The Yamaha Tracer 700 is a middleweight sport touring motorcycle offered by Yamaha. It has been updated with new colours and some minor mechanical changes. It features a twin-cylinder engine like the Yamaha R7 that is smooth and tractable. The Tracer 700 is comfortable and it is one of the best touring motorcycles in its class.
Yamaha Tracer 700 Price in India, Specidications, Mileage, Top Speed
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| Model Name | Yamaha Tracer 700 |
| Price | Rs 7,20,000 |
| Displacement | 689 cc |
| Power | 72.4 HP |
| Mileage | 22 km/l |
| Colours | 1. Tech Black 2. Nimbus Grey |
Key Features
- Twin-Cylinder Torque Rich Engine
- Adjustable Front & Rear Suspension
- Crossplane Technology
- Semi-Faired Body
- Twin LED Projector Headlamps
- Position Lamps with Flashers
- Contoured Dual Seats
- Multi-Function LCD Instrument Console
- Aerodynamic Windscreen
- Lightweight Chassis
- Dual-Channel ABS
Pros & Cons
PROS
- Twin-Cylinder Engine
- Torque Rich Engine
- Good Performance
- Adjustable Suspensions
- Comfortable Riding Ergonomics
- Powerful LED Headlamps
CONS
- Limited Availability
- No Traction Control
- High Seat Height
Yamaha Tracer 700 Specifications
Engine & Transmission
| Engine | 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke, DOHC, 4-Valves |
| Displacement | 689cc |
| No. Of Cylinders | 2 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 80.0 mm x 68.6 mm |
| Fuel Supply | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooling |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiplate |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Emission Compliance | EU5 |
Performance, Mileage & Top Speed
| Maximum Power | 72.4 HP @ 8,750 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
| Mileage | 22 km/l |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 kmph | 6 s |
Chassis & Suspension
| Chassis | Diamond Frame |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Link Type Swingarm |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 142 mm |
Brakes & Tyres
| Front Brakes | 2 x 282 mm Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brakes | 245 mm Hydraulic Disc |
| ABS / CBS | ABS |
| Wheels | 17-Inch Alloy |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 R17 M/C 58W |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55 R17 M/C 73W |
Dimensions
| Kerb Weight | 196 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.0 Litres |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 3.0 Litres |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm |
| Seat Height | 840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,460 mm |
| Overall Length | 2,140 mm |
| Overall Width | 806 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,290 mm |
| Rake | 24.8º |
| Trail | 90 mm |
Battery & Lighting
| Battery Type | 12V MF |
| Headlamps | Twin LED Projector |
| Taillights | LED |
| Turn Indicators | LED |
| Pass Light | Yes |
| AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | Yes |
Instrument Cluster Features
| Display Type | LCD Console |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Tripmeter | Yes, 2 |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes |
| Engine Temperature | Yes |
| Gear Position Indicator | Yes |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes |
| Service Light | Yes |
| ABS Warning Light | Yes |
| Clock | Yes |
Comfort & Convenience Features
| Type Of Seat | Dual Contoured Seats |
| Pillion Seat | Yes |
| Pillion Grabrails | Yes |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes |
| Underseat Storage | No |
| Engine Kill Switch | Yes |
| Electric Starter | Yes |
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Yamaha Tracer 700 Overview
The Tracer 700 is powered by a 689cc twin-cylinder, fuel-injected engine. It churns out 72.4 HP of maximum power at 8,750 RPM and 68 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 RPM. Its engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and it is tuned to deliver crisper linear torque. Yamaha claims a mileage output of nearly 22 km/l and it has a top speed of 220 km/h.
It gets dual 282 mm hydraulic disc brakes at the front wheel and a single 220 mm hydraulic disc brake at the rear wheel. The Yamaha Tracer 700 comes with telescopic front forks and a link-type rear mono-shock. Both the front and rear suspensions are adjustable. It is based on a diamond type frame like its supersport sibling Yamaha R6 and it is one of the lightest sports touring bikes in this segment.
Yamaha Tracer 700 Price in India & Launch Date
As of now the Tracer 700 is available to limited countries only. Yamaha may bring this sports touring machine to India soon as the popularity of middleweight bikes in India is increasing rapidly. The Yamaha Tracer 700 price in India is expected to be around Rs 7.2 Lakhs INR (Ex-Showroom Price). If launched it will be one of the best bikes under 10 lakhs rupees in India.
Competitors
- Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT
- Kawasaki Versys 650
- Honda NC750X
The major competitors of the Yamaha Tracer 700 in the middleweight segment are Versys 650, Honda NC750X, and the adventure touring bike Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT. Out of all these bikes, only the V-Strom and the Versys 650 are available in the Indian market. All of these bikes are powered by a twin-cylinder motor and their power as well as torque output are more or less in the same range.
Verdict On Yamaha Tracer 700
The Tracer 700 is one of the most capable middleweight bikes for touring. It comes with a powerful engine that is torque-rich. It offers linear power delivery and that makes it a joy to ride. You don’t get any riding aids or electronics to intercept and a lot of experienced riders like it.
You get a refined motor that offers good performance. It comes with an adjustable suspension at both ends. The hydraulic disc brakes are efficient and you also get a conventional dual-channel ABS. Yamaha Tracer 700 offers a great package and it is one of the best sports touring bikes in its class.
FAQ’s
Its kerb weight is nearly 196 kg.
Its seat height is 840 mm.
