2026 · Sport Tourer · A variant of the Tracer 7 GT
Differences between the standard Tracer 7 GT and the Y-AMT
The Self-Shifting Mile-Eater
The Tracer 7 GT sits at the accessible end of the sport-touring class, and that's exactly its point. Yamaha's 689 cc CP2 parallel twin makes 73 hp at 8,750 rpm and 50 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm. It sits in a steel diamond frame with an upside-down fork and 17-inch wheels at both ends. This is the Y-AMT version: Yamaha's automated manual transmission shifts the six speeds on its own, or takes quick, clutch-less changes from a see-saw finger switch. Add YCC-T, traction control, ride modes and ABS, and you get a modern package that stays simple to use. Accessible, by design.
On paper, this hardware is built for long days that mix highway miles with good back roads. It weighs 472 lb (214 kg) wet, and the 33.3 in (845 mm) seat adjusts, so it's a manageable size for a touring bike. The GT equipment covers the travel side: a luggage system, an adjustable windscreen, heated grips, cruise control, a TFT display with smartphone connectivity and a USB charging port. A 4.8 gal (18 L) tank rounds it out. All of that points to a rider who wants to cover real distance without moving a heavyweight around, and who'd rather think about the road than the clutch. Distance made easy.
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
| Power | 73 hp (54 kW) @ 8,750 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 50 lb-ft (68 Nm) @ 6,500 rpm |
| Displacement | 689 cc |
| Engine | Parallel twin |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Fork | Upside-down (USD) |
| Front brake | 298 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-17 |
| Seat height | 33.3 in (845 mm) |
| Wet weight | 472 lb (214 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gal (18 L) |
Equipment check
Chassis
Comfort
Connectivity
Drivetrain
Lighting
Safety
The named systems that set this bike apart — and what each one does for you.
Drivetrain
I've spent years listening to Tracer owners: in the paddock, at club nights, in long chats after a ride and in the emails and messages riders send me directly. For the Tracer 7 GT, the pattern is clear. People love the engine, the chassis and how ready this bike is to travel. The one complaint that keeps returning is outright power.
The CP2 twin is what riders bring up first. They describe strong, linear pull from low revs and a punchy midrange with an almost V-twin feel. They say it's just as happy in commuter traffic as on a twisty road or a long highway day. Long-term owners add their own chapter: trouble-free years, a ride that's close to vibration-free and a reputation for reliability that keeps coming up. Reports on the Y-AMT are still early, but owners say it makes stop-and-go riding effortless, while the finger-operated manual mode still feels direct and sporty. Character is never the issue.
The chassis gets almost as much praise. Riders call the steering light and precise, and many admit they didn't expect a touring-spec bike to corner this well. The GT suspension earns repeated compliments for staying composed and giving clear feedback, and owners name the Michelin Road 6 GT tires as a good match. The radial front brakes come up just as often: strong, easy to modulate and a clear step up from earlier models. On long days the talk turns to comfort. Owners describe taller, wider bars, an upright position with a commanding view of the road, a taller screen against the wind and suspension that soaks up rough pavement. They say full days in the saddle leave them fresh. They also praise the range, and they like that the bike is ready to tour without extra aftermarket spending. Load it and go.
Peak power is the criticism riders raise consistently. Compared with its direct rivals, they say it makes less, and on open roads it can feel less urgent than they'd like. It's the only gripe that sticks.
Where this Yamaha Tracer 7 GT pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.
Power
Torque
Displacement
Wet weight
Seat height
Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the Tracer 7 GT is actually built for.
This is the best fit here: 200 to 400 mi days of curves and scenery are what the GT equipment and the self-shifting Y-AMT are built for. You get full touring kit without a heavyweight underneath you.
Made for Highway 1 / Big Sur · Black Hills · Blue Ridge Parkway
A strong match for long legs between the national parks: the luggage system, heated grips and cruise control are all standard, and the Y-AMT takes the clutch work out of a full day on the road.
Made for Beartooth Highway · Blue Ridge Parkway · Going-to-the-Sun Road
A good match if your week is split between city traffic and weekend ridge roads: the Y-AMT can shift for you in town, and the TFT connects to your phone.
Made for Bay Area Ridge Roads · San Francisco / Bay Area · Skyline Boulevard / Alice's Restaurant
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Previous generation · 2021–2024
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