Yamaha R1 2006 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Yamaha R1 2006

Yamaha R1 2006

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Loading...

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2006 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Yamaha R1 2006
Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power172 HPEngine power92 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,395 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height810 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
Top SpeedTop Speed295 km/hTop Speed260 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2006

Yamaha R1 2006

The new R1 is a motorbike full of high-tech and innovation. The performance offered on the race track is impressive. Because the technical gadgets translate into riding fun and lap times. Nevertheless, the bike demands an active rider to avoid becoming exhausting.

No-worry riveting

strong braking system

powerful engine

traction miracle

anti-hopping clutch

steering damper

precise.

Very sub-optimal seating position - uncomfortable posture

strong body effort required during turns

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2009

The new bike is definitely not just a model update, but a noticeably better overall concept, even for hobby riders, which is more enjoyable than any previous 600.

Relatively low overall weight

easy handling

good-sounding power unit

precise braking system

quiet, stable chassis.

Somewhat suboptimal in the high rev range

inappropriate design.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Suzuki GSX-R 600

Price Yamaha R1

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Suzuki GSX-R 600

Model year
Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons

1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH