2026 Norton MANX R 1200 vs 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs BMW M 1000 RR vs DUCATI Multistrada V4
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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.
- 2026 Norton MANX R 1200 84 cm
- 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- BMW M 1000 RR 83 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 84 cm
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 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4) up to 212 hp (BMW M 1000 RR).
- Torque spans 83 Nm (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) up to 130 Nm (2026 Norton MANX R 1200).
- Weight spans 203 kg (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) to 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M) to 1100 cc (2026 Norton MANX R 1200).
Reader votes so far — total 1: 2026 Norton MANX R 1200 (0); 2024 YAMAHA YZF-R1M (1); BMW M 1000 RR (0); DUCATI Multistrada V4 (0).
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| Specification | Norton MANX R 1200 | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | BMW M 1000 RR | DUCATI Multistrada V4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | YAMAHA | BMW | DUCATI |
| Model | Norton MANX R 1200 | YAMAHA YZF-R1M | BMW M 1000 RR | DUCATI Multistrada V4 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 206hp | 198hp | 212hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 130nm. | 83nm. | 113nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 210kg | 203kg | 214kg | 240kg |
| Front brake | 2x 320mm semi-floating discs, Brembo Hypure 4-piston calipers mounted radially with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO | Dual 320mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | M Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | 245mm disc, 2-piston caliper with Bosch Cornering ABS EVO | 220mm hydraulic disc; Brake Control System and ABS | M Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 2-piston fixed caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 85.5cm | 83cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 120/70 ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 200/55ZR17 Bridgestone® BATTLAX RACING STREET RS11 | 200/55 ZR17 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi 45mm USD chrome inner forks, 120mm travel, fully manual adjustment, passive damping | 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 | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork |
| Rear suspension | Marzocchi monoshock RSU, 126mm travel, fully manual adjustment, passive damping | Öhlins® Electronic Racing Suspension single shock, fully adjustable; 4.7-in travel | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport | Supersport | Adventure |
| Top speed | 300km/h | 320km/h | 324km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14.5 L – 5 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 16.5 L – 7.5 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||||
| Parts availability | ||||
| Price | Price not listed. | $27399 | $32995 | $27000 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View YAMAHA price list | View BMW price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | Front Suspension: Marzocchi 45mm USD chrome inner forks, 120mm travel, fully manual adjustment, passive damping Rear Suspension: Marzocchi monoshock RSU, 126mm travel, fully manual adjustment, passive damping Engine and Performance Equipment
Electronics
Display and Cockpit
Suspension Equipment
Brake Equipment
Body and Chassis Equipment
Lighting System
Exhaust System
Safety Features
Premium Details
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-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 |
-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 |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light, Ducati Brake Light. Backlit handlebar switches, 5" TFT color display. |
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Norton MANX R 1200 vs YAMAHA YZF-R1M vs BMW M 1000 RR + more: which is better for you?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Norton MANX R 1200 vs YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
YAMAHA YZF-R1M is listed at 320 km/h vs 300 km/h for Norton MANX R 1200.
Which has more horsepower, Norton MANX R 1200 or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
Norton MANX R 1200 has 206 hp compared with 198 hp on the YAMAHA YZF-R1M.
Which is better, Norton MANX R 1200 or YAMAHA YZF-R1M?
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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