Yamaha R1 2005 vs. Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

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Overview - Yamaha R1 2005 vs Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2005 compared to Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Yamaha R1 2005
Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power172 HPEngine power113 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement806 ccm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,395 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height834 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Kawasaki Z 800 2013

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Kawasaki Z 800

Price Yamaha R1

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Price Kawasaki Z 800

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