Honda Cbr929rr vs Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbr929rr vs Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace. Honda Cbr929rr: 152 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 170 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace: 145 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbr929rr
Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace
Horsepower (hp)
152 hp
145 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
152 hp @ 11,000 rpm
145 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
106 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbr929rr
8.0/10
"A brilliant sportbike that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Exceptional chassis and handling
+Strong reliable engine architecture
+Parts still reasonably available
Cons
−Age brings hidden damage risk
−Cramped ergonomics long distance
−Cooling system needs scrutiny
Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace
7.5/10
"A criminally underrated sportsbike that rewards careful buyers handsomely."
Pros
+Torquey, usable power delivery
+Surprisingly comfortable ergonomics
+Strong parts availability still
Cons
−Carb diaphragms increasingly scarce
−Heavy for its era
−Frame inspection absolutely essential
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