Smart lights Yamaha Tracer 9 GT: a technological advance for a serene ride
Yamaha has reached a new milestone in safety and technology for motorcycles with the integration of matrix smart headlights in its Tracer 9 GT and GT+ 2025 models. These adaptive headlights are designed to offer better visibility without dazzling other road users, a true benefit for motorcyclists seeking comfort and safety. It is a significant technological advancement reminiscent of similar innovation in cars, but adapted to the world of motorcycles. Let’s take a closer look at how these headlights work and what they specifically bring to your riding experience.
What are matrix headlights?
The matrix headlights are an adaptive lighting system that allows modulation of the power and direction of the light beams based on various factors: traffic, weather, and even natural light sources. In the Tracer 9 GT and GT+ 2025, Yamaha has successfully integrated this technology, previously reserved for automobiles, so that every motorcyclist benefits from optimal visibility without dazzling other drivers.
The principle is simple: a camera installed at the front of the motorcycle captures the environment. It analyzes the situation in real-time, such as vehicles approaching from the opposite direction or traffic lights, and adjusts the intensity and angle of the headlights accordingly. Specifically, if you are riding on a road with curves or in heavy rain, the system adapts the light beam to illuminate where necessary and reduces the intensity towards other road users.
Tailored lighting for every situation
The great novelty of these matrix headlights is that they are completely adaptive thanks to a system managed by a 6-axis inertial unit. This technology allows the adjustment of the direction and intensity of the headlights based on the lean angle of the motorcycle, which is especially useful in curves.
And that’s not all: the Tracer 9 of 2025 not only reacts to vehicles approaching from the front, it can also adapt its headlights according to the weather. For example, in the case of fog or rain, the intensity of the beam will be reduced to avoid dazzling while providing maximum visibility. And if you prefer a more traditional lighting, you can always switch to manual mode with a simple switch on the handlebars.
Tracer 9 GT and GT+: premium technology
The matrix headlights are exclusive to the Tracer 9 GT and GT+ 2025 models. For the “basic” version of the Tracer 9, you can still rely on the cornering headlights, which turn on as soon as you reach a lean angle of 7° with your motorcycle. These cornering headlights illuminate the side to better see what is happening in the curves. However, if you want to benefit from the matrix headlights option, you will need to opt for the GT or GT+ versions. These high-end models are not just a simple evolution in terms of lighting. The Tracer 9 GT and GT+ also stand out for their premium equipment, such as electronic suspension, a 6-axis inertial unit, and a set of technologies that make your riding safer and more enjoyable.
