BMW S 1000 RR 2019 vs. Yamaha R1 2019

The BMW S 1000 RR 2019 and the Yamaha R1 2019 are both high-performance supersport motorcycles, but they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW S 1000 RR has a slightly larger bore and stroke compared to the Yamaha R1. It also has a higher engine power of 207 HP and torque of 113 Nm, compared to the Yamaha R1's 200 HP and 112.4 Nm. Both bikes have a compression ratio of 13 and feature a 4-cylinder DOHC engine with 4 valves per cylinder. The BMW S 1000 RR has a displacement of 999 ccm, while the Yamaha R1 has a displacement of 998 ccm.

Both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic fork front suspension and an aluminum frame. However, the BMW S 1000 RR has a Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine frame type, while the Yamaha R1 has a Deltabox frame type. Both bikes have double disk front brakes and advanced rider assistance systems such as launch control and traction control.

BMW S 1000 RR 2019

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW S 1000 RR has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1441 mm compared to the Yamaha R1's 1405 mm. The seat height of the BMW S 1000 RR is 824 mm, while the Yamaha R1 has a higher seat height of 855 mm. The BMW S 1000 RR also has a slightly lower kerb weight of 197 kg compared to the Yamaha R1's 199 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 16.5-17 liters.

The BMW S 1000 RR has several strengths, including a very linear power delivery, wide rev range, and excellent dosing. It also has a top-performing DDC (Dynamic Damping Control) system and a super electronics package. The shift assistant of the BMW S 1000 RR is also highly praised. Additionally, the BMW S 1000 RR offers a more active and sportier seating position and features high-quality details such as the frame, swingarm, and display.

On the other hand, the Yamaha R1 is known for its powerful engine and clean response. In the right hands, it can be a very fast track bike. The Yamaha R1 also has perfectly tuned electronics.

Yamaha R1 2019

However, the BMW S 1000 RR does have some weaknesses. Some riders feel that the linear power delivery has made the bike lose a certain amount of "thrill". Additionally, the machine is considered almost "too perfect" by some, which may not appeal to riders looking for a more raw experience. The menu navigation of the BMW S 1000 RR also takes some time to get used to.

The Yamaha R1, on the other hand, has a weakness in its ABS system, which some riders find not 100 per cent satisfactory.

In summary, the BMW S 1000 RR 2019 and the Yamaha R1 2019 are both powerful supersport motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The BMW S 1000 RR offers a more controllable and linear power delivery, while the Yamaha R1 has a powerful engine and clean response. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.