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2026 Yamaha YZF-R1 vs 2026 BMW S 1000 RR — Spec Comparison
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2026 Yamaha YZF-R1
The 2026 Yamaha YZF-R1 is a track-focused superbike engineered for experienced riders seeking maximum performance. Its 998cc inline-four engine delivers aggressive power and precise handling through advanced fuel injection and a lightweight frame, making it ideal for circuit racing and spirited road riding. Known for its razor-sharp agility and cutting-edge electronics, the R1 remains the benchmark middleweight supersport.
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2026 BMW S 1000 RR
The 2026 BMW S 1000 RR is a track-focused superbike engineered for experienced riders seeking extreme performance. Its 999cc inline-four engine delivers 205 horsepower and 112.6 Nm of torque, enabling a 302.6 km/h top speed. Best known for its razor-sharp handling, advanced electronics, and dominance in international superbike racing, it represents BMW's pinnacle of sportbike engineering.
| Specification | 2026 Yamaha YZF-R1 | 2026 BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Transmission Specifications | ||
| Engine Type | 998cc, liquid-cooled inline 4 cylinder DOHC; 4-valves per cylinder | — |
| Bore x Stroke | 79.0mm x 50.9mm | 80.0 x 49.7 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 13.3:1 |
| Induction | Fuel injection with YCC-T and YCC-I | Injection. Electronic injection, variable intake pibe |
| Gearbox | 6-speed; wet multiplate assist and slipper clutch | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain (final drive) |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
| Max Torque | 11.5 kg-m (83.2 ft-lb.) @ 11,500 rpm | 112.6 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.0 ft.lbs) @ 11000 RPM |
| Lubrication System | Wet sump | — |
| Engine Details | — | Titanium valves |
| Valves Per Cylinder | — | 4 |
| Fuel Control | — | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Cooling System | — | Liquid |
| Clutch | — | Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically controlled |
| Emission Details | — | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter. |
| Starting | — | Electric |
| Physical measures and capacities | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 4.5 gal | 16.50 litres (4.36 US gallons) |
| Seat Height | 33.7 in | 831 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wheelbase | 55.3 in | 1455 mm (57.3 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 448 lb | 196.9 kg (434.0 pounds) |
| Overall Length | 2,055 mm (80.9´´) | 2073 mm (81.6 inches) |
| Overall Width | 690 mm (27.2´´) | 848 mm (33.4 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1,150 mm (45.3´´) | 1151 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1´´) | — |
| Dry Weight | — | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) |
| Power/Weight Ratio | — | 1.1714 HP/kg |
| Frame and dimensions | ||
| Trail | 4.0 in | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Frame | — | Bridge-type aluminum laminate frame with load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | — | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable |
| Front Wheel Travel | — | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | — | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable preload |
| Rear Wheel Travel | — | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Front Tyre | — | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | — | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front Brakes | — | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
| Brake Disc Diameter | — | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | — | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Wheels | — | Cast aluminium |
| <a href="http://www.motorcycledb.com">General information</a> | ||
| Model | — | BMW S 1000 RR |
| Category | — | Sport |
| Color Options | — | Light White/M Motorsport, Sport Blackstorm Metallic |
| Speed and acceleration | ||
| Top Speed | — | 302.6 km/h (188.0 mph) |
| Other specs | ||
| Year | — | 2025 |
| Engine type | — | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Power | — | 205.0 HP (149.6 kW)) @ 13000 RPM |
| Max RPM | — | 14600 |
| Lubrication system | — | Wet sump |
| Rake (fork angle) | — | 23.6° |
| Reserve fuel capacity | — | 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | — | 3.50 litres (3.7 US quarts) |
| Instruments | — | 6.5´ TFT-Display |
| Electrical | — | Three-phase 450 W alternator. 12 V / 5 Ah lithium-ion battery. |
| Lighting | — | LED Headlight |
| Update specs | — | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Engine oil | — | SAE 5W-40 |
| Brake fluid | — | DOT 4 |
| Spark plugs | — | NGK LMAR9D-J |
| Idle speed | — | 1200 +/- 50 RPM |
| Chain size | — | 525 |
| Chain links | — | 118 |
| Sprockets | — | 17/46 (front/rear) |
| Tire pressure front | — | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Tire pressure rear | — | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Fork tube size | — | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
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| Maintenance | — | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | — | Join the 25 BMW S 1000 RR discussion group or the general BMW discussion group. |
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