| Attribute | Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace 2000 × | Bimota SB8R 2000 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2000 | 2000 |
| Make | Yamaha | Bimota |
| Model | Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace | Bimota SB8R |
| Category | Sport touring | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 5 | - |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,002 | 996 |
| Power (kw) | 105.8 | 98.5 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 108 | 104 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,435 | 1,390 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 198 | 178 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5343 | 0.5534 |
| Seat height (mm) | 795 | 810 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 19 | 20 |