2023 BMW S 1000RR vs 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 BMW S 1000RR 2023 BMW S 1000RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm
Top Speed
302.6 km/h / 188.0 mph
Weight
434.0 pounds
2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse triple cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
117.4 hp / 119PS / 87.5 kW @ 10000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
195 kg / 430 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Comments4 Ride Modes (Rain/Sport/Dynamic/Race). Dynamic Traction Control. Hill Start Control. Electronic Immobilizer.-
Year20232025
ColoursLight White/M Motorsport, Passion Red, Black Storm Metallic-
Make ModelBMW S 1000RRYamaha YZF-R9
Dimensions
Width (mm)848 mm-
Width (in.)33.4 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1455 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)57.3 inches-
Seat Height (mm)833 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.8 inches-
Length (mm)2073 mm-
Length (in.)81.6 inches-
Height (mm)1151 mm-
Height (in.)45.3 inches-
Seat Height824 mm / 32.4 in831 mm / 32.5 in
Wheelbase1457 mm / 57.4 in1420 mm / 55.9 in
Ground Clearance-140 mm / 5.5 in
Height1203.9 mm / 47.4 in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Length2073 mm / 81.6 in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Width848 mm / 33.4 in706 mm / 27.8 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)175-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.36 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)16.50 litres-
Dry Weight (lbs.)385.8 pounds-
Oil Capacity (Quarts)3.7 US quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)3.50 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)196.9 kg195
Wet Weight (lbs.)434.0 pounds-
Dry Weight175 kg / 385.8 lbs - M Package: 173.2 kg / 382 lbs (without battery)-
Fuel Capacity16.5 Litres / 4.35 US gal14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight197 kg / 434.3 lbs - M Package: 193.2 kg / 426.6 lbs195 kg / 430 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)188.0 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)302.6 km/h-
Maximum RPM14600-
Top Speed302.6 km/h / 188.0 mph-
Max Power151 kW / 205 hp @ 13000 rpm117.4 hp / 119PS / 87.5 kW @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque113 Nm / 83.3 lb-ft @ 11000 rpm93 Nm / 68.6lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio1.1714 HP/kg-
Engine
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 US gallons-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement (ci)60.96 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)999.0 cc-
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in889 cc / 54.2 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single cam followers, BMW ShiftCam variable intake cam controlFour stroke, transverse triple cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic injection, variable intake pibe-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm78 x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio13.3:111.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid/oil cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5-
Engine LubricationWet sump-
Engine ManagementBMS-0 | Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system, variable intake, and knock sensor, 48mm throttle body-
Fuel Induction-Fuel injection with YCC-T
Fuel Reserve4.00 litres / 1.06 US gallons-
Idle Speed1200 +/- 50 RPM-
Ignition-TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
Spark PlugNGK LMAR9D-J-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Chain Size525-
ClutchMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, with self-reinforcementMultiplate assist and slipper clutch
Final DriveChain 525 17/46O-ring chain
Gearbox6-speed-
Number of Chain Links118-
Primary Drive Ratios-1.681 (79/47)
Sprocket17/45 (front/rear)-
Transmission / DriveClaw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gearsConstant mesh 6-speed transmission
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)117 mm-
Fork Tube Size (in.)1.8 inches-
Fork Tube Size (mm)46 mm-
Trail (in.)4.0 inches-
Trail (mm)101 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.6 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Frame TypeBridge-type aluminum laminate frame with load-bearing engineAluminium Deltabox
Suspension - Front45 mm Upside-down telescopic fork, compression and rebound stage adjustable, spring preload, optional DDC electronically adjustable dampingTelescopic fork, fully adjustable KYB
Suspension - RearAluminum underslung double-sided swingarm, Central spring and shock absorber, Spring preload, rebound and compression adjustable, Optional DDC electronically adjustable dampingSwingarm (link suspension), fully-adjustable KYB
Rake23.6°22.35°
Steering Head Angle66.4°-
Trail99.8 mm / 3.9 in94 mm / 3.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in119 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear117 mm / 4.6 in117 mm / 4.6 in
Electronics
Traction controlBMW Motorrad DTC-
Electrical Systems
Instrumentation6.5´ TFT-Display-
Lighting systemLED Headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 320mm floating disc, radial 4-piston fixed calipers2x 320mm hydraulic discs, 4-piston calipers, Brembo Stylema radial master cylinder
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disk, single-piston floating caliperSingle 220mm hydraulic disc, single piston caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad Race ABS (partial integral), Brake-Slide-Assist / BMW Motorrad ABS Pro (settings for RAIN, ROAD, DYNAMIC, RACE mode)Standard
Brake Fluid TypeDOT 4-
Rims - Front3.50 x 17-
Rims - Rear6.00 x 17-
Tyre Pressure - Front36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa)-
Tyre Pressure - Rear42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa)-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17 (with M wheels: 200/55 ZR17)180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
WheelsStandard die-cast aluminum wheels Optional M forged aluminum or M Carbon wheels-
Wheels - Front-MT3.5 x 17 M/C
Wheels - Rear-MT5.50 x 17 M/C