle the twisties, the open road or the daily commute with poise.
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 Power
The 2018 Tracer 900 utilizes a torquey and powerful 847 cc "CP3" (Crossplane Concept) engine that offers usable low-end torque and enough power to satisfy the most experienced sport rider. A Tracer-specific Yamaha D-Mode system allows the rider to adjust power delivery based on conditions and preferences.
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 Versatility
The Tracer 900 takes the FJ-09's versatile nature to the next level. The relaxed, upright riding position is enhanced by a new seat shape and design, revised handlebar setup, new passenger footpegs and a larger windscreen. A longer swingarm improves cornering and drive characteristics, while styling has been freshened up with revised bodywork and a new rear fender. Standard ABS, traction control, D-Modes and an 18-litre tank further position the 2018 Tracer 900 as an incredibly versatile sport touring machine offering tremendous value at an attractive price.
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Key Improvements for 2018
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- New bodywork including revised front cowling area
- New, larger windscreen
- Longer swingarm
- Revised rider and passenger seats
- Narrower handlebars and lighter, narrower hand guards
- New, dynamically-styled passenger grips
- Integrated sidecase mounts
- New rear fender
- New passenger footpegs and brackets
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Key Highlights |
- Sporty 847 cc, DOHC, 4-valve, inline three-cylinder "CP3" Crossplane Concept engine with lots of torque and character
- Yamaha's Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T) with three-position "D-Mode" (riding mode) system
- Traction Control (two modes and off)
- Upright riding position
- CF die-cast aluminum frame and revised aluminum swingarm
- Standard ABS braking system
- Adjustable, tapered aluminum handlebar
- Stylish bodywork with higher quality fit and finish
- Separate rider and passenger seats
- 18-litre fuel tank
- Multi-function meter assembly with 12-volt DC outlet
- Convenient centre stand
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ENGINE
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Slim, compact, 847cc, DOHC, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, 42.5 degree inclined, inline-three cylinder engine. The engine has been tuned to provide plenty of low & mid-range torque with strong yet linear throttle response.
- engine meets or exceeds strict EU-4 regulations
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4-valve, downdraft style combustion chamber
- excellent torque output... especially in the low to mid rpm range
- 4-valve design maximizes flow into & out of combustion chamber
- 31 mm intake & 25 mm exhaust valves
- valve angle is 26.5 degrees to keep combustion chamber compact
- stainless steel valves feature an Isonite surface treatment & carburized tips for excellent durability & wear resistance
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Valve adjustment intervals are every 42,000 kms.
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120 degree crankshaft with "even" 240 degree firing order.
- design reduces inertia torque while emphasizing linear torque in response to the rider's throttle action
- design has been optimized to achieve strong torque over a broad rpm range
- fast, linear throttle response
- engine design allows a whole new level of "rider - machine communication"
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Lightweight "coupling force balancer" is used to reduce engine vibration for excellent rider comfort.
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"Fracture split" connecting rods feature a "nut less" design.
- lower end "cap" of the rod is made from the same piece of material as the upper portion; the 2 pieces are "split" apart using a special fracturing process & then machined
- design aids in establishing true big end roundness & greater precision in con rod dimensions for excellent durability despite the high horsepower loads
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Lightweight, forged, aluminum short skirt pistons.
- design aids in fast engine response
- reduces mechanical vibration
- excellent durability
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Direct ceramic composite plated cylinder uses "liner less" bores
- ceramic coating sprayed directly on the aluminum block, eliminating the liner & reducing weight
- excellent heat dissipation for consistent power delivery
- coating enhances the thin film of oil between the cylinder & piston, reducing friction & increasing power
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Offset cylinder design
- cylinder is "offset" relative to the crank (toward exhaust side)
- reduces frictional losses between the pistons & cylinder wall during the power stroke for improved power output
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One-piece cylinder and upper crankcase assembly
- superior engine & chassis rigidity (engine is a stressed member)
- reduces weight
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Lightweight hollow camshafts.
- cam profiles are designed for excellent torque in the low & mid rpm range
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Crankcases feature a "Tri-Axis" layout for the crank, main & drive axles.
- creates a more compact & shorter engine front to back
- shorter engine allows for optimum engine placement in the "sweet spot" of frame for desired weight distribution & great handling
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"Closed loop" 41 mm Mikuni throttle body fuel injection system.
