Bmw S 1000 R vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw S 1000 R vs Yamaha Fz25. Bmw S 1000 R: 210 hp @ 13,750 rpm (2021+ generation) hp, 199 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced), Motoryk rating 8.8/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw S 1000 R
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
210 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
113 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
199 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
210 hp @ 13,750 rpm (2021+ generation)
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
113 Nm @ 11,000 rpm (2021+ generation)
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced)
130 km/h
Weight
199 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw S 1000 R
8.8/10
"One of the best naked bikes money can buy, used or new."
Pros
+Savage, usable power delivery
+Electronics genuinely class-leading
+Comfortable for longer rides
Cons
−Dealer servicing costs hurt
−Swingarm pivot corrosion issue
−Firm suspension on rough roads
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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