Yamaha Fzr 1000 vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fzr 1000 vs Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade. Yamaha Fzr 1000: 145 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 265 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade: 122 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 185 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Fzr 1000
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
Horsepower (hp)
145 hp
122 hp
Torque (Nm)
106 Nm
92 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
265 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
185 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
145 hp @ 10,000 rpm
122 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
106 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
92 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
265 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fzr 1000
8.0/10
"A brutal, brilliant superbike that rewards experienced riders who maintain it properly."
Pros
+Genesis engine genuinely special
+Chassis planted at speed
+Strong collector appreciation potential
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner problematic
−Fairings scarce and costly
−Ergonomics punishing long-distance
Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
8.5/10
"A genuine legend that still rewards experienced riders enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability record
+Legendary handling still impressive
+Strong parts availability overall
Cons
−Fairing panels costly and scarce
−Hard seat on long rides
−Carb versions need attention
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