BMW S 1000 R 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

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Overview - BMW S 1000 R 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 2020

In terms of engine power, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 outperforms the Yamaha MT-09 2020 with 165 HP compared to 115 HP. The BMW also has a higher torque of 114 Nm compared to 87.5 Nm of the Yamaha. Both bikes have an inline engine type, fuel injection system, liquid cooling, and a swing arm suspension.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have an aluminum frame and a twin tube frame type. The BMW S 1000 R 2021 has a slightly larger front brake diameter of 320 mm compared to 298 mm of the Yamaha MT-09 2020. Both bikes have double disk front brakes.

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 offers a more comprehensive range of features. It includes ABS, hill start assist, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 only offers ABS and traction control.

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 has a slightly wider rear tire width of 190 mm compared to 180 mm of the Yamaha MT-09 2020. The BMW also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 16.5 liters compared to 14 liters of the Yamaha. The wheelbase of the BMW is slightly longer at 1450 mm compared to 1440 mm of the Yamaha. The seat height of the BMW is also slightly higher at 830 mm compared to 815 mm of the Yamaha. However, the BMW is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 199 kg compared to 193 kg of the Yamaha.

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 is praised for its powerful engine, good brakes, comfortable ergonomics, and the availability of high-priced but high-performance optional extras. It is also considered a great all-rounder with simple operation but still very fast.

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

The Yamaha MT-09 2020 is praised for its powerful engine with plenty of torque and fine control of traction control.

However, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 has some weaknesses including a quickshifter that is good but not perfect, intrusive sound, and vibrations in the handlebars. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 lacks a blipper function, has high handlebars that give little feedback, rough throttle response, and early-regulating ABS.

Overall, the BMW S 1000 R 2021 offers more power, advanced rider assistance systems, and a larger fuel tank capacity compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2020. However, the Yamaha has its own strengths in terms of engine performance and traction control.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 R 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020

BMW S 1000 R 2021
Yamaha MT-09 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHC, Drag leverValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel120 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel117 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail96.3 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth812 mmWidth815 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)199 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 R 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2021

It's really impressive how BMW always manages to make good motorbikes even better. The sporty S 1000 R with M package and carbon rims looks a bit threatening at first. But even in 2021, the S 1000 R serves up high-tech and performance in a grandiose, usable dosage. The machine rides precisely, handles well but is not tippy. The engine fires out of the corners, but does not overtax. A damn fast motorbike!

Powerful engine

good brakes

comfortable ergonomics

high-priced but high-performance optional extras

simple operation but still very fast

great all-rounder.

Quickshifter good, but not perfect, sound still a bit intrusive

still with vibrations in handlebars

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Riding fast is possible, but exhausting. The high handlebars are counterproductive on the race track and require a lot of physical effort. The MT-09 can't keep up with the Street Triple R, even with WP suspension.

Powerful engine with plenty of torque

Fine control of traction control

No blipper function

High handlebars give little feedback

Rough throttle response

Early-regulating ABS

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 R vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 R 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 R 2021 is about 82% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020 there are more BMW S 1000 R 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 15 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 R with 67 days compared to 110 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2014 1000PS.de editors have written 62 reviews for the BMW S 1000 R and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the BMW S 1000 R was published on 11/3/2013 and now has more than 17,300 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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