2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 vs 2026 Suzuki GSX-R 1000/R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 Yamaha YZF-R6 2018 Yamaha YZF-R6

Sport

Engine
Titanium valves
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
419.0 pounds
2026 Suzuki GSX-R 1000/R 2026 Suzuki GSX-R 1000/R

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC
Power
143.5 kW / 195 hp @ 13200 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
203 kg / 447.5 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsTraction control-
Year-2026
ColoursMatte Gray, Team Yamaha Blue, Intensity White/Matte Silver-
Make Model-Suzuki GSX-R 1000/R
Warranty1 Year Limited Factory Warranty-
Dimensions
Wheelbase (in.)54.1 inches-
Width (in.)27.8 inches-
Width (mm)706 mm-
Wheelbase (mm)1,374 mm-
Height (mm)1,095 mm-
Length (in.)80.3 inches-
Length (mm)2,040 mm-
Seat Height (in.)33.5 inches-
Seat Height (mm)851 mm-
Height (in.)43.1 inches-
Seat Height851 mm / 33.5 in.825 mm / 32.5 in
Wheelbase1,374 mm / 54.1 in.1420mm / 55.9 in
Ground Clearance-130 mm / 5.1 in
Height1,095 mm / 43.1 in.1145 mm / 45.1 in
Length2,040 mm / 80.3 in.2075 mm / 81.7 in
Width706 mm / 27.8 in.705 mm / 27.8 in
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (l)17.03 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.50 gallons-
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.17 quarts-
Wet Weight (lbs.)419.0 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)190.1 kg203
Oil Capacity (l)2.60 litres-
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres / 4.50 gallons16 Litres / 3.5 US gal
Wet Weight190.1 kg / 419.0 lbs203 kg / 447.5 lbs
Performance
Max Power-143.5 kW / 195 hp @ 13200 rpm
Max Torque67.50 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 Revolutions110 Nm / 81.1 lb-ft @ 11000 rpm
Engine
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke-
CO2153.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Bore x Stroke (mm)67.0 x 42.5 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 1.7 inches-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Displacement-998.6 cc / 60.9 cub. in
Engine DetailTitanium valvesFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC
Fuel SystemInjection. Fuel Injection with YCC-T and YCC-I-
Bore x Stroke-76.0 x 55.1 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:113.8:1
Cooling System-Liquid cooled
Exhaust-Akrapovič
Fuel Consumption6.60 litres/100 km (15.2 km/l or 35.64 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-Fuel Injection
IgnitionTCI: Transistor Controlled IgnitionElectronic ignition Transistorized
Lubrication-Wet sump
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Clutch-Wet, multi-plate type, SCAS-equipped
Final DriveChainChain, DID525HV3, 120 links
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveO-ring chain-
Transmission / Drive-6 Speed, constant mesh
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)119 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)4.7 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)119 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)4.7 inches-
Trail (mm)97 mm-
Trail (in.)3.8 inches-
Frame TypeDeltabox aluminum frame. Magnesium subframe.Aluminum
Suspension - Front43mm KYB® inverted fork, 3-way adjustableInverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension - RearKYB® piggyback shock, 4-way adjustableLink type, coil spring, oil damped
Rake24.0°23.2°
Trail97 mm / 3.8 in.95 mm / 3.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front119 mm / 4.7 in.-
Wheel Travel - Rear119 mm / 4.7 in.-
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationMultifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn si-
Lighting systemDual LED position lights-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - FrontDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.2 x 320 mm Discs radial mount Brembo 4-piston calipers
Brakes - RearSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.Single 220mm disc, Nissin, 1-piston
Tyres - Front120/70-ZR17120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless
Tyres - Rear180/55-ZR17190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W) tubeless