Yamaha R1 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Yamaha R1 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Overview - Yamaha R1 2022 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Yamaha R1 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Yamaha R1 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Yamaha R1 2022

Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider S FXLRS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	102 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	114.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	200 HP	Engine power	94 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,020 rpm
Torque	Torque	113.3 Nm	Torque	155 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	10.46
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	1,868 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	112 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	102 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	24 mm	Trail	145 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	292 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Launch-Control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,055 mm	Length	2,355 mm
Width	Width	690 mm	Width	850 mm
Height	Height	1,150 mm	Height	1,160 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,405 mm	Wheelbase	1,615 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	855 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	201 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	308 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.9 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2022

The Yamaha YZF-R1 is mature and makes countless racetrack pilots happy. The engine shines with lightness and agility, the seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also because of the heart-warming sound. Especially on the country road, the bike scores with its well-known strengths: great engine, great electronics, great package! A real pleasure to ride!

powerful engine

clean response

great but not intrusive sound

stable chassis

high-quality electronics

wonderfully noble overall impression

Brake not 100 per cent satisfactory on the race track