2024 APRILIA RSV4 vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 APRILIA RSV4 85 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 197 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 217 hp (2024 APRILIA RSV4).
- Torque spans 83.3 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) up to 125 Nm (2024 APRILIA RSV4).
- Weight spans 201 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) to 202 kg (2024 APRILIA RSV4).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1) to 1100 cc (2024 APRILIA RSV4).
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| Specification | APRILIA RSV4 | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | APRILIA | YAMAHA |
| Model | APRILIA RSV4 | YAMAHA YZF-R1 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 217hp | 197hp |
| Torque | 125nm. | 83.3nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 201kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Monobloc Dual Hydraulic Disc | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic disc | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 190/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ohlins Inverted Fork Adjustable 43mm | 43mm KYB® inverted fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Rear suspension | Ohlins Adjustable Dual-sided Swingarm | KYB® single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 340km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 18 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 7.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18999 | $18399 |
| Brand price lists | View APRILIA price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -Cruise control, Engine immobilizer |
-Ride-by-Wire Throttle System, MotoGP®-Level Controllability -Variable Intake System, Power Delivery Mode (PWR) -Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), Launch Control System (LCS) -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS) |
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2024 APRILIA RSV4 vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1: listed specifications
The 2024 APRILIA RSV4 and 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1 are closely matched in weight, while the RSV4 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
RSV4 has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
RSV4 has a modest listed power advantage (217 hp vs 197 hp).
Torque
RSV4 has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 83.3 Nm).
Listed top speed
RSV4 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (340 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
RSV4 and YZF-R1 have very similar listed weights (202 kg vs 201 kg). RSV4 and YZF-R1 have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed, while weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of APRILIA RSV4 vs YAMAHA YZF-R1?
APRILIA RSV4 is listed at 340 km/h (211 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for YAMAHA YZF-R1.
Which has more horsepower, APRILIA RSV4 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
APRILIA RSV4 has 217 hp compared with 197 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1.
Which is lighter, APRILIA RSV4 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
YAMAHA YZF-R1 is lighter at 201 kg vs 202 kg for APRILIA RSV4.
Which is better, APRILIA RSV4 or YAMAHA YZF-R1?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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