Honda CB 1000 R 2018 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Yamaha MT-09 2018

Yamaha MT-09 2018

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Overview - Honda CB 1000 R 2018 vs Yamaha MT-09 2018

The Honda CB 1000 R 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 2018 are both popular naked bikes with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the Honda CB 1000 R 2018, it boasts a powerful engine with 145 HP and 104 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based and it has a displacement of 998 ccm. The bike is equipped with a backbone steel frame, providing stability and durability. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a single swing arm with a monoshock absorber. The braking system includes double disk brakes with a diameter of 310 mm. The bike also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. In terms of dimensions and weights, the front and rear tires have a width of 120 mm and 190 mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1455 mm and the seat height is 830 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 212 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 16.2 liters.

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

The strengths of the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 lie in its fabulous response in every engine situation, comfortable and sporty feel, precise and smooth transmission, and the ability to achieve precise lines due to its immaculate drive unit and good chassis. The bike also boasts high-quality details. However, it has a few weaknesses, including a display that may not be perfectly readable in direct sunlight and potential knee space problems for tall riders at the tank.

Moving on to the Yamaha MT-09 2018, it features a slightly less powerful engine with 115 HP and 87.5 Nm of torque. The fuel system is also injection-based and it has a displacement of 847 ccm. The bike is equipped with an aluminum frame, specifically a twin tube frame, which provides a balance between strength and weight. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock absorber. The braking system includes double disk brakes with a diameter of 298 mm. The bike also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, quickshifter, and traction control. In terms of dimensions and weights, the front and rear tires have a width of 120 mm and 180 mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1440 mm and the seat height is 815 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 193 kg and the fuel tank capacity is 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2018

Yamaha MT-09 2018

The strengths of the Yamaha MT-09 2018 lie in its harmonious optics and character, smooth wheels, lively handling, and comfortable seating position even for tall riders. The engine of the MT-09 feels incredibly powerful. However, it has a few weaknesses, including the potential for exhaustion when ridden briskly, the bike requiring more riding skills overall compared to other naked bikes in the mid-range, a lack of precision, and a not-so-great feeling for traction on the rear wheel.

In conclusion, both the Honda CB 1000 R 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 2018 have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Honda CB 1000 R 2018 offers a powerful and comfortable riding experience with precise handling, while the Yamaha MT-09 2018 impresses with its powerful engine and comfortable seating position. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CB 1000 R 2018 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018
Yamaha MT-09 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore75 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke56.5 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power145 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque104 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.6 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeBackboneFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth789 mmWidth815 mm
HeightHeight1,095 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)212 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.2 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda CB 1000 R 2018

Honda calls the model series "Neo Sports Cafe", and the CB 1000 R lives up to the fresh name. The style is new, different and not only visually but also haptically very successful. The "sport" is not neglected in the new model either. The engine has a wonderful torque curve and accelerates the machine with fine control and vehemence at the same time. All this comes in the "+" version with good equipment and technical precision made in Japan in the form of a great riding machine in the showrooms. A great motorbike!

Fabulous response in every engine situation

Feels very comfortable both slowly but also sportily

Precise and smooth transmission

Precise lines possible due to immaculate drive unit paired with good chassis

High-quality details.

Display not perfectly readable in direct sunlight

tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank => try it out

Yamaha MT-09 2018

Yamaha MT-09 2018

A coherent motorbike where everything fits together. The motorbike delivers what its looks promise. High-tech, charisma and lots of adrenaline. It is a mixture of supermoto, naked bike and streetfighter and it loves to be handled irrationally. A cool motorbike. Only in comparison with the MT-09 SP does one begin to miss a high-quality chassis.

Optics and character harmonise perfectly

wheels smoothly

lively handling

comfortable seating position even for tall riders

engine feels incredibly powerful

Exhausting when ridden briskly

bike requires more riding skills overall than other naked bikes in the mid-range

feeling for traction on the rear wheel not so great

lack of precision.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB 1000 R vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB 1000 R 2018 and a Yamaha MT-09 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CB 1000 R 2018 is about 18% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2018 there are more Honda CB 1000 R 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 72 days compared to 113 days for the Honda CB 1000 R. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 42 reviews for the Honda CB 1000 R and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Honda CB 1000 R was published on 06/11/2007 and now has more than 10,400 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.

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