Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 vs. Yamaha R1 2009
Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015
Yamaha R1 2009
Overview - Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 vs Yamaha R1 2009
The Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade model year 2015 and the Yamaha R1 model year 2009 are both supersport motorcycles that offer impressive performance and features.
Starting with the technical specifications, both bikes have an inline engine configuration with four cylinders and DOHC valves. The Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade has a slightly smaller bore of 76 mm compared to the Yamaha R1's 78 mm, but the Fireblade has a longer stroke of 55.1 mm compared to the R1's 52.2 mm. In terms of engine power, the Fireblade offers 181 HP, while the R1 offers 182 HP. The torque figures are also similar, with the Fireblade producing 114 Nm and the R1 producing 115.5 Nm. Both bikes have a high compression ratio, with the Fireblade at 12.3 and the R1 at 12.7. The displacement of the Fireblade is slightly higher at 999.8 ccm compared to the R1's 998 ccm.
Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015
In terms of suspension, the Fireblade features an Upside-Down telescopic fork at the front, while the R1 has a telescopic fork. Both bikes have an aluminum frame, with the Fireblade having a Twin Tube frame and the R1 having a Deltabox frame. The front brakes on both bikes are double disk type, and they both have 17-inch diameter tires at the front and rear. The wheelbase of the Fireblade is 1407 mm, while the R1 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1415 mm. The seat height of the Fireblade is 820 mm, while the R1 has a slightly higher seat height of 835 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Fireblade is 17.5 liters, while the R1 has a slightly larger tank capacity of 18 liters.
Moving on to the strengths of each bike, the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 is praised for its great look, transparent handling, good feeling for traction, high-quality chassis, and its great basis for racetrack conversion. It is also known for its reliable and proven technology. On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 2009 is praised for its sophisticated sound, good feeling for power delivery, easy handling, hydraulic spring preload, and high level of workmanship.
Yamaha R1 2009
However, the Fireblade does have some weaknesses. Its peak power is no longer up to date, and it lacks traction control. On the other hand, the R1 has a suboptimal seating position and can be somewhat difficult to handle during long-distance cornering.
In conclusion, both the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 and the Yamaha R1 2009 are impressive supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Fireblade offers a great basis for racetrack conversion and has a reliable technology, while the R1 has a sophisticated sound and a high level of workmanship. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 compared to Yamaha R1 2009
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015
Those who focus on good lap times will not find the CBR 1000 RR the best partner in the field. Those who simply want to ride nice laps around the ring or on the country road will still have fun with it. It rides heart-stoppingly, looks great and gives you a lot of feeling for the rear wheel. At the regulars' table, Honda fans can at least score points with Marquez's victories, but they won't be able to come up with the Fireblade's fabulous performance figures or lap records.
Yamaha R1 2009
Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade vs Yamaha R1
There are a few key differences between a Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade 2015 and a Yamaha R1 2009. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha R1 with 45 days compared to 95 days for the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 71 reviews for the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade and 80 reviews for the Yamaha R1 since model year 2005. The first review for the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade was published on 25/11/2003 and now has more than 3,700 views. This compares to more than 3,900 views for the first review on Yamaha R1 published on 28/04/2003.
