The all-new 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is an evolution of the bLU cRU’s popular sport-touring platform—dating back to the FJ-09 and the outgoing Tracer 900 GT—boasting significant upgrades that now distinguishes itself as an up-spec option in the category. With premium updates comes an increased cost: The Tracer’s price tag climbs by $1,900, now retailing for $14,899.

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But considering the improvements made to the Tracer, it still holds its place as a relative in-class value. The GT’s increased potential comes in the form of the bigger-displacement and more flexible CP3 engine platform, an IMU-based electronics package derived from Yamaha’s YZF-R1 superbike, semi-active KYB suspension, and a number of additional creature comforts that added a degree of versatility to its already respectable ride.

Hands down, the highlight of the Tracer 9 GT is its all-new 890cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-triple CP3 engine platform, which is identical to that used in the 2021 Yamaha MT-09 streetbike. Initial throttle response and linear acceleration comes with a silky-smooth and natural feel from the Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) ride-by-wire system, ridding the 9 GT of the abrupt and cumbersome lurchy on/off fueling known with the previous-generation models. But just as before, it’s a torque monster. Easy-to-use and flexible power delivery paired with light clutch pull via its slipper/assist clutch makes for quick and easy launches...

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