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Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello and Yamaha Tracer 9 GT are among the most cross-shopped touring bikes of 2026. The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT undercuts the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello by about $1,991, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT leads on power with 119 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello
8.3

Moto Guzzi

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT
Our pick
8.5

Yamaha

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

The verdict

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is our pick of this group on the numbers, scoring 8.5/10.

Best for new riders

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

119 hp.

Most exciting

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

119 hp and 0.54 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

Our 8.5/10 at $13,499, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

220 kg with an 810 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Highest rated

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT

Our top score in this matchup at 8.5/10.

Price & rating
Price$15,490$13,499
KickTheStand score8.3 / 108.5 / 10
Performance
Engine1042cc twin890cc triple
Power115 hp119 hp
Torque105 Nm93 Nm
Power-to-weight0.49 hp/kg0.54 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension41mm USD fork41mm KYB semi-active USD fork
Rear suspensionMonoshock, preload/rebound adjustableKYB semi-active monoshock
Front brakesDual 320mm discs, BremboDual 298mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 280mm discSingle 245mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight233 kg220 kg
Seat height815 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity17 L18 L
Suitability
ClassTouringTouring
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best fortouring, commutingtouring, commuting, sport

Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.

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Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello or the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT makes the most power at 119 hp and 93 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello or the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $13,499.

Which is lighter, the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello or the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is the lightest at 220 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello or the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?

For a new rider we'd point to the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT: 119 hp and 220 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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