| Attribute | Yamaha V-Max 1200 2001 × | BMW R 1150 R 2001 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Yamaha | BMW |
| Model | Yamaha V-Max 1200 | BMW R 1150 R |
| Category | Custom / cruiser | Naked bike |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,198 | 1,130 |
| Power (kw) | 74.5 | 62 |
| Cooling system | - | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Torque (Nm) | 101 | 98 |
| Bore (mm) | 76 | 101 |
| Stroke (mm) | 66 | 70.5 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 282 | 276 |
| Front tyre | 110/90-V18 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/90-V15 | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 140 | 120 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 100 | 135 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,590 | 1,487 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 270 | 238 |
| Seat height (mm) | 795 | 770 |
| Alternate seat height | - | 800 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 205 | 197 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 15 | 20.4 |