2017 BMW S 1000XR vs 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2017 BMW S 1000XR 2017 BMW S 1000XR

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
121 kW / 165 hp @ 11000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
502.7 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
CommentsSmall windscreen. Switchable ABS.-
Year20172025
ColoursRed, Blue, White/grey/red-
Make ModelBMW S 1000XRYamaha YZF-R9
Dimensions
Height (in.)44.8 inches-
Height (mm)1,138 mm-
Length (in.)85.9 inches-
Length (mm)2,183 mm-
Seat Height (in.)33.1 inches-
Seat Height (mm)840 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)60.9 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,548 mm-
Width (in.)37.0 inches-
Width (mm)940 mm-
Seat Height840 mm / 33.1 in831 mm / 32.5 in
Wheelbase1548 mm / 60.9 in1420 mm / 55.9 in
Ground Clearance-140 mm / 5.5 in
Height1408 mm / 45.4 in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Length283 mm / 85.9 in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Width940 mm / 37.0 in706 mm / 27.8 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)178-
Dry Weight (lbs.)392.4 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (l)20.00 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)228.0 kg195
Wet Weight (lbs.)502.7 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)5.28 gallons-
Dry Weight178 kg / 392.4 lbs-
Fuel Capacity20 Litres / 5.2 US gal14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight228 kg / 502.6 lbs195 kg / 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power121 kW / 165 hp @ 11000 rpm117.4 hp / 119PS / 87.5 kW @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque112 Nm / 11.4 kgf-m / 83 lb-ft @ 9250 rpm93 Nm / 68.6lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.8989 HP/kg-
Engine
Bore x Stroke (mm)80.0 x 49.7 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.1 x 2.0 inches-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 gallons-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Displacement999 cc / 60.9 cu-in889 cc / 54.2 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, valve actuation via single rocker arms , 4 valves per cylinder, Intake/outlet mm 33.5/27.2Four stroke, transverse triple cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Injection-
Bore x Stroke80 x 49.7 mm78 x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio12.0:111.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter-
Engine ManagementBMS-X-
Fuel Induction-Fuel injection with YCC-T
Fuel Reserve4.00 litres / 1.06 gallons-
Ignition-TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
Mixture ControlElectronic injection, throttle valve 48 mm-
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchMulti-disc anti-hopping oil-bath clutch, mechanically operatedMultiplate assist and slipper clutch
Final DriveChainO-ring chain
Gear Ratios1st 2.647 / 2nd 2.091 / 3rd 1.727 / 4th 1.500 / 5th 1.360 / 6th 1.261-
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain 17/45-
Primary Drive Ratios1.6521.681 (79/47)
Transmission / DriveConstant -mesh 6-speed gearbox, straight-toothedConstant mesh 6-speed transmission
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)150 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.5 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)140 mm-
Trail (mm)117 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)5.9 inches-
Trail (in.)4.6 inches-
Frame TypeConstruction type aluminium perimeter frame, engine self-supportingAluminium Deltabox
Suspension - FrontUpside-down telescopic fork, stanchion diameter 46 mm, adjustable for bump and rebound optional: Dynamic ESATelescopic fork, fully adjustable KYB
Suspension - RearAluminium double-strut swing arm with central spring strut, adjustable for rebound, optional: Dynamic ESASwingarm (link suspension), fully-adjustable KYB
Rake25.5°22.35°
Steering Head Angle64.5°-
Trail117 mm / 4.6 in94 mm / 3.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front150 mm / 5.9 in119 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in117 mm / 4.6 in
Electrical Systems
Electrical SystemAlternator W 350 Battery V/Ah 12/8, maintenance-free Headlight W low beam H7 12 V 55 W High beam H7 12 V 55 W Starter kW 0.8-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)10.4 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)265 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm Discs, 4 piston calipers, ABS Pro (dynamic brake light currently for EU markets only).2x 320mm hydraulic discs, 4-piston calipers, Brembo Stylema radial master cylinder
Brakes - RearSingle 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper, ABS Pro (dynamic brake light currently for EU markets only).Single 220mm hydraulic disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
RimsCast Aluminium Wheels-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR17120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Tyres - Rear190/55 ZR17180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Wheels - Front-MT3.5 x 17 M/C
Wheels - Rear-MT5.50 x 17 M/C