2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 vs 2026 Honda Africa Twin - Spec Comparison
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2026 Yamaha Tracer 9
The 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 is a middleweight sport-touring motorcycle built for riders seeking nimble handling and everyday practicality. Its 890cc triple-cylinder engine delivers smooth, linear power with strong mid-range torque, while the lightweight 483-pound frame makes it exceptionally agile both on roads and light trails. Best known for balancing sportiness with comfort and versatility, the Tracer 9 excels as an accessible adventure companion for experienced riders.
2026 Honda Africa Twin
The 2026 Honda Africa Twin is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability combined with on-road comfort. Its 1083cc parallel-twin engine delivers 101 horsepower with strong mid-range torque, making it equally adept at highway cruising and challenging terrain. Best known for reliable performance and approachable handling, the Africa Twin suits both experienced adventurers and those new to adventure touring.
2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 vs 2026 Honda Africa Twin: the key differences
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 makes 16.4 hp more (117.4 vs 101 hp).
- The 2026 Honda Africa Twin has 12 Nm more torque (93 vs 105 Nm).
- The 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 is 12 kg lighter (219 vs 231 kg).
- The 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 has a 25 mm lower seat (846 vs 871 mm), which helps shorter riders.
2026 Yamaha Tracer 9: Built as a sport-touring all-rounder that blends everyday commuting, spirited backroad riding, and long-distance travel in one package.
2026 Honda Africa Twin: Built for long-distance adventure riding that mixes highway miles with genuine gravel, dirt, and rugged trail sections.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 if you want more power, lighter weight and a lower seat. Choose the 2026 Honda Africa Twin if you want more torque. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Yamaha Tracer 9 | 2026 Honda Africa Twin |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Color Options | - | Matte Black Metallic |
| Comments | - | Small windscreen. Model Id: CRF1000L. |
| Fuel Tank Material | - | Metal |
| Fork tube size | - | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
| Brake fluid | - | DOT 4 |
| Tire pressure front | - | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Tire pressure rear | - | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Sprockets | - | 16/42 (front/rear) |
| Chain size | - | 525 |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 890.0 ccm (54.31 cubic inches) | 1084.0 ccm (66.15 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 78.0 x 62.1 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches) | 92.0 x 81.5 mm (3.6 x 3.2 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | TCI | Full transistorized ignition |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Wet sump | - |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 133 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | THNXC01.1CSD-011 |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | - | 5.67 L/100km (41.5 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | - | 0.9 CO g/km |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓117.4 HP (87.5 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 101.0 HP (73.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM | ✓105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.5358 HP/kg (wet) | 0.4367 HP/kg (wet) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Diamond, CF aluminum die-cast | Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Showa 45mm cartridge-type inverted telescopic fork with dial-style preload adjuster and DF adjustments |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm | Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster and rebound damping adjustments |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 231 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 132 mm (5.2 inches) | 221 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.4° | 27.5° |
| Trail | 107 mm (4.2 inches) | 114 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Dual clutch. Wet, multi-plate with coil springs, aluminum cam assist and slipper. |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. ABS. | Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. | Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) | 256 mm (10.1 inches) |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70ZR17 | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55ZR17 | 150/70R-18 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1501 mm (59.1 inches) | 1575 mm (62.0 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2174 mm (85.6 inches) | 2330 mm (91.7 inches) |
| Overall Width | 899 mm (35.4 inches) | 960 mm (37.8 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1460 mm (57.5 inches) | 1395 mm (54.9 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓846 mm (33.3 inches) | 871 mm (34.3 inches) |
| Wet Weight | ✓219.1 kg (483.0 pounds) | 231.3 kg (509.9 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓18.90 litres (4.99 US gallons) | 18.80 litres (4.97 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.50 litres (3.70 US quarts) | 4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 3.80 litres (1.00 US gallons) |
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