2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 vs 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2018 Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Sport

Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Power
148.6 kW / 199.2 hp @ 13200rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
440.9 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
CommentsPush-button selection of three performance settings.-
Year20182025
ColoursPearl Glacier White, Metallic Mat Black No. 2-
Make ModelSuzuki GSX-R 1000Yamaha YZF-R9
Warranty12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.-
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)5.1 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)130 mm-
Height (in.)45.1 inches-
Height (mm)1,145 mm-
Length (in.)81.7 inches-
Length (mm)2,075 mm-
Seat Height (mm)825 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)58.5 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,485 mm-
Width (in.)27.8 inches-
Width (mm)705 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.5 inches-
Seat Height825 mm / 32.5 in831 mm / 32.5 in
Wheelbase1404 mm / 55.5 in1420 mm / 55.9 in
Ground Clearance130 MM / 5.1 in140 mm / 5.5 in
Height1150mm / 45.3 in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Length2075 mm / 81.7in1181 mm / 46.5.in
Width710 mm / 28 in706 mm / 27.8 in
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)440.9 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)200.0 kg195
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.23 gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)16.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity16 Litres / 4.2 US gal14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight201 kg / 445 lbs195 kg / 430 lbs
Performance
Max Power148.6 kW / 199.2 hp @ 13200rpm117.4 hp / 119PS / 87.5 kW @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque117.6 Nm / 86.7 lb-ft @ 10800rpm93 Nm / 68.6lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 2.2 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)76.0 x 55.1 mm-
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Displacement998.6 cc / 60.9 cub. in889 cc / 54.2 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, TSCCFour stroke, transverse triple cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.1 mm78 x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio13.2:111.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
Engine LubricationWet sump with oil cooler-
ExhaustTitanium-
Fuel InductionSuzuki Fuel Injection with Ride-by-Wire throttle bodiesFuel injection with YCC-T
IgnitionElectronic ignition Transistorized TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet, multi-plate typeMultiplate assist and slipper clutch
Final DriveChain, RK525GSHO-ring chain
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveChain drive, #525-
Primary Drive Ratios-1.681 (79/47)
Transmission / Drive6-speed constant meshConstant mesh 6-speed transmission
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)130 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.1 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)120 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Frame TypeAluminumAluminium Deltabox
Suspension - Front43mm Showa Big Piston inverted telescopic forks, coil spring, oil dampedTelescopic fork, fully adjustable KYB
Suspension - RearLink type, single shock, coil spring, oil dampedSwingarm (link suspension), fully-adjustable KYB
Rake23.2°22.35°
SeatOptional single seat.-
Trail94 mm / 3.7 in94 mm / 3.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front125mm / 4.9 in.119 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear130mm / 5.1 in.117 mm / 4.6 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationLCD-
Lighting systemLED headlight-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.2 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)310 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front2 x 320mm Discs radial mount Brembo 4-piston calipers2x 320mm hydraulic discs, 4-piston calipers, Brembo Stylema radial master cylinder
Brakes - RearSingle 220mm disc, Nissin, 1-pistonSingle 220mm hydraulic disc, single piston caliper
ABS-Standard
Tyres - Front120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Tyres - Rear190/55ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)
Wheels - Front-MT3.5 x 17 M/C
Wheels - Rear-MT5.50 x 17 M/C