Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 vs. Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

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Overview - Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 vs Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Technical Specifications Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014 compared to Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014
Yamaha R1 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power50 HPEngine power172 HP
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement903 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,645 mmWheelbase1,395 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height680 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

The new R1 is a motorbike full of high-tech and innovation. The performance offered on the race track is impressive. Because the technical gadgets translate into riding fun and lap times. Nevertheless, the bike demands an active rider to avoid becoming exhausting.

No-worry riveting

strong braking system

powerful engine

traction miracle

anti-hopping clutch

steering damper

precise.

Very sub-optimal seating position - uncomfortable posture

strong body effort required during turns

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki VN 900 Classic vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki VN 900 Classic

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Price Yamaha R1

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