BMW S 1000 R 2017 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2017

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - BMW S 1000 R 2017 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

The BMW S 1000 R 2017 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and impressive features. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 is equipped with a 165 HP engine, while the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a slightly less powerful 119 HP engine. The BMW also has a higher torque of 114 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 93 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The shock absorbers on both bikes are monoshocks. The chassis of both bikes is made of aluminum and has a twin-tube frame design.

BMW S 1000 R 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2017

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. However, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 does not have ABS, while the Yamaha MT-09 2021 is equipped with ABS as well as other advanced rider assistance systems such as a quickshifter and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 has a slightly wider front tire width of 120 mm compared to the Yamaha's 120 mm. The BMW also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 17.5 liters, while the Yamaha has a smaller capacity of 14 liters. The seat height of the BMW is 814 mm, while the Yamaha has a slightly higher seat height of 825 mm. The BMW also has a higher kerb weight of 205 kg compared to the Yamaha's 189 kg.

In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 is praised for its best shift assistant in the naked bike league, powerful engine, great handling, and wide range of equipment and accessory options. It also has very powerful brakes and a semi-active suspension system that eliminates the need for manual setup adjustments.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 is praised for its lack of load change reactions, over-complete electronics package, great working quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and overall riding pleasure.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 is criticized for its original equipment tires not being of the highest quality and its somewhat inactive seating position on the racetrack. The Yamaha MT-09 2021 is criticized for its polarizing look, small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and the fact that cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

Overall, both the BMW S 1000 R 2017 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are impressive naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The BMW offers a more powerful engine and a wider range of equipment options, while the Yamaha provides a more comprehensive electronics package and a comfortable riding position. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on personal preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 R 2017 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

BMW S 1000 R 2017
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore80 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke49.7 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque114 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsDynamic suspensionAdvanced 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
LengthLength2,057 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth845 mmWidth795 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,439 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height814 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW S 1000 R 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2017

BMW's universal talent also got better in 2017. The BMW offers the widest range of use and an exceptionally cultivated engine, a perfect gearbox and the best shift assistant in the field. It drives simply but quickly. You sit rather low in the vehicle.

Best shift assistant in the nakedbike league

Universal motorbike without any real weaknesses

Powerful engine, awesome sound, great handling

On the racetrack a slightly too inactive riding position

Very wide range of equipment and accessory options

Very powerful brakes

Semi-active suspension makes setup fiddling superfluous

Original equipment tyres not the finest premium goods

Inactive seating position on racetrack

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.

No more load change reactions

even more pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure.

Polarising look

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

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 2017 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 R 2017 is about 37% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are more BMW S 1000 R 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 R with 97 days compared to 112 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 03/11/2013 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 10/06/2013.

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