BMW M 1000 RR vs 2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR
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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.
- BMW M 1000 RR 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR 85.5 cm Tallest 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 R1 GYTR) up to 212 hp (BMW M 1000 RR).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR) up to 113 Nm (BMW M 1000 RR).
- Weight spans 201 kg (2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR) to 214 kg (BMW M 1000 RR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 RR | Yamaha R1 GYTR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | YAMAHA |
| Model | BMW M 1000 RR | Yamaha R1 GYTR |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 212hp | 198hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 83nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 214kg | 201kg |
| Front brake | M Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Hydraulic dual discs, Ø320mm |
| Rear brake | M Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 2-piston fixed caliper | Hydraulic single disc, Ø220mm |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) Tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload | link suspension, Swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 324km/h | 320km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7.5 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $32995 | $26500 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -M Chassis Kit; Rear height adjustment & Swingarm pivot, Windshield high, BMW Motorrad ABS and ABS Pro -7 riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1-3), Pit-Lane-Limiter -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro, Dynamic Brake Control -Gearshift Assist Pro, Ready for reverse gear shift pattern, 6.5" TFT-Display with Connectivity -LED Headlight, Rear light and Indicators, Heated Grips, Cruise Control, M Lightweight Battery -M GPS Laptrigger software, M Carbon Wheels |
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2023 BMW M 1000 RR vs 2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW M 1000 RR and 2024 Yamaha R1 GYTR are closely matched in displacement, while the M 1000 RR has more peak power and torque, and the R1 GYTR has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
M 1000 RR and R1 GYTR have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 RR has a modest listed power advantage (212 hp vs 198 hp).
Torque
M 1000 RR has a clear listed torque advantage (113 Nm vs 83 Nm).
Listed top speed
M 1000 RR and R1 GYTR have very similar listed top speeds (324 km/h vs 320 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
R1 GYTR has a modest listed weight advantage (201 kg vs 214 kg). M 1000 RR has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while displacement and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 RR vs Yamaha R1 GYTR?
BMW M 1000 RR is listed at 324 km/h (201 mph) vs 320 km/h (199 mph) for Yamaha R1 GYTR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 RR or Yamaha R1 GYTR?
BMW M 1000 RR has 212 hp compared with 198 hp on the Yamaha R1 GYTR.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 RR or Yamaha R1 GYTR?
Yamaha R1 GYTR is lighter at 201 kg vs 214 kg for BMW M 1000 RR.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 RR or Yamaha R1 GYTR?
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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