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Comparing the Tracer 9 and GSX-S1000GX Reveals an 'Everyday Edge'

SOURCE — レスポンス（RESPONSE.JP）TAGS — #New Model  #Yamaha  #Suzuki  #Tracer9↗ Read the full story

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Comparing the Tracer 9 and GSX-S1000GX Reveals an 'Everyday Edge' — PHOTO — レスポンス（RESPONSE.JP） / © レスポンス（Response.jp）↗ View original

A feature comparing Yamaha's Tracer 9 against Suzuki's GSX-S1000GX has been published. The GSX-S1000GX leads on power with its 998cc four-cylinder making 150ps versus the Tracer 9's 888cc triple at 120ps, but the Tracer 9 counters with better fuel economy, 21.1km/L versus 16.2km/L, and a lower price at 1.98 million yen against 2.112 million yen.

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Writer's View

Sergio Higuchi

RACING CORRESPONDENT

55 / Racing · MotoGP

AI Perspective

Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

If someone judges this purely on 150 versus 120 horsepower, I've got an argument for them. Rideability from corner in to corner out isn't decided by displacement alone. The Tracer 9's lighter weight and better economy are a hidden weapon for eating up long distances.