2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs 2025 BMW M1000RR
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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 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- 2025 BMW M1000RR 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 198 hp (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 205 hp (2025 BMW M1000RR).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 113 Nm (2025 BMW M1000RR).
- Weight spans 190 kg (2025 BMW M1000RR) to 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | 2025 BMW M1000RR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | BMW |
| Model | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | 2025 BMW M1000RR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 198hp | 205hp |
| Torque | 83nm. | 113nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 203kg | 190kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | M dual disc brake, 320 mm diameter, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | M single disc brake, 220 mm diameter, 2-piston fixed caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 190/55 ZR17 (M rim: 200/55 ZR17) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension NPX fork, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Aluminum swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 320km/h | 365km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 16.5 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27399 | $32000 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Launch Control System (LCS), Lean Angle-Sensitive Traction Control System (TCS) -Lift Control System (LIF), MotoGP®-Developed Slide Control System (SCS) -Power Delivery Mode (PWR), Ride-by-Wire Throttle System -Up & Down Quick Shift System (QSS), Variable Intake System |
ABS Pro (settings for Rain, Road, Dynamic mode, no ABS Pro in Race and Race Pro mode 1-3)
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2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs 2025 BMW M1000RR: listed specifications
The 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M and 2025 BMW M1000RR are closely matched in peak power and displacement, while the M1000RR has more torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
YZF-R1M and M1000RR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
YZF-R1M and M1000RR have very similar peak power (198 hp vs 205 hp).
Torque
M1000RR has a clear listed torque advantage (113 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
M1000RR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (365 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
M1000RR has a modest listed weight advantage (190 kg vs 203 kg). M1000RR has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement and peak power remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs 2025 BMW M1000RR?
2025 BMW M1000RR is listed at 365 km/h (227 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which has more horsepower, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or 2025 BMW M1000RR?
2025 BMW M1000RR has 205 hp compared with 198 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is lighter, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or 2025 BMW M1000RR?
2025 BMW M1000RR is lighter at 190 kg vs 203 kg for YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is better, YAMAHA YZF-R1M or 2025 BMW M1000RR?
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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