Yamaha R1M 2018 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Yamaha R1M 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Overview - Yamaha R1M 2018 vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Yamaha R1M 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

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Technical Specifications Yamaha R1M 2018 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Yamaha R1M 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Yamaha R1M 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	55.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	200 HP	Engine power	202 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	13,200 rpm
Torque	Torque	112.4 Nm	Torque	118 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	13.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Showa

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Showa

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Twin Tube, Twin-Spar

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Launch-Control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,055 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	690 mm	Width	710 mm
Height	Height	1,150 mm	Height	1,150 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,405 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	855 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	200 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	203 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1M 2018

Riding the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R1M, you're amazed that there's such a wide range of sports bikes out there. This one is perfect! Who needs an alternative? After 3 years and numerous improvements, the R1M has reached that level of maturity that makes it a truly great choice. The spotlight is on another supersport bike in 2018. But the R1M is more mature.

High-quality hardware components for the chassis

easy-to-use electronic high-tech suspension of the latest generation from Öhlins, finished racing machine but still road-legal

Very limited number of units available

front brake discs not fully floating - makes problems with sharp pads in racing

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 R 2018

Suzuki has done a great job with the GSX-R 1000 R 2017. A powerful motorbike with a fabulously smooth torque curve. Actually unbelievable at 202 hp! The chassis is of high quality and the electronics package has no tinsel but delivers top performance.

High-revving engine

no dents in torque curve

Super stable on corner exit and radius

Great quickshifter

High-quality chassis

Terrific on fast tracks.

Engine brake not adjustable

Wheelycontrol linked to traction control