- system uses throttle position sensor (TPS) & acceleration position sensor (APS)
- injectors feature 12 holes & 20 degree spray pattern
- injectors spray fuel directly at the intake valve
- "closed loop system" uses an oxygen sensor to "sniff" spent exhaust & automatically adjust the fuel / air ratio for reduced emissions
- fuel injection benefits include choke-free starting, steady idling during warm up, excellent fuel economy & reduced emissions
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Yamaha Chip Control Throttle (YCC-T)
- YCC-T electronically controls throttle valves for outstanding throttle response & controllability
- YCC-T system provides precise control of intake air volume for a smoother torque curve
- ECU that controls YCC-T is capable of responding to changes at a speed of 1000th of a second
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Yamaha D-Mode variable throttle control... 3 modes available
- enables the rider to adjust the performance characteristics of the engine based on riding preferences or riding conditions
- standard mode emphasizes very linear throttle & torque feel of the engine
- A Mode allows the rider to enjoy even sportier engine performance in the low to mid rpms
- B Mode reduces throttle response for riding situations that require softer power characteristics, such as slippery or wet conditions
- D-Mode button is conveniently located on the RHS handle bar switch gear
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Traction control system with 2 modes plus off.
- mode 1 provides mid-level intervention (allows some wheel spin)
- mode 2 provides maximum intervention (no wheel spin)
- works in conjunction with the YCC-T system (utilizing same wheel sensors as ABS system)
- system senses when the rear wheel begins to spin & modifies the YCC-T function, ignition timing & fuel injection volume to reduce power & eliminate wheel spin
- status indicator / warning light in meter assembly
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Electronic Control Unit (ECU) utilizes a powerful 32-bit processor for fast control of the injection, engine management & ignition processes.
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Air box features dual resonator chambers & unequal internal intake funnel lengths for all 3 cylinders.
- benefit is a wide torque curve & exciting intake sound that accentuates the exhaust note
- viscous paper type air filter is used
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Compact 6-speed transmission.
- gear ratios are optimized to accentuate the torque & throttle response of the engine
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Compact, slipper (back limiter) clutch with assist.
- slipper clutch reduces the negative effects of engine braking on handling & suspension
- reduces rear wheel hop/ chatter when decelerating for improved riding performance & smoother corner entries
- assist function reduces clutch lever effort by up to 20%
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Stylish, compact, low mounted, 3 into 1 exhaust system
- stainless steel header pipes with special "Nano-film" coating
- muffler is a triple expansion type with a 3-way honeycomb catalyzer to reduce emissions
- low mounted design centralizes mass for excellent handling & light weight feeling
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Flat design radiator for maximum cooling efficiency.
- protector plate on lower edge of rad prevents small stones from hitting the rad & cooling fan
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Liquid-cooled oil cooler maintains stable lubricant temperatures for extended engine life.
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Convenient spin-on type oil filter & easy access drain plug for fast oil changes.
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Convenient oil level sight glass.
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Maintenance-free transistor controlled ignition (TCI).
- produces a strong spark for fast starts
- provides precise ignition timing / mapping for optimum engine performance at all rpms
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Air Injection System (AIS... not ram air) injects fresh air into exhaust ports to fully burn any unburnt fuel, further reducing exhaust emissions.
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CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
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CF (Controlled Filling) die cast, twin spar, diamond-type, aluminum frame.
- provides an optimized rigidity balance for incredible sports performance & excellent stability
- engine is a stressed member of the chassis, allowing a lighter, more compact main frame
- light, agile handling qualities
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The riding position is one of the most important features of the Tracer 900 chassis.
- upright seating position offers a balance between sports handling & excellent rider comfort
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Key chassis geometry figures include:
- 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase, 25 degrees of rake and 103 mm of trail
- front to rear weight distribution is 51 / 49%
- lean angle is 51 degrees, highlighting the sporty nature of the Tracer 900
- chassis dimensions & shape are designed to enhance the qualities of the 3 cylinder engine, to centralize mass & lower the centre of gravity
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Detachable, round tube steel rear sub frame.
- designed to withstand the extra load & forces applied during casual touring
- sub frame provides mounting points for Genuine Yamaha accessory hard saddlebags
- allows easier access to rear suspension components
- reduces costs in the event of damage
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New externally mounted, C.F. (Controlled Filling) die cast aluminum, truss-type rear swingarm.
- new swingarm is 60 mm longer to deliver improved cornering and traction (drive) characteristics
- external design means the swing arm mounts on the outside of the frame spars... not the inside
- external design keeps unit narrower in the seat - fuel tank junction which influences seat height & makes it easier to touch the ground
- lightweight design reduces unsprung weight for superior suspension performance
- excellent rear wheel traction & control
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Adjustable, 41mm inverted cartridge style fork offers 137mm (5.4") of wheel travel.
