BMW S 1000 RR 2019 vs. Yamaha R1M 2016

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

Yamaha R1M 2016

Yamaha R1M 2016

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Overview - BMW S 1000 RR 2019 vs Yamaha R1M 2016

The BMW S 1000 RR 2019 and the Yamaha R1M 2016 are both powerful and high-performance supersport motorcycles. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 has a slightly larger bore of 80 mm compared to the Yamaha R1M 2016's 79 mm. The stroke of the BMW is 49.7 mm, while the Yamaha has a stroke of 50.9 mm. The BMW also has a higher engine power of 207 HP compared to the Yamaha's 200 HP. Both bikes have a similar torque, with the BMW at 113 Nm and the Yamaha at 112.4 Nm. The compression ratio is also similar, with the BMW at 13.3 and the Yamaha at 13. The BMW has a displacement of 999 ccm, while the Yamaha has a displacement of 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The chassis of both bikes is made of aluminum, but the BMW has a Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine frame type, while the Yamaha has a Deltabox frame type.

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. The BMW offers advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control. The Yamaha also has launch control and traction control, but it lacks ABS and quickshifter. The BMW has a wider range of advanced rider assistance systems compared to the Yamaha.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The BMW has a rear tire width of 190 mm, while the Yamaha has a wider rear tire width of 200 mm. Both bikes have a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The BMW has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1441 mm compared to the Yamaha's 1405 mm. The seat height of the BMW is 824 mm, while the Yamaha has a higher seat height of 855 mm. The BMW has a kerb weight (with ABS) of 197 kg, while the Yamaha has a slightly higher kerb weight of 200 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the BMW is 16.5 liters, while the Yamaha has a slightly larger fuel tank capacity of 17 liters.

Yamaha R1M 2016

Yamaha R1M 2016

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 offers a very linear power delivery, making it more controllable and faster for most riders. It has a wide rev range and pleasant dosing. The bike also has an excellent shift assistant and a high-quality frame, swingarm, and display. The Yamaha R1M 2016 is praised for its lively handling, high-revving and precisely controllable engine, and excellent electronics package.

However, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 does have some weaknesses. Some riders feel that the machine has lost a certain amount of "thrill" due to its linear power delivery, and it is considered almost "too perfect." The menu navigation on the BMW may also take some time to get used to. On the other hand, the Yamaha R1M 2016's weakness is that it only has a shift assistant for upshifting.

In conclusion, both the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 and the Yamaha R1M 2016 are high-performance supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The BMW offers a more advanced electronics package and a more controllable power delivery, while the Yamaha is praised for its lively handling and high-revving engine. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 RR 2019 compared to Yamaha R1M 2016

BMW S 1000 RR 2019
Yamaha R1M 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore80 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power207 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.3 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,073 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth846 mmWidth690 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,441 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height824 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)197 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)200 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

The new 2019 BMW S 1000 RR is a completely new supersports bike. It has become significantly more compact and, above all, lighter. The machine is incredibly easy to control and, compared to the previous model, almost feels like a 600! The seating position and the entire set-up of the machine have become much sportier, but can be brought to the tarmac in a much more user-friendly way thanks to the significantly improved electronics package, the saved weight and, last but not least, the almost linear power delivery of the power unit - bravo! Unfortunately, there is still one downer: if you want to benefit from the innovations to the maximum, you have to put a maximum number of crosses in the dealer's box. In return, however, you can create your own individual BMW!

Very linear power delivery, which makes it much more controllable and certainly faster for most riders. Wide rev range and pleasant dosing...

The new DDC of the RR works even more precisely and offers you TOP performance

Super electronics package

Excellent shift assistant

More active, i.e. sportier, seating position

High-quality details such as frame, swingarm and display make the heart beat faster

... Unfortunately, the machine has lost a certain amount of "thrill" due to the linear power delivery

the new S 1000 RR is almost "too perfect"

menu navigation takes some time to get used to

Yamaha R1M 2016

Yamaha R1M 2016

Yamaha's high-tech rocket is still a technological leader in 2016. Radical, polarising and fascinating, it sets powerful lap times. It is closer to the race bikes than the other 1000s. In the meantime, no one is grumbling about the front.

Lively handling

high-revving and precisely controllable engine

excellent electronics package

Shift assistant only for upshifting

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 RR vs Yamaha R1M

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 RR 2019 and a Yamaha R1M 2016. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 11. With 63 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a BMW S 1000 RR or a Yamaha R1M. Since model year 2010 1000PS.de editors have written 135 reviews for the BMW S 1000 RR and 26 reviews for the Yamaha R1M since model year 2015. The first review for the BMW S 1000 RR was published on 4/16/2008 and now has more than 4,000 views. This compares to more than 9,700 views for the first review on Yamaha R1M published on 12/3/2014.

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