I Ride the Yamaha 900 Tracer GT 2020

[@markrees4982]

Your enthusiasm is overwhelming

[@mmusic9194]

Due to windshield... I have 700 gt version, im 185 and had problems with wind buffeting around helmet so much that I allmost gone insane! BUT, I uplifted with rubber washers front end of windsheald cca 2cm. Just added longer 2 screws and tuck under the washers. This changed the angel of the shield and opened / lifted front of the shield and scoop more air under, and this trick helped like 60%!! Now there is no buffeting at all, just wind sound. Hope it helps!

[@nikosf3n]

After a test ride, i find the tracer suspension very harsh too on stock settings. Is like it's setup for racing rather than touring. It had no sag geting it of the center stand. The seat is very uncomfortable too, very hard and leaning forward. But i've tested the base model, i don't know if the Gt is more comfy. Brakes, and engine are a joy.

[@BHPBikesuk]

The seat is terrible... Its one reason why I am put off by it...

[@kee7678]

Nicely done! I think I'm going to buy this bike as well.

[@foolishcoyote.]

the 2021 version will have both up and down gearing quickshifter. does the quickshifter work smoothly in low speed traffic? also...how's the grip on standard tires.....is it poised all the way thru the turns? it's such a lovely machine....inside and out.

[@foolishcoyote.]

also....does your center stand scrap the ground on sharp curves?

[@BHPBikesuk]

I did not get it scraping but this was a demo bike and crashing them is not advised :-\

[@mmodnao]

Manufacturing tourers or sport tourers without a factory cruise control should be illegal.

[@waynep4256]

Was all going well until the wind noise sounded like a kettle boiling.. sorry had to turn off...😮

[@c130comm]

Thats a really cool bike

[@mwdfinch76]

Did you just say you don't like adjustable suspension? Even just a convenient preload adjuster for pillion weight? You should change your stance on that. Wow. Do you set your sag? No? Really? I can't believe that.

[@BHPBikesuk]

I have set up amy bikes for sag in the past however, one of the things that annoyed me was having to mess about with the rear preload to get the bike handling right. Often my wife would jump on the bike we would whizz off somewhere and then I would find a stretch I want to play on and drop her off... So that would mean getting off a messing about twisting. The last 2 bikes I have owned worked all that out for you and worked a treat. For most people it would be nothing to worry about but for me it was something that annoyed me. If a bike I rode was mainly just me riding and sometimes with luggage that is fine the manual preload would be fine.

[@mwdfinch76]

@@BHPBikesuk So you had electronic suspension? Otherwise, no adjuster means you need a spanner and cut knuckles to do the same adjustment ya? Or it could just be out of mind and you'd be riding with a squat bike, or an overly hard rear end. i'd love an electronic system. That would be sick. One day. Anyways, without electronics, i'd take a remote adjuster over the absence of one any day. Happy riding. I may get the same bike, but where I live taxes are nuts so it's a bigger decision. I'll have to pay 18 000 USD. My current Z1000sx is a 2013 model and has none of the bells and whistles...including a remote preload adjuster;(

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@mwdfinch76 yes my xr and the last explorer all had electronic suspension. My first Kawasaki had c spanner tools to adjust which as you said was a ballache. In these videos I just ramble on point out things and some people dont mind but others do mind. This video is the first review type video I have done in a couple.of years so i am bit rusty

[@mwdfinch76]

@@BHPBikesuk No, i didn't mean to criticise. Just curious. Great vid and I like the relaxed style. Keep it up!

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@mwdfinch76 I dont mind criticism at all. :-) I just try and say how i see things. Sometimes it's hard to get my point across. I loved the bike just not sure it was enough :-)

[@stephenprizeman6669]

Brilliant review

[@BHPBikesuk]

Thank you

[@RogueRiderUk]

Got rid of a bike because turning a knob was too much..... hahahaha

[@CeeRTee]

Pretty underequiped compared to the BMW to be fair and the max load capacity is rubbish for 2 up touring. What happened to your xr?

[@BHPBikesuk]

Ah that is interesting as I have not looked at two up touring capabilities. I have not looked at that to compare. It was more how it felt and and its abilities through the corners. The xr is gone and I cant talk about it till my lawyer has given me the all clear, but one thing is for sure I will never buy a bmw again.

[@CeeRTee]

@@BHPBikesuk My Dealer told me the load capacity is 176kg including fluids accessories and luggage. Ill wait for a video on it in the future then especially as i was thinking about an XR myself soon.

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@CeeRTee yeah sit tight as you will be surprised about the xr and bmw... I am picking up a honda africa twin in an hour to have for 4 weeks :-)

[@RogueRiderUk]

What does the XR come with then..?

[@CeeRTee]

@@RogueRiderUk 225kg load capacity.

[@Mr53T]

I think you really need to polish up your camera technique.

[@BHPBikesuk]

Yeah I am bit rusty. I have a sick 7 month old baby so not always 100% on the ball. I am filming for the africa twin at the moment and hoping that quality is better

[@Mr53T]

@@BHPBikesuk I didn't want to sound "Arsey" just that when the camera is constantly moving, the viewer just doesn't have time to see what you see. It happens in a lot of KZbin videos where the camera is mounted on to a helmet or something and just moves constantly. I look forward to your next video.

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@Mr53T That is fair enough. :D constructive criticism is always good :D

[@wombal177jim]

Why would you want cruise control on less than 30 mph 🤔 it’s in line with the high way code lol 😆

[@BHPBikesuk]

Well, I live near Brighton and there is so many 20mph speed limits which is one of teh hardest speed limits to keep to :D

[@wombal177jim]

BHP Bikes so you can’t control to that ? It’s not for that what you looking for adaptive cruise control lol get a car

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@wombal177jim errr... other bikes I have owned have been fine. It looks like it will set at 30mph and you can then wind it down to a lower speed. I already have quite a collection of cars so I am ok :D

[@wombal177jim]

Sorry all the very best to you chap no harm meant I can be an idiot at times 😂👍👍

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@wombal177jim Haha :D no problems :D I just ramble on in these videos... sometimes it winds people up :D I have the skin of a rhino :D