- adjustments include; 6 steps of spring preload (15mm range) & 11-way rebound damping
- inverted design benefits include, reduced "unsprung" weight & reduced fork flex since the larger diameter tubes are gripped in the triple clamps
- adjustable design allows the rider to tailor suspension settings to match rider weight, road conditions & load to maximize handling & suspension performance
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Lightweight, aluminum upper & lower triple clamps.
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Adjustable link Monocross rear suspension with 130 mm (5.1") of wheel travel.
- rear shock adjustments include: 7-steps of spring preload & 3 turns of rebound damping
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ABS equipped, dual 298mm floating front discs squeezed by radial mount, Advic, mono-block, 4-piston calipers.
- radial mount design helps to reduce caliper distortion for improved braking performance
- master cylinder uses a 16 mm piston
- excellent stopping power & control with good lever feedback
- ABS helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking or slippery conditions
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ABS equipped, 245mm rear disc is squeezed by a lightweight single piston, slide-type Nissin caliper.
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ABS or Anti-Lock Braking System.
- features a linear controlled 3- position system that helps to prevent wheel lock up
- controlling ECU & hydraulic unit are combined into a single compact unit
- when ABS system senses impending wheel lock-up (via active type wheel sensors) it regulates hydraulic pressure to the point just before the wheel(s) lock-up
- ABS benefits include; excellent control under hard braking or when braking on wet, slippery or loose surfaces
- design reduces weight & centralizes mass
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Lightweight, cast-aluminum 10-spoke wheels.
- lightweight design reduces unsprung weight for excellent suspension & handling characteristics
- front rim size is MT3.50-17
- rear rim size is MT5.50-17
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New,adjustable, tapered aluminum handlebar.
- handlebar can be adjusted 10 mm by turning the eccentric handlebar holders
- lightweight design with excellent strength
- narrower design for 2018 offers a comfortable, upright riding position for all-day riding comfort
- handlebar holders feature special threads for accessory installations (GPS etc.)
- traditional "handlebar" design allows easy replacement to a different "bend" if desired
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Stylish, hand covers / brush guards.
- handlebar guards now more compact while retaining toughness and rigidity
- offer good wind protection
- also offers some unit protection in the event the bike tips over
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18-litre steel fuel tank.
- slim design with great knee grip
- steel allows use of magnetic-style tank bags
- reserve portion of the tank is 2.6 litres (low fuel light illuminates)
- internal electric fuel pump
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New separate rider and passenger seats.
- redesigned to offer even better long-distance riding comfort
- new design offers a higher-quality look
- rider seat offers two height positions — 845 mm (33.3 in) in low, (33.9 in) in high
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Improved, grab rails offer improved comfort and robustness for extra peace of mind.
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Passenger grab rails for extra peace of mind.
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Dual-display, multi-function meter/instrumentation.
- left side features digital tach, speedo, fuel gauge, clock & status indicators for traction control, D-modes & Eco System
- right side utilizes a DOT Matrix LCD display, includes odometer, dual trip meters, outside air temp, coolant temp, instant & average fuel consumption, estimated travel range (based on remaining fuel), time trip, low fuel trip meter (counts kilometers since low fuel light illuminated), gear position indicator & grip heater status (grip heaters are optional genuine Yamaha accessory)
- all functions are controlled by buttons on the L.H.S. switch gear
- full range of warning & indicator lights
- background illumination is adjustable
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Handy 12 volt DC outlet (max output = 24W & 2A) located beside meter assembly.
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Revised front fairing offers a more high-quality appearance with good wind protection.
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No tools required, adjustable windshield features 37 mm (1.5") of adjustment.
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Eye catching LED headlights & LED position lights.
- offer excellent illumination & visibility
- easy access headlight adjusters for changing load conditions
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Centre stand (note: centre stand will not retro fit to the FZ-09).
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Brilliant LED rear tail light with unique running / brake light display.
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DETAILS
- Unit is pre-wired for Genuine Yamaha accessory hot grips
- Lightweight forged aluminum footrests, shifter & rear brake pedal
- Numerous bungee cord hook points
- Excessive lean angle engine cut-out switch (if unit is on its side the engine will shut down)
- Lockable steering
- Durable "O"-ring drive chain
- Low-maintenance sealed battery (battery should be charged during winter storage)
- Yamaha diagnostic tool connector
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