Yamaha R1 2005 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

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Overview - Yamaha R1 2005 vs Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2005 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Yamaha R1 2005
Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Engine and Drive Train

TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,395 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height810 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

Suzuki GSX-R 600 2008

In the current Supersport field, the 600 is "the least evil" on the road at the moment. After all, it's not really a pleasure to go round in circles on the road with a 600. But if you like screaming rides with a lively 600, the 600 GSX-R from Suzuki is the best choice at the moment.

Torque and power curve

Most enjoyable 600 in road use

Well equipped

Low acclimatisation period.

Responds to tuning to a limited extent

relatively high weight

lower peak power.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Suzuki GSX-R 600

Price Yamaha R1

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Price Suzuki GSX-R 600

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