Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005 vs. Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

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Overview - Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Technical Specifications Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005 compared to Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005
Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power172 HPEngine power118 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2005

Tough guys who want to pass for 1000cc riders at the regulars' table as conquerors of a beast should not go for the CBR. The Fireblade is not too much for a 600cc beginner. You can approach your personal limit amazingly safely. In fact, this is the Fireblade's greatest asset compared to the other 1000s on the market.

Agility

comfort

golden mean

secure handling

good feeling for traction

Peak performance

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2018

It almost seems as if the Yamaha YZF-R6 was born on the race track. It is easy to see that the R6 is the little sister of the YZF-R1. Whether it's the design, the ergonomics, the braking or the electronic aids - the racing genes are everywhere! The R6 is an outstanding piece of engineering in the 600cc class and, depending on your preferences, is probably the best 600cc bike currently available - at least for the racetrack. The Yamaha gives the rider unbelievably high precision and feedback over the front wheel and the chassis, and is super manageable at the same time! The engine is extremely rev-happy, but also wants to be kept happy. It is a pity that the latest version of the R6 has lost some of its power due to Euro 4... Nevertheless, it will be the faster track bike for most of us. And if there is a need, an open exhaust system (without road homologation) and mapping can tickle a few more horsepower out of the super sports bike. Sharp design meets even sharper components - TOP!

TOP chassis - tight and sporty

Extremely powerful brakes from the YZF-R1

Incredibly sharp design!

Modern lighting system - LED says hello!

Mature electronics package on board

Easy to read and clear display interface

Very rev-happy engine - A true "organ orchestra"...

...the engine could do with a bit more "punch" from the middle of the rev range

clear price difference compared to the Kawasaki - but this is justified!

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade vs Yamaha YZF-R6

Price Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade

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Price Yamaha YZF-R6

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