BMW M 1000 RR 2026 vs. Yamaha R1 2012

BMW M 1000 RR 2026

Yamaha R1 2012

Overview - BMW M 1000 RR 2026 vs Yamaha R1 2012

BMW M 1000 RR 2026

Yamaha R1 2012

Technical Specifications BMW M 1000 RR 2026 compared to Yamaha R1 2012

BMW M 1000 RR 2026

Yamaha R1 2012

BMW M 1000 RR 2026

Yamaha R1 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	49.7 mm	Stroke	52.2 mm
Engine power	Engine power	218 HP	Engine power	182 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	12,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	113 Nm	Torque	115.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systems	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Deltabox

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,085 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	899 mm	Width	715 mm
Height	Height	1,197 mm	Height	1,130 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,458 mm	Wheelbase	1,415 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	865 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW M 1000 RR 2026

The perfected supersport icon The BMW M 1000 RR is a technical masterpiece with 217 Horsepower, which paradoxically becomes a problem due to its perfection. Suitable for trackdays as standard with outstanding electronics and neutral riding dynamics, but difficult to customise. A supersports car that is surprisingly accessible to drive, but whose absolute perfection poses a dilemma for tuning enthusiasts: Do I buy the expensive, perfect M version or the cheaper S 1000 RR to customise myself? Ideal for purists, problematic for individualists.

Powerful four-cylinder engine

fine reponsiveness

excellent stability when trail braking and turning

precise riding performance

high braking stability

ergonomic seating position for sporty riding

high-quality, fully adjustable suspension components

suitable for direct use on the race track without modifications

impressive aerodynamics

high build quality and material quality

sophisticated electronics

neutral riding dynamics

surprising accessibility

perfect trackday suitability ex works

impressive braking performance

Very sporty ergonomics

very high purchase price

slight vibrations

Yamaha R1 2012

The Yamaha YZF-R1 still inspires with balanced performance - especially the 1000cc engine with its extravagant crank pin offset not only serves the powerful power delivery but also provides a wonderful sound!

Agile

strong brakes

good chassis

unique and exclusive due to the idiosyncratic engine.

The appearance, with the wide tail, might not satisfy all tastes.

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW M 1000 RR vs Yamaha R1

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