Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which has more power?

Yamaha Yzf-r1 produces 200 hp @ 13,500 rpm (2015+ generation; earlier models range from 150–182 hp); Suzuki Gsx-r1000 produces 202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp). Suzuki Gsx-r1000 wins by 2 hp.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which is faster?

Top speed: Yamaha Yzf-r1 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 280–299 km/h depending on generation), Suzuki Gsx-r1000 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted).

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which is lighter?

Weight: Yamaha Yzf-r1 199 kg (wet/curb weight, 2015+ R1; note: R1M is 199 kg, earlier generations vary from 177–202 kg), Suzuki Gsx-r1000 203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model). Yamaha Yzf-r1 is lighter by 4 kg.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Yamaha Yzf-r1 6.5–8.5 L/100km (real-world average, varies significantly with riding style), Suzuki Gsx-r1000 7.0–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average; ~12–14 km/L). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Yamaha Yzf-r1 8.5/10 and Suzuki Gsx-r1000 8.5/10. Yamaha Yzf-r1 caveat: First sportbike buyers lacking advanced throttle control. Suzuki Gsx-r1000 caveat: New to sportsbikes or prioritising everyday comfort.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Yamaha Yzf-r1 200 hp, Suzuki Gsx-r1000 202 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Yamaha Yzf-r1: 199 kg, 200 hp. Suzuki Gsx-r1000: 203 kg, 202 hp.

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Yamaha Yzf-r1 vs Suzuki Gsx-r1000. Yamaha Yzf-r1: 200 hp @ 13,500 rpm (2015+ generation; earlier models range from 150–182 hp) hp, 199 kg (wet/curb weight, 2015+ R1; note: R1M is 199 kg, earlier generations vary from 177–202 kg) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated 280–299 km/h depending on generation), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-r1000: 202 hp @ 13,200 rpm (2017+ model; earlier generations ~185–192 hp) hp, 203 kg (curb/wet weight, 2017+ model) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; estimated ~305+ km/h unlimted), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.