Yamaha R1 2009 vs. Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

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Overview - Yamaha R1 2009 vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2009 compared to Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Yamaha R1 2009
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke52.2 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power182 HPEngine power53 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,400 rpm
TorqueTorque115.5 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth715 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,130 mmHeight1,080 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2009

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.

Sophisticated sound

good feeling for power delivery

easy handling

hydraulic spring preload

high level of workmanship.

Suboptimal seating position

somewhat difficult cornering over long distances.

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

The Suzuki's top performer is clearly its engine; the V2 is wonderfully agile and powerful. This often makes up for the somewhat feminine appearance, which this racy engine does not really deserve.

solid handling

good ergonomics

powerful V2 engine

cheap-looking swingarm

telescopic fork

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

Price Yamaha R1

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Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

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